Portuguese Phrase
É às 10 da manhã.
Meaning
This phrase is used to specify the scheduled time for an event or appointment. It uses the verb 'ser' (to be) in the singular form 'é' to refer to a single point in time, followed by the contraction 'às' for the hour.
When to use
Use this phrase when someone asks for the start time of a meeting, a class, or a social gathering. It is the standard way to confirm a morning schedule.
✦Grammar Breakdown
Éàs10da manhã
Verbo Ser (É)
The singular 'é' is used here because it refers to 'the time' of the event, which is a singular concept.
Contraction (às)
This is a mandatory contraction of the preposition 'a' (at) and the feminine plural article 'as' (the) used before hours.
🗨In Conversation
A que horas é a nossa consulta?
What time is our appointment?
É às 10 da manhã.
It is at 10 in the morning.
✕Common Mistakes
São às 10 da manhã.
When referring to the time an event takes place, use 'É' (singular) regardless of the hour, rather than 'São' (plural).
É as 10 da manhã.
Always use the grave accent (às) when indicating hours, as it represents the contraction of the preposition 'a' and the article 'as'.
↔Alternatives
Começa às dez.
It starts at ten.
Às dez horas.
At ten o'clock.
Cultural Tip
In Portuguese-speaking cultures, while the 24-hour clock is common for official schedules (like 10:00 vs 22:00), speakers often use the 12-hour clock in conversation accompanied by 'da manhã' or 'da noite' to avoid confusion. Punctuality expectations can vary, but for business and health appointments, 'às 10' means exactly on time.