Portuguese Phrase
Esse é o terminal certo pro meu voo?
Meaning
This phrase is a direct question used to confirm if a specific terminal is the correct one for a person's flight. It's essential for navigating airports, especially in large or unfamiliar ones. The word 'certo' here means 'correct' or 'right'.
When to use
You would use this phrase when you are at an airport and need to verify if you are in the correct terminal for your departure. It's perfect for asking airport staff, information desk attendants, or even other travelers if you're unsure.
✦Grammar Breakdown
Esseéoterminalcertopromeuvoo?
Esse / Este
'Esse' (that/this) and 'Este' (this) are demonstrative pronouns. While 'Este' is technically for things close to the speaker, 'Esse' is very commonly used in spoken Brazilian Portuguese for both 'this' and 'that'.
É (Ser)
'É' is the third-person singular conjugation of the verb 'ser' (to be), used for permanent characteristics, identity, or in this case, to identify something. Here, it means 'is'.
Certo
In this context, 'certo' means 'correct' or 'right'. It functions as an adjective modifying 'terminal'.
Pro (Para o)
'Pro' is a common contraction of the preposition 'para' (for/to) and the masculine definite article 'o' (the). It's widely used in informal spoken Brazilian Portuguese.
🗨In Conversation
Com licença, esse é o terminal certo pro meu voo para Lisboa?
Excuse me, is this the right terminal for my flight to Lisbon?
Não, o seu voo sai do Terminal 2. Você precisa pegar o ônibus interno.
No, your flight departs from Terminal 2. You need to take the internal bus.
✕Common Mistakes
Este é o terminal correto para o meu voo?
While grammatically correct, 'correto para o' is more formal. 'Certo pro' is more natural and common in spoken Brazilian Portuguese. 'Pro' is a contraction of 'para o'.
Esse é o terminal certo meu voo?
Missing the preposition 'pro' (para o) before 'meu voo'. You need to specify 'for my flight'.
↔Alternatives
Este é o terminal correto para o meu voo?
Is this the correct terminal for my flight?
Qual é o terminal do meu voo?
Which is my flight's terminal?
Onde fica o terminal do meu voo?
Where is my flight's terminal located?
Cultural Tip
In Brazil, it's common to use 'Esse' (this/that) interchangeably with 'Este' (this) in spoken language, though 'Este' is technically for things closer to the speaker. When asking for directions or information, Brazilians are generally very helpful and approachable. Don't hesitate to ask airport staff or even other passengers if you're lost or unsure.