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Speaking Brazilian Podcast

Education, Language Learning

Olá! I'm Virginia Langhammer, your Brazilian teacher. Welcome to my podcast!

I created this podcast to help you learn authentic Brazilian Portuguese.

In this podcast, I publish the audio of my YouTube lessons every Friday with tips on grammar, vocabulary, and pronunciation of Brazilian Portuguese. If you prefer watching, click here to go to my YouTube channel.

Since 2024, I have also offered a free worksheet with each lesson to help you practice what you've learned. Look for the download link in the show notes.

About our school: Speaking Brazilian Language School specializes in teaching Brazilian Portuguese as a second language. We offer digital courses, group classes, and private lessons. We work with a team of experienced teachers who are passionate about teaching the Portuguese language.

Would you like to learn more? Send us an email: school@speakingbrazilian.com

See you in the next lesson!

Your teacher,

Virginia

Episodes
202
Releases
Every two weeks
Typical length
9 min
On air since
2021
Latest episode
1 day ago

Episodes

202 episodes, newest first

  1. How to Pronounce All 12 Vowel Sounds in Brazilian Portuguese

    Episode 383

    Show notes

    FREE Pronunciation Course 👉 https://www.speakingbrazilian.com/pronunciation-course/

    Did you know Brazilian Portuguese has 12 vowel sounds? Even though we only have 5 vowel letters (A, E, I, O, U), we actually have 12 different vowel sounds!

    In this lesson, we’ll go over each of these sounds, with plenty of examples to help you practice and improve your pronunciation.

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    Join the Speaking Brazilian YouTube Club to have access to the transcript of my videos: https://school.speakingbrazilian.com/p/youtube

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    9 min
  2. 50 Everyday Words to Describe Things in Brazilian Portuguese (Adjectives)

    Episode 382

    Show notes

    Get Your Free Lesson & Worksheet 👉 https://speakingbrazilian.kit.com/50_adjectives

    In this lesson, we’re going to study 50 common adjectives, which are those words we use to describe things, places, and people.

    Learn Portuguese with us! Check out our courses here: https://www.speakingbrazilian.com/online-courses/

    Join the Speaking Brazilian YouTube Club to have access to the transcript of my videos: https://school.speakingbrazilian.com/p/youtube

    Start learning Brazilian Portuguese today! Take advantage of all the free resources offered by Speaking Brazilian Language School: https://www.speakingbrazilian.com/free

    11 min
  3. Introduction to Verb Conjugation in Portuguese

    Episode 381

    Show notes

    Get Your Free Lesson & Worksheet 👉 https://speakingbrazilian.kit.com/intro-conjugation

    In this class, you’re going to learn all the basic concepts you need to know to be able to use verbs naturally in Portuguese.
    You’re going to learn which pronouns are used in formal or informal language and how verb agreement works with each pronoun. We’re also going to talk about verb moods and the 5 most commonly used verb tenses in Brazil.

    Learn Portuguese with us! Check out our courses here: https://www.speakingbrazilian.com/online-courses/

    Join the Speaking Brazilian YouTube Club to have access to the transcript of my videos: https://school.speakingbrazilian.com/p/youtube

    Start learning Brazilian Portuguese today! Take advantage of all the free resources offered by Speaking Brazilian Language School: https://www.speakingbrazilian.com/free

    45 min
  4. These Portuguese words change meaning when you move them!

    Episode 380

    Show notes

    Get Your Free Lesson & Worksheet 👉 https://speakingbrazilian.kit.com/adjective-position

    Learn Portuguese with us! Check out our courses here: https://www.speakingbrazilian.com/online-courses/

    Join the Speaking Brazilian YouTube Club to have access to the transcript of my videos: https://school.speakingbrazilian.com/p/youtube

    Start learning Brazilian Portuguese today! Take advantage of all the free resources offered by Speaking Brazilian Language School: https://www.speakingbrazilian.com/free

    9 min
  5. Why I decided to do a doctorate in linguistics 🎓

    Episode 379

    Show notes

    Sign up for my FREE Brazilian Portuguese Pronunciation Minicourse 👉 https://www.speakingbrazilian.com/pronunciation-course/

    I’m starting my doctorate this week, and I’d love to share this new journey with you. I recorded a video to share the news and explain why I decided to pursue a doctorate. Although today’s topic isn’t the Portuguese language, the video is entirely in Portuguese, so it’s great for listening practice!

    Also, if you’re curious to learn more about my experience as a master’s student and now a doctoral student in applied linguistics, I think you’ll enjoy this video.

    Here's my new channel where I talk about language learning and language teaching: https://www.youtube.com/@languagingwithvirginia

    In this video, I explain why I decided to go back to school and get a master’s degree 3 years ago: https://youtu.be/hv__yrXe_7s?si=l2xMtu-tnRtWruly

    Learn Portuguese with us! Check out our courses here: https://www.speakingbrazilian.com/online-courses/

    Join the Speaking Brazilian YouTube Club to have access to the transcript of my videos: https://school.speakingbrazilian.com/p/youtube

    Start learning Brazilian Portuguese today! Take advantage of all the free resources offered by Speaking Brazilian Language School: https://www.speakingbrazilian.com/free

    9 min
  6. How to use DE and EM in Brazilian Portuguese (Complete Guide)

    Episode 378

    Show notes

    Get Your Free Lesson & Worksheet 👉 https://speakingbrazilian.kit.com/prepositions-de-em

    Learn Portuguese with us! Check out our courses here: https://www.speakingbrazilian.com/online-courses/

    Join the Speaking Brazilian YouTube Club to have access to the transcript of my videos: https://school.speakingbrazilian.com/p/youtube

    Start learning Brazilian Portuguese today! Take advantage of all the free resources offered by Speaking Brazilian Language School: https://www.speakingbrazilian.com/free

    14 min
  7. Easy Portuguese Speaking Practice 🇧🇷 50 Common Questions & Answers

    Episode 377

    Show notes

    Get your FREE lesson pdf here: https://speakingbrazilian.kit.com/50_questions

    Get 10% off our Beginner's Course with the coupon code 50QUESTIONS - Sign up now: https://www.speakingbrazilian.com/essential-course-for-beginners/

    Learn Portuguese with us! Check out our courses here: https://www.speakingbrazilian.com/online-courses/

    Join the Speaking Brazilian YouTube Club to have access to the transcript of my videos: https://school.speakingbrazilian.com/p/youtube

    Start learning Brazilian Portuguese today! Take advantage of all the free resources offered by Speaking Brazilian Language School: https://www.speakingbrazilian.com/free

    15 min
  8. Brazilian Portuguese Pronunciation: The Hardest Sounds Explained (1-Hour Class)

    Episode 376

    Show notes

    Sign up for my FREE Pronunciation Minicourse here: https://www.speakingbrazilian.com/pronunciation-course/

    Today, I’d like to share the recording of a pronunciation training I hosted a few months ago. I know many of you weren’t able to attend the live session, so I decided to share the recording with you today. In this lesson, you’ll learn which sounds are the most challenging to pronounce in Brazilian Portuguese and how you can improve your pronunciation.

    I’ve divided the lesson into two parts. First, we’ll talk about the sounds that are most challenging for English speakers, and then we’ll cover the sounds that are most challenging for Spanish speakers. But of course, this lesson is recommended for learners with any native language.

    ...

    Learn Portuguese with us! Check out our courses here: https://www.speakingbrazilian.com/online-courses/

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    Start learning Brazilian Portuguese today! Take advantage of all the free resources offered by Speaking Brazilian Language School: https://www.speakingbrazilian.com/free

    1 hr 8 min
  9. If you know these 30 words your Portuguese is amazing!

    Episode 375

    Show notes

    Get Your Free Lesson & Worksheet 👉 https://speakingbrazilian.kit.com/30-words

    Learn Portuguese with us! Check out our courses here: https://www.speakingbrazilian.com/online-courses/

    Join the Speaking Brazilian YouTube Club to have access to the transcript of my videos: https://school.speakingbrazilian.com/p/youtube

    Start learning Brazilian Portuguese today! Take advantage of all the free resources offered by Speaking Brazilian Language School: https://www.speakingbrazilian.com/free

    25 min
  10. ⚽️ 15 Expressions from FUTEBOL that Brazilians use every day!

    Episode 374

    Show notes

    Get Your Free Lesson & Worksheet 👉 https://speakingbrazilian.kit.com/expressoes-futebol

    As you probably know, “futebol” is the most popular sport in Brazil, and I think that's why there are so many expressions with the word “bola” (ball) in Brazilian Portuguese. ⚽️

    This year is a World Cup year, so I thought this would be a good time to share with you some very common expressions that originally came from “futebol”, but that are now used in many different contexts in the daily lives of Brazilians.

    Learn Portuguese with us! Check out our courses here: https://www.speakingbrazilian.com/online-courses/

    Join the Speaking Brazilian YouTube Club to have access to the transcript of my videos: https://school.speakingbrazilian.com/p/youtube

    Start learning Brazilian Portuguese today! Take advantage of all the free resources offered by Speaking Brazilian Language School: https://www.speakingbrazilian.com/free

    7 min
  11. How to Make Comparisons in Brazilian Portuguese (Complete Guide)

    Episode 373

    Show notes

    Get Your Free Lesson & Worksheet 👉 https://speakingbrazilian.kit.com/comparativos

    In this lesson, we're going to talk about how to make comparisons of equality, superiority, and inferiority in Brazilian Portuguese. You’re going to learn essential structures that you need to know to express yourself naturally in Portuguese.

    Learn Portuguese with us! Check out our courses here: https://www.speakingbrazilian.com/online-courses/

    Join the Speaking Brazilian YouTube Club to have access to the transcript of my videos: https://school.speakingbrazilian.com/p/youtube

    Start learning Brazilian Portuguese today! Take advantage of all the free resources offered by Speaking Brazilian Language School: https://www.speakingbrazilian.com/free

    11 min
  12. 50 expressions to sound more intelligent in Brazilian Portuguese (connectors)

    Episode 372

    Show notes

    Get Your Free Lesson & Worksheet 👉 https://speakingbrazilian.kit.com/connectors/

    In this lesson, you'll learn expressions that will help you express yourself better and sound more intelligent in Portuguese.
    We're going to talk about connectors, which are words or expressions we use to connect sentences and ideas.
    Learning how to use connectors is essential for expressing yourself well and fluently in Portuguese.
    We're going to cover 50 connectors in total, divided into 10 groups.

    Learn Portuguese with us! Check out our courses here: https://www.speakingbrazilian.com/online-courses/

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    Start learning Brazilian Portuguese today! Take advantage of all the free resources offered by Speaking Brazilian Language School: https://www.speakingbrazilian.com/free

    7 min
  13. Why Dates in Portuguese Are Confusing (and How to Say Them Right)

    Episode 371

    Show notes

    Get Your Free Lesson & Worksheet 👉 https://speakingbrazilian.kit.com/datas

    In this lesson, you’re going to learn to say dates, months, and years in Brazilian Portuguese. I’m going to give many examples and teach everything that you need to know to be able to speak naturally about dates in your day-to-day life.

    Learn Portuguese with us! Check out our courses here: https://www.speakingbrazilian.com/online-courses/

    Join the Speaking Brazilian YouTube Club to have access to the transcript of my videos: https://school.speakingbrazilian.com/p/youtube

    Start learning Brazilian Portuguese today! Take advantage of all the free resources offered by Speaking Brazilian Language School: https://www.speakingbrazilian.com/free

    12 min
  14. How to apologize in Brazilian Portuguese (Common Expressions Explained)

    Episode 370

    Show notes

    Get Your Free Lesson & Worksheet PDF 👉 https://speakingbrazilian.kit.com/desculpe_desculpa

    What is the difference between “desculpe” (sorry) and “desculpa” (sorry)? And when do we say “desculpe” (I’m sorry) or “sinto muito” (I’m sorry)?

    There are many ways to apologize in Portuguese.

    In this lesson, I’m going to answer some common questions about this topic and I’m going to give many examples so you understand how Brazilians express themselves in different situations.

    Learn Portuguese with us! Check out our courses here: https://www.speakingbrazilian.com/online-courses/

    Join the Speaking Brazilian YouTube Club to have access to the transcript of my videos: https://school.speakingbrazilian.com/p/youtube

    Start learning Brazilian Portuguese today! Take advantage of all the free resources offered by Speaking Brazilian Language School: https://www.speakingbrazilian.com/free

    7 min
  15. How to use the words “já” and “ainda” in Brazilian Portuguese

    Episode 369

    Show notes

    Get Your Free Lesson & Worksheet 👉 https://speakingbrazilian.kit.com/ja-or-ainda

    The terms “já” and “ainda” don’t have a single translation into English and other languages. The translation of these words varies a lot depending on the context. That’s why it’s important to understand how to use them in different situations.
    In this lesson, we’re going to study the most common uses of the words “já” and “ainda” in Brazilian Portuguese.

    Learn Portuguese with us! Check out our courses here: https://www.speakingbrazilian.com/online-courses/

    Join the Speaking Brazilian YouTube Club to have access to the transcript of my videos: https://school.speakingbrazilian.com/p/youtube

    Start learning Brazilian Portuguese today! Take advantage of all the free resources offered by Speaking Brazilian Language School: https://www.speakingbrazilian.com/free

    10 min
  16. How to conjugate Regular Verbs in Portuguese - Complete Lesson (present tense)

    Episode 368

    Show notes

    Get Your Free Lesson & Worksheet 👉 https://speakingbrazilian.kit.com/50-verbs-present

    Learn Portuguese with us! Check out our courses here: https://www.speakingbrazilian.com/online-courses/

    Join the Speaking Brazilian YouTube Club to have access to the transcript of my videos: https://school.speakingbrazilian.com/p/youtube

    Start learning Brazilian Portuguese today! Take advantage of all the free resources offered by Speaking Brazilian Language School: https://www.speakingbrazilian.com/free

    10 min
  17. What’s your Portuguese level? Take this test and find out!

    Episode 367

    Show notes

    Take the full Brazilian Portuguese Level Test here 👉 https://www.speakingbrazilian.com/teste/

    Learn Portuguese with us! Check out our courses here: https://www.speakingbrazilian.com/online-courses/

    Join the Speaking Brazilian YouTube Club to have access to the transcript of my videos: https://school.speakingbrazilian.com/p/youtube

    Start learning Brazilian Portuguese today! Take advantage of all the free resources offered by Speaking Brazilian Language School: https://www.speakingbrazilian.com/free

    13 min
  18. STOP Confusing Tudo and Todo! Learn the Difference in Minutes | Brazilian Portuguese

    Episode 366

    Show notes

    Get Your Free Lesson & Worksheet 👉 https://speakingbrazilian.kit.com/tudo-todo

    Should we say “todos os dias,” “todo dia,” or “todo o dia”?
    What is the correct form?
    All three forms are used in Brazil, but not in exactly the same way.
    In this lesson, you’re going to learn when and how to use the terms “tudo” and “todo,” and I'll also answer some common questions about how to use the word “todo” in a few different contexts.

    Learn Portuguese with us! Check out our courses here: https://www.speakingbrazilian.com/online-courses/

    Join the Speaking Brazilian YouTube Club to have access to the transcript of my videos: https://school.speakingbrazilian.com/p/youtube

    Start learning Brazilian Portuguese today! Take advantage of all the free resources offered by Speaking Brazilian Language School: https://www.speakingbrazilian.com/free

    8 min
  19. When do we use “nós” or “a gente” in Brazilian Portuguese?

    Episode 365

    Show notes

    Get Your Free Lesson & Worksheet 👉 https://speakingbrazilian.kit.com/nos-or-a-gente

    “Nós vamos”(We’re going) or “A gente vai” (We’re going)? What is the correct form?
    Both forms “nós vamos” and “a gente vai” are used in Brazil and have exactly the same meaning. However, in colloquial language, most people use “a gente.”
    In this lesson, you’re going to learn when to use “nós” or “a gente” and how to conjugate verbs correctly with each of these forms.
    We’re also going to talk about the other uses of the word “gente” in Portuguese.

    Learn Portuguese with us! Check out our courses here: https://www.speakingbrazilian.com/online-courses/

    Join the Speaking Brazilian YouTube Club to have access to the transcript of my videos: https://school.speakingbrazilian.com/p/youtube

    Start learning Brazilian Portuguese today! Take advantage of all the free resources offered by Speaking Brazilian Language School: https://www.speakingbrazilian.com/free

    9 min
  20. Every preposition you need in one video - Brazilian Portuguese Lesson

    Episode 364

    Show notes

    Get Your Free Lesson & Worksheet 👉 https://speakingbrazilian.kit.com/18-essential-prepositions

    Did you know there are 18 essential prepositions in Portuguese? To speak Portuguese correctly, you need to know how to use all these prepositions.
    In this lesson, I’m going to share with you a complete list of all the prepositions and examples in sentences, so you know how to use each one.

    For the best experience, watch the video version on our YouTube channel: https://youtu.be/nxhu86lVxtA

    Learn Portuguese with us! Check out our courses here: https://www.speakingbrazilian.com/online-courses/

    Join the Speaking Brazilian YouTube Club to have access to the transcript of my videos: https://school.speakingbrazilian.com/p/youtube

    Start learning Brazilian Portuguese today! Take advantage of all the free resources offered by Speaking Brazilian Language School: https://www.speakingbrazilian.com/free

    9 min

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