Portuguese Phrase
Quem é a enfermeira da escola?
Meaning
The sentence asks for the identity of the person who works as the nurse at the school. It is a straightforward identification question, similar to English 'Who is the school nurse?'.
When to use
Use this phrase when you are in a school setting, meeting new staff, or need to refer to the health professional responsible for students. It works in both formal and informal contexts, but keep the tone polite.
✦Grammar Breakdown
Queméaenfermeiradaescola?
Quem
Interrogative pronoun meaning 'who', used at the start of a question.
é
Third‑person singular present of the verb SER, used for identification.
a
Feminine singular definite article, agrees with the noun 'enfermeira'.
enfermeira
Noun meaning 'nurse', feminine form; the masculine is 'enfermeiro'.
da
Contraction of preposition DE + definite article A, meaning 'of the' (feminine).
escola
Feminine noun meaning 'school'.
🗨In Conversation
Quem é a enfermeira da escola?
Who is the school nurse?
É a Maria, ela cuida da nossa enfermaria.
It's Maria, she takes care of our infirmary.
✕Common Mistakes
Quem é o enfermeira da escola?
The article must agree with the feminine noun 'enfermeira'. Use 'a' not 'o'.
Quem é a enfermeiro da escola?
If you refer to a female nurse, keep the feminine form 'enfermeira'.
Quem é a enfermeira escola?
Do not omit the preposition; 'da' (de + a) is required to link the nurse to the school.
↔Alternatives
Quem trabalha como enfermeira na escola?
Who works as a nurse at the school?
Qual é o nome da enfermeira da escola?
What is the name of the school nurse?
Quem é a enfermeira da nossa escola?
Who is the nurse of our school?
Cultural Tip
In Brazil and Portugal, most primary and secondary schools have a dedicated "enfermeira escolar" who handles minor injuries, chronic conditions, and health education. When addressing her, it is polite to use the title "Doutora" or "Enfermeira" followed by her name, especially in formal settings.