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The Portuguese Learning Handbook – Tips for Success

Would you love to learn European Portuguese but are still unsure how to start? Do you find conflicting information and want to simplify your studies and start reaching your goals? Welcome to your learning handbook – your aid to mastering European Portuguese! Learning a new language can be challenging, but it is also rewarding. With…

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Your Favorite Language Quote: Learning Motivation

Sooner or later, all language learners struggle with one vital factor: motivation. As a beginner, you might feel way over your head with your new language. On the other hand, you might hit plateaus during your learning journey. Likewise, we all go through periods of lower motivation for whatever reasons. In these challenging times, language-learning…

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How to Master European Portuguese Pronunciation – Part 1

Mastering Portuguese pronunciation is a crucial aspect of language learning. It facilitates clear communication and shows respect for the language and culture. Still, developing a new and intelligible accent in a foreign language is challenging, especially if you are learning it as an adult. You can learn Portuguese and master its pronunciation, but you need…

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The Ultimate Guide to Improving Your Portuguese Reading Skills (Part 1)

Most language learners do not immediately turn to reading as a way to improve their language skills. After all, reading in a language that is not your mother tongue is difficult. Moreover, with the rise of technology, good old-fashioned reading is becoming less popular. During the pandemic, reading statistics improved considerably. However, Statista released a…

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Beyond the Basics: Advanced Strategies for European Portuguese Learning

When you start learning Portuguese, you will find learning aids everywhere. But the further you progress, the more difficult it becomes to know what you can do to encourage growth. As a result, language learners often stagnate and do not progress beyond the basics. How can you do things differently? What resources and techniques should…

Listening to music expands your vocabulary in your target language
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Tune Into Fluency: Learn Language Through Music

Music is an art and a powerful tool. It affects people’s moods, triggers emotions, and sometimes shapes their behaviors. Most of us resort to our favorite tunes for an energy boost or to wind down after a stressful day. Governments try to inspire a sense of national identity and pride through national anthems. Businesses use…

Verb to be in Portuguese
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Ser And Estar – The Verbs To Be in Portuguese From Portugal

Verb To Be is one of the most used by English speakers. Because it is so frequent, it is also one of the first verbs students learn. It can apply to thousands of situations. This single verb describes something or someone and indicates a permanent or temporary condition. Depending on the context, you can use…

The term Fluency usually describes a smooth speaking pattern
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What is Fluency? – Defining Language Proficiency Levels

Most language learners want to reach fluency. Millions worldwide study foreign languages and reach their language goals. Yet, their language levels often differ. In truth, most people set themselves out to become fluent without comprehending what that means. So, what is fluency? What does becoming fluent mean? Is it worth it for you to reach…

Learning a new language improves you mental and emotional health
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How to Stay Motivated to Learn a Language – Part 2: Dealing With Plateaus

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….