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Portuguese Phrase

Alguma dúvida?

/awˈɡu.mɐ ˈdu.vi.dɐ/
Meaning"Any doubt? / Any questions?"
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Meaning

This phrase literally translates to 'Any doubt?' but is most commonly used to ask 'Any questions?' after an explanation or presentation. It's a polite and direct way to invite clarification or further inquiry from your audience or interlocutor.

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When to use

You can use 'Alguma dúvida?' at the end of a presentation, a lesson, or after explaining something to someone. It's suitable in both formal and informal contexts when you want to check for understanding or offer an opportunity for questions.

✦Grammar Breakdown

Algumadúvida

1

Alguma (adjective)

'Alguma' is the feminine singular form of the indefinite adjective 'algum' (some/any). It agrees in gender and number with the noun it modifies. In questions, it often translates to 'any'.

2

Dúvida (noun)

'Dúvida' is a feminine noun meaning 'doubt' or 'question'. It's commonly used in the singular form when asking if there are 'any' questions, even if multiple questions might arise.

🗨In Conversation

A

Então, essa é a nossa proposta para o projeto. Alguma dúvida?

So, this is our proposal for the project. Any questions?

Sim, eu tenho uma pergunta sobre o cronograma.

Yes, I have a question about the timeline.

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✕Common Mistakes

  • Qualquer dúvida?

    While 'qualquer' means 'any', it's generally used in affirmative or negative statements, not typically in direct questions like this. 'Alguma' is the correct choice for 'any' in interrogative sentences when referring to an unspecified quantity.

  • Tem alguma dúvida?

    While 'Tem alguma dúvida?' is grammatically correct and commonly used, 'Alguma dúvida?' is more concise and equally natural, especially in Brazilian Portuguese. The verb 'ter' (to have) is often omitted in such questions.

↔Alternatives

  • Alguma pergunta?

    Any question?

  • Ficou alguma questão?

    Did any question remain?

  • Têm alguma pergunta?

    Do you (plural) have any question?

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Cultural Tip

In Portuguese-speaking cultures, it's common for teachers, presenters, or even friends explaining something to end with 'Alguma dúvida?'. It's seen as a polite gesture to ensure clarity and encourage participation. Don't be shy to ask if you do have questions, as it's expected. In Portugal, 'Alguma questão?' might be heard more frequently in formal settings, while 'Alguma dúvida?' is universally understood.