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Os Benefícios De Viajar
The Benefits of Travelling
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.
Perfeitos Desconhecidos
Perfect Strangers
It was love at first sight for these two perfect strangers.
Óbidos
Óbidos
Learn more about Óbidos, a picturesque village framed by a castle wall.
Marcar Uma Consulta
Schedule An Appointment
Natalia calls to make an appointment at a medical clinic.
A Sopa da Diana
Diana's Soup
A group of friends are about to go see a movie. Before they leave, Diana decides to make dinner for everyone, despite not being a very good cook… Take note of how regular -ar verbs (such as chegar, começar, cozinhar, ajudar, cortar, etc.) are conjugated in the present tense (presente do indicativo) throughout the dialogue. […]
A Primeira Casa Da Matilde
Matilde's First House
After inheriting her grandparents’ cherished home, Matilde decides to do some renovations.
No Jogo Do Francisquinho
At Little Francisco's Game
Ana and Edmundo watch Francisco’s soccer game.
Uma Imigrante Americana
An American Immigrant
Amanda goes to her SEF appointment to get her certificado de residência (residency certificate).
Dia De Teste
Test Day
Learn useful classroom vocabulary in this Shorty about students receiving some disappointing test results.
Mouraria
Mouraria
Welcome to Mouraria, one of Lisbon’s most authentically Portuguese neighbourhoods, known for its history and diversity.
A Permacultura é Sustentável
Permaculture Is Sustainable
One of our members is a permaculture designer and when he suggested we add more episodes about nature and sustainability, we thought it would be best to leave it to the experts! Follow along as Jason Gardiner ([email protected]) shares his thoughts on permaculture in his article that we have translated to Portuguese. Follow him on […]
Carapaus de Corrida
Racing Mackerels (i.e. Getting Cocky)
Rodrigo reminisces about his favourite tavern: Tasquinha do Zé Pipo. Notice how the imperfeito do indicativo (past continuous) is used throughout the dialogue.
O Delicioso Pastel de Nata
The Delicious Custard Tart
Have you tried a pastel de nata?
Goa
Goa
Learn more about Portuguese influence in the Indian state of Goa. 🇮🇳
Noite De São João
St. John's Night
Learn about the São João festival in Porto! This famous festival has many unique traditions and symbols, from plastic hammers to the cascatas that are built and displayed along the streets. Cascatas means waterfalls or cascades, but here it refers to models of miniature villages, showing scenes from life long ago.
Número de Identificação Fiscal
Tax Identification Number
Clark visits the local Loja do Cidadão to get his NIF (Portuguese tax number). He has to wait a while, but once his number is called, it’s a quick and easy process! One important vocabulary word to note is senha. This translates to password, but it also refers to the tickets you take from a […]
A Caravela
The Caravel
Learn more about the history of the caravel! Adapted and translated from an article by Lena Strang in Tomorrow Magazine.
A Cabeça Preservada de Diogo Alves
Diogo Alves' Preserved Head
Hear the disturbing story of Diogo Alves, known as the the Águas Livres Aqueduct killer.
Almoço em Casa da Dona Graça
Lunch At Dona Graça's House
Senhor Esteves stops by to say hello to Dona Graça and her daughter, Carla. Since it’s almost lunchtime, they invite him to stay for a meal. Notice the different levels of formality used among the different speakers.
Aqueduto Das Águas Livres
Águas Livres Aqueduct
Have you ever noticed the huge structure of pointed arches stretching high above some of the roads and buildings in Lisbon? This is the aqueduct that brought water to many generations of Lisbon’s people for over 200 years.
Dionísio Vai Ao Hospital
Dionísio Goes To The Hospital
Dionísio goes to the hospital for a doctor’s appointment. Correction: On line 2 you’ll hear ‘passando’, but it should be ‘passado’ as shown in the text. Desculpe!
A Diana
Diana
A woman shares some gossip about her neighbour, Diana. Notice how different demonstratives are used throughout the dialogue.