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Portuguese Phrase

Não, é onze de setembro.

/ˈnɐ̃w̃ ˈɛ ˈõ.zi dʒi se.ˈtẽ.bɾu/
Meaning"No, it is September eleventh."
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Meaning

This phrase is used to provide a factual correction regarding the date. It utilizes the negative adverb 'não' followed by the verb 'ser' (to be) to identify the specific day and month.

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When to use

Use this sentence in a conversation when someone misidentifies the current date or asks for confirmation of the date. It is suitable for both casual and professional environments.

Grammar Breakdown

Nãoéonzedesetembro

1

Verbo Ser

The verb 'é' is the third-person singular of 'ser', used here to indicate a calendar date.

2

Preposição 'de'

The preposition 'de' (of) is the standard way to link the numerical day to the month name.

🗨In Conversation

A

Hoje é dia dez de setembro?

Is today September tenth?

Não, é onze de setembro.

No, it is September eleventh.

B

Common Mistakes

  • Não, está onze de setembro.

    In Portuguese, the verb 'ser' (é) is used for dates, not 'estar' (está).

  • Não, é onze em setembro.

    The preposition 'de' is required to connect the day to the month, not 'em'.

Alternatives

  • Hoje é dia onze de setembro.

    Today is the eleventh of September.

  • Não, hoje são onze.

    No, today is the eleventh.

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Cultural Tip

In all Portuguese-speaking countries, dates follow the Day-Month-Year format. While English speakers often say 'September eleventh', Portuguese speakers strictly say 'onze de setembro' (eleven of September).