D. Maria and Catarina have a pleasant chat in the supermarket. Language focus: formal and informal “you” Cultural note: D. is an abbreviation for Dona, which is an honorific, similar to Ms. or Mrs. You may hear some Portuguese speakers use Dona to respectfully address a middle-aged or older woman who is a homemaker, or […]
À Conversa no Supermercado
Chatting in the Supermarket
À Descoberta de Sagres
Discovering Sagres
On the western tip of the Algarve, the village of Sagres attracts surfers, hikers, and beach-lovers alike. Correction: The 2 routes mentioned should be Via Algarviana (not Algarvia) and Rota Vicentina
A Nova Paixão Da Anabela
Anabela's New Passion
Explore relative pronouns in this passage about how Anabela began her new career.
O Namorado da Patrícia
Patrícia's Boyfriend
Zé invites Patrícia to a party. Notice how the verb dar is used in various idiomatic ways throughout their conversation.
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?
Até que a Tempestade Passe
Until The Storm Passes
As a storm rages in Portugal, Joca is convinced he can brave the elements. Keep an eye and ear out for many different uses of the preposition até.
Ana Vai ao Médico
Ana Goes To The Doctor
Ana goes to the doctor for a checkup.
O “Mestre” do Engate
The Pickup "Artist"
Zé tries some cheesy pick-up lines in an attempt to flirt with Cláudia.
Ao Telefone Com a Mãe
On The Phone With Mom
Tiago’s mother goes away for a few days and calls her son to make sure he’s taking care of things at home. Need more practice with clitic pronouns? You’ll notice there are many examples of how to merge clitic pronouns throughout the dialogue.
Uma Festa de Arromba
A Wild Party
Pedro is shocked when he returns home to find the aftermath of Sofia’s wild house party. Notice how the verb ficar is used in different ways throughout the dialogue.
Maria e Filipe Bebem Vinho
Maria And Filipe Drink Wine
Maria and Felipe have a simplified conversation about some of their likes and dislikes.
As Recomendações Da Sara
Sara's Recommendations
Sara gives Ana recommendations for new TV series to watch.
Um Queque e Um Sumo
A Muffin And A Juice
A short and simple dialogue about ordering at a Portuguese café.
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.
Gelados Santini
Santini Ice Creams
Have you been to Santini in Portugal? Learn more about the history of this famous ice cream shop!