Adriano tells us about each member of his family. Toggle on the Translate button and explore the differences between the verbs ser and estar, the verbs that mean “to be”. For this episode, let’s focus more on exploring the language, instead of comprehending what you hear. Listen once and then go through line by line, […]
A Família do Adriano
Adriano's Family
Palavras Opostas
Opposite Words
Leonor has a test on opposite words tomorrow, so she asks her father to help her study while they walk home from school. Throughout their practice, you’ll learn lots of Portuguese adjectives, plus many examples of when to use ser vs. estar.
A Árvore de Natal
The Christmas Tree
Matilde and her mother decorate the Christmas tree!
Temos de Manter a Rotina
We Have To Maintain Our Routine
Working from home with kids is no easy task! Follow along as this family does their best to adjust to the new routine.
As Papas De Aveia Da Avó
Grandma's Oatmeal
João asks his grandmother to teach him how she makes her delicious oatmeal.
Um Domingo Numa Mesa Portuguesa
A Sunday At A Portuguese Table
Teresa and her son Adriano enjoy their usual Sunday lunch together.
Convidados da Festa
Party Guests
Isabel goes to a party where she doesn’t know anyone, so Eduardo tells her about each of the guests.
O Pai Que Não Gosta De Gatos
The Father Who Doesn't Like Cats
Gabriela needs someone to take care of her cat while she’s away, so she begs her father, who definitely doesn’t like cats! Could a few weeks together give him a change of heart?
Dois Pais à Conversa
Two Parents Chatting
Two parents meet and realize their children go to the same school. Hear some basic conversation skills in action: introductions, greetings, simple comments, and questions.
Vamos à Praia
Let's Go to the Beach
Zé decides to go to the beach with his two daughters. Why are they taking so long to get ready?
O Fim De Semana Da Joana
Joana's Weekend
Joana had a wonderful weekend! Listen for the simple past tense as she describes all the fun she had with her family.
Sapateado em Família
Family Tap Dancing
Rafael and his parents have been stuck at home for a while and they’re running out of options for entertainment!
O Dia a Dia da Rute
Rute's Day to Day
Learn more about Rute’s life, including her job, her family, and their busy daily routine. Keep an eye out for lots of useful verbs in the infinitive.
Uma Carta Enviada Ao Engano
A Letter Sent By Mistake
Mauro is panicking after mistakenly sending a private letter to his mother!
O Almoço de Família
The Family Lunch
Inês brings her boyfriend to lunch to meet Grandpa Ernesto and the rest of the family.