Learn how to use the European Portuguese verb ser in everyday speech, including its forms, uses, and common expressions.
One of the first verbs people meet in Portuguese is ser, and it can feel intimidating straight away. But at the beginner level, you really don’t need all the theory. Let’s keep it practical. At its core, ser is used to express three very basic things. 1️⃣ QUEM alguém é (WHO someone is) We use … Read more
Olá! 🌞 In this A0-level Portuguese lesson, we explore the basics of using the verb ser (to be). Two verbs express “to be ” in Portuguese. This video will help you confidently describe what you or others are in simple sentences (occupation). We will look at Ser – I am / you are / he … Read more
Learn European Portuguese through comprehensible input. Acquire basic vocabulary and one of the main verbs in Portuguese: o verbo ser. In this video lesson, I’m describing a pineapple to you in Portuguese, using visual queues and simple and basic Portuguese. For a short comprehensible input story for absolute beginners with the verb click here. Learn … Read more
After you’ve watched the video, read the short story “A Maria José é…” below again. Then try to solve the questions before you consult the translation or use a translator. Read as many times as you need. See how much you can understand through context alone. Doing this will allow you to see what you … Read more