In Portuguese (as in Spanish) the verb “to be” is translated as two verbs: “ser” and “estar”. These very important… Read more »
Brazilian Portuguese
How to be Prepared for Business Etiquette in Brazil
Business dealings in Brazil can be much different from other countries. From business meeting etiquette to greetings, here are some… Read more »
Christmas Traditions Around the World
There are many holiday celebrations and traditions that take place around the world to usher in the holiday season. Let’s… Read more »
Benefits of Learning Brazilian Portuguese
Learning Brazilian Portuguese comes with many advantages, from increased communication abilities to a deeper knowledge of the customs and culture.… Read more »
The BRIC Method for Learning a Language
The BRIC Method is a proven way of mastering language. Here at BRIC Language Learning, we know learning a new… Read more »
6 Ways to Use the PT Verb Deixar
The Portuguese verb deixar (to leave, give permission, etc.) can be used in a variety of situations and its meaning… Read more »
How Immersion Language Learning Culturally Prepares You
Learning from a native language speaker helps with language acquisition, to be sure, but it also helps in one other… Read more »
6 Brazilian Expressions With the Verb Perder You Need to Know
The verb “perder” in Portuguese usually means ‘to lose’ or ‘to miss’, but it can also have very different meanings… Read more »
Explaining Confusing Words in Brazilian Portuguese
There are some widely used expressions in Brazilian Portuguese that can make learners very confused. But fear not! “Deixa comigo”!… Read more »
How to Celebrate Corpus Christi in Brazil
What is Corpus Christi and how do Brazilians celebrate it? From food to ceremonies to parades, learn why this celebration… Read more »
What’s the Difference Between Brazilian Portuguese, Portuguese and Spanish?
These three languages are similar, yet different in many ways. They each have distinct features that make them unique. So… Read more »
May 5th – International Day of the Portuguese Language
On May 5th we celebrate the International Day of the Portuguese Language and Culture. Established in June 2009 during the 14th CPLP (Community… Read more »
