Qual é o dia hoje?
What is the day today?
Language note: A common question to align schedules.
Culture note: Being on time is important in Portuguese culture.
Context: Maria checks her calendar to confirm what today is.
Word-by-Word Breakdown
Qual
[kwal]
Which
Asks for identification or choice.
Qual é seu nome?
What's your name?
é
[eh]
is
Third person singular of the verb 'to be'.
Hoje é um lindo dia.
Today is a beautiful day.
o
[oo]
the
Definite article used before nouns.
O livro é interessante.
The book is interesting.
dia
[DEE-ah]
day
Refers to a period of 24 hours.
Hoje é um dia especial.
Today is a special day.
hoje
[OH-jay]
today
Refers to the current day.
Hoje temos aula de matemática.
Today we have a math class.
Phrase Parts
Qual
What
Used to ask about information or specifications.
Qual é o seu nome?
What is your name?
é
is
Present tense of the verb 'to be'.
Hoje é segunda-feira.
Today is Monday.
o dia
the day
Referring to the day of the week or a date.
O dia está lindo.
The day is beautiful.
hoje
today
Refers to the present day.
Hoje faz sol.
It is sunny today.
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