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O Aquecimento Global
Global Warming
Padrão dos Descobrimentos
The Monument of the Discoveries
Learn about the Padrão dos Descobrimentos monument in Lisbon.
Operação Stop
Traffic Stop
Don’t get caught off guard during a traffic stop in Portugal! Follow along to see how this driver communicates with authorities and learn useful vocabulary, such as the names of documents you may need to show. These “operações STOP” can be performed by a GNR officer (Guarda Nacional Republicana) or by a PSP officer (Polícia […]
Estação de São Bento
São Bento Station
The São Bento train station is an important landmark in Porto.
A Revolução Liberal
The Liberal Revolution
Learn more about a turbulent period of Portugal’s history: the French invasions and the revolution that followed.
Jantar em Casa do José
Dinner At José's House
José and Diogo watch the game together. Keep an eye (or ear) out for irregular verbs in the present tense, such as ter, poder, querer, and ir, plus many common conversational phrases.
Pedido De Esclarecimento
Request For Clarification
Paulo hasn’t received his order yet, so he writes an email to customer service.
Uma Consulta Ao Advogado
An Appointment With The Lawyer
A man receives a letter from the court related to an alleged unpaid debt. He meets with a lawyer to go over the claim and to find out what he needs to do next. Note: In Portugal, Doutor is a title sometimes used for anyone with higher education, not just for medical doctors.
Tratado de Tordesilhas
Treaty Of Tordesillas
Follow along for a quick lesson on the Treaty of Tordesillas.
O Jardim de Arca d’Água
The Water Ark Garden
Learn more about Arca d’Água, a beautiful park in the city of Porto.
Um Imigrante Holandês
A Dutch Immigrant
Jan visits the Câmara Municipal to get his certificado de registo (registration certificate).
O Homem das Entregas
The Delivery Man
Clara gets a lot of packages delivered, all by the same delivery man!
Goa
Goa
Learn more about Portuguese influence in the Indian state of Goa. 🇮🇳
O Tempo e as Estações
Time And Seasons
A teacher leads his class in a lesson about the calendar. The students answer questions about time, dates, seasons of the year, and weather.
A Primeira Aula de Português
The First Portuguese Class
David and Sandra meet while waiting for their Portuguese class to begin. Follow along as they introduce themselves and make small talk.
Um Festival de Verão
A Summer Festival
João and Luís enjoy their summer break by going to one of the popular music festivals held in Portugal.
25 de Abril
April 25Th
Learn why the 25th of April was such an important day in Portuguese history.
O Mosteiro da Batalha
The Batalha Monastery
Learn about the Mosteiro da Batalha, an emblematic monument in the history of Portugal.
The 2020 Holiday Party
We wrap up 2020 with the spotlight on our members from all over the world, as they describe their favourite traditional holiday foods and drinks. You’ll also get to meet more of the Practice Portuguese team (with an appearance from Avó Odete), while our set (and post-rum-cider Joel) start falling apart. A huge “obrigado” to all […]
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.
Uma Viagem ao Douro
A Trip To The Douro
Learn more about João’s trip from Lisbon to Régua aboard a historic train.
Uma Visita a Coimbra
A Visit to Coimbra
Learn more about the various historical sites you can visit in the city of Coimbra!
Viseu, Senhora da Beira
Viseu, Lady of Beira
Learn more about the city of Viseu and its fascinating history.
Uma Visita a Évora
A Visit to Évora
Isabel and Luísa are college students who take a break to explore the beautiful and historic city of Évora!