Insults in European Portuguese are words and expressions used to insult, tease, or express frustration. They range from mild slang to strong offensive language. Whether you want to move to Portugal or are just having dinner with your Portuguese friends, knowing insults in Portuguese can help you navigate simple interactions. It allows you to know…
Have you been learning Portuguese for a long time now? Whether your answer is yes or no, you have probably noticed that listening is not the most important resource in most methods. You will find recommendations for countless textbooks and vocabulary apps when you first start approaching the Portuguese language. But few include activities dedicated…
“How long does it take to learn Portuguese?” Of all the questions about learning Portuguese, this one is among the most researched online. The truth is that learning a language is no easy task. It requires time, effort, and often economic investment. So it makes sense that you would want to know what you are…
When in Portugal, never do these three things: Have you ever realized too late that a familiar-looking word in another language actually meant the opposite? After all, some words in other languages are similar and share the same meaning as words in your native language. But how can you identify these terms? And how can…
A recent column in The Guardian had the title: Tim Dowling: six years of Duolingo and I speak a little Italian, but understand nothing. Can you relate to this feeling? Have you been studying Portuguese for years on end, without being able to have even a short conversation? If this is you, know you are…
Regardless of your mother tongue, you probably know and use slang words. Slang is a unique aspect of language, used mostly in casual conversation. It includes terms and expressions that are informal, playful, or humorous, and not often seen in written form. Besides, many slang words are characteristic of specific groups and regions. As such,…
This or that? These or those? Demonstratives are words that exist in every language. Their purpose is to point to specific items while indicating their distance from the speaker in physical space and time. But while American and British English have only four demonstratives, Portuguese has fifteen. How can you learn these forms? How can…
When you decide to learn a new language, social media might be the first place you look to for tips on how to be successful. You might search for videos featuring natives or lists of study materials and essential phrases. But sooner or later, you move on to other methods, like language-learning apps and courses….
Was learning a Romance language like Portuguese one of your New Year’s resolutions? How are you getting along? At Portuguese with Carla & Friends, we are rooting for your success. But we also know that a staggering 94% of people do not stick to their resolutions in the long run. So we want to help!…