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“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…
How to Pronounce the Letter S in Portuguese
Let’s learn how to pronounce the letter S in Portuguese, or I should say European Portuguese, to be more precise. As you…
What Are Good Reads to Learn Portuguese and How to Make the Most Out of It
Are you looking for reads like short stories to help you develop your Portuguese skills? Sure thing. It is more fun (and more…
Saber vs Conseguir vs Poder vs Conhecer in Portuguese
Many Portuguese language learners, especially those who have English as their first language, will struggle to discern between these verbs: Saber, Conseguir,…
Learn Portuguese – Tips to Get You Started
Portuguese is spoken by over 250 million people worldwide, making it the sixth most spoken language globally. If you’re interested in learning…
Portuguese Food Recipes (Practice the Imperative Mood)
Today I will bring you a few traditional Portuguese food recipes. Following Portuguese recipes is an excellent way to create exposure and…
Common Portuguese Filler Words
Everyone should learn Portuguese filler words. Why? Often overlooked, filler expressions play a crucial role in communication – they work as a…
Falar vs. Dizer vs. Contar in Portuguese
Language learners often wonder about the difference between the verbs Falar, Dizer, and Contar. While they can sometimes be used interchangeably, certain…
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…
Portuguese Expressions for Everyday Use
Learning Portuguese common expressions and idioms is essential for several reasons: Communication Effectiveness. Native speakers use idiomatic expressions all the time. Incorporating…
Portuguese Polite Expressions – Desculpa vs. Com licença vs. Por Favor
Many Portuguese language learners struggle to discern between expressions such as Desculpa, Com licença, or Por favor. These are so-called “politeness” expressions…
Portuguese Slang Expressions
Learning Portuguese slang expressions will infuse depth and character into your language journey. It will help you improve your conversational skills and…
Practice Portuguese with a Language Exchange Partner
To master your conversation skills in Portuguese you’ll need to go beyond textbooks and language apps such as Duolingo. In this blog…
Portuguese Songs for Language Learners
With its rich cultural heritage and vibrant music scene, Portugal offers a treasure trove of songs for language learners. And guess what!…
Learn Portuguese Quickly and Joyfully
Are you eager to embark on an exciting journey to learn Portuguese? To make your learning process enjoyable and effective, here are…
Portuguese Yes-or-No Questions and Question Tags
In Portuguese specifically, yes-or-no questions look the same as declarative sentences, that is, the word order is kept unchanged. A few examples: …
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…
European vs. Brazilian Portuguese–Which One Should I Learn?
If you’re learning Portuguese, you might be wondering: Should I learn European or Brazilian Portuguese? While both variants are mutually intelligible among…