Portuguese Connected Speech for Enhanced Pronunciation and Listening Comprehension
It is often challenging to keep up with Portuguese native speakers, even for advanced learners. This is probably not because you don’t know the words they’re saying,…
Portuguese Digraphs
Digraphs are two letters coming together to represent a single sound. Today, we’ll explore seven digraphs common in Portuguese and the sounds they produce. Related Video Lessons…
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…
Letter X in Portuguese – How to Pronounce It
Regarding pronunciation, the letter X is quite challenging for those learning Portuguese. Here is why: In Portuguese, the letter X stands for four different language sounds, namely,…
Here’s Why Portuguese Sounds like Russian
I often hear people saying that Portuguese sounds like Russian! What is so striking about that comment is that Portuguese and Russian are relatively distant languages –…
This Is Why Portuguese Sounds Slavic
Being a Romance language, why does Portuguese – in specific European Portuguese – sound so Slavic?! Despite being geographically distant and belonging to different language families, Portuguese…
Neglecting Pronunciation Is Your Big Mistake
Pronunciation is key to learning a new language. Getting a good grasp of your target language sound system is indeed crucial. And yet, I often see language…
The Portuguese Alphabet
What the Portuguese alphabet looks and sounds like is one of the first things you want to dive into as you start learning the language. The Portuguese…
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…
Portuguese Songs for Language Learners (with lyrics)
With its rich cultural heritage and vibrant music scene, Portugal offers a treasure trove of songs for language learners. And guess what! Learning Portuguese becomes even more…
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…
How to Pronounce the Letter S in Portuguese
Let’s learn how to pronounce the letter S in Portuguese, or I should say European Portuguese to be more precise. As you may know, one letter can…
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…
Portuguese Tongue Twisters to Improve Your Pronunciation Skills
Portuguese tongue twisters are a great way to work on your tongue’s muscle memory and improve your pronunciation skills. Put another way, tongue twisters help you overcome…
Portuguese vs. Spanish: How Similar Are They Actually?
Portuguese and Spanish are Romance languages that share a common root: they both stem from Vulgar Latin. But how similar are they? Portuguese and Spanish are different…
Portuguese Word Stress and Accent Marks
If you care about Portuguese pronunciation and want to get good at it, you’ll need to come to grips with its word stress patterns. That’s it. Here’s…
Master European Portuguese Pronunciation: Essential Guide for Beginners and Beyond
I often hear people say that Portuguese sounds different from other Romance languages. And that’s because it’s true! So, what is so special about European Portuguese pronunciation?…