Portuguese Phrase
A festa é hoje à noite.
Meaning
This phrase is a direct way to state that a social event or party is scheduled for the current evening. It uses the verb 'ser' to denote the time of an event, which is a common grammatical rule in Portuguese.
When to use
Use this phrase when confirming event plans with friends or informing someone about the timing of a celebration. It is appropriate for both casual and formal contexts.
✦Grammar Breakdown
Afestaéhojeànoite
Verbo Ser (é)
The verb 'ser' is used for events because they are considered occurrences with a fixed time and place.
Crase (à)
The accent on 'à' indicates a contraction of the preposition 'a' and the feminine article 'a', required in many time-related expressions.
🗨In Conversation
Que horas começa a celebração?
What time does the celebration start?
A festa é hoje à noite, às nove horas.
The party is tonight, at nine o'clock.
✕Common Mistakes
A festa está hoje à noite.
In Portuguese, use the verb 'ser' (é) instead of 'estar' when referring to the time or location of an event.
A festa é hoje no noite.
The correct expression for 'at night' or 'tonight' is 'à noite', using the feminine article with a grave accent.
↔Alternatives
Vai ter festa hoje à noite.
There is going to be a party tonight.
A festa acontece hoje à noite.
The party happens tonight.
Cultural Tip
In many Lusophone cultures, particularly in Brazil, parties often start quite late. If someone says the party is 'hoje à noite', don't be surprised if the invitation suggests a start time of 9:00 PM or later, and guests may not arrive until even later.