NEW LISTEN
• A2+ Upper Beginner
O despertador que não tocou
NEW MATCH
• A2+ Upper Beginner
Temas da atualidade
NEW FILL-IN
• B1 Intermediate
Encontro às cegas
NEW COMPLETION
• A2+ Upper Beginner
Cada um com o seu estilo
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• B1 Intermediate
Encontro às cegas
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• A2 Beginner
Pequenos mistérios da natureza
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• A2 Beginner
Campeões do sono
NEW ORDERING
• A2+ Upper Beginner
Subida do salário mínimo
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• A2 Beginner
Campeões do sono
NEW FILL-IN
• B1 Intermediate
Arrendar ou comprar?
NEW ORDERING
• A2+ Upper Beginner
Menos viagens, mais família
NEW LISTEN
• B1 Intermediate
Arrendar ou comprar?
NEW ORDERING
• B1 Intermediate
Três meses à espera
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• A2+ Upper Beginner
Coisas do banco
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• A2 Beginner
Um dia sem internet
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• A2 Beginner
Um dia sem internet
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B1
Other topicsadverbs
The Other Meaning of ‘Sempre’ in Portuguese Questions
Learners usually meet sempre in its most common sense: a toda a hora, constantemente. In this meaning, it describes actions that happen…
Pronunciationvowels
When the Portuguese vowel ‘o’ Changes Sound in Masculine and Feminine Adjectives
In European Portuguese, the vowel o has two common stressed pronunciations: the relatively closed /o/ and the more open Although both…
Pronunciationvowels
When the Letter e Sounds Like /ɨ/ in European Portuguese
European Portuguese contains several closed vowels, and the sound /ɨ/ is one of the most characteristic. It is extremely common in everyday…
B1
Prepositionsaem
Using Cardinal Directions and Prepositions to Describe Geographic Location in Portuguese
Understanding how to describe geographic location is essential for clear communication in Portuguese. When referring to cities, regions, or relative positions within…
A2
Prepositionsem
Using ’em’ for Countries, Cities, and Regions in Portuguese
Understanding how the preposition em works with geographical names is essential for clear and natural Portuguese. Depending on whether we are talking…
A2+
Verbscommon verbsir
Ir vs Andar: Understanding the Difference in Portuguese
Learners of Portuguese often find ir and andar confusing, especially when both seem to describe movement. While they can sometimes overlap in…
A2+
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...
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…
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…
