Learning European Portuguese

PORTUGUESE LESSONS WITH TEACHER INÊS

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Grammar - Listening - Speaking - Exam

Learn Portuguese step by step, from your very first words to confident, natural conversation. Clear grammar, real listening practice and plenty of speaking, guided personally by Inês.

  • A1 → C2
    Beginner to advanced
  • Speaking first
    Practice from day one
  • Personal guidance
    Learn with Inês
  • Clear progress
    Level by level
Video introduction to Inês, your Portuguese teacher
Your teacher

Your teacher — Inês

Inês guides every learner personally, from first words to confident conversation. Lessons balance clear explanations with listening and speaking, so what you learn is useful straight away.

Teaching approach

Structured, friendly and practical: each lesson builds on the last, and new grammar is always practised in real sentences.

What you can expect

  • Lessons adapted to your level and goals
  • Grammar explained simply, with examples
  • Regular speaking and listening practice
  • Materials and next steps in your dashboard
What you will learn

Every skill you need in Portuguese

A complete programme, balanced across the skills that matter for real communication.

  • Grammar

    Verbs, tenses and structure, explained clearly and practised in context.

  • Listening

    Train your ear for natural spoken Portuguese at your level.

  • Speaking

    Build confidence through guided, practical conversation.

  • Vocabulary

    Useful words and expressions organised by real-life topics.

  • Pronunciation

    Sounds, rhythm and intonation that make you understood.

  • Reading

    From short texts to articles, with growing independence.

  • Writing

    Messages, emails and texts with correct, natural style.

  • Exam preparation

    Focused practice for the format and tasks of language exams.

CEFR learning journey

From A1 to C2, one level at a time

The Common European Framework (CEFR) describes six levels. Each one has a clear focus, so you always know where you are and what comes next.

BeginnerAdvanced
  1. A1

    Foundations

    Everyday expressions, introductions and simple questions.

  2. A2

    Daily communication

    Routine situations, shopping, directions and short conversations.

  3. B1

    Independent conversation

    Talk about experiences, plans and opinions with growing ease.

  4. B2

    Confident real-world Portuguese

    Discuss a wide range of topics clearly and spontaneously.

  5. C1

    Advanced fluency

    Express yourself flexibly in social, academic and work contexts.

  6. C2

    Near-native mastery

    Understand virtually everything and express fine nuances.

Levels describe learning goals; your pace depends on your practice and starting point.

The method

A simple cycle that keeps you moving

Every topic goes through the same practical cycle, so new knowledge turns into real skill.

  1. 01

    Learn

    A clear explanation of the new topic.

  2. 02

    Listen

    Hear it used naturally in context.

  3. 03

    Speak

    Use it yourself, guided by Inês.

  4. 04

    Practise

    Exercises that make it automatic.

  5. 05

    Review

    Revisit and correct, step by step.

  6. 06

    Progress

    Move on with confidence.

Inside a lesson

What a lesson can include

Each lesson combines a few focused activities, chosen for your level and goals.

  • Conversation practice

    Speak about real topics, with gentle correction and new expressions as you go.

  • Grammar explanation

    One clear topic at a time, with examples.

  • Listening exercise

    Understand spoken Portuguese in different situations.

  • Pronunciation

    Work on the sounds that matter most for you.

  • Vocabulary

    Words and phrases for the topics you need.

  • Homework & review

    Short tasks to consolidate what you learned.

  • Exam preparation

    Practice tasks in the format of the exam.

Speaking

Speak real Portuguese, not just rules

You practise the language people actually use: asking, explaining, reacting and telling stories. Grammar supports your conversation instead of replacing it.

  • Practical situations from everyday life
  • Corrections that help you, without interrupting
  • More confidence with every conversation

Listening comprehension

Understanding spoken Portuguese takes practice. Lessons help you follow it step by step.

  • Natural speech

    Real rhythm and connected sounds.

  • Different contexts

    Conversations, instructions, stories.

  • Vocabulary recognition

    Catch the words you know — and learn new ones.

  • Understanding the whole

    Follow the meaning, not just single words.

Grammar made approachable

Grammar is the structure that lets you say what you mean. It is introduced gradually and always practised in real sentences.

  • Verbs
  • Tenses
  • Sentence structure
  • Prepositions
  • Pronouns
  • Agreement
Exam preparation

Preparing for a Portuguese exam?

Lessons can focus on the skills and task types of the exam you are preparing for, with practice under realistic conditions.

  • Know the format and what each part expects
  • Practise reading, listening, writing and speaking tasks
  • Review your answers and improve step by step

Tell Inês which exam and level you are preparing for.

Why inPortuguese

A clear, personal way to learn Portuguese

Everything is designed around one thing: helping you actually use the language.

  • Structured progression

    Six CEFR levels with a clear focus for each.

  • Personal guidance

    Learn with Inês, not with an anonymous course.

  • Real-world Portuguese

    Language you can use in everyday situations.

  • Conversation focus

    Speaking practice is part of every stage.

  • Your own dashboard

    Calendar, materials, events and messages in one place.

  • Clear progress

    Always know what you have learned and what is next.

Plans and lessons

Choose the plan that fits your goals and schedule.

PT Language Course

General Portuguese (Listening, Speaking, Reading, Writing)

€20/monthly
  • Introduction and Placement Test
  • Grammar Foundations
  • Vocabulary Building
  • Listening Comprehension
  • Speaking and Pronunciation Practice
  • Reading Skills
  • Writing Skills
  • Conversation Practice
  • Review and Progress Assessment
  • Final Exam
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€30/monthly
  • Introduction to Portuguese spelling
  • The alphabet and letter sounds
  • Accents and diacritics
  • Spelling rules and conventions
  • Common spelling mistakes
  • Hyphenation and word division
  • Capitalization rules
  • Punctuation basics
  • Practice exercises
  • Review and assessment

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  • The Portuguese Alphabet
  • Phonetics and Spelling Patterns
  • Diacritics and Their Functions
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  • Frequently Misspelled Words
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  • Final Review and Practice Test
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