Portuguese Phrase
Sim, a reunião é na quinta.
Meaning
This phrase is a direct confirmation regarding the timing of a scheduled event. It uses the verb 'ser' to denote a fixed point in time for an occurrence, followed by the specific day of the week.
When to use
Use this phrase in professional or academic contexts to confirm a schedule. It is most common when responding to a question about whether a meeting is happening on Thursday.
✦Grammar Breakdown
Sima reuniãoénaquinta
Verbo Ser
The verb 'é' (from ser) is used for events, dates, and times that are permanent or scheduled.
Contraction 'na'
'Na' is the mandatory contraction of the preposition 'em' (on) and the feminine article 'a' (the), used because 'quinta' is feminine.
🗨In Conversation
A reunião de equipe é amanhã?
Is the team meeting tomorrow?
Sim, a reunião é na quinta.
Yes, the meeting is on Thursday.
✕Common Mistakes
Sim, a reunião está na quinta.
Use the verb 'ser' (é) instead of 'estar' for events and scheduled times.
Sim, a reunião é em quinta.
Days of the week require the contraction of the preposition 'em' with the definite article 'a', resulting in 'na'.
↔Alternatives
A reunião está marcada para quinta.
The meeting is scheduled for Thursday.
Isso, nos reuniremos na quinta-feira.
That's right, we will meet on Thursday.
Cultural Tip
In Portuguese-speaking countries, 'quinta-feira' is often shortened to just 'quinta' in casual and even semi-formal business conversations. Thursday is a very common day for weekly wrap-up meetings before the weekend approach.