Meaning
To describe rain falling.
Cultural Background
In Brazil, people often use 'Tá' instead of 'Está' in casual speech. In Portugal, the standard is 'Está a chover'. Rain is often associated with 'cozy' time at home.
Listen for 'Tá'
In Brazil, you will hear 'Tá chovendo' much more than 'Está chovendo'.
Small talk
Weather is the safest topic for small talk in Portuguese.
Meaning
To describe rain falling.
Listen for 'Tá'
In Brazil, you will hear 'Tá chovendo' much more than 'Está chovendo'.
Small talk
Weather is the safest topic for small talk in Portuguese.
Test Yourself
Choose the correct verb.
Agora, _________ muito.
We use the continuous form for the current moment.
Fill in the blank.
Não esqueça o guarda-chuva, _________.
The context implies current rain.
Identify the error.
Qual é a frase errada?
'Ser' is not used for temporary weather states.
Complete the dialogue.
A: Vamos sair? B: Não, _________.
The most natural response to a current request.
🎉 Score: /4
Visual Learning Aids
Practice Bank
4 exercisesAgora, _________ muito.
We use the continuous form for the current moment.
Não esqueça o guarda-chuva, _________.
The context implies current rain.
Qual é a frase errada?
'Ser' is not used for temporary weather states.
A: Vamos sair? B: Não, _________.
The most natural response to a current request.
🎉 Score: /4
Frequently Asked Questions
3 questionsNo, for snow use 'Está nevando'.
It is neutral and works everywhere.
Because it is an ongoing action.
Related Phrases
Vai chover
similarIt is going to rain
Choveu muito
similarIt rained a lot
