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Portuguese Phrase

O serviço está incluído?

/u seɾˈvi.su esˈta ĩkluˈi.du/
Meaning"Is the service included?"
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Meaning

This question asks whether a particular service (e.g., breakfast, Wi‑Fi, cleaning) is part of the price or package you are paying for. It is a straightforward yes‑no inquiry.

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When to use

Use it when you are checking the details of a hotel reservation, a rental agreement, a tour package, or any situation where extra services may be optional or charged separately.

✦Grammar Breakdown

Oserviçoestáincluído?

1

Definite article (O)

The article 'o' is the masculine singular definite article, used here because 'serviço' is masculine.

2

Ser vs. estar

'Estar' is used for temporary states or conditions; here it asks about the current inclusion status.

3

Past participle agreement

The past participle 'incluído' agrees in gender and number with the noun 'serviço' (masculine singular).

4

Question intonation

In Portuguese, a yes‑no question can be formed simply by adding a question mark and raising intonation.

🗨In Conversation

A

O serviço está incluído?

Is the service included?

Sim, o café da manhã está incluído no preço da diária.

Yes, breakfast is included in the daily rate.

B

✕Common Mistakes

  • O serviço é incluído?

    Use 'está' (temporary state) instead of 'é' (permanent characteristic).

  • O serviço está incluída?

    The participle must agree with the masculine noun 'serviço', so it stays 'incluído'.

  • O serviço inclui?

    The verb form 'inclui' is present indicative; the question needs the passive construction with 'está incluído'.

↔Alternatives

  • O serviço faz parte do pacote?

    Is the service part of the package?

  • Esse serviço está incluído no preço?

    Is this service included in the price?

  • Incluem o serviço?

    Do they include the service?

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Cultural Tip

In Brazil and Portugal, it is common for hotels and tour operators to list what is "incluído" in the contract. Asking this question politely shows you are attentive to the details and can prevent surprise fees. Be aware that "incluído" can sometimes refer only to basic services; always ask for a written confirmation if you need it for visa or expense‑report purposes.