How to say “I like it this length” in Portuguese

Introduction

This article explains how to say I like it this length in Brazilian Portuguese and teaches natural variations, pronunciation tips, and contextual usage for everyday conversations. You will learn phrases for clothing, hair, documents, and measurements, with example dialogues and helpful notes for beginners to intermediate learners.

Basic translation and direct phrases

When expressing I like it this length in Brazilian Portuguese, the most straightforward phrases use the verb gostar or the verb ficar depending on the context. For a literal, neutral statement you can say Eu gosto do tamanho assim or Gosto desse comprimento assim. Both convey a preference for a particular length, but they differ slightly in nuance and formality.

Common simple sentences

Eu gosto do tamanho assim
Gosto desse comprimento assim

Use Eu gosto do tamanho assim for a general liking of size or length. Use Gosto desse comprimento assim when referring specifically to lengths such as hair, clothing hems, curtains, or measurements.

Using gostar: structure and examples

The verb gostar requires a preposition when specifying what you like. For example, gosto de, gosto do, or gosto da depending on gender and determiners. In this case, you usually say gosto do tamanho or gosto do comprimento.

Examples with gostar

Gosto do comprimento assim — I like it this length (general)

Eu gosto do tamanho dessa saia assim — I like this skirt this length
Gosto do comprimento do cabelo assim — I like the hair this length
Gosto do comprimento da barra assim — I like the hem this length

Note the contractions do and da: do = de + o, da = de + a. Use do before masculine nouns like comprimento and da before feminine nouns like barra.

Using ficar: commenting on how something looks

The verb ficar focuses on how something looks or sits on someone. It is very common when talking about clothes or hairstyles because you often want to say that a certain length looks good on you or someone else.

Examples with ficar

Fica bom desse comprimento — It looks good at this length
Fica ótimo desse tamanho — It looks great at this size/length
Fica melhor assim, nesse comprimento — It looks better like this, at this length

Use ficar when you want to emphasize appearance or fit rather than just personal preference. You can pair ficar with pronouns to be specific: Fica bom em mim desse comprimento or Fica bom em você desse comprimento for emphasis.

Polite and casual ways to express preference

Brazilian Portuguese has casual and more polite forms. For friends and informal settings, short phrases and contractions are common. For formal situations, complete sentences with Eu prefiro or Eu gosto de are better.

Casual examples

Prefiro assim — I prefer it this way
Gosto assim — I like it like this
Fica melhor assim — It looks better like this

Polite or formal examples

Eu prefiro esse comprimento — I prefer this length
Eu gosto desse tamanho — I like this size/length
Eu acho esse comprimento ideal — I think this length is ideal

Talking about hair length

Hair is a common topic when discussing length. Use comprimento for length, cabelo for hair, and adjectives to describe short, medium, or long.

Sample hair phrases

Gosto do comprimento do cabelo assim — I like the hair this length
Quero o cabelo nesse comprimento — I want my hair at this length
Fica bem com esse comprimento intermediário — It looks good with this medium length

Useful adjectives:
curto — short
médio / médio-longo — medium / mid-long
longo — long

Example with adjective:
Gosto do cabelo médio assim — I like medium-length hair like this

Salon conversation

Customer: Quero cortar só um pouco. Gosto do comprimento assim.
Stylist: Entendi. Você quer deixar na altura dos ombros?
Customer: Sim, mais ou menos nessa altura.

This dialogue shows a typical salon exchange. The customer uses Gosto do comprimento assim to indicate a preference, and the stylist asks for clarification by specifying a reference point like shoulder height.

Talking about clothing length

When discussing clothing, you can mention saia, calça, vestido, manga, barra, or comprimento to be specific. Brazilians often point or use gestures along with words like até or na altura de to show the exact spot.

Clothing examples

Gosto do comprimento do vestido assim — I like the dress this length
Quero a saia na altura dos joelhos — I want the skirt at knee length
Gosto da manga nessa extensão — I like the sleeve this length

Helpful phrases for giving instructions:
deixe a barra assim — leave the hem like this
corte até aqui — cut up to here
não encurte muito — don’t shorten it too much

Measurements and precise phrasing

For precise lengths, Brazilians combine physical measurements with the phrase. Use centímetros, polegadas, or indicar with hands. When precision is needed, say Quero x centímetros or Quero que tenha x centímetros.

Measurement examples

Quero 10 centímetros desse comprimento — I want 10 centimeters of this length
Prefiro que tenha 2 polegadas a mais — I prefer it to have 2 inches more
Gosto desse comprimento, cerca de 15 cm — I like this length, about 15 cm

When measuring clothing or hair, professionals often repeat numbers and use hands to confirm the exact amount. Saying mais ou menos is useful when you want an approximate length.

Regional and colloquial expressions

Brazil is large and expressions vary. Some colloquial ways to say I like it this length include eu curto assim or fica massa desse tamanho. These are informal and common among younger speakers.

Colloquial examples

Eu curto assim — I like it like this (casual)
Fica massa nesse comprimento — It looks cool at that length
Tá bom desse tamanho — It’s fine at that size/length

Use these casual phrases with friends or in relaxed settings. Avoid them in formal situations or with people you don’t know well.

Asking for confirmation and feedback

Often you want to check whether someone else agrees. Use tags and simple questions to confirm: Está bom assim? or Você gosta desse comprimento?

Confirmation examples

Está bom assim? — Is it good like this?
Você gosta desse comprimento? — Do you like this length?
Fica melhor assim, né? — It looks better like this, right?

These short questions invite a response and are handy when adjusting clothes or hair in real time.

Negation and alternatives

If you do not like a length, use não gosto or prefiro. Offer alternatives using mais curto or mais longo for shorter or longer options.

Negative and alternative examples

Não gosto desse comprimento — I don’t like this length
Prefiro mais curto — I prefer it shorter
Quero mais longo, por favor — I want it longer, please

Polite corrections at a salon can include Pode deixar um pouco mais longo? or Será que pode ser um pouco mais curto? These soften the request and are considered courteous.

Short dialogues for context

Here are short, natural dialogues showing different situations: choosing a dress length, visiting a hairdresser, and altering clothes at a tailor.

Dialogue 1 — Shopping for a dress
Cliente: Gosto desse comprimento assim?
Vendedora: Fica muito elegante. Você quer provar?
Cliente: Sim, por favor.

Dialogue 2 — Hair salon
Cliente: Quero manter o comprimento assim, só tirar as pontas.
Cabeleireiro: Entendi. Cerca de quanto você quer tirar?
Cliente: Só dois dedos, por favor.

Dialogue 3 — Tailor
Cliente: A barra pode ficar assim? Gosto do comprimento assim.
Costureira: Posso ajustar. Você prefere na altura do tornozelo ou um pouco acima?
Cliente: Um pouco acima, por favor.

Pronunciation tips and stress

Familiarize yourself with common words: gostar (go-STAR), comprimento (com-PRI-men-to), tamanho (ta-MAN-yo), ficar (fi-CAR). Pay attention to nasal sounds and syllable stress; Brazilians often drop the final r in casual speech so fique and ficar can sound like fique and fica.

Useful pronunciation notes

do and da are pronounced like doo and dah depending on speed.
Comprimento has a clear middle stress on PRI.
Gosto sounds like GOH-stoo or GOS-too depending on regional accent.

Usage notes and cultural tips

Brazilians are generally expressive with gestures when discussing length; pointing or indicating with hands is very common and helps avoid awkward explanations. When visiting a salon or tailor, bringing a reference photo is useful and widely accepted. Brazilians appreciate politeness and small talk before starting service, but direct, clear instructions about length are expected.

Politeness and clarity

Start with a brief compliment or greeting, then state your preference: Olá, tudo bem? Gostaria que ficasse nesse comprimento, por favor. Use por favor to sound polite, and repita measurements if you want precision.

Common mistakes to avoid

Beginners often forget to match do or da with the noun gender or omit the preposition de with gostar. Avoid saying Gosto isso; instead say Gosto disso or Gosto disso assim. Also avoid literal word-for-word translations from English which can produce awkward phrases like Eu gosto ele desse comprimento; the correct form is Eu gosto desse comprimento or Eu gosto dele desse comprimento when using pronouns.

Quick correction list

Wrong: Gosto isso
Right: Gosto disso ou Gosto disso assim
Wrong: Eu gosto o comprimento
Right: Eu gosto do comprimento
Wrong: Eu gosto ele desse comprimento
Right: Eu gosto desse comprimento

Frequently needed variations

Here are compact alternatives you will frequently use with the same meaning:

Gosto assim — I like it like this
Gosto desse comprimento — I like this length
Fica bom assim — It looks good like this
Prefiro assim — I prefer it this way

Conclusion

Learning how to say I like it this length in Brazilian Portuguese involves choosing between gostar for preference and ficar for appearance, matching contractions like do and da, and using context-specific nouns like cabelo, saia, barra, or comprimento. Use polite phrasing in formal situations and casual variants with friends. Practice with short dialogues and reference photos for clarity, and you will communicate your preferred length naturally and confidently.