Romance languages

Passing the A2 Portuguese Citizenship Test

Dreaming of Portuguese citizenship? The A2 CIPLE language exam is a vital step on your journey. This comprehensive guide breaks…

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Portuguese for Travel: 20 Phrases You’ll Actually Use

Don't just pack a phrasebook, learn what matters for your trip to Portugal or Brazil. This curated list goes beyond…

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The Ultimate Guide to Portuguese Slang (Brazil)

Tired of sounding like a Portuguese textbook? This guide breaks down the essential Brazilian slang words like 'legal', 'valeu', and…

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Funny Portuguese Jokes to Impress Your Friends

Ready to get a laugh and a language lesson all in one? We're breaking down five simple but brilliant Portuguese…

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Cracking the Code: The Portuguese Language in Macau

Wander through Macau and you'll find a city where languages collide in a unique blend of Cantonese and Portuguese. This…

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How to Ask ‘How Are You?’ Like a Brazilian

Stop saying 'Como você está?'. While technically correct, Brazilians almost never use it in daily conversation. This guide will teach…

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The Most Beautiful Word in Portuguese (It’s Not Love)

While 'amor' (love) is a beautiful word, the true soul of the Portuguese language is captured by the untranslatable concept…

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The Hidden Arabic Roots of the Portuguese Language

Did you know common Portuguese words like 'alface' (lettuce) and 'açúcar' (sugar) come directly from Arabic? This fascinating linguistic heritage…

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European vs Brazilian: Which Should You Learn?

Planning to learn Portuguese but stuck on which version to choose? European and Brazilian Portuguese have distinct differences in sound,…

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From Latin to Lisbon: A History of Portuguese

From the Vulgar Latin of Roman soldiers to the courts of Al-Andalus, the Portuguese language has a dramatic and surprising…

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