O vento é forte.

The wind is strong.

Breakdown of O vento é forte.

• ser: to be
• forte: strong
• o vento: the wind

Questions & Answers about O vento é forte.

What is the function of the article O in the sentence?

The article O is a definite article equivalent to "the" in English. It also indicates that vento is a masculine noun, so it helps you know the gender of the noun.

What does the verb é represent here?

É is the third-person singular form of the verb ser, which means "to be". In this sentence, it translates to "is" in English.

Does the adjective forte change form depending on gender or number?

No, forte is one of the adjectives in Portuguese that remains the same regardless of gender or number. Whether you describe a masculine or feminine noun, forte stays unchanged.

Why does the adjective forte come after the verb in this sentence?

In Portuguese, especially when using the verb ser, adjectives that describe inherent qualities (like strength in the case of the wind) typically follow the verb. This word order (subject–verb–adjective) is quite common and similar to English.

How does the sentence structure in Portuguese compare to English?