We often get asked about how to say sorry and excuse me in Portuguese. Is there a difference between Com licença and Desculpe? What about Sinto muito? Lamento? Perdão? With so many options that have similar translations, it’s important to take context and cultural norms into account. In this Learning Note, we’ll cover which phrase(s) […]
Com Licença? Desculpe? Perdão?
O Dia de Portugal
Portugal Day
Happy Portugal Day!
Os Maios
The Maios
Spring is here, so it’s time to learn about the Portuguese tradition of “Os Maios”!
Portugal’s Love Affair with Bacalhau
In addition to being one of the most difficult Portuguese words for foreigners to pronounce correctly, is Portugal’s most treasured dish and it is highly associated with its national identity.
The Galo de Barcelos
can be seen pretty much all over Portugal, especially in those cute little souvenir shops. Usually the galo comes in ceramic form, but you will also see it embroidered on towels and aprons, in woodwork, and even on key-chains! The most common version of the Galo de Barcelos is black with colourful dots and red […]
Writing an Email in Portuguese
Ever wondered how to start and end an email in Portuguese? It’s not always as simple as translating the phrases you would use in your native language. What sounds friendly or formal in one language might sound rude or unusual in another. And you don’t want to greet a friend the same way you greet […]
Portugal Hates Boring Sidewalks!
If you’ve been to Portugal, you’ve probably noticed the artwork covering the sidewalks. Have you ever stopped to wonder how it’s done? Now’s your chance to find out! Rui & Joel meet up with Jesse, a Practice Portuguese member and apprentice at the Escola de Calceteiros, as well as Nuno, a teacher at the school […]
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.
O Delicioso Pastel de Nata
The Delicious Custard Tart
Have you tried a pastel de nata?
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.
Santos Populares (Festas de Santo António em Lisboa)
Popular Saints (Santo António Festivities In Lisbon)
Walk through Lisbon with Rui and Joel as they explore the annual festivities of Santo António!
As Touradas
The Bullfights
Learn about the controversy surrounding bullfighting in Portugal.
A Noite de Passagem de Ano
New Year's Eve Night
Learn how to celebrate New Years Eve, Portuguese style!
Alguém Pediu uma Francesinha?
Did Somebody Order A "Francesinha"?
Ahhh the famous Portuguese Francesinha, a staple of Portuguese cuisine! 🤤 The Francesinha is a traditional Portuguese dish that comes from Porto, a city in the north of Portugal. The recipe is simple: All you need is two slices of bread, a beef steak, several Portuguese sausages and cheese. The traditional Portuguese francesinha always comes […]
Festas de Lisboa
Lisbon's Festivals
Dia de Santo António is celebrated in Lisbon in the month of June. Find out what Sofia and Júlio plan to do during the event.
Ordering Coffee in Portugal | European Portuguese Listening Practice
In this video, you’ll learn how to order a coffee in Portugal, a task more complex than it seems! There are several types available and the lingo can vary from city to city. Don’t miss out on Portugal’s coffee culture, an essential part of daily life!
Museu De Serralves
Serralves Museum
The Serralves Museum is a prominent museum of contemporary art, surrounded by a large park and gardens.
Easter in Portugal
Have you ever wondered what it’s like to celebrate Easter in Portugal? Portugal is a country with deep Catholic roots, so is a big celebration here. In fact, it’s probably the second biggest holiday after Christmas. Páscoa marks the remembrance of the death and rebirth of .
Páscoa – Limpeza Anual, Briga De Casal
Easter - Annual Cleaning, Couple's Fight
The Fonseca family is a Portuguese family that celebrates Easter according to the traditional customs. Susana has been cleaning frantically to prepare her house for this special occasion, but not everything will go according to plan.
Vamos Falar Algarvio!
In this article by Lena Strang, originally published in Tomorrow Magazine, she shares an inside look at the Algarvian dialect and how it complements the lively culture of the Algarve region of Portugal. Throughout the article, you can listen to examples of how Portuguese is spoken in the Algarve. Then, to explore the character and […]
Compras Para a Passagem de Ano
Shopping for New Years Eve
A mother and son make a shopping list for their family New Year’s celebration.
25 De Dezembro
December 25th
For many people, Christmas is the most anticipated time of year. Learn more about how this festive time is celebrated in Portugal.
Casa Da Música
House Of Music
Learn more about Casa da Música, a space solely dedicated to music and the arts in Porto.
Ser Bilingue É Ser Multicultural
To Be Bilingual is to Be Multicultural
Learning a language is one of the best ways to connect with other cultures!