Portuguese Phrase
O prazo é dia 22 de outubro.
Meaning
This phrase is used to state a specific deadline or due date for a task, project, or payment. 'Prazo' refers to the period or final date allowed for something to be completed.
When to use
Use this in professional, academic, or administrative contexts to clarify when a submission or action is required. It is very common in business emails and project management.
✦Grammar Breakdown
O prazoédia 22de outubro
O prazo
'Prazo' is a masculine noun meaning deadline or timeframe. It is often used with the definite article 'o'.
Ser (é)
The verb 'ser' is used here to define a fixed point in time, such as a date on the calendar.
De outubro
Months are not capitalized in Portuguese unless they start a sentence, and they are linked to the day using 'de'.
🗨In Conversation
Quando precisamos entregar o projeto?
When do we need to hand in the project?
O prazo é dia 22 de outubro.
The deadline is October 22nd.
✕Common Mistakes
O prazo é em 22 de outubro.
When stating a specific date as a deadline, use 'é dia' or just 'é' rather than the preposition 'em'.
O prazo é 22 outubro.
Always include the preposition 'de' between the day and the month in Portuguese dates.
↔Alternatives
A data limite é 22 de outubro.
The limit date is October 22nd.
Vence no dia 22 de outubro.
It is due on October 22nd.
Cultural Tip
In Portuguese-speaking countries, dates are formatted as Day/Month/Year. In business culture, 'prazo' is a critical term, and missing one without prior notice is generally seen as unprofessional.