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aprendendo português brasileiro
Portuguese for foreigners
By Prof. Audrey Lyra
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Informal Brazilian expressions that every student should know
The Portuguese spoken in Brazil is rich in expressions that often don't make sense when translated literally. To sound more natural, it's essential to know our informal expressions!

Prof. Audrey Lyra
Oct 20, 20252 min read


Popular Brazilian expressions that come from soccer
If there's one thing Brazilians love, it's soccer! And it's no wonder that the country's most popular sport has also influenced our language. Many expressions used in everyday life have their origins in the soccer fields, bringing emotion, humor and a special touch to our conversations. Let's explore some of them?

Prof. Audrey Lyra
Jun 24, 20252 min read


How to greet and say goodbye in Portuguese
Communicating well in Portuguese is a valuable skill, especially in Brazil, where interpersonal interaction is very rich. One of the fundamental aspects of effective communication is knowing keywords. These words not only make it easier to understand, but they also help you make meaningful connections. For example, knowing greetings like "olá", "bom dia" and goodbye expressions like "até breve" are essential for any foreigner learning the language. Brazilians, in general, hav

Prof. Audrey Lyra
Feb 28, 20252 min read
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