No que concerne à evidências

It literally translates to 'In that which concerns to...' It is a roundabout way of pointing at a subject, which is a very common feature of formal Romance languages that enjoy more complex sentence structures than English.

Yes, you can say 'No que concerne à evidência.' In Portuguese, 'evidência' is often singular when referring to one specific piece of proof, but the plural 'evidências' is very common when talking about the concept of evidence in general.

Absolutely, it is very common in European Portuguese legal and academic writing. While Brazilians use it just as much, the overall register of speech in Portugal tends to be slightly more formal anyway, making it a staple there.

It is exactly the same as 'In regard to' or 'As far as ... is concerned.' Both phrases in both languages are designed to elevate the tone of the conversation and provide a structured way to introduce a specific topic.

No, this is almost exclusively an introductory phrase. It acts like a signpost at the start of a thought. Putting it at the end of a sentence would be grammatically incorrect and very confusing for a native speaker.

The most common mistake is omitting the preposition 'a'. Many learners say 'No que concerne o problema,' but you must say 'No que concerne ao problema.' Without that 'a' (or its combinations), the sentence simply doesn't work.

No, it is designed to be followed by a noun or a noun phrase. If you want to use a verb, you would need to nominalize it. For example, instead of 'No que concerne a correr,' you would say 'No que concerne à corrida.'

It’s not better; it’s just different. 'Sobre' is like wearing a t-shirt—comfortable and works almost anywhere. 'No que concerne' is like a suit—you only wear it when the occasion demands a higher level of respect and formality.

'Provas' is the more traditional Portuguese word for evidence, especially in law. 'Evidências' has become more popular due to the influence of English (evidence) and scientific discourse, but both are acceptable in formal writing today.

In Brazil, it’s a clear 'ah-is' or 'ah-sh' depending on the region. The crase doesn't change the sound much, but it indicates that the 'a' is slightly more open. Just focus on a clear, long 'A' sound followed by the 's'.

The informal version would just be 'Sobre' or 'Falar de.' If you want something in the middle, 'Quanto a' is a great choice. It’s less stiff but still sounds intelligent and organized for everyday professional use.

Yes, it is a very powerful tool in a debate. It allows you to ignore an opponent's emotional point and bring the focus back to the 'evidências' (facts), which usually makes your argument sound much more logical and harder to attack.

Rarely. It is too 'dry' and analytical for most artistic expressions. However, if a song is about a court case or a very intellectual subject, it might appear. You’re more likely to see it in a newspaper than on a Spotify playlist.

The 'que' is a relative pronoun. In this structure, it connects the 'no' (in that) to the verb 'concerne' (concerns). Without it, the phrase loses its grammatical glue. Think of it as 'The thing THAT concerns...'

Not really, but it's tricky. In English, 'evidence' is uncountable. In Portuguese, you can have 'uma evidência' or 'várias evidências.' Using the plural is one of the ways Portuguese speakers emphasize a large amount of proof.

Yes, but it sounds very detached. 'No que concerne ao João...' sounds like you are discussing João as a project or a case file. If you are just talking about your friend, please don't use this phrase—it’s too cold.

Yes, B2 is the perfect time to learn this. At this level, you are expected to handle more than just 'surviving' conversations. You need to be able to write formal emails and participate in structured arguments, where this phrase is essential.

Yes, usually a comma follows the entire phrase before the main part of the sentence. For example: 'No que concerne às evidências, não há nada a declarar.' This pause helps the listener process the topic before the conclusion.

That would be a plural article with a singular noun, which is another common grammar error. Ensure your articles and nouns match in number—either both singular (à evidência) or both plural (às evidências).