Portuguese Phrase
Que data é hoje?
Meaning
This is the most common way to ask for the specific calendar date in Portuguese. It combines the interrogative 'Que' with the noun 'data' and the verb 'ser' to identify the current point in time.
When to use
Use this phrase when you need to know the day, month, or year, such as when filling out forms or scheduling an appointment. It is suitable for both casual conversations and professional environments.
✦Grammar Breakdown
Quedataéhoje
Interrogative 'Que'
In this context, 'Que' acts as an interrogative adjective modifying the noun 'data'.
Verb 'Ser'
The form 'é' comes from the verb 'ser', which is used for dates, time, and permanent characteristics.
Adverb 'Hoje'
'Hoje' means 'today' and usually appears at the end of the question or the beginning of the answer.
🗨In Conversation
Que data é hoje?
What date is today?
Hoje é dia sete de setembro.
Today is September 7th.
✕Common Mistakes
Que data está hoje?
Use the verb 'ser' (é) for dates and time, as they are considered inherent identities of the day, not temporary conditions.
Qual data é hoje?
While 'Qual' is sometimes used colloquially, 'Que' is the grammatically preferred interrogative when followed directly by a noun in this context.
↔Alternatives
Qual é a data de hoje?
What is today's date?
Que dia é hoje?
What day is today? (Can refer to the date or the day of the week)
A quantos estamos hoje?
What's the date today? (Commonly used in Portugal)
Cultural Tip
In Portuguese-speaking countries, dates are formatted as Day/Month/Year. When answering this question, it is common to start with 'Hoje é dia...' and remember that for the first day of the month, Brazilians specifically use 'dia primeiro' rather than 'dia um'.