Portuguese Phrase
Algumas contas não têm taxas mensais.
Meaning
The sentence states that certain accounts are free of recurring monthly charges. It can refer to bank accounts, subscription services, or any recurring‑payment arrangement.
When to use
Use this phrase when comparing financial products, explaining the benefits of a particular service, or answering a question about fees in a customer‑service context.
✦Grammar Breakdown
Algumascontasnãotêmtaxasmensais
Algumas (indefinite adjective)
Matches the gender (feminine) and number (plural) of the noun it modifies – here, 'contas'.
contas (noun)
Feminine plural noun meaning 'accounts' (bank, utility, etc.).
não (negation)
Placed before the verb to negate the whole clause.
têm (verb ter, 3rd pl.)
Present indicative of 'ter' for third‑person plural; note the tilde on the 'e' (têm) distinguishes it from singular 'tem'.
taxas mensais (noun + adjective)
Both words are feminine plural and must agree; 'mensais' qualifies the type of fee.
🗨In Conversation
Você sabe se essa conta tem taxa de manutenção?
Do you know if this account has a maintenance fee?
Algumas contas não têm taxas mensais, então vale a pena conferir as opções sem cobrança.
Some accounts don’t have monthly fees, so it’s worth looking at the no‑charge options.
✕Common Mistakes
Algumas contas não tem taxas mensais.
The verb must agree with the plural subject 'contas'; use 'têm' (with tilde).
Algumas contas não têm taxa mensal.
When referring to multiple fees, both noun and adjective must be plural: 'taxas mensais'.
Algumas contas têm não taxas mensais.
Placing 'não' after the verb changes the meaning; keep it before the verb to negate the whole clause.
↔Alternatives
Algumas contas não cobram taxas mensais.
Some accounts don’t charge monthly fees.
Nem todas as contas têm taxas mensais.
Not all accounts have monthly fees.
Existem contas sem taxa mensal.
There are accounts without a monthly fee.
Cultural Tip
In Brazil, banks and telecom companies often promote 'contas sem taxa' as a competitive advantage. The phrase is neutral and works in both formal written communication (e.g., brochures) and informal spoken conversation. Be aware that 'taxa' can also refer to government fees, so context matters.