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Portuguese Conjunctions – All You Need to Know

Without conjunctions, we would sound rather clumsy and inarticulate: I like apples. I like pears. I don’t like bananas. No one speaks like that. In avoiding the…

Vocab, Grammar

Saying the Time in Portuguese - Portuguesepedia

Telling the Time in Portuguese

In this post, you will learn the essentials of telling the time in Portuguese, including vocabulary, phrases, and useful tips. Basic Vocabulary for Telling Time in Portuguese…

Pronunciation, In-depth, Other

This Is Why Portuguese Sounds Slavic - Portuguesepedia

Why Does Portuguese Sound Like Russian?

To many ears, European Portuguese sounds surprisingly similar to Russian. This might seem odd, given that Portuguese is a Romance language and Russian is Slavic. So, why…

Grammar

The Verb Ter in Portuguese

In Portuguese, the verb Ter is equivalent to the English verb Have, and it plays a crucial role in expressing possession and forming the Perfect tenses: Tenho…

Tips&tricks

Learning Portuguese How to Overcome Plateaus - Portuguesepedia

How to Overcome Language Learning Plateaus

Are you currently facing a plateau in your Portuguese learning journey? In this short article, I’ll suggest a few tips to help you keep pressing forward toward…

Pronunciation

Portuguese Plurals to Words Ending in -ão - Portuguesepedia

Plural Endings to Portuguese Nouns Ending in -ão

Nouns ending in the nasal diphthong ‘-ão’ are quite common in Portuguese. While one might assume these nouns form their plural by simply adding an ‘s’—resulting in…

Grammar, In-depth

Portuguese Prepositions and Contractions - Portuguesepedia

Portuguese Prepositions and Contractions Explained

Prepositions in Portuguese often get a bad rap among language learners, and for good reason – mastering the usage of Portuguese prepositions is one of the most…

Grammar, In-depth

Pretérito Perfeito vs Pretérito Imperfeito - Portuguesepedia

Portuguese Pretérito Perfeito vs. Imperfeito: What’s the Difference and When to Use Each?

Understanding the difference between Pretérito Perfeito (Preterite) and Pretérito Imperfeito (Imperfect) in Portuguese is a common challenge, especially for learners whose native language, like English, doesn’t make…

Tips&tricks

How to Stay Consistent and Succeed in Learning Portuguese - Portuguesepedia

How to Stay Consistent and Succeed in Learning Portuguese (or Any Other Language)

Learning a new language is an exciting and fulfilling experience. But let’s be honest—it can also feel overwhelming at times, and it’s easy to lose motivation once…

Grammar

Para vs. A in Portuguese - Portuguesepedia

A vs. Para in Portuguese: Key Differences & When to Use Each

Many Portuguese learners struggle to understand the difference between “a” and “para”, especially when both prepositions indicate movement. So, what’s the difference between “a” vs. “para” in…

Other

Portuguese Language Origins

Portuguese boasts over 220 million native speakers, ranking it the world’s sixth most-spoken language – impressive! But where did this language begin? As a Romance language, Portuguese…

Tips&tricks

Virtues and Shortcomings of Language Learning Apps like Duolingo - Portuguesepedia

Are Language-Learning Apps Like Duolingo Worth It?

Language-learning apps like Duolingo and Babbel have transformed how we acquire new languages. With millions of users worldwide, these platforms promise bite-sized, accessible lessons that seamlessly fit…

Tips&tricks

Learn Portuguese with These Tips and Resources - Portuguesepedia

Learn Portuguese Fast and Easy

Learning a new language can be an exciting and rewarding experience. If you’ve committed to learning Portuguese, you’re in for a treat! As one of the most…

Idiomatic

Portuguese Verb Dar 10 Idioms - Portuguesepedia

Master the Verb Dar with 10 Portuguese Idioms

Forget about translating every word literally! Portuguese is full of idiomatic gems, and the verb “dar” (to give) might just be the king of them all. It…

Tips&tricks

Movies for Portuguese Language Learners - Portuguesepedia

Movies for European Portuguese Language Learners

Starting the journey of learning European Portuguese can be both challenging and exciting. One of the most effective ways to improve your Portuguese skills is through immersion…

Pronunciation, Tips&tricks

Portuguese Tongue Twisters - Portuguesepedia

25 Portuguese Tongue Twisters to Perfect Your Pronunciation

Want to improve your Portuguese pronunciation? Tongue twisters—trava-línguas in Portuguese—are a fun and effective way to train your tongue and master tricky sounds. Let’s dive in! /R/,…

Vocab, Idiomatic

Portuguese Idiomatic Expressions and Sayings - Portuguesepedia

20 Portuguese Idiomatic Expressions to Impress Locals

Enhancing your conversations with Portuguese idioms and colloquial expressions will profoundly impact your language skills. Learning and using idiomatic expressions will not only impress native speakers but…

Idiomatic, Vocab

Portuguese Idioms with “Pé”

Getting acquainted with Portuguese idiomatic expressions is key to reaching language fluency and feeling at home with day-to-day lingo. Today, I am bringing you 13 frequently-used Portuguese…

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