I feel like we’ve heard this worn-out line a million times: “I’m not talented at languages” as the main reason why someone can’t learn a foreign language.

But the truth is, you don’t need a talent for languages to speak Portuguese (or any other language). You need good habits and a smart approach. In this episode, we talk about why so many people study for years without seeing results — and what you can do to change that.

Less pressure, more strategy, more real contact with the language. Small changes that, in the end, make a big difference.

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This is our most personal episode so far.

We share why we don’t live in Portugal, even though we truly love that country. Because, you know – Portugal means ocean, sunshine and wine… but also bills, schools, traffic and plenty of things no one usually talks about. In this episode, we speak honestly about the pros and cons of living there, our attempts to settle into Portuguese everyday life, and why we eventually returned to Poland. If you’re thinking about moving to Portugal, this episode will show you the other side of the story – and the reasons why not only we, but also more people than you might expect, decided not to stay.

Prepositions have power – and passar proves it! Learn how this common verb transforms when used in everyday Portuguese expressions like passar por, passar-se bem, and more.

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The verb ficar seems simple – just “to stay” or “to be somewhere”. But once you add a preposition, things start to get interesting! In this episode, you’ll learn useful ficar + preposition combinations that will boost your Portuguese fluency or at least will add some mess in your head.

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Think dar just means to give? Think again! In Portuguese, this verb has a second (and third!) identity. Change the preposition, and you change the meaning. In this episode, you'll learn expressions like dar para, dar com, dar-se bem and find out what they really mean. A practical dose of Portuguese you can use right away!

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Time in Portugal? Let’s just say it’s... flexible. But when you do need to be punctual, knowing how to ask and tell the time in Portuguese comes in handy. In this episode, you’ll learn how to ask for the time in Portuguese and how to tell the time in all the common ways. Simple, useful, and perfect for when being fashionably late isn’t an option.

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When "Pasta" Isn't Pasta – Portuguese False Friends

You think “pasta” means noodles and “assistir” means to assist? Oh no, no, no.

In this episode, we take a closer look at Portuguese words that look familiar but might seriously surprise you. Funny mix-ups, language traps, and a few words you’d definitely want to understand well!

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"With whom? For what? From where?" – very useful questions, especially if you have a teenager at home... or if you simply want to speak better Portuguese. In this episode, we continue exploring Portuguese questions – this time focusing on the ones with prepositions, which are just as important and practical. You’ll learn how to use them in simple sentences and everyday situations – even when you need to interrogate your teenager.

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Lost in Lisbon? Or maybe you just want to ask where to get the best coffee? In this episode, we break down the who, what, where, and how so you can ask about anything – from the nearest toilet to the meaning of life.

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Articles seem like a simple thing and, theoretically, they don’t change much, but they’re an important part of the language that you need to understand if you want to speak correctly. A small detail that makes a big difference. And along the way – a few linguistic digressions, because life isn’t just about articles!

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