Learn European Portuguese through family-themed celebrations such as Mother’s Day, Father’s Day, Grandparents’ Day, and other special occasions, with relevant vocabulary and cultural context.
In this A2 European Portuguese listening practice: Dia do Pai em Portugal, you’ll hear a simple text about how Father’s Day is celebrated in Portugal. This short listening activity is designed to help you improve your Portuguese listening comprehension while learning about an important cultural and family tradition. Listen carefully and see how much you … Read more
This year, to celebrate Mother’s Day, I created this quick and fun mini quiz in Portuguese and discover your “mum style”! You’ll learn new vocabulary, practise reading skills, and have fun finding out whether you’re a Zen Mum, a Heart Mum, an Organised Mum, a Fun Mum… or a bit of everything! 🎉 The Results … Read more
In Portugal, we celebrate Grandparents’ Day in Portugal on the 26th of July. Although O Dia dos Avós is not an official holiday, this date is special. It’s a time to show love and appreciation to our grandparents. And if you’re the grandparent then this is your day! a avó (the grandmother) o avô (the … Read more
Mother’s Day in Portugal (O Dia da Mãe) is celebrated on the first Sunday of May. It’s a day centred on family, appreciation, and the recognition of the role of mothers and mother figures in everyday life. In this post, you’ll learn how Mother’s Day is celebrated in Portugal, along with useful Portuguese phrases you … Read more
Olá pessoal! On the 31st of May, we gather to honour a special occasion – Siblings Day in Portugal. This day warms the hearts of siblings all over the country. irmãos (brothers) and irmãs (sisters) come together to celebrate their lifelong connections, reminiscing and expressing gratitude for their unique bond. Join us as we explore … Read more
Father’s Day in Portugal is observed on the 19th of March. This day was chosen because it is also St. Joseph’s Day – the Patron Saint of Fathers. Is Father’s Day a Public Holiday? Father’s Day in Portugal is not a public holiday, so shops and services will function as normal. Origin of Father’s Day … Read more
It was the UN General Assembly that proclaimed the 15th of May as International Family Day: O Dia da Família. And was celebrated for the first time in 1994. The celebration aims, among other things, to highlight the importance of family structure and its prominence as the basis of early childhood education. So to celebrate … Read more