Portuguese Phrase
O que é a internet DSL?
Meaning
The sentence asks for a definition of DSL internet – a type of broadband connection that uses existing telephone lines to transmit digital data at high speeds.
When to use
Use this question when you need to explain or clarify what DSL technology is, especially in conversations about internet options, tech support, or when comparing broadband services.
✦Grammar Breakdown
OqueéainternetDSL?
O que
Interrogative pronoun phrase meaning “what”. It introduces a definition question.
é (ser)
Third‑person singular of the verb ser, used for permanent or definitional statements.
a (definite article)
Feminine singular article that agrees with the noun “internet”, which is feminine in Portuguese.
internet
A feminine noun borrowed from English; always used with the article “a”.
DSL
A technical abbreviation for Digital Subscriber Line; treated as a proper noun, no article needed.
🗨In Conversation
O que é a internet DSL?
What is DSL internet?
É um tipo de conexão de banda larga que usa linhas telefônicas de cobre para transmitir dados digitais.
It’s a type of broadband connection that uses copper telephone lines to transmit digital data.
✕Common Mistakes
O que é o internet DSL?
“Internet” is feminine, so the correct article is “a”.
O que são a internet DSL?
The verb must agree with the singular subject “internet DSL”, so use “é”, not “são”.
DSL é o que?
When asking for a definition, keep the structure “O que é…”, not “DSL é o que…”.
↔Alternatives
O que significa DSL?
What does DSL mean?
O que é DSL?
What is DSL?
Qual é a definição de internet DSL?
What is the definition of DSL internet?
Cultural Tip
In Brazil, DSL was the most common broadband technology in the early 2000s, but today many users have switched to fiber‑optic (FTTH) or cable. When speaking with older generations, mentioning DSL can still resonate, while younger people may be more familiar with “fibra” or “4G/5G”.