VocaSpark was founded by Gabriel Antunes, a native Portuguese tutor with a degree in Languages and Culture who has been teaching Portuguese to international learners since 2017. After years of hearing the same frustration from students – that Portuguese grammar simply wasn’t sticking, no matter how many hours they spent studying, Gabriel realised there was …
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Moving to Porto is an exciting adventure – beautiful neighborhoods, friendly locals, delicious food, and a growing international community. But the first days can feel overwhelming if you don’t know where to start. This Welcome Kit in Porto gathers the essential information every newcomer needs: housing, transport, coworking, food shopping, language learning, and how to …
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Portugal transforms in Autumn (outono). The beaches get quieter, the air smells of roasted chestnuts, and locals start pulling out their casacos (coats) and cachecóis (scarves). Outono in Portugal is a time of celebration, tradition, and comfort. Anita da Silva, Portuguese teacher and founder of Portuguese With Anita, shares her favorite autumn expressions, traditions, and …
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In the mid-1500s, when Portuguese ships first reached the distant shores of Japan, two worlds met for the very first time. It was not only a meeting of merchants and missionaries, but also of ideas, inventions, and words. Through trade, faith, and curiosity, the Portuguese introduced Japan to new foods, technologies, and customs – and, …
Moving to Portugal is a big step. Now your days are filled with sunny afternoons, friendly smiles, and maybe a few “Wait… how do I say this?” moments. Once you settle in, the next challenge is feeling confident in everyday situations. Whether ordering your morning coffee, asking for directions, or chatting with the neighbour, speaking …
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Moving to Portugal as an expat can be an exciting adventure, but it also comes with its fair share of linguistic challenges. Whether you’ve relocated to chase your dream job, to stay with the love of your life, or simply to enjoy the nice weather and stunning landscapes, mastering the language is essential for effective …
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Below I have collected some funny mistakes not only foreigners do while trying to speak Portuguese. Let me know in comments what were your mistakes 🙂 Have fun! This was probably my funniest mistake I have experienced so far. While I was in one of my favorite restaurants ordering one of my favorite meals, I …
In our next article we will show you some words that are phonetically and in meaning surprisingly the same in Portuguese and Slovak (and often in Czech) language, but different in English. Therefore as an expat in Portugal, sometimes it is easier to use the word from your mother tongue than trying to explain it …
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As an expat you certainly try to learn some Portuguese. But to get even closer to the native Portuguese, it is always nice to know also some slang words. In our next article, we will teach you 5 common slang Portuguese words starting with T.
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