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A famous Brazilian poet once defined Portuguese as “the last flower of Lazio, uncultivated and beautiful”. Today, I’ll give you more than a few reasons to agree with him through a comprehensive list of compelling and informative facts about the Portuguese language. I’m positive that, if you haven’t yet, this post will make you want to learn Portuguese asap! […]
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If you want to have some fun with the Dutch language here are 10 funny Dutch phrases you must know. Impress Dutchies by learning this list of speak words which are literally funny Dutch phrases translated to English. Improve your language abilities and have a laugh at the same time! 1. Make That the Cat […]
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Hailing from the land of incredible beaches and port wine, Portuguese is as beautiful as where it comes from. For a rapidly growing language spoken all around the world, there’s surprisingly not a lot of common knowledge on it. Whether you are learning Portuguese or are just brushing up on your knowledge of romance languages, […]
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The Portuguese language is one of the most important spoken around the world today. Not only is it the sixth most spoken language in the world, but it also has a presence on almost all of the continents. Here are some intriguing facts about this amazing language. It’s the official language of nine countries It […]
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1.You say: Flip flops Aussies say: Thongs If you’re in Australia during the summer (or any other time of the year, really) you might be wondering why Aussies keep talking about their underwear, how they’ve broken one, or if you’ve seen their missing pair. It’s the quintessential language mistake that most foreigners make. 2.You say: Kissing Aussies […]
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Would you believe that not everyone knows that Portuguese is the official language of Portugal? Some think that Spanish is spoken here, and although both languages do share many of the same words, pronunciation of European Portuguese resembles more of a Slavic language. Rather guttural at times, Portuguese here in Europe is riddled with plenty […]
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Planning a trip to Portugal? Don’t forget to learn a few basic Portuguese phrases and words before you go! It’s so important to learn some simple phrases in the local language for any trip, as it’s a great way to show respect to the locals and enrich your travel experience. Portuguese is a beautiful Romance […]
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Don’t EVER say “Gracias”! The Portuguese Language Survival Guide and some fun facts about the Portuguese Here you will find a collection of words and phrases, that will make you look like a very prepared and respectful tourist. Portuguese people are friendly and helpful; you can ask anyone on the street for directions, everyone will […]
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The Portuguese language is one of the most important spoken around the world today. Not only is it the sixth most spoken language in the world, but it also has a presence on almost all of the continents. Here are some intriguing facts about this amazing language. It’s the official language of nine countries It […]
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Hailing from the land of incredible beaches and port wine, Portuguese is as beautiful as where it comes from. For a rapidly growing language spoken all around the world, there’s surprisingly not a lot of common knowledge on it. Whether you are learning Portuguese or are just brushing up on your knowledge of romance languages, […]
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