How to Say “Get” in Portuguese: 16 Different Translations

One of the most confusing words for English speakers learning Portuguese is the verb “to get”. Why? Because Portuguese doesn’t have a single equivalent verb. In English, get can mean: …and many more things besides. In Portuguese, each of these meanings uses a different verb. So instead of trying to translate get directly, think about … Read more

Valentine’s Day Command tense practice

Olá pessoal! O Dia dos Namorados is coming up and perhaps some of you may be looking for ideas of what to do for that special someone. Here are some suggestions on what to do on the day in this Valentine’s Day command tense practice post. If you don’t have anyone or don’t celebrate this … Read more

Ser vs Estar

European Portuguese Lesson Guide on ser vs estar and ficar

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