How to Say "What time is it?" in Portuguese
The most natural way to say "What time is it?" in Portuguese is Que horas são?. Tap the speaker above to hear it, then say it back out loud. That is the fastest way to make it stick.
Other ways to say it
When to use it
You can use this phrase when you want to know the time. It is appropriate in both formal and informal situations. Just approach someone politely if you need to ask.
Say it out loud, get corrected
Reading it is not the same as saying it. Practice "What time is it?" and thousands more with an AI coach that listens.
Examples in Portuguese
| Portuguese | English |
|---|---|
| Desculpe, você pode me dizer que horas são? | Excuse me, can you tell me what time it is? |
The fastest way to remember it
Vocabulary you only read fades fast. Vocabulary you say out loud sticks. Hear Que horas são?, repeat it a few times, then use it in a real sentence. SPAIKING lets you practice exactly that, speaking Portuguese with a coach that corrects your pronunciation in real time. You can start with two free conversations.
Frequently asked questions
Is it correct to say 'Que horas é?'?
It's less common and can sound incorrect in some regions; 'Que horas são?' is preferred.
Learn Portuguese by speaking it
Two free conversations. No card needed.