Sim , Não , Talvez , Por favor , and Obrigado or Obrigada . These are the first words most students acquire when they start learning Portuguese. Yet, sooner or later, they need to search for different expressions. After all, how long can you keep a conversation if you answer only with yes, no, or maybe? In this blog post,…
Hitting plateaus is among the most common and demotivating challenges language learners face. Unfortunately, many become discouraged and postpone their dream of learning a foreign language. Truthfully, learning a language is a compelling project, something you can feel proud of for a lifetime. But after the first excitement fades, you can lose your internal motivation….
Among the questions language learners ask the most are: Why is it hard to learn a new language? And Why is learning a second language so difficult? Of course, some foreign languages are more challenging to acquire than others. But none is impossible. Besides, learning a language is a fun way to boost your curriculum, health, and…
Most people associate language learning with sitting still. Studying silently and memorizing grammar rules are standard practices for most teachers. And for some learners, those methods are effective. But they are boring, and you might struggle to stay motivated and focused. What if there was a different and funnier way to learn? What if you…
Have you ever heard a Portuguese person say they will have to swallow a frog (Engolir um sapo )? How about telling someone else to go bother Camões (ir chatear Camões )? Part of learning Portuguese is exploring the funny expressions that add so much character to the language. However, these idioms carry a story…
Do you want to start learning Portuguese? Then, this post is for you! Prepare yourself to explore the essential Portuguese phrases and words. These tools will allow you to kickstart your language-learning journey already one step ahead. There are many reasons why you should learn Portuguese From Portugal. Learning a new language is exciting! It opens many…
The final week of the year is always a nostalgic one. You tend to remember what you did and the surprises you received. You also have a chance to stop, celebrate your conquests, and mourn your losses. And what a full year 2023 proved to be! We were proud to say goodbye to those who…
European Portuguese is a rapidly growing language worldwide. Thus, learning it is a great idea and a process that can improve your self-esteem and give you insight into different cultures. Portuguese natives say: Ano novo, vida nova. (New year, new life.) referring to the motivation New Year resolutions can bring. 2024 is here, and now…
The first-ever Christmas celebration happened in Rome in AD 336. Since then, this religious festivity spread all over the world. As a mainly Catholic country, Portugal also celebrates the Christmas season. It is simultaneously a religious holiday, an old tradition, and a family celebration. “Natal” is the Portuguese word for Christmas. Like in other countries,…