Portuguese Phrase
Qual é o limite de transferência?
Meaning
This question asks for the maximum amount of money that can be moved in a single transaction or within a certain period. It is commonly used when dealing with banks, digital wallets, or any service that moves funds.
When to use
Use this phrase when you are contacting a bank, fintech app, or customer service to clarify how much you can send in one go, or to compare different providers' policies.
✦Grammar Breakdown
Qualéolimitedetransferência?
Qual (interrogative)
Used to ask about a specific quality or identity; agrees in gender and number with the noun it modifies.
é (ser, 3ª pessoa singular)
The present tense of the verb 'ser' used for definitions, essential characteristics, and identification.
o (definite article)
Definite article that matches the masculine singular noun 'limite'.
limite (noun)
Means 'limit' or 'maximum amount'; often used in financial contexts.
de (preposition)
Introduces a complement, here linking 'limite' with the type of limit – 'de transferência'.
transferência (noun)
Means 'transfer' (usually money); the word ends with -ência, a common suffix for abstract nouns.
🗨In Conversation
Qual é o limite de transferência?
What is the transfer limit?
O limite padrão é R$ 5.000 por dia, mas pode ser aumentado mediante solicitação.
The standard limit is R$5,000 per day, but it can be raised upon request.
✕Common Mistakes
Qual é o limite de transferir?
Use the noun 'transferência' after 'limite de' – the verb form is incorrect here.
Qual é o limite de transferências?
The plural 'transferências' changes the meaning; you want the limit of a single transfer, not the number of transfers.
↔Alternatives
Qual o valor máximo de transferência?
What is the maximum transfer amount?
Até quanto posso transferir?
How much can I transfer?
Existe um teto para as transferências?
Is there a ceiling for transfers?
Cultural Tip
In Brazil, transfer limits differ between traditional banks, Pix (instant payment system), and international remittance services. While Pix often has higher daily limits, some banks keep a lower cap for security. Always check the specific policy of your provider, and remember that higher limits may require additional verification steps.