At a Brazilian Baby Shower: Portuguese for Chá de Bebê
Chá de bebê is a baby shower; practise event language while remembering that each family chooses its own plans and traditions.
Real Life Portuguese · 5 min read · Updated October 15, 2026
The short answer
Chá de bebê is the common Portuguese name for a baby shower. Some families also use chá de fraldas when the event focuses on diapers. Check the invitation for the date, location, and whether the host has requested an RSVP.
Understand the invitation and reply
Traditions and gift preferences vary. Do not assume that every family will have a registry or follow the same format.
Obrigada pelo convite! Vou adorar ir.
Thank you for the invitation! I’d love to come.
Que horas começa o chá de bebê?
What time does the baby shower start?
Preciso confirmar até que dia?
By what day do I need to confirm?
Ask about a gift without making assumptions
If the invitation does not say what to bring, ask the host whether there is a list or a preference. Fralda means diaper, and lista de presentes means gift list. Some families prefer a practical gift, while others may prefer something different.
A polite question gives the parents or host room to express what would be useful.
Vocês fizeram uma lista de presentes?
Did you make a gift list?
Tem algum tamanho de fralda que vocês preferem?
Is there a diaper size you prefer?
Posso levar alguma coisa para a festa?
Can I bring anything for the party?
Congratulate the parents-to-be warmly
Use parabéns para congratulate the family and ask how they are feeling. Avoid unsolicited advice or personal questions about pregnancy; follow the parents' lead and keep the focus on what they want to share.
If you are not sure how to address both parents, vocês is a neutral plural form for you all.
Parabéns! Estou muito feliz por vocês.
Congratulations! I’m very happy for you both.
Como vocês estão se sentindo?
How are you both feeling?
O bebê já tem nome?
Does the baby already have a name?
Put it into practice
RSVP clearly, ask the host about gifts if needed, and let the parents choose what they want to discuss.
Quick practice
Which Portuguese example matches “How are you both feeling”?
Choose an answer to check yourself.
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