Portuguese Phrase
Alguém tem alergia a nozes.
Meaning
The sentence states that an unspecified person has an allergy to nuts. It is a neutral way to mention a health condition, useful in medical, culinary, or everyday contexts.
When to use
Use this phrase when you need to inform others about a nut allergy, ask if anyone in a group is allergic, or discuss health issues with a doctor or waiter.
✦Grammar Breakdown
Alguémtemalergiaanozes
Alguém
Indefinite pronoun meaning “someone”. Used when the subject is unknown or unspecified.
tem
Third‑person singular present of the verb ter (to have). Regular –er verb: eu tenho, tu tens, ele/ela tem.
alergia
Feminine noun meaning “allergy”. Often followed by the preposition a to indicate what the allergy is to.
a (preposition)
Introduces the object of the allergy. Equivalent to English “to” or “of”.
nozes
Plural of noz, a feminine noun meaning “nuts”. Note the plural –es ending.
🗨In Conversation
Alguém tem alergia a nozes?
Does anyone have a nut allergy?
Sim, eu tenho alergia a nozes.
Yes, I am allergic to nuts.
✕Common Mistakes
Alguém tem alergia de nozes.
The preposition for allergies is a, not de.
Alguém tem alergia a no nozes.
Do not duplicate the preposition; use only one a.
Alguem tem alergia a nozes.
Missing accent on Alguém changes the pronunciation and is considered a spelling error.
↔Alternatives
Tem alergia a nozes?
Do you have a nut allergy?
Alguém sofre de alergia a nozes?
Someone suffers from a nut allergy?
Alguém é alérgico a nozes?
Is anyone allergic to nuts?
Cultural Tip
In Brazil, nut allergies are taken seriously, especially in schools, restaurants, and public events. It’s common to ask about allergies before serving desserts or snacks, and many menus now include a “contains nuts” warning. Using the phrase politely shows respect for others’ health and can prevent dangerous situations.