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Portuguese phrases for gift wrapping

IntroductionGift giving is a big part of Brazilian culture, from birthdays to festas and informal get-togethers. Learnin...
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How to say “I’m going to a training session” in Portuguese

IntroductionThis article explains how to say I am going to a training session in Brazilian Portuguese, with simple vocab...
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Portuguese phrases for talking about a new neighborhood

IntroductionTalking about a new neighborhood is a common and practical topic for learners of Brazilian Portuguese. This ...
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How to say “I’m going to a casual work dinner” in Portuguese

IntroductionLearning how to say simple, real-life sentences helps you feel confident speaking Brazilian Portuguese. This...
Writing

Common Portuguese writing mistakes when writing about travel

IntroductionWriting about travel in Brazilian Portuguese can be hugely rewarding but also full of small traps for Englis...
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How to say “Which one is the least sweet?” in Portuguese

IntroductionLearning how to ask which option is least sweet is a small but useful skill for travel, dining, and shopping...
Writing

Portuguese writing rules for travel, hotel, and reservation messages

IntroductionThis article explains how to write clear, polite, and correct Brazilian Portuguese messages for travel, hote...
Grammar

“Durante” vs “Por” in Portuguese: Duration and Time Periods

IntroductionUnderstanding how to express time and duration is essential for communicating clearly in Portuguese. Two wor...
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Polite ways to say “Could we play another game?” in Portuguese

IntroductionLearning polite ways to ask to play another game in Brazilian Portuguese is practical for social situations ...
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How to say “My flight is tomorrow” in Portuguese

IntroductionThis article teaches how to say My flight is tomorrow in Brazilian Portuguese and how to use related phrases...
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How to say “That activity looks fun” in Portuguese

IntroductionLearning how to say That activity looks fun in Brazilian Portuguese is a useful skill for beginners who want...
Reading

Reading skills for Portuguese medical forms and pharmacy documents

IntroductionReading medical forms and pharmacy documents in Brazilian Portuguese can feel intimidating, but with targete...
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What to say in Portuguese when asking for a small sample

IntroductionKnowing how to ask for a small sample in Brazilian Portuguese is a useful skill for shopping, trying food, o...
Pronunciation

R vs RR in Portuguese pronunciation for beginners

IntroductionUnderstanding the difference between R and RR is essential for clear Brazilian Portuguese pronunciation. Thi...
Beginner

Portuguese foundation review before reading short beginner passages

IntroductionThis article prepares absolute beginners with a compact Portuguese foundation review before reading short be...
Vocabulary

saber in Portuguese: Meaning, Usage and Examples

Master the Portuguese verb "saber" with this complete guide covering pronunciation, usage, examples, and native speaker tips.
Grammar

“Acabou de” vs “Terminou de” in Portuguese: Recent Past or Completion

IntroductionThis article explains the difference between Acabou de and Terminou de in Portuguese, two common expressions...
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How to say “The score is close” in Portuguese

IntroductionLearning how to comment on a live game in Brazilian Portuguese is fun and useful. This article explains mult...
Beginner

How to make Portuguese grammar feel logical from the beginning

IntroductionLearning Brazilian Portuguese grammar can feel overwhelming, but with the right approach you can make it log...
Beginner

How to say “I can understand a little” in Portuguese

IntroductionLearning how to say that you can follow a little of what someone says is a useful first step in Brazilian Po...
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How to say “This color stands out” in Portuguese

IntroductionLearning how to describe colors and make simple comments in Brazilian Portuguese is a practical skill for be...
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How to respond in Portuguese when someone asks if you saved a table

IntroductionLearning how to answer the simple question do you saved a table in Brazilian Portuguese is a practical skill...
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How to say “I’m still learning to swim” in Portuguese

IntroductionLearning to talk about your abilities is one of the first practical skills in a new language. This article e...
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40 Portuguese phrases for group social gatherings

IntroductionThis article teaches 40 useful Brazilian Portuguese phrases for group social gatherings. Designed for comple...