Practical methods and exercises to enhance your European Portuguese skills. Build vocabulary, improve pronunciation, strengthen listening comprehension, and gain confidence in speaking naturally and fluently.
If you’ve ever wondered why some language learners seem to pick up Portuguese effortlessly, or why reading and listening can feel more powerful than memorising lists of words, this is the page for you. Here, we dig into the theory behind the method I use in my lessons and stories. Where this all began: Krashen’s … Read more
We are practising our Portuguese in this one. Below is a short article about Fátima and it’s part of a proposed reading exercise in the The 3 F’s of Portugal post. Olá! Nesta publicação vamos falar sobre Fátima, um dos locais mais importantes de peregrinação em Portugal. Fátima está situada no centro de Portugal, perto … Read more
I know how busy the festive seasons are! Especially if you have little kids! Add all the planning, travel, and family engagements and you’re left with zero time for anything else! However, it’s essential to find ways to retain progress during the Holidays without this feeling like an additional burden. Moreover, it can and should … Read more
Embarking on a language-learning journey is an exciting endeavour. However, it’s crucial to set realistic goals to ensure continuous motivation and progress. In this blog post, we’ll explore the dangers of aiming for perfection and the demotivation that can accompany unrealistic goals. Additionally, I’ll provide valuable tips on setting achievable goals that will keep you … Read more
Here are a few strategies to implement to reduce your anxiety in Portuguese and avoid your “mind going blank” when you try to speak Portuguese: 1 – Listening to Portuguese music or podcasts Listening to Portuguese language content can help you get used to the rhythm and intonation of the language, as well as pick … Read more
You may have heard/read me saying to watch Portuguese shows or films to improve your comprehension. But what if you don’t have access to Portuguese TV? Or live abroad? Não faz mal! Today I bring you a step-by-step guide on where to access some programs online and how to get the subtitles to work! Please … Read more
Learning European Portuguese is exciting at the beginning. You learn how to say olá, 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, you’re not alone. Whether you’re a beginner or already building momentum, staying motivated … Read more