pois bem

well then

→ pois

phrase Rare #35,758

well then A discourse marker used to signal a transition, conclusion, acceptance, or resignation. It can also mean “all right then,” depending on context.

PO: Pois bem, vamos começar.

EN: Well then, let's begin.

Pois bem!

Well then!

— As Aventuras de Paddington 2 (2017)

Pois bem.

Well then.

— Conclave (2024)

Pois bem, basta!

Well, that's enough!

— Wicked: Parte II (2025)

Pois bem, uma noite ela ficou na dela.

Well, one night she kept to herself.

— Cães de Aluguel (1992)