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Queria
Queria is the imperfect of querer used as a softener, equal to English I would like. It replaces the blunt quero when ordering or requesting. A bica, mentioned in the example, is what an espresso is called in Lisbon.
Examples in context
Queria uma bica, por favor.
I would like an espresso, please.
Queria falar com o gerente.
I would like to speak to the manager.
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