Damiana, Rui, and Joel discuss their experiences with glasses and vision care in Portugal, from choosing frames, to dealing with eye conditions like myopia, cataracts, and astigmatism, to pronouncing oftalmologista! 😬
Uma Conversa Sobre Óculos
A Conversation About Glasses
Sobrecarregado de Trabalho
Overworked
João and Miguel catch up and compare their work-life balance. Take note of how compound tenses are used throughout the dialogue.
Doutora, Tenho Uma Dúvida
Doctor, I Have a Question
At the hospital, Mário consults with Lisa about a patient with recurrent gastrointestinal issues, seeking advice on further testing.
Ando Apenas Cansada
I’ve Just Been Tired
What’s wrong with Rita? Find out as you explore how the verb andar is used in context.
O Super-Poder De Não Fazer Nada
The Superpower of Doing Nothing
A man puts down his phone to rediscover the art of boredom.
Vocabulário de Ginásio
Gym Vocabulary
We join Rui at Rafa’s gym in Lisbon, where they discuss gym-related vocabulary that is sure to come in handy during your next workout!
Banhos… de Floresta?
Forest... bathing?
Adapted from an article by Julie Fox, the founder of Feel More Connected, a women’s wellbeing blog that focuses on connecting with nature, yourself, and other people.
Surpresas No Escritório
Surprises at the Office
Learn Portuguese with Joana and Damiana as they organize the office and try a questionable protein bar. 🥴
Alergias o Ano Todo
All-Year Allergies
Joel and Pedro chat about their allergy woes.
Dois Dedos de Conversa Antes do Trabalho
A Little Chat Before Work
Coworkers João and Camila chat about family responsibilities and routines on their way into the office.
Couves e Alfaces
Cabbages and Lettuces
Luís and Joel have a casual chat and end up debating the nutritional value of lettuce.
Novo Ginásio Do Rafa
Rafa's New Gym
Rafa shows us around his new gym.


Damiana
Joel
Rui
Luís
Pedro P
Eliana
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