Portuguese Phrase
É uma pequena reunião de família.
Meaning
The sentence states that there is a modest, intimate gathering of family members. It emphasizes the size (small) and the familial nature of the event.
When to use
Use this phrase when you want to describe or announce a low‑key family get‑together, for example in an invitation, a casual conversation, or when explaining why you’ll be busy.
✦Grammar Breakdown
Éumapequenareuniãodefamília
É (ser)
Third‑person singular of the verb ser, used for identification or description.
Indefinite article (uma)
Feminine singular indefinite article, must agree with the noun that follows.
Adjective agreement (pequena)
Adjectives agree in gender and number with the noun they modify; here both are feminine singular.
Preposition de
Links nouns to express possession or relationship, similar to 'of' in English.
🗨In Conversation
O que você vai fazer neste fim de semana?
What are you doing this weekend?
É uma pequena reunião de família.
It's a small family gathering.
✕Common Mistakes
Há uma pequena reunião de família.
Use "há" for existence (there is/are) when you are not describing the event itself.
É um pequena reunião de família.
The article must match the feminine noun "reunião".
É uma grande reunião de família.
"Grande" changes the meaning to a large gathering, which is the opposite of what is intended.
↔Alternatives
Vamos ter um pequeno encontro familiar.
We will have a small family meeting.
É um encontro íntimo de família.
It's an intimate family gathering.
É uma reunião familiar discreta.
It's a discreet family reunion.
Cultural Tip
In Portuguese‑speaking cultures, family gatherings are a cornerstone of social life. Even a "pequena" reunião often includes a shared meal, storytelling, and a chance to honor older relatives. Keep the tone warm and informal, and remember that using "reunião" can sound slightly more formal than "encontro" or "jantar de família".