
Last Week, This Month, Next Year: The Portuguese Pattern
This lesson explains how to talk about past, present, and future in Portuguese beyond “hoje”, “ontem”, and “amanhã”.

This lesson explains how to talk about past, present, and future in Portuguese beyond “hoje”, “ontem”, and “amanhã”.

In Portuguese, as in many languages, the day is divided into distinct segments corresponding to various times and routines. This article will help you navigate the terminology…

In this post, you will learn the essentials of telling the time in Portuguese, including vocabulary, phrases, and useful tips. Basic Vocabulary for Telling Time in Portuguese…

Mastering Portuguese small talk is an essential step for anyone learning the language. It’s not just about exchanging words—it’s about building confidence, connecting with people, and practicing…

Many Portuguese language learners struggle to discern between expressions such as Desculpa, Com licença, or Por favor. These are so-called “politeness” expressions and, as their name implies,…

Are you planning a trip to Portugal, or want to get a taste of Portuguese? Learning some of the most common Portuguese phrases will certainly come in…

Here's an introduction to Portuguese grammar for beginners. Plain and easy.

Portuguese and Spanish both evolved from Vulgar Latin, making them closely related Romance languages. But is Portuguese similar to Spanish in practice, or are they more different…

Wondering how Portuguese grammar compares to English? While both languages have Indo-European roots, they belong to different language families—Portuguese is a Romance language, and English is Germanic.…

Want to say “Hi” in Portuguese with confidence? Learning Portuguese is all about connecting with people, and greetings are the perfect way to start a conversation. There…

Familiarity with the Portuguese alphabet—its appearance and pronunciation—is a foundational step in learning the language. Like English, Portuguese uses the Latin alphabet with 26 letters: 5 vowels…

Learning to say numbers in Portuguese is one of the first milestones in your language-learning journey. Numbers come up constantly in everyday conversations, and you’ll often need…

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…