Liliana and Bruno discuss some problems in their relationship. Notice how the verb ficar is used in a variety of different ways throughout their conversation.
Liliana Precisa De Tempo
Liliana Needs Time
Matilde Vai Às Compras
Matilde Goes Shopping
Matilde picks out some bed linens and towels with some help from the shopkeeper.
Na Festa da Laura
At Laura's Party
Bianca and Rodolfo meet at a mutual friend’s party. Notice the variety of ways the preposition “de” is used throughout their conversation.
Trocas E Devoluções
Exchanges And Returns
A woman visits a clothing shop to exchange a blouse she received as a gift.
As Touradas
The Bullfights
Learn about the controversy surrounding bullfighting in Portugal.
Uma Bicicleta Quase Nova
An Almost New Bicycle
Sílvia picks up her bicycle from the repair shop.
Mais Uma Encomenda
One More Package
Carolina may have gone too far with the Christmas shopping!
Duelo De Irmãos
Brother's Duel
These brothers take game night very seriously… While they play, you can practice differentiating the verbs saber vs. conhecer.
Dia De Todos Os Santos
All Saints' Day
Learn more about All Saints’ Day in Portugal.
Porque Não Vieste à Festa?
Why Didn't You Come To The Party?
João is irritated that Ana keeps skipping out on their plans. Practice differentiating between the verbs ver and vir throughout the dialogue.
Cascais
Learn more about Cascais, a beautiful coastal area just west of Lisbon.
Primeira Vez Em Portugal
First Time In Portugal
A tourist and his partner arrive in Lisbon. Follow along as they get help buying SIM cards for their cellphones.
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.
A Maior Abóbora do Mundo
The World's Largest Pumpkin
Bernardo is interviewed about his greatest accomplishment: growing the largest pumpkin in the world!
Pôr Tudo em Pratos Limpos
Setting The Record Straight (Putting Everything On Clean Plates)
Adriana tells Nuno about how her last relationship ended. Verbs practice: irregular verbs in the simple past
Licença Para Sair Da Mesa
Permission To Leave The Table
Rodrigo must finish his food before he can leave the table. Prepositions practice: Notice how the preposition “para” is used throughout the dialogue.
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 Boa Esperança
The Good Hope
Learn more about the Boa Esperança, a replica of the early caravels launched on perilous journeys in the 15th century. Adapted and translated from an article by Lena Strang in Tomorrow Magazine.
Receita de Torradas de Cogumelos
Mushroom Toast Recipe
Follow along with this simple vegetarian recipe using some delicious Portuguese ingredients. The formal imperative mood is used throughout.
Monumento Aos Combatentes Do Ultramar
Monument To The Overseas Combatants
Learn about the history behind the Monument to the Overseas Combatants in Belém.
Gostos Semelhantes
Similar Interests
Rita realizes that she has quite a bit in common with Marcelo’s siblings! Listen for lots of possessive pronouns and possessive determiners throughout their conversation.