Learn Portuguese Quickly and with Joy
Are you eager to embark on an exciting journey to learn Portuguese? Whether you’re planning a trip to Brazil, Portugal, or any other Portuguese-speaking country, or simply…
Falar vs. Dizer vs. Contar in Portuguese
Portuguese language learners often wonder about the difference between the verbs Falar, Dizer, and Contar. While they can sometimes be used interchangeably, certain contexts will call for…
Portuguese Yes-or-No Questions
In Portuguese specifically, yes-or-no questions look the same as declarative sentences, that is, the word order is kept unchanged. A few examples: DeclarativeTu estás no Porto. You are…
Portuguese-English Cognates: Boost Your Portuguese Vocab Overnight
Here you are, learning a new language and probably assuming you are starting from ground zero. What if that’s not the case at all? What if you…
Two Worlds, One Language: Unveiling the Differences Between European and Brazilian Portuguese
You are probably aware that there are two well-established standards of Portuguese – the European and the Brazilian. Most language learners, though, don’t know much about their…
Essential Soccer Terminology in Portuguese
Soccer, Futebol in Portuguese, transcends language barriers. But learning some terminology related to soccer won’t hurt. Whether you’re cheering on your favorite Portuguese team or enjoying a…
Portuguese Question Words
Intrepid language learners start using Portuguese nearly from day one. I love the attitude and hope you are one of them. Besides bravery, to keep conversations going…
Future Tense in Portuguese
In Portuguese, as in English, the Future tense is normally used to refer to actions that haven’t yet taken place. In what follows, I will walk you…
Most Useful Portuguese Phrases for Everyday Conversation
Portuguese is a beautiful and widely spoken language that is also useful for travel, business, and building connections with people from Portuguese-speaking countries. Whether you’re planning a…
Improve Your Portuguese Speaking Skills
Most language learners can understand much more Portuguese than they can speak, which may feel frustrating. Does this resonate with you? See, speaking in Portuguese is way more…
Portuguese Grammar Compared to English
As you start your Portuguese learning journey, you might wonder about how different Portuguese grammar is from its English counterpart. Portuguese and English grammars are fairly relatable…
Personal Infinitive in Portuguese (Infinitivo Pessoal)
The Personal Infinitive (Infinitivo Pessoal) is unique to Portuguese and commonplace. There’s no parallel in other languages and learners of Portuguese often struggle to wrap their heads…
Movies for European Portuguese Language Learners
Embarking on the journey of learning European Portuguese can be both challenging and exciting. One effective way to enhance your Portuguese skills is by immersing yourself in…
Portugal’s Dialects
Portugal, a land steeped in history and cultural richness, boasts a linguistic tapestry as diverse as its landscapes. Let’s explore the charming quirks and phonetic particularities of its…
Top 10 Apps to Learn Portuguese
Learning a new language is often an exciting and rewarding experience. If you are starting to learn Portuguese, you’re in for a treat. Whether you’re planning travel…
Unveiling the Sounds of Portugal and Brazil: A Pronunciation Guide
Ever wondered why Brazilian Portuguese sounds like a lively samba, while European Portuguese feels more like a classic fado? Portuguese spoken in Brazil sounds more open and…
Portuguese Perfect vs. Imperfect Tense: Know When to Use Either
The Portuguese Perfect and Imperfect past tenses (aka Pretérito Perfeito and Pretérito Imperfeito in Portuguese) are often a headache for language learners whose native tongue doesn’t make…
Portuguese Prepositions and Contractions
In general, prepositions have an infamous reputation among language learners. Judging by all the whining and moaning I’ve heard from students throughout the years, Portuguese prepositions are…