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Portuguese Phrase

Sim, as temperaturas globais estão subindo.

/sĩj as tem.peɾaˈtuɾɐs ɡloˈbajs esˈtɐ̃w suˈbĩdʒ̃/
Meaning"Yes, global temperatures are rising."
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Meaning

The sentence means 'Yes, global temperatures are rising.' It confirms a previous statement about climate change and emphasizes that the increase is ongoing.

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When to use

Use this phrase when you want to agree with someone who has mentioned climate change, environmental reports, or any discussion about rising temperatures worldwide. It works in both formal (news, presentations) and informal (chat with friends) contexts.

✦Grammar Breakdown

Sim,astemperaturasglobaisestãosubindo.

1

Sim

An affirmative response meaning 'yes'. It can be used alone or before a statement to agree.

2

as (definite article)

Plural feminine article used before nouns like 'temperaturas'.

3

temperaturas (noun)

Feminine plural noun meaning 'temperatures'.

4

globais (adjective)

Adjective meaning 'global', placed after the noun in Portuguese.

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estão (verb estar)

Third‑person plural present of 'estar', used for temporary states or ongoing actions.

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subindo (gerund)

Gerund form of 'subir' (to rise), indicating a continuous action.

🗨In Conversation

A

Você acha que o aquecimento global é real?

Do you think global warming is real?

Sim, as temperaturas globais estão subindo.

Yes, global temperatures are rising.

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✕Common Mistakes

  • Sim, as temperaturas globais está subindo.

    Use the plural form 'estão' because 'temperaturas' is plural.

  • Sim, as temperaturas globais estão subindo.

    While correct, many learners prefer 'aumentando' for 'rising' in a statistical sense.

  • Sim, temperaturas globais estão subindo.

    Do not omit the article; it is required before 'temperaturas'.

↔Alternatives

  • Sim, as temperaturas do planeta estão aumentando.

    Yes, the planet's temperatures are increasing.

  • Com certeza, as temperaturas globais sobem cada vez mais.

    Certainly, global temperatures are climbing more and more.

  • É verdade, as temperaturas globais estão em alta.

    It's true, global temperatures are high.

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Cultural Tip

In Brazil, climate‑change discussions often reference the Amazon rainforest and extreme weather events. While the phrase is neutral, using 'sim' at the start adds a friendly, conversational tone. In formal reports, you might drop 'sim' and say 'As temperaturas globais estão subindo.'