Portuguese Phrase
Sim, tá no corredor.
Meaning
Literally “Yes, it’s in the hallway.” The speaker is confirming that something (a book, a key, etc.) can be found in the corridor. The use of “tá” makes the sentence informal and conversational.
When to use
Use this phrase when you want to answer a location question in a casual setting—talking with friends, family, or coworkers in a relaxed environment.
✦Grammar Breakdown
Simtánocorredor
Sim
A simple affirmative word meaning “yes”. It can stand alone or precede a statement.
tá (está)
Colloquial contraction of the verb estar (to be). Common in spoken Brazilian Portuguese, but avoided in formal writing.
no = em + o
Preposition “em” (in/on) combined with the masculine definite article “o”. Use “na” for feminine nouns.
corredor
Masculine noun meaning “hallway” or “corridor”. The article “o” is already included in the contraction “no”.
🗨In Conversation
Onde está o livro que eu deixei?
Where is the book I left?
Sim, tá no corredor.
Yes, it’s in the hallway.
✕Common Mistakes
Sim, tá no corredor.
While correct in speech, learners often over‑use it in formal contexts; replace with “está” when writing or speaking formally.
Sim, tá no cozinha.
If the place is feminine, the correct contraction is “na”. Using “no” with a feminine noun is a gender‑agreement error.
↔Alternatives
Sim, está no corredor.
Yes, it’s in the hallway.
Claro, está no corredor.
Sure, it’s in the hallway.
Está no corredor, sim.
It’s in the hallway, yes.
Cultural Tip
In Brazil, “tá” is the everyday spoken form of “está”. It’s perfectly natural in conversation, but in formal writing, emails, or when speaking to strangers you should use the full form “está”. Also, note the gender agreement: use “na” (em + a) for feminine places, e.g., “na cozinha”.