Portuguese Phrase
Amanhã é terça.
Meaning
This sentence is used to state which day of the week follows the current day. It uses the verb 'ser' (to be) to establish a calendar fact that is considered permanent or scheduled.
When to use
Use this phrase when clarifying a schedule, making plans, or answering someone who asks about tomorrow's date. It is appropriate for both casual and professional settings.
✦Grammar Breakdown
Amanhãéterça
Amanhã
The word for 'tomorrow'. Pay attention to the nasal 'ã' sound, which is common in Portuguese.
É (Verb Ser)
The present tense third-person singular of 'ser'. It is used for permanent characteristics, time, and dates.
Terça
Short for 'terça-feira'. The name comes from 'terça' meaning 'third', counting from Sunday as the first day.
🗨In Conversation
Que dia é amanhã?
What day is tomorrow?
Amanhã é terça.
Tomorrow is Tuesday.
✕Common Mistakes
Amanhã está terça.
Avoid using 'estar' for dates and days of the week; 'ser' is the correct verb for calendar facts.
Amanhã é a terça.
In this specific construction, you do not need the definite article 'a' before the day of the week.
↔Alternatives
Amanhã é terça-feira.
Tomorrow is Tuesday (formal).
Terça é amanhã.
Tuesday is tomorrow.
Cultural Tip
While the full name for Tuesday is 'terça-feira', Brazilians and Portuguese speakers almost always drop the '-feira' in daily conversation. Also, note that the Portuguese week starts on Sunday (domingo), which is why Tuesday is called 'terça' (the third day).