Join the Practice Portuguese team at their headquarters for a festive “White Elephant” gift exchange. Will they steal “presentes” from each other like savages, or play fair like good little Portuguese citizens?

What’s better than stuffing your face with bolo-rei? Sharing it with friends, of course! Join the Practice Portuguese team as we explore the delicious holiday sweets that make Christmas time in Portugal so special.

In this beginner Portuguese comprehension episode, Tiago talks to his father, showing us how to use estar + a + infinitivo to describe an action that is currently happening (i.e. the present continuous tense).

In this video, you’ll learn basic vocabulary related to clothing in Portuguese. Follow the dialogue between Hugo and his son, Tiago, who are getting dressed for a family outing.

In this beginner episode, Tiago learns that men and women drink different beverages than children… 🍷🧃 Here’s what you may notice throughout the dialogue: indefinite articles (um and uma) definite articles (o, os, a, as) basic conjunctions (e, ou) the verbs ser (to be) and beber (to drink) – present tense (We’ll cover verbs / […]

In today’s European Portuguese Listening Practice episode, João talks to his friend Pedro about his passion for reading and writing. Does Pedro feel the same way?

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 […]

As dinner is served, Hugo reveals some unusual eating habits…

Maria joins João and Pedro to talk about all the ambitions a girl can have in the 21st century.

At an age when they have to start planning their futures, João and Pedro try to figure out their ideal occupations.

The birth of a new baby prompts a colourful conversation with Tiago, who is fascinated with little Bruno.

Like any curious child, Tiago is constantly asking his parents questions, but some are easier to answer than others…