Portuguese Phrase
O evento é na sexta.
Meaning
This phrase is used to communicate the scheduled day for a specific occurrence. In Portuguese, the verb 'ser' is used for dates and times of events, and 'sexta' is the common shorthand for 'sexta-feira' (Friday).
When to use
Use this sentence in professional or social contexts to confirm or announce the timing of a meeting, party, or any organized gathering. It is natural and appropriate for all levels of formality.
✦Grammar Breakdown
Oeventoénasexta
Verbo Ser
The verb 'é' is used here because the date is a fixed characteristic of the event's schedule.
Contraction 'na'
This is a contraction of the preposition 'em' (on) and the feminine article 'a' (the), which must agree with 'sexta'.
🗨In Conversation
Que dia vai ser a nossa reunião?
What day is our meeting going to be?
O evento é na sexta.
The event is on Friday.
✕Common Mistakes
O evento está na sexta.
Always use the verb 'ser' (é) instead of 'estar' when referring to the scheduled time or date of an event.
O evento é em sexta.
In Portuguese, days of the week require a definite article; 'em' combines with the feminine 'a' to become 'na'.
↔Alternatives
O evento acontece na sexta.
The event happens on Friday.
Vai ser na sexta-feira.
It will be on Friday.
Cultural Tip
While the official names of weekdays end in '-feira' (e.g., segunda-feira), native speakers almost always drop this suffix in casual conversation. Friday is widely celebrated as the start of the social weekend, often referred to as 'sextou' when the workday ends.