Italian Phrase
Quando è il concerto?
Meaning
This is a direct question used to ask about the specific time or date of a musical event. It combines the interrogative 'quando' (when) with the third-person singular of the verb 'essere' (to be) and the noun 'concerto'.
When to use
Use this phrase when you need to find out the schedule for a musical performance, whether you are at a venue, talking to a friend, or buying tickets. It is a standard, polite way to inquire about event timings.
✦Grammar Breakdown
Quandoèilconcerto
Interrogative: Quando
The word 'Quando' is used to ask about time and does not change based on gender or number.
Verb: Essere
The word 'è' is the third-person singular form of 'essere' (to be), used here to link the subject to its time.
🗨In Conversation
Ho comprato i biglietti per stasera!
I bought the tickets for tonight!
Che bello! Quando è il concerto?
How nice! When is the concert?
✕Common Mistakes
Quando il concerto?
In Italian, you must include the verb 'è' (is) to form a complete sentence.
Quando sono il concerto?
Use 'è' for singular subjects like 'il concerto'; 'sono' is for plural subjects.
↔Alternatives
A che ora inizia il concerto?
At what time does the concert start?
Quando si terrà il concerto?
When will the concert be held?
Cultural Tip
In Italy, evening concerts often start a bit later than the advertised time, especially in summer. It is quite common to ask specifically for the 'inizio effettivo' (actual start) to know when the main act takes the stage.