Portuguese Phrase
Qual é o modelo do produto?
Meaning
The sentence asks for the specific model or version of a product. It is a direct, polite way to request technical or commercial details about an item.
When to use
Use this phrase when you are in a store, talking to a sales representative, or contacting customer support to clarify which version of a product you are dealing with. It works both in formal business contexts and in casual conversations about gadgets, appliances, or any merchandise.
✦Grammar Breakdown
Qualéomodelodoproduto?
Qual (interrogative)
Used to ask 'which' or 'what' about a specific item; it agrees in gender and number with the noun it modifies.
é (ser, 3ª pessoa singular)
The present tense of the verb 'ser' used for identification or definition.
o (definite article)
Masculine singular article that precedes a specific noun.
modelo (noun)
Means 'model' or 'type' of an object; masculine singular.
do (de + o)
Contraction of the preposition 'de' (of) with the masculine article 'o', forming 'do' meaning 'of the'.
produto (noun)
Means 'product'; masculine singular.
🗨In Conversation
Qual é o modelo do produto?
What is the model of the product?
É o modelo X200, a última geração.
It’s the X200 model, the latest generation.
✕Common Mistakes
Que é o modelo do produto?
‘Que’ is not used for ‘which/what’ in this construction; use ‘Qual’ instead.
Qual é modelo do produto?
The definite article ‘o’ before ‘modelo’ is required in standard Portuguese.
Qual é o modelo do produto
Don’t forget the question mark and the accent on ‘é’; both are essential for correct punctuation and pronunciation.
↔Alternatives
Qual modelo tem o produto?
Which model does the product have?
Qual é a versão do produto?
What is the product’s version?
Pode me dizer o modelo do produto?
Can you tell me the product’s model?
Cultural Tip
In Brazil, it’s common to ask directly with ‘Qual é o modelo do produto?’ even in formal settings. In Portugal, you might hear a slightly more formal version: ‘Qual o modelo do produto?’ Both are correct, but the Brazilian form includes the verb ‘é’, which adds a touch of politeness. Remember to keep the tone friendly; a smile and a ‘por favor’ can make the request feel even more courteous.