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Why is the contraction à used in à aula, and what does it represent?
The contraction à is formed by combining the preposition a (meaning to) with the feminine definite article a (meaning the). Since aula is a feminine noun, you need to contract a + a into à.
What is the form and function of vou in this sentence?
Vou is the first person singular present tense of the verb ir (to go). It indicates that the subject (expressed by Eu) is going or is in the process of going, much like saying “I go” or “I'm going” in English.
Is the subject pronoun Eu necessary in this sentence?
No, the subject pronoun Eu is not strictly necessary. In Portuguese, the verb conjugation already indicates the subject, so learners can omit Eu for a more natural expression; it is often included only for emphasis or clarity.
What is the role of hoje in this sentence and can its position vary?
Hoje is an adverb meaning today that specifies the time when the action occurs. Although it is placed at the end in this sentence, Portuguese word order is flexible, and adverbs like hoje can sometimes appear in other positions for emphasis.
What would be the equivalent contraction if the noun were masculine instead of feminine?
If the noun were masculine, you would use the contraction ao, which is formed by combining a (to) with the masculine article o (the). For example, “Eu vou ao mercado” means “I am going to the market.”
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