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Questions & Answers about Eu organizo a festa.
What is the literal translation of “Eu organizo a festa.” into English?
It literally translates to “I organize the party.” This means that the speaker is in charge of planning or arranging the party.
Why is the subject pronoun “Eu” included even though the verb ending already indicates the speaker?
In Portuguese, the verb conjugation inherently shows which person is acting, so subject pronouns like “Eu” are often omitted. However, they can be used for clarity or emphasis. In this sentence, including “Eu” adds a clear emphasis on who is organizing the party.
How is the verb “organizar” conjugated in this sentence?
“Organizar” is a regular –ar verb. For the first person singular in the present tense, you drop the –ar and add –o, resulting in “organizo.” This ending clearly indicates that the speaker is referring to themselves.
What role does the definite article “a” play in the sentence?
The article “a” is the feminine singular definite article in Portuguese. It is used before the noun “festa” (party) to specify that you are talking about a particular party. This matches the gender of “festa,” which is a feminine noun.
Is the sentence structure “subject + verb + object” typical in Portuguese, and how does it compare to English?
Yes, the structure “Eu organizo a festa” follows the typical Subject-Verb-Object pattern found in both Portuguese and English. This similar word order makes it easier for English speakers to understand and learn basic sentence construction in Portuguese.