Videos

Let’s find out what Rui carrying in his bag! How many of these common items can you learn today in European Portuguese? (Tip for Premium Members: For any episode like this one, you can add the most useful words to your Smart Review to commit them to your long-term memory.)

Damiana and Joel use objects around the office to show you the various demonstratives (this/that/these/those) and a few common adverbs of place (here/there). Learn which word to use when the object is near the speaker, near the listener, or far from both.

Noticing the subtle differences between sounds is the key to mastering European Portuguese comprehension and pronunciation. How many can you get right? (Note: Our Premium Members have access to an entire unit focused just on Minimal Pairs!)

When was the last time you cried?

It’s time for the annual Practice Portuguese Holiday Party! Grab a cozy drink (jeropiga, anyone?) and join us for some festive fun. This year, Rui and Joel asked: What Christmas Gift do you NOT want to receive? Obrigado to all who participated, and to all of our members who have supported Practice Portuguese for another […]

Join the Practice Portuguese team at their headquarters for a festive “White Elephant” gift exchange. Will they steal “presentes” from each other like savages, or play fair like good little Portuguese citizens?

What’s better than stuffing your face with bolo-rei? Sharing it with friends, of course! Join the Practice Portuguese team as we explore the delicious holiday sweets that make Christmas time in Portugal so special.

Get in the holiday spirit with the Practice Portuguese team as they gather around the Christmas tree to decorate, share their favourite memories, and even belt out some Christmas tunes!

In loving memory of Rui’s grandmother, the iconic Avó Odete, who shared her unforgettable charm and spirit with Practice Portuguese for nearly a decade. Since the very beginning, she was our greatest supporter, right up until her passing last year. This video is a collection of our favourite moments with her, including a few never-before-seen […]

Joel brings you along in his hunt for a birthday gift for a friend’s two-year-old daughter. You’ll hear some phrases you can use next time you’re shopping, and follow the entire transaction from start to finish. (Products and a local toy shop are featured, but as usual, this video was not sponsored – this is […]

Commonly referred to as “minimal pairs”, practicing hearing the difference between these similar-sounding words can help you unlock a whole new level of comprehension and pronunciation in European Portuguese.

When you’re not sure how to say something in Portuguese, sometimes you have to take a detour…

Take a peek inside Rui and Joel’s pantry and fridge to learn some European Portuguese food vocabulary.

What irritates you?

Rui, Joel, and Damiana start their day in the office chatting about coffee (do you know where the term ‘bica’ comes from?) and fitting in a bit of exercise.

Learn vocabulary for kitchen utensils, cookware, and appliances as you take a tour through Rui and Joel’s kitchen.

The team celebrates Dia de São Martinho with roasted chestnuts and jeropiga.

Joel interviews people about their hidden talents.

Do the Portuguese celebrate Halloween?

Learn vocabulary for household items as you take a tour through Rui and Joel’s living room.

Damiana catches a thief in the office!

Damiana and Rui help Joel with that tricky Portuguese “lh” sound! Brace yourself for some awkward mouth and nostril close-ups 👄🥴 (Check our Site Index for more pronunciation content!)

Joel chats with locals about their least favourite Portuguese dishes.

Learn vocabulary for household items as you take a tour of Joel and Rui’s entrance and dining room.