Despite Clara breaking half of our decorations, Rui and Joel manage to celebrate the holidays with the help of our members, who share with us their favourite holiday decorations. As you’d expect from us, there are lots of surprises throughout, (and you’ll learn lots of Portuguese without even realizing it!) Obrigado to everyone who generously […]
2021 Holiday Party!
A Melhor Associação Cultural do Porto
The Best Cultural Association In Porto
Sofia interviews Sr. Agostinho about a new art and culture space with some unusual exhibits…
Um Patrão dos Demónios
A Terrible Boss
Luisa finally stands up to her terrible boss.
Um Roubo e um Rombo
A Robbery And A "Leak"
Jorge tells Rute about all the bad luck he’s had lately. As a pronunciation challenge, see if you can notice all the similar sounding words (i.e. Minimal Pairs) spread throughout the dialogue.
Se o Teu Pai Fosse Rei
If Your Father Were King
Practice the the conditional and the subjunctive as João and Andreia ask each other hypothetical questions.
The Pastel de Nata Weight Loss Plan
Can football (soccer) players eat Pastéis de Nata every day❓🤔 In this video we are going to practice European Portuguese together while we talk to a personal trainer (and good friend) Rafael Cabrita. He shares some of his fitness and nutrition secrets, despite Rui and Joel’s best efforts to derail him with their silliest questions. […]
Uma Visita a Guimarães
A Visit To Guimaraes
Learn more about the city of Guimarães, known as the birthplace of Portugal.
Motociclismo
Motorcycling
Let’s learn about a popular mode of transportation in Portugal, as well as the rest of Europe: motorcycles!
25 de Abril
April 25Th
Learn why the 25th of April was such an important day in Portuguese history.
A Casa Escondida Que Separa Duas Igrejas
The Hidden House That Separates Two Churches
Did you know there is a hidden house between two famous churches in Porto?
A Fotografia Perfeita
The Perfect Photo
A photographer struggles to take the perfect photo. See how many minimal pairs you can find throughout the narrative.
Don’t Make This Mistake with Diminutives!
Portuguese people LOVE to use diminutives, such as adding -inho to make words cuter. But BE CAREFUL because there are a couple exceptions that can get you into big trouble!
Amália Rodrigues
Amália Rodrigues
Amália Rodrigues was one of the most important voices in the Fado music of Portugal.
Uma Bejeca Antes do Casamento
A "Cold One" Before The Wedding
Listen to some Portuguese slang words in action as Alfredo and Sílvia grab a beer while waiting for their friends.
A Ilha do Pico
Pico Island
Learn about Pico, one of the beautiful islands of the Azores and home to the highest peak in Portugal.
Desgosto De Amor
Heartbreak
Elsa’s boyfriend just broke up with her, so she goes to her friend Flávio for support. Notice how the imperfeito do conjuntivo is used throughout the dialogue.
Um Papa Português
A Portuguese Pope
Learn more about the only Portuguese pope elected in two millennia of church history.
Assim Como?
Like What?
Notice the many different uses of the word “assim” throughout this couple’s argument. Will they work out their issues? Assim espero!
António Egas Moniz
Learn more about António Egas Moniz, a Portuguese neurosurgeon who won a Nobel Prize.
Homem de Ferro
Ironman
Learn more about the international athletics competition known as “Ironman”.
Ser Bilingue É Ser Multicultural
To Be Bilingual is to Be Multicultural
Learning a language is one of the best ways to connect with other cultures!
A Cidade de Leiria
The City of Leiria
Leiria is a lively city in central Portugal with a beautiful castle, year-round festivals, and plenty of pine trees!
O Museu Nacional de Arte Antiga
The National Museum of Ancient Art
Learn more about a group of students and their visit to the National Museum of Ancient Art.
As Notícias Falsas do Correio Matinal
The Fake News From The Morning Mail
Bruno is captivated by his favourite morning news program as Carlos struggles to convince him it’s all fake news.