Portuguese Alphabet (European Portuguese): Pronunciation & How to Use It

The European Portuguese alphabet, known as o abecedário or alfabeto

Want to learn the Portuguese alphabet (European Portuguese) and actually use it in real life? In this beginner-friendly lesson, you’ll learn how to pronounce the Portuguese alphabet, how to spell your name, and how the alphabet is used in everyday situations in Portugal. 👉 This is not just memorisation: you’ll hear, see, and start recognising … Read more

When to use definite articles in Portuguese

When to use definite articles in Portuguese

Have you been wondering when to use definite articles in Portuguese? This is one of the most confusing areas of Portuguese grammar, especially for beginners learning European Portuguese. In this guide, you’ll learn exactly when to use definite articles (o, a, os, as) with clear examples, audio, and real-life usage. If you’re not yet familiar … Read more

Definite Articles with Prepositions

See if you can get how each article contracts with the different prepositions. You can brush up on it here where I’ve broken down all the combinations for you. Back to Portuguese Grammar Quizzes Be sure to leave a comment below and feel free to request a topic or category for a future Portuguese vocabulary … Read more

When NOT to use definite articles in Portuguese

when NOT to use definite articles in Portuguese

If the question of when NOT to use definite articles in Portuguese has been driving you crazy, then this post is for you! This is one of the most confusing areas of European Portuguese grammar, especially for beginners. In this guide, you’ll learn exactly when to drop the articles (o, a, os, as) with clear … Read more

10 Difficult Portuguese Words

Learning new vocabulary in a different language can be a daunting task! And trying to figure out if what you’re saying sounds right or not can be even more challenging. But not to worry, I’m here to share 10 difficult Portuguese words so you can be prepared. The level of difficulty will vary depending on … Read more