Portuguese TV Shows with Subtitles You Can Watch for Free
Want to practice listening with real European Portuguese? Here are 26 shows made in Portugal, from sitcoms to documentaries, free to watch with subtitles.
Best Portuguese Textbooks: Top Picks for European & Brazilian Portuguese
Choosing the right textbook for learning Portuguese can be overwhelming—there are so many options, but not all are worth your time or money. In this guide, I’ll…
Portuguese-Speaking Countries: Where Is Portuguese Spoken?
Portuguese is an official language in nine countries on four continents. See where it's spoken, how many people speak it, and where it's the mother tongue.
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How to Say Hi in Portuguese: Casual and Formal Greetings
There's more than one way to say hi in Portugal. Learn which greetings suit friends, which suit strangers, and why oi will make you sound Brazilian.
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The Portuguese Alphabet: Letter Names, Sounds and Accents
Portuguese uses the same 26 letters as English, but they sound different. Hear how each one is named in Portugal and learn what the accents and ç do.
European Portuguese Pronunciation
I often hear people say that Portuguese sounds quite different from other Romance languages—and they’re absolutely right! But what exactly makes European Portuguese pronunciation so unique? In…
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Portuguese Numbers: How to Count from 1 to 100 and Beyond
Learn to count in European Portuguese, from zero to a million. Listen to each set of numbers and see where Portugal and Brazil spell them differently.
European Portuguese Listening Practice
The road to Portuguese fluency hinges on strong listening skills. But how can we improve them efficiently? The answer lies in systematic practice with level-appropriate resources and…
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Learn Basic Portuguese Phrases for Beginners: Essential Expressions and Greetings
How do you say “Hi!” in Portuguese? What about “Thank you”? And how do you introduce yourself to others? If you’re an absolute beginner or planning a…
