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 […]
Eu Só Queria Tomar o Pequeno-Almoço
I Just Wanted To Have Breakfast
Diogo is in a bad mood and just wants some breakfast. Unfortunately, everywhere he goes seems to be closed. Listen for regular -ir verbs in the present tense throughout the story, including abrir, desistir, vestir, and decidir. Remember, they’re conjugated with almost the same endings as regular -er verbs!
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.
Conversas Cruzadas
Cross Talk
Remote learning and working is not easy! Carlota logs into her online class just as her mother starts a work meeting. With so many voices, it becomes difficult for either of them to focus…
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.
Um Papa Português
A Portuguese Pope
Learn more about the only Portuguese pope elected in two millennia of church history.
Lenda das Amendoeiras em Flor
Legend Of The Blossoming Almond Trees
Hear the legend behind why almond trees grow in the Algarve. For more, you can enjoy the longer version from our podcast archives!
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!
Um Passeio Estragado
A Ruined Stroll
Ivo’s plans to take a simple walk get a bit more complicated when António asks him to run some errands.
António Egas Moniz
Learn more about António Egas Moniz, a Portuguese neurosurgeon who won a Nobel Prize.
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 […]
Elevador De Santa Justa
Santa Justa Elevator
The Santa Justa elevator (lift), built in 1900 to allow greater accessibility around the city, has now become a popular tourist attraction in downtown Lisbon.
Casa Da Música
House Of Music
Learn more about Casa da Música, a space solely dedicated to music and the arts in Porto.
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!