Grammar guides Portuguese
Clear explanations of the grammar points learners find hardest, with examples and common mistakes.
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European vs Brazilian Portuguese: the grammar differences
The main grammar differences between European and Brazilian Portuguese: tu and você, pronoun placement, progressive forms and possessives.
A2Portuguese pronunciation: Portugal vs Brazil
Why European and Brazilian Portuguese sound so different, with the main vowel, consonant and rhythm differences and audio for each.
A2Ser vs estar in Portuguese: when to use each
How ser and estar differ in Portuguese, with examples in European and Brazilian speech, common mistakes and a short practice list.
B1The personal infinitive in Portuguese
How the Portuguese personal infinitive works, when to use it, how to form it and why it is used less in Brazilian speech.
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