Meaning
Used to ask for the location of something.
Cultural Background
In Brazil, 'Onde fica' is often used with 'o' or 'a' articles. In Portugal, you will often hear 'Onde é que fica' for emphasis.
The Golden Rule
If it's a building, street, or city, use 'fica'. If it's a person or an object, use 'está'.
Meaning
Used to ask for the location of something.
The Golden Rule
If it's a building, street, or city, use 'fica'. If it's a person or an object, use 'está'.
Test Yourself
Fill in the blank with the correct verb.
Onde ___ o museu?
Museums are permanent, so we use 'ficar'.
Which sentence is correct?
A) Onde fica o João? B) Onde fica o banco?
João is a person, so we use 'estar'.
🎉 Score: /2
Visual Learning Aids
Practice Bank
2 exercisesOnde ___ o museu?
Museums are permanent, so we use 'ficar'.
A) Onde fica o João? B) Onde fica o banco?
João is a person, so we use 'estar'.
🎉 Score: /2
Frequently Asked Questions
1 questionsYes, 'Onde é' is also common, but 'Onde fica' is more specific to location.
Related Phrases
Onde está?
contrastWhere is it (temporary)?
Como chego lá?
builds onHow do I get there?
