A2 adjective 3 دقیقه مطالعه

de metal

When you want to describe something that is made of metal in Portuguese, you use the phrase de metal.

It’s important to remember that de metal is always used as a phrase, similar to saying "of metal" in English, rather than a single adjective that changes its ending.

For example, if you have a metal spoon, you would say uma colher de metal. If you have metal chairs, it would be cadeiras de metal.

Notice how metal doesn't change, just like "metal" in English.

When something is made de metal, it means it's constructed from metal.

This phrase is useful for describing objects around you.

For example, a chair can be de metal, or a door handle.

It's a straightforward way to talk about materials in Portuguese.

§ Common Mistakes with 'de metal'

When you're learning Portuguese, particularly at an A2 level, understanding how to correctly describe materials is important. The phrase "de metal" means "made of metal." While it seems straightforward, there are a few common pitfalls that English speakers often fall into. Let's break them down so you can avoid them.

§ Mistake 1: Not Using 'de'

One of the most frequent errors is forgetting to include the preposition 'de'. In English, you might say "a metal spoon." In Portuguese, you can't just say "uma colher metal." You need the 'de' to indicate the material something is made from.

Incorrect
Uma colher metal.
Correct
Uma colher de metal.

Ele comprou uma mesa de metal para o jardim. (He bought a table made of metal for the garden.)

§ Mistake 2: Gender Agreement (or lack thereof)

The good news is that "de metal" doesn't change for gender or number. This is unlike many other adjectives in Portuguese. You might be tempted to try and make "metal" agree with the noun it describes, but don't! "De metal" stays the same.

Incorrect
Portas de metais. (Trying to make 'metal' plural)
Correct
Portas de metal.

As cadeiras de metal são muito pesadas. (The chairs made of metal are very heavy.)

§ Mistake 3: Confusing 'de metal' with specific types of metal

While "de metal" is a general term for something made of metal, sometimes learners try to use it when a more specific metal is intended. For instance, if something is specifically made of gold, you'd say "de ouro" (of gold), not "de metal." While gold is a metal, you wouldn't typically say "a metal ring" if it's a "gold ring."

  • Use "de metal" for general metal objects.
  • Use "de ouro" for gold objects.
  • Use "de prata" for silver objects.
  • Use "de ferro" for iron objects.

Ela usa um anel de ouro, não de metal qualquer. (She wears a ring of gold, not just any metal.)

§ Mistake 4: Placement of 'de metal'

In Portuguese, adjectives (or adjective phrases like "de metal") generally come after the noun they describe. Sometimes English speakers might try to put it before the noun, mimicking English word order.

Incorrect
O metal portão está fechado. (Attempting a direct translation of "the metal gate")
Correct
O portão de metal está fechado.

Eles consertaram a cerca de metal. (They fixed the fence made of metal.)

By being mindful of these common mistakes, you'll use "de metal" much more accurately and naturally. Practice these patterns, and you'll soon find yourself describing objects made of metal like a pro!

چقدر رسمی است؟

رسمی

"O novo portão é metálico e muito resistente. (The new gate is metallic and very resistant.)"

خنثی

"A mesa é de metal. (The table is made of metal.)"

غیر رسمی

"A gente comprou uma cadeira de metal nova. (We bought a new metal chair.)"

Child friendly

"Olha o robô, ele é todo de metal! (Look at the robot, it's all made of metal!)"

عامیانه

"Essa grade é de ferro. (This railing is made of iron.)"

راهنمای تلفظ

UK /dɪ mɛˈtal/
US /dʒi mɛˈtal/
The stress in "metal" falls on the second syllable: me-TAL.
خطاهای رایج
  • Confusing 'de' with 'do/da': 'de' is used before a noun to indicate material.
  • Mispronouncing the 'e' in 'de' as a long 'ee' sound; it's a short, almost unstressed sound.

سطح دشواری

خواندن 1/5

Short and common words.

نوشتن 1/5

Straightforward spelling.

صحبت کردن 1/5

Easy to pronounce.

گوش دادن 1/5

Clear and distinct sounds.

بعداً چه یاد بگیریم؟

پیش‌نیازها

de metal a o é são um uma

بعداً یاد بگیرید

de plástico de madeira de vidro

پیشرفته

ferro aço cobre prata ouro

مثال‌ها بر اساس سطح

1

A mesa de centro da sala é de metal, o que a torna bastante durável.

The living room coffee table is made of metal, which makes it quite durable.

Here 'de metal' functions as an adjective modifying 'mesa'.

2

Comprei uma nova luminária de metal para o meu escritório, ela tem um design moderno.

I bought a new metal lamp for my office, it has a modern design.

'De metal' describes the material of the 'luminária'.

3

As cadeiras do jardim são de metal e podem ficar expostas à chuva sem enferrujar.

The garden chairs are made of metal and can be exposed to rain without rusting.

Used with 'são' (from 'ser') to describe the material of the chairs.

4

O portão da casa é de metal, proporcionando mais segurança.

The house gate is made of metal, providing more security.

Again, 'de metal' describes the material of 'portão'.

5

Este utensílio de cozinha é de metal e aguenta altas temperaturas.

This kitchen utensil is made of metal and withstands high temperatures.

Refers to the material composition of the 'utensílio'.

6

As prateleiras da garagem são de metal, ideais para guardar ferramentas pesadas.

The garage shelves are made of metal, ideal for storing heavy tools.

'De metal' modifies 'prateleiras'.

7

Ele encontrou uma caixa de metal antiga no sótão, cheia de cartas velhas.

He found an old metal box in the attic, full of old letters.

Here 'de metal' describes the type of 'caixa'.

8

A estrutura da cama é de metal, o que a torna muito estável.

The bed frame is made of metal, which makes it very stable.

Describes the material of the 'estrutura'.

الگوهای دستوری

Use 'de metal' after the noun it describes. It is invariable, meaning it doesn't change for gender or number. Often used with verbs like 'ser' (to be) or 'ter' (to have). Can be used as a descriptive adjective to specify the material. Functions similarly to an adjective in English like 'metal' (e.g., 'metal chair'). Can be part of a prepositional phrase indicating material.

الگوهای جمله‌سازی

A1

Substantivo + de metal

A mesa é de metal. (The table is of metal.)

A1

Objeto + é + de metal

O portão é de metal. (The gate is of metal.)

A2

Artigo + substantivo + de metal

Eu quero uma cadeira de metal. (I want a metal chair.)

A2

Ter + um/uma + substantivo + de metal

Nós temos uma estante de metal. (We have a metal shelf.)

B1

Verbo de ligação + substantivo + de metal

A escultura parece ser de metal. (The sculpture seems to be made of metal.)

B1

Construir + algo + de metal

Eles construíram uma ponte de metal. (They built a metal bridge.)

B2

Usar + objeto + de metal + para + verbo no infinitivo

Eu usei um alicate de metal para cortar o fio. (I used metal pliers to cut the wire.)

B2

Comparar + algo + com + algo + de metal

A superfície é tão fria quanto uma peça de metal. (The surface is as cold as a piece of metal.)

خودت رو بسنج 48 سوال

multiple choice A1

Qual destas frases usa 'de metal' corretamente?

درسته! نه دقیقاً. پاسخ صحیح: A porta é de metal.

'De metal' descreve o material de que a porta é feita.

multiple choice A1

Se um objeto é 'de metal', o que isso significa?

درسته! نه دقیقاً. پاسخ صحیح: É feito de metal.

'De metal' indica o material de composição.

multiple choice A1

Qual palavra descreve um objeto feito de metal?

درسته! نه دقیقاً. پاسخ صحیح: De metal

'De metal' é o adjetivo que usamos para descrever algo feito desse material.

true false A1

Uma colher de metal é feita de madeira.

درسته! نه دقیقاً. پاسخ صحیح: نادرست

Uma colher 'de metal' é feita de metal, não de madeira.

true false A1

A expressão 'de metal' descreve o material de um objeto.

درسته! نه دقیقاً. پاسخ صحیح: درست

Sim, 'de metal' é usado para indicar que algo é feito de metal.

true false A1

Um carro 'de metal' é um carro feito de metal.

درسته! نه دقیقاً. پاسخ صحیح: درست

Correto, 'de metal' descreve o material de que o carro é feito.

listening A1

The table is made of metal.

درسته! نه دقیقاً. پاسخ صحیح: A mesa é de metal.
درسته! نه دقیقاً. پاسخ صحیح:
listening A1

I have a metal box.

درسته! نه دقیقاً. پاسخ صحیح: Eu tenho uma caixa de metal.
درسته! نه دقیقاً. پاسخ صحیح:
listening A1

The spoon is metal.

درسته! نه دقیقاً. پاسخ صحیح: A colher é de metal.
درسته! نه دقیقاً. پاسخ صحیح:
speaking A1

این را بلند بخوانید:

O carro é de metal?

تمرکز: de metal

درسته! نه دقیقاً. پاسخ صحیح:
speaking A1

این را بلند بخوانید:

Este relógio é de metal.

تمرکز: metal

درسته! نه دقیقاً. پاسخ صحیح:
speaking A1

این را بلند بخوانید:

A cadeira não é de metal.

تمرکز: não é de metal

درسته! نه دقیقاً. پاسخ صحیح:
multiple choice A2

Choose the best translation for 'made of metal'.

درسته! نه دقیقاً. پاسخ صحیح: de metal

In Portuguese, 'de metal' directly translates to 'of metal' or 'made of metal'.

multiple choice A2

Qual é a panela ___?

درسته! نه دقیقاً. پاسخ صحیح: de metal

The question asks 'Which is the pan made of ___?'. 'de metal' (made of metal) is the most appropriate material for a pan.

multiple choice A2

Esta mesa não é de plástico, é ___.

درسته! نه دقیقاً. پاسخ صحیح: de metal

The sentence states the table is not plastic, implying it's made of another material. 'de metal' (made of metal) is a common material for tables.

true false A2

A chave é geralmente de metal.

درسته! نه دقیقاً. پاسخ صحیح: درست

Keys are typically made of metal.

true false A2

Um copo de água é sempre de metal.

درسته! نه دقیقاً. پاسخ صحیح: نادرست

While some cups can be metal, many are made of glass, plastic, or ceramic, so it's not 'always' metal.

true false A2

Para dizer que algo é feito de metal, usamos a expressão 'de metal'.

درسته! نه دقیقاً. پاسخ صحیح: درست

The expression 'de metal' is used to indicate that something is made of metal.

sentence order A2

کلمات زیر رو بزن تا جمله رو بسازی
درسته! نه دقیقاً. پاسخ صحیح: A mesa é de metal.

This sentence means 'The table is made of metal.'

sentence order A2

کلمات زیر رو بزن تا جمله رو بسازی
درسته! نه دقیقاً. پاسخ صحیح: Eu comprei um cadeado de metal.

This sentence means 'I bought a metal padlock.'

sentence order A2

کلمات زیر رو بزن تا جمله رو بسازی
درسته! نه دقیقاً. پاسخ صحیح: As chaves são de metal.

This sentence means 'The keys are made of metal.'

sentence order B1

کلمات زیر رو بزن تا جمله رو بسازی
درسته! نه دقیقاً. پاسخ صحیح: A estrutura da ponte é feita de metal resistente.

This sentence describes the material of a bridge structure. 'De metal' follows 'feita' (made) to specify the material.

sentence order B1

کلمات زیر رو بزن تا جمله رو بسازی
درسته! نه دقیقاً. پاسخ صحیح: Ele encontrou uma caixa antiga de metal no sótão.

The phrase 'de metal' here specifies the type of box found. It modifies 'caixa' (box).

sentence order B1

کلمات زیر رو بزن تا جمله رو بسازی
درسته! نه دقیقاً. پاسخ صحیح: Os novos bancos no parque são todos de metal pintado.

Here, 'de metal' describes the material of the benches. 'Pintado' (painted) further describes the metal.

multiple choice B2

O portão ___ estava enferrujado devido à chuva constante.

درسته! نه دقیقاً. پاسخ صحیح: de metal

The sentence indicates the gate was rusty from constant rain, implying it's made of metal. 'De metal' means 'made of metal'.

multiple choice B2

Qual opção completa a frase: 'Ela comprou um anel muito bonito ___.'

درسته! نه دقیقاً. پاسخ صحیح: de metal

While 'de ouro' and 'de prata' are types of metal, 'de metal' is a general and correct answer to describe a ring made of metal without specifying the type.

multiple choice B2

A escada ___ era muito resistente e suportava bastante peso.

درسته! نه دقیقاً. پاسخ صحیح: de metal

A ladder made of metal ('de metal') is typically very resistant and can support a lot of weight, fitting the context.

true false B2

Uma colher de metal é geralmente usada para comer sopa.

درسته! نه دقیقاً. پاسخ صحیح: درست

Yes, spoons are commonly made of metal and used for eating soup.

true false B2

Um prédio de metal é sempre mais frágil que um de madeira.

درسته! نه دقیقاً. پاسخ صحیح: نادرست

Generally, metal buildings are known for their strength and durability, often exceeding those made of wood.

true false B2

É comum encontrar carros feitos de metal.

درسته! نه دقیقاً. پاسخ صحیح: درست

Most car bodies are primarily made of metal for safety and durability.

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A porta ___ era tão pesada que exigia esforço considerável para ser aberta, um testemunho da durabilidade e robustez de sua construção.

درسته! نه دقیقاً. پاسخ صحیح: de metal

The context implies a heavy, durable door, which aligns with 'de metal' (made of metal).

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Após a tempestade, o telhado foi danificado, mas as telhas ___ resistiram bravamente, protegendo o interior da casa.

درسته! نه دقیقاً. پاسخ صحیح: de metal

Metal tiles are known for their resilience, fitting the description of resisting a storm.

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A escada ___, enferrujada pelo tempo e pela exposição à umidade, representava um perigo, exigindo reparos urgentes antes que alguém se machucasse.

درسته! نه دقیقاً. پاسخ صحیح: de metal

Metal is prone to rusting, making 'de metal' the most appropriate choice for a rusted ladder.

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Os ornamentos ___ na fachada do prédio antigo davam um toque de elegância e sofisticação, refletindo a arquitetura da época.

درسته! نه دقیقاً. پاسخ صحیح: de metal

Metal ornaments are commonly used for decorative architectural features, especially in older buildings.

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A estrutura ___ da ponte, apesar de centenária, mantinha-se firme e segura, suportando o tráfego intenso sem sinais de fraqueza.

درسته! نه دقیقاً. پاسخ صحیح: de metal

Metal structures are known for their strength and durability, ideal for a centennial bridge supporting heavy traffic.

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As esculturas ___ no parque, embora sujeitas às intempéries, exibiam uma pátina distinta que realçava sua beleza e contava a história de sua existência duradoura.

درسته! نه دقیقاً. پاسخ صحیح: de metal

Metal sculptures can develop a distinctive patina when exposed to weather, adding to their aesthetic appeal.

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A porta da cela, outrora robusta e ___, agora range melancolicamente a cada movimento, um eco sombrio de tempos passados.

درسته! نه دقیقاً. پاسخ صحیح: de metal

The context implies a strong, durable material for a cell door, making 'de metal' the most appropriate choice.

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O arcabouço da velha ponte, apesar de enferrujado, ainda exibia a intrínseca resistência da sua estrutura ___, desafiando a erosão do tempo e das águas impetuosas.

درسته! نه دقیقاً. پاسخ صحیح: de metal

Bridges are typically built with strong materials like metal to withstand environmental forces. 'De metal' fits the description of enduring strength.

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No recanto mais oculto da mina, vislumbrava-se um filão ___, cintilante sob a fraca luz dos capacetes, prometendo riquezas e um futuro próspero para a comunidade.

درسته! نه دقیقاً. پاسخ صحیح: de metal

A 'filão de metal' refers to a vein of ore, a common finding in a mine that implies valuable material.

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A armadura medieval, um testemunho da perícia artesanal da época, era forjada em um intrincado mosaico ___ polido, refletindo a luz como um espelho e garantindo proteção inabalável ao guerreiro.

درسته! نه دقیقاً. پاسخ صحیح: de metal

Medieval armor was traditionally made of metal for protection, making 'de metal' the correct and contextually appropriate option.

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A escultura modernista, composta por intrincadas formas geométricas e linhas fluidas, era surpreendentemente feita de materiais reciclados, incluindo peças ___ e sucata eletrônica.

درسته! نه دقیقاً. پاسخ صحیح: de metal

The context of 'recycled materials' and 'electronic scrap' suggests that 'de metal' (metal pieces) would be a natural component of such a sculpture.

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A cúpula do observatório, imponente e reluzente, girava suavemente sobre sua base, uma maravilha da engenharia ___ que permitia aos astrônomos perscrutar os mistérios do cosmos.

درسته! نه دقیقاً. پاسخ صحیح: de metal

Observatory domes are typically constructed from metal due to its durability, strength, and ability to be precisely engineered for movement.

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