Learn more about the structure of Portugal’s government and the different political parties. *Quick lesson on the word ‘chato’: This word has a lighthearted connotation, similar to annoying/boring/pesky/unpleasant. If the grocery store doesn’t have your favourite brand of cereal, that’s ‘chato’, but a dictatorship is obviously much worse than ‘chato’. When we use this […]
Os Orgãos e Partidos da Républica Portuguesa
The Institutions And Parties Of The Portuguese Republic
Maria e Filipe Bebem Vinho
Maria And Filipe Drink Wine
Maria and Felipe have a simplified conversation about some of their likes and dislikes.
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.
Acreditas No Amor À Primeira Vista?
Do You Believe In Love At First Sight?
Filipe’s flirting skills might just be cheesy enough to work!
O Quadruplo Castigo
Quadruple Punishment
Four punishments in one day?! Note: pôr de castigo basically means to punish (someone). In this Shorty, the phrase takes on a few different meanings given the different contexts (detention, time-out, grounded, etc.).
A Visita dos Parentes
Visit From The Relatives
Zé throws a fit after realizing he forgot to buy parsley. Pay attention to the false cognates (a.k.a. falsos amigos – false friends) throughout the dialogue.
As Recomendações Da Sara
Sara's Recommendations
Sara gives Ana recommendations for new TV series to watch.
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).
António Costa
António Costa
Learn more about the life of António Costa, the prime minister of Portugal.
Pedido De Esclarecimento
Request For Clarification
Paulo hasn’t received his order yet, so he writes an email to customer service.
Um Queque e Um Sumo
A Muffin And A Juice
A short and simple dialogue about ordering at a Portuguese café.
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.
Gelados Santini
Santini Ice Creams
Have you been to Santini in Portugal? Learn more about the history of this famous ice cream shop!
O Dia de Portugal
Portugal Day
Happy Portugal Day!
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.
Uma Consulta Ao Advogado
An Appointment With The Lawyer
A man receives a letter from the court related to an alleged unpaid debt. He meets with a lawyer to go over the claim and to find out what he needs to do next. Note: In Portugal, Doutor is a title sometimes used for anyone with higher education, not just for medical doctors.
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.
A Sara Vai de Férias
Sara Goes On Vacation
Sara writes an email to her colleague before leaving for vacation.
Os Maios
The Maios
Spring is here, so it’s time to learn about the Portuguese tradition of “Os Maios”!
O Cromo do Escritório
The Office Fool
Marcelo gets fired after stinking up the office one too many times.
Tratado de Tordesilhas
Treaty Of Tordesillas
Follow along for a quick lesson on the Treaty of Tordesillas.
A Exploração Espacial
Space Exploration
Have you ever dreamt of exploring outer space?
Recordações De Uma Infância Feliz
Memories Of A Happy Childhood
A brother and sister reminisce on happy memories before clearing out their parents’ home.