Learn more about the history of the Castle of the Moors, located in Sintra.
O Castelo dos Mouros
Castle Of The Moors
Liliana Precisa De Tempo
Liliana Needs Time
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.
Conversa no Jardim
Conversation In The Garden
Two friends talk about cats and an upcoming wedding.
Chamada de Emergência
Emergency Call
Gustavo makes an emergency call.
À Procura De Casa
Looking For A House
Fernando meets with his real estate agent, Eduarda, to tour a house that’s for sale. Notice how they navigate formal/informal treatments in Portuguese.
Saudação ao Gato
Cat Salutation
Rival neighbours Marina and José attend a yoga class. For more context, we suggest you first listen to the 3-minute Shorty – À Procura da Gata Perdida. Thanks to one of our members, Sarah, for writing this episode! ❤️
A Melhor Invenção da Humanidade
Mankind's Best Invention
Time for a cheesy episode!
Óculos Graduados
Eyeglasses
A woman goes shopping for new eyeglasses. Follow along to learn some new vocabulary you could use in this situation.
A Estrada Mais Longa de Portugal
The Longest Road In Portugal
Have you ever driven on Portugal’s longest road? Adapted from an article by Julie Fox, of the popular Julie Dawn Fox in Portugal travel blog.
Jantar De Colegas… Ou Algo Mais?
Dinner Between Colleagues... Or Something More?
Paulo and Vanda get to know each other away from the office. The conjuntivo mood is featured throughout their conversation.
Preparação para o Teste
Test Preparation
A teacher prepares her class for an upcoming test and Agostinho has plenty of questions ready!
Resoluções de Ano Novo
New Year's Resolutions
What are your New Year’s resolutions?
O Bebé Pequerrucho
The Tiny Baby
Learn how to talk about (and to) babies as Joaquim stops by to meet Sandra’s son for the first time. You’ll notice there are lots of words in the diminutive form!
Uma Surpresa Para o Igor
A Surprise For Igor
Cláudia and Vasco plan a surprise for Igor’s birthday. Take note of how the personal infinitive is used throughout their conversation.
O Jardim de Arca d’Água
The Water Ark Garden
Learn more about Arca d’Água, a beautiful park in the city of Porto.
Um Imigrante Holandês
A Dutch Immigrant
Jan visits the Câmara Municipal to get his certificado de registo (registration certificate).
O Homem das Entregas
The Delivery Man
Clara gets a lot of packages delivered, all by the same delivery man!
Se o Plano Correr Bem
If The Plan Goes Well
Luís and Rita come up with a hare-brained scheme to rob a jewellery store. As they discuss their plans, take note of how the futuro do conjuntivo is used throughout.
Magusto
St. Martin’s Day
Magusto is a celebration that happens on o Dia de São Martinho in Portugal. Follow along for an amusing retelling of the legend of St. Martin, and to find out what type of food and drinks you can enjoy on this day.
Mensagem De Agradecimento
Thank You Message
A friend leaves a voicemail thanking Susana for letting her stay in her home for a few days. Take note of how the subjunctive mood (futuro do conjuntivo and presente do conjuntivo) is used throughout the message.
Matilde Vai Às Compras
Matilde Goes Shopping
Matilde picks out some bed linens and towels with some help from the shopkeeper.
Os Benefícios De Viajar
The Benefits of Travelling
Need another reason to plan a holiday? Find out more about the health benefits of travel!
Carolos à Moda da Beira-Alta
Beira-Alta Style Carolos
Learn Portuguese while cooking a delicious meal with this recipe for Beira-Alta Style Carolos.
Ajuda a Preencher a Papelada
Help Filling Out The Paperwork
Matilda asks David for help with filling out her SEF application for permanent residency in Portugal.