NEW ORDERING
• a2
Mesa para quatro
NEW LISTEN
• a2+
O que não suporto num restaurante
NEW FILL-IN
• b1
A blusa vai estar impecável
NEW COMPLETION
• b1
Quando a cabeça não para
NEW LISTEN
• b1
A blusa vai estar impecável
NEW FILL-IN
• a2
O relatório pode esperar
NEW ORDERING
• a2
O cabo do monitor
NEW LISTEN
• a2
O relatório pode esperar
NEW FILL-IN
• a2+
A encomenda que nunca mais chegava
NEW LISTEN
• a2+
A encomenda que nunca mais chegava
NEW COMPLETION
• a2+
Os meus avós
NEW FILL-IN
• a2
Sem ginásio, sem problemas
NEW FILL-IN
• b1
Diferente não quer dizer melhor
NEW IDIOM
• b1
Por uma unha negra
NEW LISTEN
• a2
Sem ginásio, sem problemas
NEW COMPLETION
• b1
Carro ou transporte público?
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Other topicsgender
Masculine Words Ending in “a” in Portuguese
In Portuguese, nouns that end in ‘a’ are usually feminine. Words like mesa (table) or perna (leg) follow a stable and predictable…
b1+
Other topicsconjunctions
Connecting Ideas in Portuguese: Different Ways to Link Elements in a Sentence
In Portuguese, as in any language, there are multiple ways to connect words or ideas within a sentence. This variation is not…
b1+
Other topicsadverbs
Understanding “cá” and “lá” in Portuguese
The adverbs cá, lá, aqui, and ali can be confusing for learners of Portuguese. While they all express location, small nuances determine...
a2+
Other topicsadverbsconjunctions
The Many Faces of “Mesmo” in Portuguese
The Portuguese word mesmo is remarkably flexible. Depending on the context, it can express comparison, intensity, or even surprise. Let’s look at…
b1
Prepositionsplaceportime
Using por to Express Approximation in Portuguese
The preposition 'por' often adds nuance to speech, showing uncertainty or vagueness in time or place.
b1
Other topicsadverbialsadverbs
How to Use “Ao” in Portuguese to Talk About Actions That Happen at the Same Time
Understand how ao + infinitive works in Portuguese to describe actions happening at the same time — with clear, real-life examples.
b1+
PrepositionstimeVerbspersonal infinitive
‘Antes de’ and ‘Depois de’ with the Personal Infinitive in Portuguese
In Portuguese, the expressions antes de (before) and depois de (after) are often followed by a verb in the personal infinitive —…
a2
Prepositionsa vs parapara
Understanding ‘para’ in Portuguese
In Portuguese, 'para' is a versatile preposition that often shows movement, purpose, or destination. Let’s review its main uses and how it...
Open Level
Tips & Tricksother tips
Analogies that Will Change How You See Language Learning
Some of these came to me back when I was learning Swedish. Others landed later, often in moments of frustration or reflection….
a2
Prepositionsemplacetime
The Portuguese Preposition Em
The Portuguese preposition em is chiefly a preposition of place, but can also refer to time. Depending on the context, it can…
b1
Idioms
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…
Open Level
Tips & Trickshow to
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…
Open Level
Pronunciationconsonantsnasal sounds
How to pronounce M in Portuguese
In European Portuguese, the letter M can produce two distinct sounds: [m] or [ŋ]. Let’s break this down: Companion read Related Articles…
Open Level
Tips & Tricksother tips
Automatic Language Growth: Origins, Strengths, and Shortcomings
Automatic Language Growth (ALG) is a method of language acquisition that emphasizes natural, effortless learning through exposure and interaction, rather than relying…
b1
Pronounsobject pronouns
Tonic Object Pronouns in Portuguese: Mim, Ti, Si, and More
A solid understanding of Portuguese tonic object pronouns enhances natural and fluent speech. These pronouns follow prepositions and emphasize the object of…
Open Level
Tips & Tricksresources
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,…
a2
Verbsauxiliary verbs
Common Auxiliary Verbs in Portuguese
Have you ever struggled to determine whether an auxiliary verb should be followed by ‘a’ or not? For example, many students say…
b1
Verbscompound tenses
Portuguese Past Perfect: Pretérito Mais-que-Perfeito
The Portuguese equivalent of the English Past Perfect is called Pretérito Mais-que-Perfeito, and it’s used to express an action that happened in…
