How to say “Did anyone turn this in?” in Portuguese

Introduction

Knowing how to ask Did anyone turn this in? in Brazilian Portuguese is useful in classrooms, offices, and many everyday situations. This article explains natural ways to say that question, related vocabulary, short dialogues, polite responses, and common mistakes for complete beginners. By the end you will be able to ask and answer this question clearly and confidently.

Basic translations and when to use them

The simple, direct translation for Did anyone turn this in? in Brazilian Portuguese is Alguém entregou isto? This works in many contexts: handing in homework, submitting a form, or returning an item. For a more natural spoken version you might say Alguém entregou isso? The difference between isto and isso is small at beginner level: use isso when the object is near the listener or already mentioned, and isto when pointing to something close to you.

Other common ways to ask the same question

Formal or polite: Alguém já entregou isto? Adding já means already, so the tone asks if the action has been completed before now.

Informal: Alguém entregou? This short version is common among classmates or coworkers when the object is understood from context.

Specific item: Alguém entregou a tarefa? Use this when referring to a particular submission, like homework. Replace a tarefa with o formulário, o documento, a prova, etc.

In a group chat or message: Alguém já mandou? Mandar can mean to send or submit electronic work; use this for online submissions.

Key vocabulary explained

Alguém — someone, anyone. Used to ask if any person performed an action.

Entregar — to hand in, to deliver, to submit. The past participle is entregue, and simple past for third person is entregou.

Já — already. Adds the meaning of before now.

Isto / Isso — this / that. Both refer to objects; use isto near the speaker and isso near the listener or for previously mentioned things.

Tarefa — assignment, homework. Common when asking about school work.

Mandar — to send. Often used for sending files, emails, or online submissions.

Simple example sentences for beginners

Alguém entregou isso? — Did anyone turn this in?

Alguém já entregou a prova? — Has anyone already submitted the test?

Alguém entregou o formulário na recepção? — Did anyone turn the form in at reception?

Alguém já mandou o trabalho por e-mail? — Has anyone already sent the paper by email?

Alguém trouxe isso de volta? — Did anyone bring this back? Useful when returning borrowed items.

Short dialogues: classroom and office

Classroom, teacher asks

Professor: Alguém entregou isso?
Aluno A: Não, professora. Eu não entreguei.
Aluno B: Eu entreguei agora de manhã.

Teacher: Did anyone turn this in?
Student A: No, teacher. I didn’t turn it in.
Student B: I turned it in this morning.

Office, coworker asks at the printer

Colega 1: Alguém já entregou o relatório?
Colega 2: Acho que a Carla entregou ontem.
Colega 1: Ok, vou perguntar para ela.

Colleague 1: Has anyone already submitted the report?
Colleague 2: I think Carla submitted it yesterday.
Colleague 1: Ok, I’ll ask her.

Polite variations and tone

When you want to be polite or indirect, add por favor or use a conditional tone. For example:

Você sabe se alguém já entregou isso, por favor? — Do you know if anyone has already turned this in, please?

Desculpe, alguém entregou isto? — Excuse me, did anyone turn this in? Use desculpe for gentle interruption.

These forms are useful with teachers, supervisors, or people you do not know well.

Common replies and how to respond

Yes, someone did

Sim, a Maria entregou ontem. — Yes, Maria turned it in yesterday.

No, not yet

Não, ainda não. — No, not yet.

I turned it in

Eu entreguei. — I turned it in.

I will turn it in

Eu vou entregar hoje à tarde. — I will turn it in this afternoon.

I sent it by email

Eu já mandei por e-mail. — I already sent it by email.

Practical contexts and example scenarios

School homework: If you are in a classroom and see a pile of assignments, ask Alguém entregou isso? If your teacher asks the class whether work was submitted, you can reply with Não, ainda não entreguei.

Office paperwork: At reception or HR, use Alguém entregou o formulário? If you need confirmation that someone delivered a document, ask a colleague Você sabe se alguém entregou?

Online submissions: For digital platforms, prefer Alguém já mandou o arquivo? or Alguém já enviou? These sound natural when talking about uploads or emails.

Short messaging examples

In a WhatsApp group

Aluno: Alguém já mandou a tarefa?
Amiga: Eu mandei ontem à noite.

Student: Has anyone already sent the homework?
Friend: I sent it last night.

In a workplace chat

Você: Alguém entregou o contrato?
Chefe: Ainda não. Pode verificar com a recepção?

You: Did anyone turn in the contract?
Boss: Not yet. Can you check with reception?

Beginner tips for pronunciation and usage

Pronunciation basics: Al-guém stresses the second syllable: al-GUÉM. Entregou stresses the second syllable: en-tre-GOU. Já is a short word pronounced like jah. Practice slow, clear syllables.

Use context: If the item is already visible, the short form Alguém entregou? is natural. If you need to be clear about what was submitted, name the item: Alguém entregou o formulário?

Politeness: Add por favor or desculpe when interrupting someone or asking a teacher or manager.

Common beginner mistakes and how to avoid them

Mixing isto and isso: Beginners often use these interchangeably. When in doubt, use isso for most spoken situations — it is safest near the listener or when referring to something already mentioned.

Wrong verb form: Using entregar with wrong conjugation is common. For past single events, use entregou for he/she/it and entregaram for they. Example: Eles entregaram a prova?

Using enviar vs entregar: Enviar focuses on sending (email, message), entregar is physical handing in. Choose mandar or enviar for digital submissions and entregar for in-person submissions.

Useful phrase list for quick reference

Alguém entregou isso? — Did anyone turn this in?

Alguém já entregou? — Has anyone already turned it in?

Alguém entregou a tarefa? — Did anyone turn in the assignment?

Alguém já mandou o arquivo? — Has anyone already sent the file?

Eu entreguei. — I turned it in.

Não, ainda não. — No, not yet.

Mini role-play you can practice

Situation: You are at the teacher’s desk after class

Você: Desculpe, professora, alguém já entregou a atividade?
Professora: Ainda não, posso esperar você entregar agora?
Você: Obrigado, vou entregar já.

You: Excuse me, teacher, has anyone already turned in the activity?
Teacher: Not yet, can I wait for you to hand it in now?
You: Thank you, I’ll hand it in now.

Answering follow-up questions

If someone asks when you turned it in, use a time phrase: Entreguei hoje de manhã. For yesterday: Entreguei ontem. If you need to explain how: Eu mandei por e-mail às 10h.

Useful apps and tools for quick checks

Beginner learners can use translation apps to check vocabulary but focus on listening examples from Brazilian content. Look for recordings of native speakers saying phrases like Alguém entregou? to learn rhythm and intonation.

Conclusion

Asking Did anyone turn this in? in Brazilian Portuguese is straightforward with phrases like Alguém entregou isso? and variations using já, mandar, or specific nouns such as a tarefa. Practice short dialogues, listen to native pronunciation, and remember the key differences between entregar and enviar. With these simple phrases you will handle classroom, office, and online submission situations confidently.