Portuguese Phrase
A que horas é a tua reunião?
Meaning
This is a standard way to ask someone about the specific timing of their meeting. The phrase uses the preposition 'a' (at) combined with 'que horas' (what hours/time) to pinpoint a schedule. It is direct and polite, suitable for both workplace and casual environments.
When to use
Use this phrase when you want to know when a colleague or friend has a scheduled appointment. It is most common in professional settings or when planning daily logistics with someone you know well.
✦Grammar Breakdown
Aquehoraséatuareunião
A que horas
The preposition 'a' is essential here to indicate a specific point in time, similar to 'at' in English.
Tua vs Sua
'Tua' is the informal 'your'. In formal settings, 'sua' is preferred to show respect.
🗨In Conversation
A que horas é a tua reunião?
At what time is your meeting?
É às dez da manhã.
It is at ten in the morning.
✕Common Mistakes
Que horas é a tua reunião?
While common in casual Brazilian Portuguese, the preposition 'A' is grammatically required to mean 'At what time'.
A que horas são a tua reunião?
The verb must agree with the singular noun 'reunião', so use 'é' instead of 'são'.
↔Alternatives
Quando é a tua reunião?
When is your meeting?
A que horas começa a tua reunião?
At what time does your meeting start?
Cultural Tip
In Portugal, 'tua' is the standard informal possessive. In Brazil, you might hear 'sua' more frequently even in informal contexts. When speaking to a superior, it is safer to use 'a sua reunião' to maintain a professional distance.