Portuguese Phrase
O que afeta a velocidade da internet?
Meaning
The sentence asks for the factors or causes that influence how fast the internet connection works. It can be used in both casual and technical conversations.
When to use
Use this question when you want to discuss troubleshooting, compare service providers, or simply learn why your connection feels slow. It works well in tech‑support chats, classroom discussions about digital literacy, or everyday talk with friends.
✦Grammar Breakdown
Oqueafetaavelocidadedainternet?
O que (interrogative pronoun)
"O que" is used to ask "what" about a thing or action. It functions as the subject of the verb that follows.
afetar (verb)
"afetar" means "to affect"; in the present indicative third‑person singular it becomes "afeta".
a velocidade (noun phrase)
"velocidade" is a feminine noun; the definite article "a" agrees in gender and number.
da (de + a)
"da" is the contraction of the preposition "de" (of) and the feminine article "a", linking "velocidade" with "internet".
internet (borrowed noun)
Although of English origin, "internet" is treated as a masculine noun in Portuguese, but here it follows the preposition "de".
🗨In Conversation
O que afeta a velocidade da internet?
What affects the internet speed?
Vários fatores: a qualidade do provedor, a distância do roteador, a quantidade de dispositivos conectados e até a hora do dia.
Several factors: the provider’s quality, the distance from the router, the number of connected devices, and even the time of day.
✕Common Mistakes
Qual afeta a velocidade da internet?
"Qual" asks for a specific choice among options; the correct interrogative for an open‑ended cause is "O que".
O que afetar a velocidade da internet?
When forming a question, the verb must be conjugated to match the subject; use "afeta" (third‑person singular).
O que afeta a velocidade de internet?
The preposition "de" contracts with the feminine article "a" to become "da"; writing "de internet" sounds unnatural.
↔Alternatives
Quais são os fatores que influenciam a velocidade da internet?
What are the factors that influence internet speed?
O que pode diminuir a velocidade da internet?
What can lower the internet speed?
Por que a internet está lenta?
Why is the internet slow?
Cultural Tip
In Brazil, internet speed is a frequent topic of conversation because service quality varies widely between urban and rural areas, and many households share a single connection. When asking this question, it’s polite to follow up with a specific context (e.g., "na minha casa" or "no trabalho") to show you’re interested in a concrete solution.