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This intensive course is for those who have already a basic foundation in Portuguese and now strive toward the level A2 (the second level on the CEFR scale):
Like the A1 level, the A2 level implies that you can understand and use basic expressions pertaining to your everyday life and immediate environment. However, you can now take it a little further. For instance, you are able to describe your daily routines, work, family and personal interests in some detail. You are also able to talk in simple terms about topics such as shopping or traveling.
This is an all-round course, meaning that you’ll be working on all dimensions of language learning (in reference to the A2 level):
Not sure if you should enroll in the A1 or A2 course?
This intensive course is for you who didn’t reach yet level A1 (the first level on the CEFR scale):
Shortly, the A1 level entails that you can understand and use simple expressions within those basic realms of everyday life. For instance, you should be able to introduce yourself and ask and answer questions about personal details such as where you live or what you do for a living, among others.
This is an all-round course, meaning that you’ll be working on all dimensions of language learning (in reference to the A1 level):
Not sure if you should enroll in the A1 or A2 course?
Explore the intricacies of Portuguese grammar
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