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"Noon" in Portuguese: meio-dia
o meio-dia
Noon in Portuguese is o meio-dia. Say ao meio-dia for at noon. Lunch plans often orbit meio-dia in Brazil.
Meeting time
A reunião começa ao meio-dia em ponto.Speak with an AI partner · 7 days free
How to pronounce meio-dia
Say it
MAY-oo-JEE-ah
/mej.ˈo-.dʒia/
MAY-oo-JEE-ah. Soft d like gee in some accents.
"Noon" in Portuguese: quick reference
| Portuguese | English | When to use |
|---|---|---|
| o meio-dia | noon / midday Clock time. | Clock time. |
| ao meio-dia | at noon Schedule phrase. | Schedule phrase. |
| perto do meio-dia | around noon Approximate plans. | Approximate plans. |
| depois do meio-dia | after noon / afternoon start Timing. | Timing. |
How to use meio-dia in real life
- 1Meeting time
A reunião começa ao meio-dia em ponto.
The meeting starts at noon sharp.
Ao meio-dia em ponto = noon sharp.
- 2Hunger
Já é meio-dia e eu ainda não almocei.
It's already noon and I still haven't had lunch.
Meio-dia as a time check.
- 3Bus schedule
O ônibus do meio-dia está atrasado.
The noon bus is late.
Do meio-dia modifies the bus.
Mistakes English speakers make with meio-dia
Incorrect: A meio-dia.
Correct: O meio-dia. / Ao meio-dia.
Meio-dia is masculine.
Incorrect: Te vejo no noon.
Correct: Te vejo ao meio-dia.
Use meio-dia.
Good to know
Brazilian lunch can stretch past meio-dia, especially on Sundays. Still, ao meio-dia is the clear clock phrase for appointments.
Try it in a ChatPal conversation
Scheduling a lunch meetup
ChatPal
Podemos nos ver ao meio-dia no café?
Can we meet at noon at the café?
You
Ao meio-dia é perfeito para mim.
Noon is perfect for me.
ChatPal
Se atrasar, me avisa antes do meio-dia.
If you're late, tell me before noon.
You
Combinado. Até o meio-dia!
Deal. See you at noon!
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FAQ
Common questions about "Noon" in Portuguese
Noon?
O meio-dia.
At noon?
Ao meio-dia.
Around noon?
Perto do meio-dia.
Gender?
Masculine: o meio-dia.
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