Portuguese Phrase
Sim, toca ao sair.
Meaning
The speaker confirms that a bell or chime will sound when someone leaves. It can also be used figuratively to say that something will happen automatically as soon as you exit a place.
When to use
Use this phrase when you want to tell someone that a doorbell, alarm, or any sound will be triggered as soon as they go out, such as in a classroom, office, or a house with an automatic door chime.
✦Grammar Breakdown
Sim,tocaaosair.
Sim
Affirmative response meaning 'yes'.
toca
Third person singular present of the verb 'tocar' meaning 'to ring' (as in a bell) or 'to play (an instrument)'.
ao
Contraction of the preposition 'a' + definite article 'o', meaning 'to the' or 'upon'.
sair
Infinitive verb meaning 'to leave' or 'to go out'.
🗨In Conversation
Posso sair agora?
Can I leave now?
Sim, toca ao sair.
Yes, it rings when you leave.
✕Common Mistakes
Sim, ocorre ao sair.
Do not use 'toca' for a non‑audible action; use 'ocorre' or 'acontece' instead.
Sim, toca quando sai.
If you want to refer to a specific person, use 'quando você sai' instead of the generic 'ao sair'.
↔Alternatives
Sim, o sino toca quando você sai.
Yes, the bell rings when you leave.
Claro, o alarme dispara ao sair.
Sure, the alarm goes off when you leave.
Com certeza, o toque acontece ao sair.
Certainly, the chime happens when you leave.
Cultural Tip
In Brazil, many public places (schools, offices, gyms) have a small bell that rings when the door is opened or closed. Saying 'toca ao sair' is a casual way to remind someone that the sound will alert others that they are leaving. The phrase is informal; in a more formal setting you might say 'soará ao sair' or 'soará ao sair da sala'.