In this episode, you'll learn about Carlos. He lives in the historic city of Coimbra where he just bought a new home. Get the transcript in your inbox: https://www.portugueselab.com/podcast/listening-practice-a1-2 This is a listening practice episode for beginners (level A1). You’ll hear simple, clear Portuguese to help you improve your listening skills and get used to the rhythm of the language. If you’d like an extra boost, you can download a PDF with the English translation, a vocabulary list...
May 29, 2025•Ep. 10
In this episode, you’ll meet Teresa. She’s 28 years old, lives in the Algarve, and has a very friendly dog named Dax. Let’s listen! Get the transcript in your inbox: https://www.portugueselab.com/podcast/listening-practice-a1-1 This is a listening practice episode for beginners (level A1). You’ll hear simple, clear Portuguese to help you improve your listening skills and get used to the rhythm of the language. If you’d like an extra boost, you can download a PDF with the English translation, a v...
May 22, 2025•Ep. 9
In this episode, we dive into the world of GPS navigation, showing how it can be both a lifesaver and a source of frustration. Get the transcript in your inbox. In this series, designed for upper beginners and beyond, we’ll explore everyday situations in Portugal and other useful topics to help you improve your listening comprehension, expand your vocabulary, and reinforce grammar in context. If you’d like an extra boost, you can download a PDF with the English translation, a vocabulary list, an...
May 15, 2025•Ep. 8
In this episode, we explore the different ways people do laundry, from meticulous care to a more carefree approach. Get the transcript in your inbox. In this series, designed for upper beginners and beyond, we’ll explore everyday situations in Portugal and other useful topics to help you improve your listening comprehension, expand your vocabulary, and reinforce grammar in context. If you’d like an extra boost, you can download a PDF with the English translation, a vocabulary list, and additiona...
May 08, 2025•Ep. 7
In this episode, we follow the story of a family caught in a daily battle for control of the "diabolical device" – the TV remote – and explore the dynamics of who controls the television at home. Get the transcript in your inbox. In this series, designed for upper beginners and beyond, we’ll explore everyday situations in Portugal and other useful topics to help you improve your listening comprehension, expand your vocabulary, and reinforce grammar in context. If you’d like an extra boost, you c...
May 01, 2025•Ep. 6
In this episode, we follow Joana as she navigates various invitations, from dinner parties to weddings, and comes up with creative excuses to politely decline them. Get the transcript in your inbox. In this series, designed for upper beginners and beyond, we’ll explore everyday situations in Portugal and other useful topics to help you improve your listening comprehension, expand your vocabulary, and reinforce grammar in context. If you’d like an extra boost, you can download a PDF with the Engl...
Apr 24, 2025•Ep. 5
In this series, designed for upper beginners and beyond, we’ll explore everyday situations in Portugal and other useful topics to help you improve your listening comprehension, expand your vocabulary, and reinforce grammar in context. In this episode, I talk about the joy of fresh school supplies: clean notebooks, sharpened pencils, and the wonderful pleasure of smelling books. If you’d like an extra boost, you can download a PDF with the English translation, a vocabulary list, and additional au...
Apr 17, 2025•Ep. 4
In this series, designed for upper beginners and beyond, we’ll explore everyday situations in Portugal and other useful topics to help you improve your listening comprehension, expand your vocabulary, and reinforce grammar in context. In this episode, everything starts to break; the TV, the phone, the computer, and a visit to the repair shop leads to both good and bad news. If you’d like an extra boost, you can download a PDF with the English translation, a vocabulary list, and additional audio ...
Apr 10, 2025•Ep. 3
In this series, designed for upper beginners and beyond, we’ll explore everyday situations in Portugal and other useful topics to help you improve your listening comprehension, expand your vocabulary, and reinforce grammar in context. In this episode, Mafalda gets ready for a date and thinks about what to talk about, including hobbies and how people spend their free time. If you’d like an extra boost, you can download a PDF with the English translation, a vocabulary list, and additional audio fo...
Apr 03, 2025•Ep. 2
In this series, designed for upper beginners and beyond, we’ll explore everyday situations in Portugal and other useful topics to help you improve your listening comprehension, expand your vocabulary, and reinforce grammar in context. In this episode, you'll hear a short text about greetings, politeness, and everyday interactions in Portugal. If you’d like an extra boost, you can download a PDF with the English translation, a vocabulary list, and additional audio for extra practice at portuguese...
Mar 28, 2025•Ep. 1
Transcripts: https://www.portugueselab.com/plp Start with lesson 1! HOW IT WORKS : 1. First, we’ll listen to a dialogue for beginners. 2. Then we'll break it down into parts for you to listen to and repeat. 3. We’ll introduce some new vocabulary variations to spice things up. 4. Finally, we'll challenge you with a slightly more complex dialogue to test your comprehension. 5. Check the transcripts at : https://www.portugueselab.com/plp 6. Each episode builds on the previous ones, enhancing your l...
Jun 06, 2024•Ep. 8
Transcripts: https://www.portugueselab.com/plp Start with lesson 1! HOW IT WORKS : 1. First, we’ll listen to a dialogue for beginners. 2. Then we'll break it down into parts for you to listen to and repeat. 3. We’ll introduce some new vocabulary variations to spice things up. 4. Finally, we'll challenge you with a slightly more complex dialogue to test your comprehension. 5. Check the transcripts at : https://www.portugueselab.com/plp 6. Each episode builds on the previous ones, enhancing your l...
May 30, 2024•Ep. 7
Transcripts: https://www.portugueselab.com/plp Start with lesson 1! HOW IT WORKS : 1. First, we’ll listen to a dialogue for beginners. 2. Then we'll break it down into parts for you to listen to and repeat. 3. We’ll introduce some new vocabulary variations to spice things up. 4. Finally, we'll challenge you with a slightly more complex dialogue to test your comprehension. 5. Check the transcripts at : https://www.portugueselab.com/plp 6. Each episode builds on the previous ones, enhancing your l...
May 23, 2024•Ep. 6
Transcripts: https://www.portugueselab.com/plp Start with lesson 1! HOW IT WORKS : 1. First, we’ll listen to a dialogue for beginners. 2. Then we'll break it down into parts for you to listen to and repeat. 3. We’ll introduce some new vocabulary variations to spice things up. 4. Finally, we'll challenge you with a slightly more complex dialogue to test your comprehension. 5. Check the transcripts at : https://www.portugueselab.com/plp 6. Each episode builds on the previous ones, enhancing your l...
May 16, 2024•Ep. 5
Transcripts: https://www.portugueselab.com/plp Start with lesson 1! HOW IT WORKS : 1. First, we’ll listen to a dialogue for beginners. 2. Then we'll break it down into parts for you to listen to and repeat. 3. We’ll introduce some new vocabulary variations to spice things up. 4. Finally, we'll challenge you with a slightly more complex dialogue to test your comprehension. 5. Check the transcripts at : https://www.portugueselab.com/plp 6. Each episode builds on the previous ones, enhancing your l...
May 09, 2024•Ep. 4
Transcripts: https://www.portugueselab.com/plp Start with lesson 1! HOW IT WORKS : 1. First, we’ll listen to a dialogue for beginners. 2. Then we'll break it down into parts for you to listen to and repeat. 3. We’ll introduce some new vocabulary variations to spice things up. 4. Finally, we'll challenge you with a slightly more complex dialogue to test your comprehension. 5. Check the transcripts at : https://www.portugueselab.com/plp 6. Each episode builds on the previous ones, enhancing your l...
May 02, 2024•Ep. 3
Transcripts: https://www.portugueselab.com/plp Start with lesson 1! HOW IT WORKS : 1. First, we’ll listen to a dialogue for beginners. 2. Then we'll break it down into parts for you to listen to and repeat. 3. We’ll introduce some new vocabulary variations to spice things up. 4. Finally, we'll challenge you with a slightly more complex dialogue to test your comprehension. 5. Check the transcripts at : https://www.portugueselab.com/plp 6. Each episode builds on the previous ones, enhancing your l...
Apr 25, 2024•Ep. 2
Transcripts: https://www.portugueselab.com/plp Start with lesson 1! HOW IT WORKS : 1. First, we’ll listen to a dialogue for beginners. 2. Then we'll break it down into parts for you to listen to and repeat. 3. We’ll introduce some new vocabulary variations to spice things up. 4. Finally, we'll challenge you with a slightly more complex dialogue to test your comprehension. 5. Check the transcripts at : https://www.portugueselab.com/plp 6. Each episode builds on the previous ones, enhancing your l...
Apr 18, 2024•Ep. 1
In this new series, each episode will start with a simple dialogue for beginners. First, we’ll listen to the dialogue, then break it down into parts for you to listen to and repeat. We’ll introduce some new vocabulary variations to spice things up, and finally, we'll challenge you with a slightly more complex dialogue to test your comprehension. Each episode builds on the previous ones, enhancing your listening skills step-by-step. For additional resources and more practice, visit https://www.po...
Apr 18, 2024•Ep. 1
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