Cátia and Manuel discuss their weekend plans.
Cátia e Manuel Fazem Planos
Cátia And Manuel Make Plans
O Dia da Vacina
The Day Of The Vaccine
Anselmo gets the Covid-19 vaccine. Follow along to prepare for the questions you may be asked at your appointment. This episode is longer than usual (a Longy rather than a Shorty!), but it includes lots of useful vocabulary and expressions as the characters discuss medical history, symptoms, and some myths about the vaccine. Members can […]
Pai, Quero Mudar A Casa
Dad, I Want To Change The House
A young woman asks for her father’s help with some shopping and home renovations. Learn new vocabulary for tools and home supplies.
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.
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.
Imprevistos Em Televisão
Unforeseen Situations On Tv
Vanda and António discuss how to handle a work emergency. Notice how the speakers use acabar + de + infinitive verb to refer to the recent past, i.e. something that “just” happened.
O Aniversário Da Jéssica
Jessica's Birthday
Sofia and Jorge forgot to buy Jessica something for her birthday. Explore the conditional and the subjunctive as they talk about what they should do.
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!
Encontro No Parque
Meeting In The Park
Filipa and António make small talk after meeting in the park with their dogs.
O Roubo do Caril
The Theft Of The Curry
Practice the imperative mood as Carlos tries to keep up with Sara’s cooking instructions!
Feliz Ano Novo!
Happy New Year!
Martin and Constança have a romantic start to the New Year.
Compras Para a Passagem de Ano
Shopping for New Years Eve
A mother and son make a shopping list for their family New Year’s celebration.
Onde Estão Os Miúdos?
Where Are The Kids?
Sandro and Noélia discuss whether or not it’s a good idea to let Ana babysit their children.
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 […]
Clássicos De Natal
Christmas Classics
Luís and Carolina discuss their favourite Christmas songs!
Prendas De Natal
Christmas Gifts
Luís and Mariana head to the mall to find the perfect Christmas gifts for their parents!
Um Encontro na Biblioteca
An Encounter at the Library
Catarina and Tiago discuss their favorite literary genres as they look for new books to read at the library.
Por Quem Me Tomas?
Who Do You Take Me For?
Miguel has a short conversation with Bruna before heading to the grocery store. Notice how the preposition “por” is used in a variety of different contexts throughout their dialogue.
A Contar Os Dias Para As Férias
Counting The Days To Vacation
Clara talks to Luís about her upcoming travel plans. Notice how the futuro do conjuntivo is used throughout their dialogue.
Já Não É Possível Viver Sem…
It's Not Possible To Live Without...
Can Carla and Marcelo last the whole weekend without their cell phones?
Inspeção a um Carro Estimado
Inspection of a Cherished Car
Helena brings her car in for its required inspection. It seems she has quite a bit to learn about car maintenance…
Querida, Perdi A Carteira
Honey, I Lost My Wallet
Rodrigo lost his wallet again and Márcia is helping him look for it. Throughout the dialogue, notice the different uses of the preposition “em” and how it forms contractions with many other words such as in noutro, nela, no, etc.
Pedido De Informações Ao SEF
SEF Information Request
A man calls SEF to get more information about the process of obtaining permanent residency in Portugal.
Pedir uma Cerveja
Ordering a Beer
Vitória goes out for drinks with her brother and a friend. Follow along as she orders beer in Portugal.