Shorties

José tells us why he enjoyed traveling in the interior of Portugal more than Lisbon. Later, Sara asks him questions about his trip.

Tiago teaches Oliver about a few common coffee orders in Portugal.

Rodrigo and Manuela enjoy a sunny afternoon together, discussing travel and exploring new places nearby. You may notice a number of false cognates throughout the story.

Sofia can’t find her book and enlists Lucas to help her with the search. This story uses simple vocabulary and common verbs in the present tense.

Guilherme and Teresa watch the drama unfold at a wedding with a very unconventional priest.

Rui and his neighbour Dona Benilde discuss some frustrating problems in their apartment building.

Ester agrees to participate in a statistical study about Mafra families by answering a few questions.

Learn Portuguese adverbs in context through this conversation at a book store.

Artur and Nuno get a table at a restaurant in Portugal.

Augusto’s forgetfulness leads to an encounter with Dona Irene, the porteira. They go on to discuss some problems in the apartment building. Note: A porteira is similar to a concierge / janitor / caretaker for an entire building, but nowadays this is a dying profession. The role was often filled by older Portuguese women.

Beatriz goes to a flower shop in Lisbon.

Learn more about the Golden Visa program and how it has changed over the years.