How do you say "Is any band playing" in Portuguese?

"Is any band playing" in Portuguese is "Toca alguma banda". This phrase is commonly used in Portugal.

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How to Say ‘Is any band playing’ in Portuguese

Q: What does "Toca alguma banda" mean in English?

"Toca alguma banda" means "Is any band playing" in English. Usage tip: With [alguma], Portuguese often uses a singular noun even when English would say [any band]. You can reuse the pattern: [Tens algum plano?] = [Do you have any plans?].

Toca alguma banda

to-kah ahl-goo-mah bahn-dah

[to-kah ahl-goo-mah bahn-dah]

💬 Usage Tip: With [alguma], Portuguese often uses a singular noun even when English would say [any band]. You can reuse the pattern: [Tens algum plano?] = [Do you have any plans?].

Phrase Breakdown

Toca

[to-kah]

plays

A verb used to describe the action of performing music or an instrument.

Example

O músico toca violão todas as noites.

The musician plays the guitar every night.

Alguma banda

ahl-goo-mah bahn-dah

Words in this phrase

alguma

[ahl-goo-mah]

some

A word used to indicate an unspecified quantity or number, often implying a small amount.

Example

Vamos para alguma mesa tranquila.

Let's move to some quiet table.

banda

[bahn-dah]

band

A group of musicians who play music together, typically performing live or recording.

Example

Ele está interessado se toca alguma banda famosa aqui.

He is interested to know if any famous band plays here.

Guides for Portuguese learners

The Portuguese You Actually Need in Your First Month in PortugalThe European Portuguese phrases for your first weeks in Portugal: paperwork, renting a flat, the bank, the health centre, cafés, trains and your new neighbours.

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