In this post you’ll find out what the different sounds of the letter “s” in European Portuguese are. The sound of the “s” changes, depending on where it is in the words. So lets look at how it changes. “S” will sound like: An added challenge is that in some cases a final “s” may … Read more
In this post, we’re learning how to write a formal email in European Portuguese. When speaking the language, there are always two main things to take into account: It’s even more so the case when writing in Portuguese. Keep in mind that many times the meaning doesn’t translate very well across languages. What sounds great … Read more
In this post, we’re learning how to write a semi-formal email in European Portuguese. When speaking, there are always two main things to take into account: It’s even more so the case when writing in Portuguese. Keep in mind that many times meaning doesn’t translate very well across languages. What sounds great or appropriate in … Read more
In this post, we’re learning how to write an informal email in European Portuguese. When speaking, there are always two main things to take into account: It’s even more so the case when writing in Portuguese. Keep in mind that many times the meaning doesn’t translate very well across languages. What sounds great or appropriate … Read more
According to legend, in the third century, there was a Christian priest by the name of Valentine. The Emperor of the time, Claudius II, had outlawed marriage for young men because, in his view, unmarried men made better soldiers. Valentine disobeyed the law and continued to marry couples in secret until being discovered. This led … Read more
What are the different beef cuts in Portugal? đBeef is cut in many different ways around the world, and Portuguese beef cuts can be quite different from those you may know in English-speaking countries. In this lesson, weâll look at the most common cuts of beef used in Portugal and their approximate equivalents in English. … Read more
This dish, also known as frango de churrasco Ă Portuguesa (Portuguese style barbecued chicken), is a famous traditional Portuguese Chicken recipe. It originated during the Age of Discovery, when the Portuguese sailors brought back the chilli peppers (malaguetas) from Mozambique. The Portuguese then combined it with another typical pepper based barbecue sauce. This gave rise … Read more
Are You Tired of Confusing Ser vs Estar? The Ultimate Guide to Mastering the Differences and Never Getting Them Wrong Again! The Dilemma of Ser vs Estar Have you ever struggled with ser vs estar in Portuguese? You are not alone. Many learners feel confused and frustrated when trying to use these two verbs correctly. … Read more
Hi everyone! Celebrate someoneâs birthday in Portugal by learning how to Sing Happy Birthday in European Portuguese! In this lesson, youâll get the full lyrics, pronunciation tips, cultural notes, and examples so you can confidently say ParabĂ©ns! to friends and family in European Portuguese. Watch the Video Lesson This video is inspired by someone’s Birthday … Read more
Learning European Portuguese is exciting at the beginning. You learn how to say olĂĄ, obrigado, maybe order a coffee confidently… and then reality hits. You realise pronunciation feels different. Listening feels fast. Progress feels slower than you imagined. If that sounds familiar, youâre not alone. Whether youâre a beginner or already building momentum, staying motivated … Read more