Portuguese Phrase
Está um dia lindo.
Meaning
The sentence means “It’s a beautiful day.” It uses the verb estar to describe a temporary state of the weather, combined with the adjective lindo (beautiful) that agrees with the masculine singular noun dia.
When to use
You would say this when you notice pleasant weather outside – clear skies, warm sunshine, or a gentle breeze – and want to comment on it to friends, family, or strangers.
✦Grammar Breakdown
Estáumdialindo
Estar (temporary state)
"Estar" is used for conditions that can change, such as weather, mood, or location.
Indefinite article "um"
"Um" introduces a singular, non‑specific noun; it matches the masculine gender of "dia".
Adjective agreement
The adjective "lindo" must agree in gender (masculine) and number (singular) with the noun it modifies.
🗨In Conversation
Está um dia lindo, não acha?
It’s a beautiful day, don’t you think?
Sim, perfeito para um passeio no parque.
Yes, perfect for a walk in the park.
✕Common Mistakes
É um dia lindo.
Use "está" for temporary weather conditions; "é" describes permanent qualities.
Está um dia linda.
The adjective must agree with the masculine noun "dia"; "linda" is feminine.
↔Alternatives
Que dia lindo!
What a beautiful day!
O dia está lindo.
The day is beautiful.
Hoje está um dia maravilhoso.
Today is a wonderful day.
Cultural Tip
In Brazil, commenting on the weather is a common ice‑breaker. Using "está" signals a temporary condition, so you wouldn’t use "é" (ser) here. In Portugal, you might also hear "Está um dia bonito" – both lindo and bonito are acceptable, though "lindo" sounds slightly more enthusiastic.