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They call it ‘addictive.’ We call it real Portuguese, learned instinctively

At Portuguese With Carla & Friends, science shapes the way you learn. Absorb complex grammar and perfect your pronunciation naturally through humour and interactive methods.

Your Journey to European Portuguese starts here

Sound like locals

Experience Real-Life Portuguese Conversations

Real, everyday portuguese - 
from day one

What makes it different?

Many stick to watered-down phrases or endless vocabulary drills. We give you the natural rhythm from the start, so language flows more instinctively.

  • "You don’t speak ‘baby Portuguese’… this is how kids acquire a language!" - Dennis
  • "This is the ONLY place online showing native Portuguese at genuine conversation pace." - Ada
  • "Hearing normal dialogue on day one helped me adapt far more quickly than memorizing word lists." - Heather

Smart, fun learning

Laugh, Learn, and Speak Portuguese

Cinematic, humorous & a joy to use - Not dull drills

What makes it different?

Generic methods often rely on flat grammar drills. Here, every scene engages you in a narrative, making the language memorable and fun – without empty “edutainment.”

  • "The production quality is insanely good - easily the best structure I’ve seen." - Ewan
  • "Dialogue feels authentic yet covers everything you need. A very professional job!" - Rosemary
  • "It stands out light years beyond typical stuff. Funny, compelling, and keeps me hooked." - Mary

Supportive Guidance Wins

Confidence with Native Conversation Pace

Guided immersion – 
Never overwhelming

What makes it different?

Immersion often means just dropping you in. We pair natural pace with supportive guidance so you gain confidence – rather than panic.

  • "It’s like being thrown in at the deep end, but with a float - challenging yet never overwhelming." - Jude
  • "I had to work for it, but I saw real progress - it felt like actual street learning, but structured." - Sheila
  • "I was confused at first, then everything clicked - I finally see why normal-speed Portuguese matters." - Jeanine

No AI, Just Heart

The Human Way to Learn Portuguese

Human touch & cultural depth

What makes it different?

Other approaches might focus on sterile grammar points or depend on robotic audio. Here, genuine human insights + cultural nuance create a richer connection to the language.

  • "It feels like I’m sitting right across from Carla and Marlon - so personal and encouraging!" - Simone
  • "You share not just words but everyday customs. It’s helping me understand the real Portugal." - Christopher
  • "I’m actually talking to neighbors now, and they love how I use local expressions." - Angela

The Science of Real Progress

Designed for How Your Mind Learns

science-based, carefully structured

What makes it different?

Some programs shuffle random vocab or grammar without real logic. We link everything into a guided arc, so you feel real progression - fast.

  • "As an instructional designer, I rarely tolerate most online courses, but your structure is so well-thought-out. Congratulations!" - Jill
  • "I can tell it’s built around memory research - I’m retaining phrases so easily." - Tim
  • "It’s challenging yet accessible, and I’m recommending it to my whole family." - James

Your journey, simplified

Breakthroughs That Surprise You

quick breakthroughs at any level

What makes it different?

A lot of methods only cater to nervous beginners or advanced grammar geeks. We meet you where you are - helping absolute newcomers and seasoned returnees alike achieve real, noticeable progress.

  • "My university teacher was blown away at how fast I progressed." - Jonah
  • "Locals compliment my pronunciation; I’m amazed at how relaxed I feel." - Hajni
  • "It fits both novices or advanced learners and is really personal. I’m excited to learn again!" - Ryan

Tools for everyday mastery

From Flashcards to Real-Life Scenarios

Mastering Portuguese goes beyond theory. We provide tools and experiences that make your learning practical, efficient, and fun:

Simulated Real-Life Scenarios

Practice in situations like a grocery store to build confidence in real-world interactions.

Vocabulary Builder

Memorise and review key vocabulary effortlessly with our innovative flashcard system.

Conversation Builders

Engage in realistic dialogues and develop speaking skills that you can use immediately.

AImália

Receive instant AI feedback and corrections with live chat support – exclusive for annual subscriptions.

ABOUT US

Meet Our Team

Our team combines linguistic expertise with cultural insight to create immersive lessons. Every detail is

crafted to make Portuguese intuitive and authentic.

Carla & Marlon
Behind every scene, lesson, and laugh are two real people who live and breathe Portuguese – and know exactly how to make it stick.


Carla and Marlon grew up in Portugal, absorbing the cultural background that makes European Portuguese so special. They have always been fascinated by how language works – how sentences are built, the rules of grammar, and why certain expressions bend those rules. 


Together, their mission is to help you experience Portuguese as it is actually spoken. They believe that language is culture, rhythm, and emotion – not a list of rules. Every course, dialogue, and cinematic scene they create is carefully crafted to bring you closer to real Portuguese: the kind you will hear in cafés, small-town markets, and family dinners.


Think of them as your mechanics. You do not need to know how the engine is built to be able to drive, but when you get stuck, they will be there to help.

Joana

COO (Chief Operating Officer)

João

Head of Finance

Margarida

Customer Service Specialist

Catarina

Communications Manager

Anton

Graphic Designer

Testimonials

What Our Members Are Saying...

Proof that learning can be fun and effective

  • "Today I have understood a story on antena 1 vida! Not every word, and i can't tell the story myself in Portuguese. But I perfectly understood the content! I am so happy! After just 2 months of learning the language with you! Thank you ever so much for this brilliant course!" - Marei

  • "I moved to Tavira, Portugal in September 2022, and I feel like it has really helped my listening comprehension/understanding of Portuguese as it's spoken here."- Matt

  • "The course seems to be paying off. My listening and reading skills have improved really quickly, and I feel as if I'm beginning to develop a more intuitive grasp of how the language hangs together. I'm having a total blast!" - Will

  • "It's really fantastic! That's exactly what I as looking for! I'm on my trial period, but without any doubts I'll buy the subscription, and I'm excited to get to next chapters. This platform is exactly what I was looking for! Can't wait to learn more :)" - Malgirzata

Our Plans

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Monthly Plan

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The Journey 2.0 with 80+ induction videos

Video sketches and quizzes tailored to cover specific points

Your on-site vocabulary flashcard platform

Lesson-specific assignments

A variety of community features, including forums

Personal Learning Snapshot (always know where you are and how you are doing)

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Annual Plan

Full-year access with all premium features

€349

/ year

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Everything in Monthly plus:

(our European Portuguese chatbot) for free

Automatic switch to monthly plan at the end of the year (no surprise payments)

Full support from our dedicated team

All the new features we launch during the year!

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make steady progress on your learning journey.

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Help & Guidance

Frequently Asked Questions

Everything you need to know about learning Portuguese with The Journey

Well, 2 reasons. First, because it aludes to the “journey” the learner will take from knowing, perhaps, next to nothing of the language to fluency by the end of it. And second, it’s the name of the movie we shot that serves as the backbone for the program.

In this program, you will follow our 2 main characters on their travels around Portugal (mainland and islands) as they try to unravel a family mystery.

Each scene will teach you something new about the Portuguese language, either grammar, pronunciation, or something else.

We do this initially by means of over 80 induction video lessons. This is then supplemented with extra exposure through video sketches and quizzes tailored to cover specific points.

We then consolidate the whole thing by giving you lesson-specific assignments.
This is just scratching the surface of what the program has to offer. There is a lot more side material that covers things like idiomatic expressions or the portuguese culture, for example.

On top of all that, you have direct access to our team in case you get stuck somewhere along the “road”.

You can start the program with 0 knowledge of the language, as we will cover all the basics. However, from the get-go, we offer you video explanations for our sketches not only in English but in Portuguese. As a result, even intermediate students benefit from starting at the top. Of course, you can spend as much time on each section as you wish.

In technical terms, we cover material up to what textbooks normally associate with C1 and C2 levels. This includes conjunctive tenses and other more complex grammar aspects of the language. Of course, we are constantly adding more material.

The program does not include one-on-one lessons. It is fully self-paced. However, our team will be there to support you through each step. Besides, as an extra, you can sign up for live practice Portuguese sessions with fellow students and a native speaker.

That really does depend on how much you can dedicate to it. Learning a language up to the fluency point will likely take many months, even if you can dedicate a lot of time to it.

There is absolutely no limit to the amount of time you can spend on the site. And you can certainly keep yourself very busy with the program on a daily basis.

After each “chapter”, which contains multiple lessons, you generally have a 3-day gap until the next chapter is unlocked. This is done on purpose so as to give you time to consolidate the points learned. During this period, we give you homework and also unlock side content to keep you busy and motivated.

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