Portuguese Phrase
Qual plataforma a sua clínica usa?
Meaning
The sentence asks which software platform or system the listener's clinic uses, typically referring to electronic health records, appointment scheduling, or telemedicine tools.
When to use
Use this question when discussing technology choices with a colleague, a vendor, or during a networking event in the healthcare sector. It’s appropriate in both formal and informal professional settings.
✦Grammar Breakdown
Qualplataformaasuaclínicausa
Interrogative Pronoun 'Qual'
'Qual' is used to ask about a specific item among a set, equivalent to 'which' in English.
Definite Article 'a'
The article 'a' agrees in gender and number with the noun 'plataforma' (feminine singular).
Possessive Adjective 'sua'
'Sua' matches the gender of the noun it modifies ('clínica') and indicates ownership.
Verb 'usar' in Present Indicative
'Usa' is the third‑person singular present form of 'usar', meaning 'to use'.
Word Order for Yes‑No Questions
In Portuguese, a simple yes‑no question can be formed by placing the interrogative word at the start without inversion.
🗨In Conversation
Qual plataforma a sua clínica usa?
Which platform does your clinic use?
Nós usamos o iClinic, mas estamos avaliando o DoctorPro.
We use iClinic, but we’re evaluating DoctorPro.
✕Common Mistakes
Qual plataforma sua clínica usa?
Missing the article 'a' before 'sua clínica' makes the sentence sound incomplete.
Qual plataforma a sua clínica usam?
The verb must agree with the singular subject 'clínica', so use 'usa' not 'usam'.
Qual plataforma a sua clínica usar?
Use the conjugated form 'usa' for present indicative; 'usar' is the infinitive.
↔Alternatives
Que sistema a sua clínica utiliza?
What system does your clinic use?
Qual software a sua clínica emprega?
Which software does your clinic employ?
Qual ferramenta tecnológica a sua clínica tem?
Which technology tool does your clinic have?
Cultural Tip
In Brazil, mentioning the specific platform can signal the clinic’s size and tech‑savviness. When speaking with a vendor, it’s polite to first ask about the clinic’s needs before diving into product details. Also, note that some regions prefer the term 'sistema' over 'plataforma' when referring to health‑tech solutions.