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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a2
Other topicscognates
Portuguese-Spanish Cognates
Being already familiar with Spanish while learning Portuguese is a huge advantage – these languages are closely related and share thousands of…
b1
Pronounsobject pronouns
Portuguese Object Complements and Pronouns
Little words like lhe, te, or nos often show up around Portuguese verbs. These are object pronouns, just like him, you, or…
a2
Pronounsreflexive pronounsVerbsreflexive verbs
Portuguese Reflexive Verbs and Pronouns
Reflexive verbs are everywhere in Portuguese and are widely used in everyday speech. It’s easy for learners, especially those unfamiliar with Romance…
Open Level
Pronunciationconnected speech
Portuguese Connected Speech for Enhanced Pronunciation and Listening Comprehension
It is often challenging to keep up with native Portuguese speakers, even for advanced learners. This is probably not because you don’t…
a2
Verbsauxiliary verbscommon verbs
The Portuguese Verb Ficar – Conjugation and Usage
Ficar is a high-frequency and versatile Portuguese verb that every learner should master early on. Depending on the context, ficar can mean…
a2+
Prepositionsadeemparapor
Portuguese Prepositions and Contractions Explained
Prepositions in Portuguese often get a bad rap among language learners, and for good reason – mastering the usage of Portuguese prepositions…
a2
PronounsOther topicsquestions
Question Words in Portuguese
Intrepid language learners often start trying to interact in Portuguese from day one. I love their attitude and hope you are one…
b1
Verbsp. imperfeitop. perfeitop. perfeito vs imperfeitopast tense
Portuguese Pretérito Perfeito vs. Imperfeito: What’s the Difference and When to Use Each?
Understanding the difference between Pretérito Perfeito (Preterite) and Pretérito Imperfeito (Imperfect) in Portuguese is a common challenge, especially for learners whose native…
a2
Other topicsplurals
How to Form the Plural in Portuguese
In Portuguese, not only do nouns change spelling depending on number (singular or plural), but so do other word types like adjectives,…
a2
Other topicsgender
Portuguese Word Gender and Agreement
In Portuguese, as in other Romance languages, nouns are classified by gender—either masculine or feminine. However, this gender classification extends beyond nouns…
a2
Verbsauxiliary verbscommon verbsirregular verbs
The Verb Haver in Portuguese
If you’ve been learning Portuguese for a while, you’ve probably come across the little word há—it pops up often in everyday speech….
Open Level
Pronunciationconsonants
How to Pronounce X in Portuguese – A Simple Guide for Leaners
Pronouncing the letter X in Portuguese can be tricky for language learners. That’s because, unlike in English, the letter X in Portuguese…
b1
Verbscommon verbs
Modal Verbs in Portuguese: How to Express Necessity, Possibility & Ability
Modal verbs help us express necessity, possibility, certainty, doubt, and ability—concepts we use all the time in daily speech. Think about the…
Open Level
Pronunciationaccent marksword stress
Portuguese Word Stress Explained
Understanding word stress patterns is key if you’re serious about improving your Portuguese pronunciation. In Portuguese, words without accent marks follow predictable…
a2
Verbscommon verbsirregular verbs
The Verb Dar in Portuguese: Usage and Common Expressions
The verb dar is one of the most frequently used and idiomatically rich verbs in Portuguese. While its basic meaning is “to…
Open Level
Other topicscognates
Portuguese-English Cognates: Boost Your Portuguese Vocab Overnight
Learning Portuguese might seem daunting, but what if you already know thousands of Portuguese words without even realizing it? Thanks to English-Portuguese…
Open Level
Verbsconditionalfuture tenseimperativep. imperfeitop. perfeitopassive voicepast continuouspast tensepresent continuouspresent tenseprogressive tenses
Portuguese Verbs Explained: Complete Guide for English Speakers
Portuguese verbs can be tricky, especially with their many conjugations and tenses. If you’re not familiar with Romance languages, they might seem…
a2
Verbscommon verbsirregular verbs
The Verb Fazer in Portuguese: Meaning, Uses, and Expressions
The verb fazer in Portuguese is highly versatile and can mean “make,” “do,” or “take” depending on the context. It’s one of…
