The word tone is spelled out in scrabble letters
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Master the Basics: The 1000 Most Common Portuguese Words

Have you been wanting to start learning Portuguese? Or have you already started but feel your vocabulary needs a little push? Learning the 1000 most frequently used Portuguese words can help! Whether you are just beginning your Portuguese journey or looking to take your skills to the next level, having a sturdy base is essential….

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The Meaning of Obrigado – Saying Thank You in Portuguese

Thank you is one of the first expressions you learn when you start exploring a new language. It is a polite expression you will use every day. Besides, natives will appreciate hearing you use it even if it is the only word you can say in their language. Most people know that the Portuguese word…

9 of the 26 Portuguese players for Euro 2024 play in the Premier League
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Everything You Should Know About Portugal in The Euro 2024

With a staggering 3.5 billion fans, football is the world’s most popular sport, according to WorldAtlas. Besides, the Union of European Football Associations (UEFA) is hosting one of its biggest events, the European Football Championship. Informally known as the Euro, this competition has happened every four years since its start in 1960. More recently, in 2022, a…

Use advanced strategies to learn European Portuguese
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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…

Expanding your European Portuguese vocabulary is about learning and using new words
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How to Improve Your European Portuguese Vocabulary Quickly and Effectively

Sooner or later, most language learners wonder how they can improve their vocabulary. For example, a quick search for “Portuguese vocabulary” brings you dozens of results for word lists with their English translations.  But does reading word lists over and over again really help you memorize new words? Isn’t there a better, faster way to…

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…

Nice to Meet You in Portuguese: The Beginner’s Guide to Introductions
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Nice to Meet You in Portuguese: The Beginner’s Guide to Introductions

Science claims most people take 7 seconds to construct a first impression upon meeting someone else. This initial judgment can dictate what kind of relationship will result from the conversation. It also means you have less than the time it takes to drink a bica  to make a great first impression. The same applies to introductions in foreign…

Say Yes in Portuguese
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Discover The Portuguese Yes: 10 Alternatives to Sim

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,…

Greetings should be your first words in Portuguese
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Your First Words in Portuguese From Portugal

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…