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Is the word optei the same in Brazilian and European Portuguese?

Yes

The word optei is identical in meaning, spelling, and grammar in both Brazilian and European Portuguese. The only difference lies in pronunciation. In Brazilian Portuguese, the unstressed "e" is typically pronounced with a more open or mid-vowel sound. In European Portuguese, unstressed vowels undergo significant reduction; therefore, the "e" in "optei" is often pronounced much more closed, sounding like a short "i" or even becoming nearly silent.

Brazilian Portuguese usage:

1. Eu optei pelo ônibus. (I opted for the bus.)
2. Optei por tomar um suco de laranja. (I opted to drink an orange juice.)
3. Optei por comprar este celular. (I opted to buy this cell phone.)
4. Optei por comer um sanduíche no lanche. (I opted to eat a sandwich for a snack.)
5. Eu optei pela geladeira nova. (I opted for the new fridge.)

European Portuguese usage:

1. Eu optei pelo autocarro. (I opted for the bus.)
2. Optei por tomar um sumo de laranja. (I opted to drink an orange juice.)
3. Optei por comprar este telemóvel. (I opted to buy this mobile phone.)
4. Optei por comer uma sandes no lanche. (I opted to eat a sandwich for a snack.)
5. Eu optei pelo frigorífico novo. (I opted for the new fridge.)