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In this episode of Slow Portuguese With Maria, I talk about one of the most important parts of Portuguese daily life: coffee!

Portugal is famous for its coffee culture. From the small, strong espresso to the abatanado, galão, and meia de leite, coffee is not just a drink — it’s a ritual. I explain how and when Portuguese people usually drink coffee, from the first cup in the morning to a quick espresso at the café counter, or after lunch or dinner.

New Words:

• Chávena – cup
• Abatanado – a long espresso (less strong than an espresso)
• Galão – coffee with a lot of milk, served in a tall glass
• Meia de leite – half coffee, half milk
• Esplanada – outdoor café terrace

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In this episode, I talk about my recent trip to Portugal. It was a short visit, but full of special moments with family and friends.

I tell you about almost missing my flight, eating IKEA hot dogs with my parents (a family tradition!), going to the beach, spending time with my niece, visiting Lisbon, listening to fado, and even doing a color analysis session.

Of course, not everything went perfectly — I also share the story of losing (and hopefully recovering!) a belt at the airport.

New Words:

• Cachorro – hotdog
• Cinto - Belt
• Despedi-me – I said goodbye
• Inesperado – unexpected
• Pôr a conversa em dia – to catch up (with someone)

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In this episode of Slow Portuguese With Maria, I talk about the airport and the process of taking a flight.

I describe, step by step, what I do at the airport: taking the bus, going through security, waiting at the gate, and getting on the plane.

New Words:

• Aeroporto – Airport
• Autocarro – Bus
• Segurança – Security
• Bilhete – Ticket
• Avião – Plane

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In this episode I talk about the President of the Republic in Portugal.
I explain who Marcelo Rebelo de Sousa is, why he is so well known and loved in Portugal, and I also talk about the newly elected president, António José Seguro.

New Words:

• Presidente da República - President of the Republic
• Próximo - Next/close
• Mudança - Change
• Acalmar - To calm down
• Papel - Role/paper

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In this A1 episode, I speak slowly and use very simple Portuguese to talk about winter in Sweden. You will hear easy sentences about cold weather, snow, short days, warm clothes, and what people do at home in winter. This is a calm episode to help you practice listening and understand Portuguese step by step.

5 New Words (A1):

• inverno = winter
• frio = cold
• neve = snow
• escuro = dark
• roupa quente = warm clothes

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In this episode, I tell you about a very special trip to Paris that my boyfriend gave me for my 30th birthday. It was my first time in the city, and one of my dream trips. I talk about our flight, the hotel, the food, museums, walking through different neighbourhoods, and the beautiful moments we shared.

I apologize to my dear french listeners for my french! 😣

New Words

• viagem = trip / journey
• entusiasmado / entusiasmada = excited
• passear = to walk around / stroll
• subir = to go up / climb
• vale a pena = it’s worth it

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In this episode, I talk about my birthday and how it feels to turn 30. I share a bit about my childhood, growing up between generations, life before smartphones, and why I actually enjoy getting older.

I also tell you how I celebrated my birthday in Stockholm and explain a very common Portuguese expression related to food.

New Words:

• aniversário = birthday
• Infância = childhood
• telemóveis = cellphones
• rugas = wrinkles
• comer e chorar por mais = so good you want more

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In this special repeat-after-me episode, you’ll practise thinking and speaking in Portuguese using very simple, everyday inner dialogue.
This episode is perfect for A1–A2 learners who want to improve pronunciation, confidence, and fluency by repeating short sentences out loud.

Take it slowly, repeat what you can, and enjoy practising Portuguese in a relaxed and pressure-free way.

New Words

• acordar – to wake up
• sono – sleepiness
• levantar-se – to get up
• atrasado / atrasada – late
• não faz mal – it’s ok / no problem

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In this first episode of 2026, I share a few of my personal resolutions for the new year. Nothing big or perfect — just simple things I’d like to have more space for in my life, like baking sourdough bread, reading more books, and sewing more.

I also talk about how I see resolutions not as obligations, but as gentle directions. This is a calm and reflective episode to start the year slowly and intentionally.

New Words:

• ​resoluções = resolutions
• ​massa-mãe = sourdough
• ​costurar = to sew
• ​máquina de costura = sewing machine
• ​passo = step

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In this final episode of 2025, I slow down and speak to you in a more personal way. There’s no grammar and no specific vocabulary today — just a moment to pause, reflect on the year, and say thank you. I talk about learning languages, about ups and downs, about growth, and about continuing this journey calmly, without pressure. This episode is an invitation to end the year gently and look ahead to 2026 with curiosity and kindness.

New Words

• desafio = challenge
• aprendizagem = learning
• pressa = rush / hurry
• caminho = path / journey