António tells Vítor about one of his favourite plays.
A Distração Perfeita
The Perfect Distraction
Semana Produtiva
Productive Week
A man talks about what he did yesterday and today. Notice how different forms of the past tense are used throughout the story.
Cais do Sodré
Cais do Sodré
Learn about the vibrant neighbourhood of Cais do Sodré, home of the famous “Pink Street”.
Estação de São Bento
São Bento Station
The São Bento train station is an important landmark in Porto.
Estás A Ser Sarcástica?
Are You Being Sarcastic?
Rivals Joaquim and Rita catch up and discuss their careers. How many Portuguese-English cognates do you notice throughout their dialogue?
O Segredo Do Bernardo
Bernardo's Secret
As Bernardo and Jaime discuss a tennis tournament, keep an eye/ear out for Portuguese-English cognates. Can you guess the meaning of some words without turning the translation on?
O Concerto Da Gisela
The Gisela Concert
Pedro and Rita make plans to go to a concert.
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.
Viver Para Dar aos Outros
Living To Give To Others
Martim finds his calling. Verbs practice: irregular Portuguese verbs in the simple past tense (pretérito perfeito).
Vasco da Gama
Vasco Da Gama
Learn more about Vasco da Gama, a famous Portuguese explorer who sailed to India.
Rita E Raquel Vão Ao Cinema
Rita And Raquel Go To The Movie Theater
Rita and Raquel talk about their plans as they get ready to go out for the evening. Listen for regular -ar verbs conjugated in the present tense.
Memórias De Ontem
Memories Of Yesterday
Sofia and André talk about everything they did yesterday with their friends. Notice how different forms of the past tense are used throughout the dialogue.
O Miguel Faz A Vontade À Gisela
Miguel Humors Gisela
Gisela tells Miguel about her new favourite TV show. Take note of the irregular verbs used throughout the dialogue.
Tratado de Tordesilhas
Treaty Of Tordesillas
Follow along for a quick lesson on the Treaty of Tordesillas.
Conversa no Jardim
Conversation In The Garden
Two friends talk about cats and an upcoming wedding.