Listen & Learn - European Portuguese & Culture

By Silvia Ribeiro

What's Listen & Learn - European Portuguese & Culture about?

What if you could improve your Portuguese speaking and pronunciation while you learn about Portugal's culture at the same time?

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Listen & Learn - European Portuguese & Culture episodes:

05.05.2024
A tua razão para falar Português Europeu
Today we will find WHY you are learning European Portuguese, so that you will never forget HOW you will do it. . ACCESS MY MINI CLASSES: https://www.instagram.com/_withsilvia_ . FIND THE TRANSCRIPTIONS OF ALL THE EPISODES: https://www.withsilvia.com . ONLINE PORTUGUESE COURSES: https://withsilvia.com/portuguese-online-course-lessons-classes/ . SUPPORT MY WORK & ACCESS ALL THE HIDDEN EPISODES: https://www.patreon.com/withsilvia
04.21.2024
Como aprendi a falar francês fluentemente em alguns meses?
In this episode I want to share with you my own personal methods and tips to learn a new language fluently, to a level that I know I will never forget how to speak that language. Use this methods to keep...
04.07.2024
Como memorizar os Verbos Reflexivos? É importante?
Is this episode I am talking about something that a lot of you, even intermediate and advanced speakers, tend to forget: reflexive verbs. What are they? Which are the most important ones? Mos importantly: the best trick to never forget them again!!! . ACCESS MY...
03.24.2024
Ep. 45 - Como é que os Portugueses celebram a Páscoa?
SURPRISE! I couldn't resist on making this episode for you, during Easter holidays time! In this episode I will tell you what happens around Easter time in Portugal, why and how we celebrate this holiday and my best memories of this as...
03.10.2024
Os sons mais difíceis do Português Europeu (parte 2)
Do you also struggle with some difficult sounds in European Portuguese? In my episode I can tell you why do you struggle with those sounds and I'll give you some tips to overcome it and to practice it. Check it ou! . ACCESS MY...
02.25.2024
Os sons mais difíceis do Português Europeu
Do you also struggle with some difficult sounds in European Portuguese? In my episode I can tell you why do you struggle with those sounds and I'll give you some tips to overcome it and to practice it. Check it ou! . ACCESS MY...
02.11.2024
A Pronúncia Perfeito em Português Europeu
Would you also like to achieve the Perfect Pronunciation in European Portuguese? What is exactly the "perfect" pronunciation? Check out this episode where I am talking about why it's so important to pronounce words correctly if you want to have conversations in...
01.28.2024
Tu também tens medo de ser ridículo quando falas Português?
In today's episode i will show you why and how you can stop blocking or going blank when you try to speak Portuguese with other people. Fear of being ridiculous? Not anymore! . ACCESS MY MINI CLASSES: https://www.instagram.com/_withsilvia_ . FIND THE TRANSCRIPTIONS OF ALL THE EPISODES: https://www.withsilvia.com . ONLINE...
01.14.2024
Como passar de zero a fluente em Português?!
Welcome to 2024!!!
12.17.2023
Ep. 44 - O que comem os Portugueses no Natal?
This is the LAST EPISODE of SEASON 1 of Listen & Learn. Olá everyone! In this episode I am talking about one of my favorite things: sweets, more specifically, Christmas sweets! All the tasty things that you can find on top of...
12.10.2023
Ep.43 - O que faz de Sagres um lugar tão especial? (Parte III)
This is the third and last part of 3 episodes. In this episode I invite my friend Luis to explore his knowledge about the place where he was born and has been living up to this days: the beautiful town...
12.09.2023
Ep.42 - O que faz de Sagres um lugar tão especial? (Parte II)
This is the second part of 3 episodes. In this episode I invite my friend Luis to explore his knowledge about the place where he was born and has been living up to this days: the beautiful town of Sagres...
12.09.2023
Ep.41 - O que faz de Sagres um lugar tão especial? (Parte I)
In this episode I invite my friend Luis to explore his knowledge about the place where he was born and has been living up to this days: the beautiful town of Sagres in the most extreme southwest corner of Portugal. This...
12.09.2023
Ep. 40 - Ela pensou que Aprender Português ía ser impossível, mas...
Today I have a young German woman and friend as a guest to my Podcast Listen & Learn. She has moved to Portugal six years ago and she is speaking European Portuguese wonderfully! It's such a pleasure to chat with her...
11.12.2023
Ep. 39 - Conheces o Entrudo & os Caretos de Podence?
I imagine that the name of this episode can be very confusing for you. Do you recognise any of these words? Entrudo, Caretos, Podence? Well, what if I talk about Carnaval? Join me in this episode where I talk about this very...
11.05.2023
Ep. 38 - A História do Marquês de Pombal
Maybe you have seen this name in many roads, streets, avenues, squares... throughout Portugal. Why? Who was this man? In this episode you can find out. Stay tuned for a bit more of practicing Portuguese while learning about the Culture. . . AVAILABLE ON YOUTUBE: https://www.youtube.com/@withsilvia . SUPPORT...
10.29.2023
Ep. 37 - O que são as Janeiras?
Do you know what the Janeiras are? Maybe you think of a similar word - Janeiro (January)? Yes, it is something that happens in January. But what??? Come with me to find it out. Listen and learn some more Portuguese. . . AVAILABLE ON YOUTUBE: https://www.youtube.com/@withsilvia . SUPPORT...
10.22.2023
Ep. 36 - Expressões de Braga
I want to continue my journey with you through the different expressions and slang that you can typically find in different areas of Portugal. Today we jump to the far North of the country, and find out more about Braga. Not only...
10.15.2023
Ep. 35 - Conheces a Festa dos Tabuleiros em Tomar?
Do you know about this festivity that happens every 4 years in the city of Tomar? Today I will tell you about it - why, when, what happens. Stay tuned for another small session of Portuguese. . . AVAILABLE ON YOUTUBE: https://www.youtube.com/@withsilvia . SUPPORT MY WORK & ACCESS...
10.08.2023
Ep. 34 - O Padrão dos Descobrimentos em Lisboa
I will be sharing with you an article written by Carlos & Larissa from the blog Vida Cigana. In their blog you can find many tips about their passions: travelling, nomad life and photography. They wrote a beautiful article about this...
10.01.2023
Ep. 33 - Sara, uma Alfacinha de Gema
Welcome to another episode of Listen & Learn. Today, I invite you to have a conversation with Sara and discover the meaning of the expression "Alfacinha de Gema." Sara is a native of Lisbon, where she has lived for most of her...
09.24.2023
Ep. 32 - As 7 Maravilhas da Culanária Portuguesa
By now, you might have noticed that I love to talk about food. Yes! Food is great and there are so many delicious portuguese dishes to talk about. Today I will be sharing with you the 7 wonders of Portuguese Cuisine. Bom...
09.17.2023
Ep. 31 - O meu TOP de Expressões típicas do Porto
In the last episode I talked about Portugal's capital - Lisboa. Today I travel to the second most important city of this country - Porto. You might know that that is an eternal rivalry between these two cities, but both of them...
09.10.2023
Ep. 30 - Lisboa, Menina e Moça
Today I want to talk about the capital of Portugal - Lisboa. I will introduce you to its History and talk about importante moments, as well as exploring its beauty. Come and listen to me calmly and clearly talking while you can...
09.03.2023
Ep. 29 - O que comer na Região Centro Litoral de Portugal?
Olá! Today I will present you with some really nice tips of what to eat around Lisbon and Setubal area. Get to know what are the typical dishes around this area - Centro Litoral. There are some really delicious "petiscos"! . . AVAILABLE ON YOUTUBE: https://www.youtube.com/@withsilvia . SUPPORT MY...
08.27.2023
Ep. 28 - Quem foi José Saramago?
Today you can improve your Portuguese a little bit more, while you hear me talking about one of the most important writers of Portugal. He died recently, very old and had a very short career as a writer, but he...
08.20.2023
Ep. 27 - O que comer em Trás-os-Montes?
Trás-os-Montes is a very old region of Portugal, located in the North East of Portugal, between mountains, farmlands and historical villages. Today I want to tell you more about this region and also share with you some of the most tradicional dishes. Get...
08.13.2023
Ep. 26 - Vila do Bispo
Vila do Bispo is a very charming old town by the seaside and the Natural Park, on the southwest corner of Portugal. Today I will tell you a bit about the place where I currently live - even if I am...
08.06.2023
Ep. 25 - Quem foi Fernando Pessoa?
Today I talk about a very important poet that lived in the XIX and XX centuries. His poems and verses are still known up to today, and every Portuguese knows its name. I will tell you a bit about its history and...
08.02.2023
Bem-vindo! Bem-vinda!
Find me on Instagram: @_withsilvia_ Daily words, videos, small classes, challenges...
07.30.2023
Ep. 24 - Como é que ela aprendeu a falar Português?
Today i have a guest: Franziska. She is a german girl on the process to move to Portugal and I invited her to explain us why it was important for her to learn the Portuguese language. She will tell us the process...
07.23.2023
Ep. 23 - Porque é que os Portugueses tomam café ao balcão?
Today I will be explaining you different way how Portuguese have and ask for they coffee. Did you noticed that Portuguese are often standing in front of the cafe counter while having their expresso? Sharing sometimes a sparky discussion with friends? . . AVAILABLE...
07.16.2023
Ep. 22 - Conheces a Pronúncia do Norte?
Can you distinguish between the Northern and the Southern pronunciation of Portugal? Today i will tell you about the origins of Portuguese and the particularities of the Northern accent. Come with me to improve your knowledge about Portuguese culture while you improve...
07.09.2023
Ep. 21 - Vou contar-te tudo sobre o Enterro da Gata, Tunas e Traje Académico
Have you ever seen the old black traditional outfits that University students wear here in Portugal? And their playful musical displays on the streets? If you ever wandered the streets of Porto, Braga, Coimbra, Lisboa... you must have seen it! Maybe...
07.02.2023
Ep. 20 - O que é a Queima das Fitas?
Wow! Queima das Fitas was my favorite week of the year, while i was studying in University! Join me, find out more about this very old Student Tradition while you are improving your Portuguese at the same time. . . AVAILABLE ON YOUTUBE: https://www.youtube.com/@withsilvia . SUPPORT MY...
06.25.2023
Ep. 19 - Descobre tudo sobre os Santos Populares em Portugal
Have you ever heard of Santos Populares? The month of June brings us some of the biggest popular festivities happening in Portugal! These festivities are spread around the country, but today you can find out where are the best places to...
06.18.2023
Ep. 18 - Já conhecias estas Expressões Algarvias?
Today you will not only improve you general Portuguese, but also learn some specific expressions and slang from the Algarve region, all the way South of Portugal. Let me know if you also love this region, like me - in the...
06.11.2023
Ep. 17 - Cristiano Ronaldo
Today i will be talking about one of the greatest football players in history, that happens to be Portuguese! Do you know where he comes from and how was is childhood, growing up, career ... ? In this episode you can...
06.04.2023
Ep. 16 - A Festa da Cabra e do Canhoto
If you joined me in the last episode, you know I talked about the Magusto and I already introduced the topic of today's episode. I keep on talking about old traditional and pagan festivities of Portugal, how they were changed by...
05.28.2023
Ep. 15 - O Magusto
Portugal is full of old traditional festivities. Today I will be talking about the Magusto - how to celebrate it, when and why. Come and find out more about the history behind Magusto while you improve your Portuguese. . . AVAILABLE ON YOUTUBE: https://www.youtube.com/@withsilvia . SUPPORT MY WORK...
05.22.2023
Ep. 13 - Sabes porque usamos a palavra "feira" nos Dias da Semana?
Have you ever wondered why the names of the week are so weird in Portuguese? Today I will tell you the history behind these names and hopefully you will never forget them again. . . AVAILABLE ON YOUTUBE: https://www.youtube.com/@withsilvia . SUPPORT MY WORK & ACCESS ALL THE...
05.07.2023
Ep. 12 - O que comer no Algarve?
Algarve is the most Southern point of Portugal and it's mainly known by its stunning beaches. Today I will be sharing with you some information about the gastronomy of Algarve - what to eat there? . . AVAILABLE ON YOUTUBE: https://www.youtube.com/@withsilvia . SUPPORT MY WORK & ACCESS...
04.30.2023
Ep. 11 - Hoje no meu Podcast: A Revolução dos Cravos
The Revolução dos Cravos (Revolution of the Carnations) was one of the most important events of our recent history. This has touched of culture hugely. Today you can improve your Portuguese while you learn about the Revolução dos Cravos - when,...
04.23.2023
Ep. 10 - Top 10 de Expressões Portuguesas que falam sobre comida...mas não são sobre comida!
Today I am bringing you a new series of Portuguese expressions that involve or mention food, but... that have nothing to do with food! Come check out some funny expressions and their meanings, so you can truly learn how to speak...
04.16.2023
Ep. 9 - Será que os Expats conseguem entender as músicas do Quim Barreiros?
Quim Barreiros is a very know popular artist in Portugal. He is the king of musica brejeira! If you don't know what this is, today you can find out. He is a very fun man. Come and spend a few more minutes...
04.09.2023
Ep. 8 - Se vives em Portugal tens de saber cozinhar o bacalhau...
Obviously we can't do a Portuguese Podcast without talking about codfish, can we??? Why cooking codfish is so much in our culture, if this fish doesn't even exist in our coast? Today you can find out why and also... some recipes! . . AVAILABLE ON...
04.02.2023
Ep. 7 - Lugares Secretos no Mundo? A Ilha das Flores é o meu preferido...
Did you know that Portugal has to archipelagos with several island in the middle of the Atlantic Ocean? Ilha das Flores is the most remote island of Portugal and it is stunning! Today you can improve your Portuguese while you listen...
03.26.2023
Ep. 6 - Posso ser honesta? O Fado é isto...
Fado is a very old and special Portuguese music genre, where the singer "cries" out its melancholy on top of the microphone while the guitars join in this journey.P It is very beautiful, popular, folkish and it can also actually be...
03.19.2023
Ep. 5 - As minhas Expressões Portuguesas preferidas, que talvez não conheças!
I love expressions and slang! Today I will be sharing with you some of the most important and funny expressions & slang we commonly use. Get ready to speak like a local! . . AVAILABLE ON YOUTUBE: https://www.youtube.com/@withsilvia . SUPPORT MY WORK & ACCESS ALL THE HIDDEN...
03.12.2023
Ep. 4 - O Pastel de Nata perfeito tem que ter...
Of course we could't do a Podcast about Portuguese Culture without mentioning the Pastel de Nata. Today I will talk you about the history of this pastry and you can improve your Portuguese Level while you taste the delicious Pastel de...

What's Listen & Learn - European Portuguese & Culture about?

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Listen & Learn - European Portuguese & Culture episodes:

A tua razão para falar Português Europeu

Como aprendi a falar francês fluentemente em alguns meses?

Como memorizar os Verbos Reflexivos? É importante?

Ep. 45 - Como é que os Portugueses celebram a Páscoa?

Os sons mais difíceis do Português Europeu (parte 2)

Os sons mais difíceis do Português Europeu

A Pronúncia Perfeito em Português Europeu

Tu também tens medo de ser ridículo quando falas Português?

Como passar de zero a fluente em Português?!

Ep. 44 - O que comem os Portugueses no Natal?

Ep.43 - O que faz de Sagres um lugar tão especial? (Parte III)

Ep.42 - O que faz de Sagres um lugar tão especial? (Parte II)

Ep.41 - O que faz de Sagres um lugar tão especial? (Parte I)

Ep. 40 - Ela pensou que Aprender Português ía ser impossível, mas...

Ep. 39 - Conheces o Entrudo & os Caretos de Podence?

Ep. 38 - A História do Marquês de Pombal

Ep. 37 - O que são as Janeiras?

Ep. 36 - Expressões de Braga

Ep. 35 - Conheces a Festa dos Tabuleiros em Tomar?

Ep. 34 - O Padrão dos Descobrimentos em Lisboa

Ep. 33 - Sara, uma Alfacinha de Gema

Ep. 32 - As 7 Maravilhas da Culanária Portuguesa

Ep. 31 - O meu TOP de Expressões típicas do Porto

Ep. 30 - Lisboa, Menina e Moça

Ep. 29 - O que comer na Região Centro Litoral de Portugal?

Ep. 28 - Quem foi José Saramago?

Ep. 27 - O que comer em Trás-os-Montes?

Ep. 26 - Vila do Bispo

Ep. 25 - Quem foi Fernando Pessoa?

Bem-vindo! Bem-vinda!

Ep. 24 - Como é que ela aprendeu a falar Português?

Ep. 23 - Porque é que os Portugueses tomam café ao balcão?

Ep. 22 - Conheces a Pronúncia do Norte?

Ep. 21 - Vou contar-te tudo sobre o Enterro da Gata, Tunas e Traje Académico

Ep. 20 - O que é a Queima das Fitas?

Ep. 19 - Descobre tudo sobre os Santos Populares em Portugal

Ep. 18 - Já conhecias estas Expressões Algarvias?

Ep. 17 - Cristiano Ronaldo

Ep. 16 - A Festa da Cabra e do Canhoto

Ep. 15 - O Magusto

Ep. 13 - Sabes porque usamos a palavra "feira" nos Dias da Semana?

Ep. 12 - O que comer no Algarve?

Ep. 11 - Hoje no meu Podcast: A Revolução dos Cravos

Ep. 10 - Top 10 de Expressões Portuguesas que falam sobre comida...mas não são sobre comida!

Ep. 9 - Será que os Expats conseguem entender as músicas do Quim Barreiros?

Ep. 8 - Se vives em Portugal tens de saber cozinhar o bacalhau...

Ep. 7 - Lugares Secretos no Mundo? A Ilha das Flores é o meu preferido...

Ep. 6 - Posso ser honesta? O Fado é isto...

Ep. 5 - As minhas Expressões Portuguesas preferidas, que talvez não conheças!

Ep. 4 - O Pastel de Nata perfeito tem que ter...

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