Learn all about the Portuguese island of Madeira in this Shorty written by Edyta, the author of Say Yes to Madeira travel blog. This Shorty will help you learn some generic phrases, but also a couple of useful words which will definitely come in handy when visiting the island.
A Ilha da Madeira
The Island of Madeira
Ida ao Talho
Going to the Butcher's Shop
Follow Anabela as she orders various cuts of meat from the butcher.
A Viagem
The Trip
Petra is planning a road trip across the United States. She excitedly tells Flávio about all the preparations.
Uma Ida ao Médico
A Visit to the Doctor
Filipa has not been feeling well lately, so she decides to go to the doctor to find out what’s going on. Unfortunately, her doctor doesn’t know that you can’t treat a virus with an antibiotic.
O Contrato Ilegal
The Illegal Contract
Daniela goes to the Job Center to make a formal complaint about a horrible job she got a month ago.
Rosa Começou Um Negócio Em Casa
Rosa Started a Home Business
Rosa has always liked plants, but only in the last few months has she decided to invest her time and money in her passion.
Maratona de Leitura
Reading Marathon
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A lot has happened, to say the least, since we last recorded a podcast episode!
We start out by challenging your comprehension with casual Portuguese conversation to get you up to speed on what’s been happening with us personally as well as in the world… since we know we are definitely your primary resource for all things COVID-19!
We spend the rest of the episode tweaking the pronunciation of our brave listeners who once again contributed their recordings. (Obrigado!)
We review the pronunciation of the different R, S, E, and O sounds, perfecting the cadence and flow of Portuguese sentences… plus, you’ll discover a word that even Rui has trouble pronouncing!
A Anabela Pede Direções
Anabela Asks For Directions
Anabela and Eusébio get lost on their way to a dinner reservation. Luckily, they meet someone who helps them find their way!
O Almoço de Família
The Family Lunch
Inês brings her boyfriend to lunch to meet Grandpa Ernesto and the rest of the family.
Visita ao T4
Visit to the 4-Bedroom Apartment
Gaspar views a 4-bedroom flat that is for sale in his favourite neighbourhood. He is pleasantly surprised by everything it has to offer.
Um Gato Capitalista
A Capitalist Cat
Sofia and Rui have just adopted two cats: Simba and Milka. They start to worry when they realize Simba hasn’t eaten any of his cat food. Perhaps he’s been eating something else…?
Limpezas de Primavera
Spring Cleaning
Camila is feeling refreshed after her yearly tradition of spring cleaning.
Apoio Ao Cliente
Customer Support
João calls the gas company’s customer service line after waiting all morning for a technician to show up.
Uma Lata Velha, Mas de Confiança!
A Tin Can (That's) Old, But Trustworthy!
Vítor and Paula are shopping for a used car to replace the “old tin can” they’ve been driving for the past 20 years.
O Rodrigo em Casa
Rodrigo at Home
A writer starts his morning and searches for inspiration.
Materiais de Construção
Construction Materials
César is doing some home renovations and stops by the builders’ merchant to purchase supplies.
Simone de Oliveira
Simone de Oliveira
Learn more about Simone de Oliveira, an iconic Portuguese singer and actress, who is known for her strength and boldness in the face of adversity.
O Vício Do Café
The Coffee Addiction
With a long day ahead of him, a man stops by a coffee shop to get his caffeine fix.
Ladrão que Rouba Ladrão Tem Cem Anos de Perdão
Thief Who Steals From Thief Has 100 Years of Forgiveness
Leonel’s house was robbed! Or was it…?
Visitar a Ponta da Piedade
Visiting Ponta da Piedade
Learn more about Ponta da Piedade, a beautiful place to visit in the south of Portugal!
Cuidado com a Tempestade
Watch Out for the Storm
In the midst of a hurricane, the residents of a small town are facing one disaster after another. The streets are flooded and João’s house is on fire! A reporter is live on the scene to follow the events as they unfold. If only someone would get help…
Inês e Ricardo em Quarentena
Inês and Ricardo in Quarantine
Follow along as Inês and Ricardo search for something fun to pass the time at home. Please excuse the (not very) “punny” wordplay…
Um Vegetariano Improvável
An Unlikely Vegetarian
After questioning her eating habits, Carla announces to Pedro that she’s going to try out a vegetarian diet. Will she have the willpower to stick with it?
Cremilde e o RostoBook
Cremilde and "RostoBook"
Learn some useful vocabulary for using the internet as Vasco patiently helps Cremilde set up her first “Rostobook” account.