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Portuguese Expressions with Matar

The Portuguese verb matar literally means “to kill,” but like many common verbs, it appears in a wide range of idiomatic expressions that have nothing to do…

Other

Why Is Portuguese Harder than Spanish - Portuguesepedia

Why Is Portuguese Harder to Learn than Spanish?

Portuguese and Spanish are two of the most widely spoken Romance languages in the world and both are considered relatively easy for English speakers to learn. However, language…

Grammar

Portuguese Prepositions de vs em to Talk About Means of Transport

Prepositions ‘De’ vs ‘Em’ in Portuguese: Talking About Means of Transport

In Portuguese, ‘de’ is used for general references to means of transport, while ’em’ is used for specific instances. Remember, ‘de’ remains in its basic form, while…

Grammar

Present tense in Portuguese - Portuguesepedia

Portuguese Present Tense – Usage Rundown Anchored to English

This article concerns Portuguese equivalents to the English Present Simple, Present Continuous, and Present Perfect tenses. We will be mostly focusing on usage, not conjugation. To learn…

Grammar

Adjectives vs Adverbs in Portuguese - Portuguesepedia

Adjectives vs Adverbs: What’s the Difference?

When learning Portuguese, a common source of confusion is understanding the difference between adjectives and adverbs. Both play crucial roles in the language, but they serve distinct…

Grammar, In-depth

Infinitivo Pessoal (Personal Infinitive) in Portuguese – Portuguesepedia

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…

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

Portuguese Past Tenses - Portuguesepedia

Portuguese Past Tenses Explained: A Clear Comparison with English

Understanding Portuguese past tenses can be challenging for English speakers. In this article, we’ll break down the Portuguese equivalents of the Past Simple, Past Continuous, and Past…

Grammar

Past Continuous Equivalent in Portuguese

The Portuguese equivalent of the English Past Continuous is analogous to the Present Continuous Equivalent in Portuguese. The only difference is that the auxiliary verb Estar must…

Grammar, In-depth

The Imperative in Portuguese - Portuguesepedia

Imperative in Portuguese: How to Give Commands & Make Requests

Like other Romance languages, Portuguese has a rich system of verb conjugations, including the Imperative mood. The Imperative is used to give commands, instructions, suggestions, and directions—whether…

Grammar, Other

Como in Portuguese - More than Just a How - Portuguesepedia

“Como” in Portuguese – More Than Just “How”

The Portuguese word Como is way more than just a question word. In fact, I can think of 4 other ways of using Como! Let’s take a…

Grammar, In-depth

Portuguese Demonstratives - Portuguesepedia

Portuguese Demonstrative Pronouns and Determiners

Demonstratives are words we use to point out a person or object, including their location concerning the speaker and hearer. Portuguese demonstratives work along the same lines…

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

Boost Your Language Skills with Passive Listening - Portuguesepedia

How Passive Listening Can Boost Your Language Learning

Learning a new language can feel overwhelming, especially at the start. One powerful yet often underrated tool is passive listening—the art of absorbing the language without focusing…

Vocab

How to Say Hi! in Portuguese - Portuguesepedia

How to Say ‘Hi’ in Portuguese: Essential Greetings for Every Situation

Want to say “Hi” in Portuguese with confidence? Learning Portuguese is all about connecting with people, and greetings are the perfect way to start a conversation. There…

Vocab

Portuguese Essential Phrases for Foodies - Portuguesepedia

Portuguese Vocab for Foodies: Dining Out in Portugal

Portugal is a haven for foodies! From the freshest seafood to hearty stews and delicious desserts, Portuguese cuisine will tantalize your taste buds. Let’s master a few…

Grammar

Past Participle in Portuguese

In Portuguese, we use the Past Participle to form Perfect tenses and the passive voice. In addition, we use Past Participles as adjectives. In what follows, I will…

Tips&tricks

Do I have to study grammar? - Portuguesepedia

Learning Portuguese: Do I Need to Become a Grammar Geek?

Do you need to become a grammar guru to speak Portuguese fluently? Here’s the truth: There’s no one-size-fits-all answer! Ultimately, the best way to learn Portuguese is…

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