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Portuguese Lessons in Austin

Did you know that there are more than 600,000 Portuguese speakers in the USA? This means that if you decide to learn this captivating language, youll be able to make wonderful new friends, and access all sorts of interesting opportunities all around the country that are exclusive to bilingual people. On top of that, if you start taking Portuguese classes in Austin this year, youll be able to get closer to the large local Hispanic community, meet some of the many Brazilian and Portuguese expats that live in the city and appreciate the various cultural events that are held in the city much more. Whats more, becoming a fluent Portuguese speaker can be a great way of taking your career to the next level, so if youre interested in becoming more employable, or you want to experience what its like to work abroad, the smartest thing you can do is make the first step in your journey to fluency by signing up in one of our fun, flexible Portuguese courses.

Still not convinced? Then take a look at some of the most important reasons why you should become a proficient Portuguese speaker as soon as possible.

Why Study Portuguese in Austin?

Learn Portuguese for Work and Travel

Speaking a second (or third!) language is one of the best things you can do if you want to access better job opportunities in Austin or abroad, so regardless of what your professional goals are, you should start learning Portuguese this year. Even if learning a foreign language sounds too intimidating for you right now, youll be glad to know that once you reach intermediate levels or above, youll be able to apply for many interesting jobs in the city, such as Senior Customer Success Account Manager for MongoDB, Services Engineer for Canonical or Annotation Analyst for Apple. Even if the positions youre interested in dont require you to be bilingual, youll find that having a foreign language on your CV will increase the chances of getting higher paying jobs, as most employers in the USA value applicants who have developed language and cross-cultural skills.

Alternatively, learning Portuguese can be a great way to increase your chances of working abroad, as once you can communicate confidently, youll be able to find amazing jobs in places like Rio de Janeiro, Lisbon, or even more exotic cities like Luanda in Angola or Dili in East Timor. Even if youre not planning on working there, if you master this fascinating language you will be able to visit plenty of stunning destinations around the globe much more confidently, and immerse in Brazilian, Portuguese and many other cultures without the need of a translator. 

Learn Portuguese for Social

If you live in Austin, you probably noticed that theres a large community of foreign-born residents that speak Portuguese, who come mostly from Brazil and Portugal. Because of this, there are many events held in the city that celebrate these and other lusophone cultures that you can attend to immerse in the language as much as possible, and learn about their interesting customs and traditions. One of the most important organizations you should know is Cultura Brasil Austin, which seeks to promote Brazilian culture in and around Austin by organizing all sorts of interesting cultural activities that are open to all. If youre interested in Brazilian music, for example, you cant miss their annual Brazil Fest, which takes place every April at Haute Spot, located at 1501 E New Hope. This fantastic festival will provide you with the perfect opportunity to listen to authentic Brazilian bands, and enjoy some of the best Bossa Nova, Forró and Samba beats. On top of that, there will be lots of cultural performances, which include traditional dances, Brazilian food stalls and captivating arts and crafts you can buy, and if that isnt enough, youll get to meet lots of native speakers and practice the language!

Learn Portuguese for Culture

In addition to helping you expand your horizons and have a more successful career, learning a foreign language is one of the most effective ways of meeting new people. Even if youre shy, once you know enough Portuguese to hold a simple conversation, youll be able to attend lots of fun events around Austin and meet other learners who share your passion for languages. One of the groups you should join is the Austin Language Learning Society, which meets online and at local coffee shops once a month to chat in lots of different languages, which of course include Portuguese. The great thing about these meetings is that theyre open to learners of all levels, so even if you still dont have an extensive vocabulary yet, youll be able to attend and listen to more advanced learners or even native speakers having casual conversations, which will have a huge impact on your listening skills.

Another group you should check out is Social Lingo Austin, which is run by language enthusiasts who love organizing parties around the city where multilingual people can socialize and boost their language skills at the same time. They meet every month at Radio Coffee & Beer, which is located at 4204 Menchaca Road, so if your goal is to expand your social circle and make some Portuguese-speaking friends, dont hesitate to attend! 

Where to learn Portuguese in and around Austin?

Are you searching for Portuguese classes near you? If so, you should contact us at Listen & Learn! We offer completely personalized lessons that you can enjoy from the comfort of your own home or office in Austin any day of the week! Whether you want to study the language on your own, or enjoy group lessons with friends or coworkers, send us a quick inquiry today, and well help you find a course that helps you achieve all of your goals in close to no time! 

The type of courses we offer:

Face-to-Face 1-to-1 (Individual) General Portuguese

This set of Portuguese tutorials are less specific and more targeted at those who want to get a range of different things from learning Portuguese. Even though all novice students will cover survival Portuguese: enough Portuguese to make a visit to the country or make good contacts with the locals, but what do you do from there? It depends on your needs. Those who have benefitted from these lessons have been those moving or investing overseas, spouses of overseas nationals, people who love to travel all over the world, those interested in Portuguese culture, and those who just want to pass a specific examination in Portuguese. Inquire now about our Portuguese Courses or Take A Free Portuguese Level Test

Face-to-Face 1-to-1 (Individual) Business Portuguese

Portuguese lessons of this type are aimed towards those that need to learn Portuguese to aid them with their employment. For those just starting out, it is integral to learn basic greetings and business etiquette; and reading and writing can be adopted once the simple precepts are out of the way. Success has come from students who are involved in import/export, international negotiations and acquisitions, those seeking jobs in multinational companies, and those working with foreign colleagues, academia and bureaucracy. Just our most basic beginners lesson will have the student finishing the lesson with basic telephone/e-mail skills in Portuguese, as well as survival Portuguese should a short stay in the country be needed. Inquire now about our Portuguese Courses or Take A Free Portuguese Level Test

Face-to-Face Closed (Private) Group General or Business Portuguese

2 or more people can benefit studying Portuguese together as these Portuguese lessons are also offered to groups (Two-to-One Portuguese Lesson or Small Group In-Company Portuguese Lesson). Every student must have the same degree of knowledge of the language, the same business or language needs and the ability to study at the same time and place as everybody else. The booking has to be made for all students at the same time. Listen & Learn do not advocate group sessions of more than 6-8 people, though Taster Portuguese Lessons can be experienced by up to 12 people. Inquire now about our Portuguese Courses or Take A Free Portuguese Level Test

Skype, Google Meet or Zoom Online 1-to-1 (Individual) General or Business Portuguese

Your colleagues and yourself can be trained by our native-speaking fully-qualified Portuguese tutors at a time and location to suit you. Classes can take place any day, even weekends, and can happen in the morning, afternoon or evening. If the case may be that your home or office is not convenient, there is always the option to take your classes at the office of your teacher. Study books for the lesson are provided. Inquire now about our Portuguese Courses or Take A Free Portuguese Level Test

Skype, Google Meet or Zoom Online Group (Closed or Open) General or Business Portuguese

If there are 2 or more of you with the same level of Portuguese, the same targets within the language, and be able to study at the same time and location, then you'll be happy to know that these Portuguese lessons can also be made available for Two-to-One Portuguese Lessons or Small Group In-Company Portuguese Lessons. Listen & Learn do not generally recommend classes of more than 6-8 people, although Taster lessons in Portuguese can run with up to 12 people. Bookings must be made for all participants at the same time. Inquire now about our Portuguese Courses or Take A Free Portuguese Level Test

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portuguese Songs

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Garota de Ipanema- Jobim & Moraes

This is one of the most well-known Brazilian songs of all time. Garota (girl) from Ipanema has very easy-to-follow lyrics and a beautiful rhythm that makes it a great learning resources for Portuguese students of all levels. For instance, beginners will practice regular verbs that end in -ar (like passar), -er (prencher), and -ir (existir). For more advanced students, there irregular as well, verbs like vir, ficar or estar. There’s even an English version of the song by Frank Sinatra, so it’s a great idea to listen to both to compare the (very different) lyrics! Dance to the rhythm of this catchy song!

portuguese Songs

Ja Sei Namorar- Tribalistas

Tribalistas is a highly popular (though short-lived) Brazilian group. They produced only one record, of which Ja sei namorar was the first track. It became so famous that it was chosen as the main theme of the FIFA video game in 2004. Listen to this song to brighten your day while putting your Portuguese skills to use! Learn how to use the infinitive and present tenses and pick up some words related to falling in love, such as namorar (make someone like you), beijar (to kiss), and sonhar (to dream). Click here to listen to the song!

Construção- Chico Buarque

Construção is a very popular song by Chico Buarque, a great bossa nova singer with a pleasant voice. The song was composed during the military dictatorship that took place in Brazil decades ago and talks about difficult topics, like censorship, persecution, and death, by telling the story of a man who goes to work and never returns home. The song is most suitable for intermediate or even advanced learners of Portuguese, as it features complicated tenses like mixed conditionals and informal vocabulary like quatro paredes sólidas (4 solid walls) or um pacote flácido (a bland package) that won’t be understood by beginners. Dance to the rhythm of this catchy song!

portuguese Youtube Channels

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5inco Minutos

Run by actress Kéfera Buchmann, this is one of the most popular Brazilian YouTube channels today. It focuses on funny vlogs and parodies of famous Brazilian programs and artists. Even though the channel name translates as “5 minutes,” this YouTuber uploads content that is much longer! As the videos feature famous artists from Brazil, you will get familiar with Brazilian Portuguese pop culture and slang. This channel is best suited for advanced students due to its speed of delivery and use of colloquialisms. Subscribe to 5inco Minutos and you will learn Brazilian Portuguese while having fun learning about the things you enjoy. Watch these videos here!

portuguese Youtube Channels

D4rkFrame

If you love conspiracy theories and crazy experiments, and would like to combine this with learning Brazilian Portuguese, you should definitely subscribe to D4rkFrame’s YouTube channel. From trendy craft projects to car explosions, you will find eccentric content that caters to every preference. For example, he is always playing jokes on his wife, so you will learn vocabulary used to refer to a loved one, such as “minha namorada.” And the best part is that it includes English subtitles, so you will be able to understand what the Youtuber is saying, even if you only know Portuguese to a beginner level. Watch these videos here!

AulaLivre

If you would like to level up your Brazilian Portuguese skills while learning something new, AulaLivre is the channel for you. The owners upload weekly content related to culture, science, arts, linguistics, and more. The videos are well suited to advanced language learners, as the channel has no subtitles and most teachers speak really fast and use a lot of slang. Fortunately, you will also find content related to the learning of Portuguese, which you can watch regardless of your proficiency level, as these videos feature tips on writing and pronunciation, punctuation, word order, and more! Watch these videos here!

portuguese News

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R7

Do you want to keep up with what is going on in Brazil while practicing your Portuguese? R7 is a website that publishes daily news articles about sports, entertainment, lifestyle, and current affairs. The articles are very short (less than 300 words) and use simple vocabulary, so are great resources for beginners to practice reading real-life materials. Some of the words used are quite similar to their English counterparts, too; terms like proposta (proposal), apresentada (presented), or autorizado (authorized). But others are more advanced, making this website a great place for Portuguese of all levels. Watch R7 for free here!

portuguese News

Globo News

Globo News is the most famous news channel in Brazil. If you are based in Brazil, you can tune in to watch the daily news on TV (Jornal Nacional). But don’t worry if that’s not the case for you: they run an online live stream daily, and you can read what is going on in their articles, as well. Further, You will see plenty of William Bonner, the iconic newsreader who has been with Globo for over 20 years. If you are interested in specific cities, you can check out regional Globo news, too. Watch GloboNews for free here!

Noticias ao Minuto

Noticias ao Minuto is one of the most well-known news outlets in Portugal. Its website features news articles categorized by topic, such as culture, tech, celebrities, economy, and more. The focus is Portugal, though it also has a lot of articles related to Spain, its neighbor. Most of the materials here are short and simple (under 400 words) and the most relevant news is accompanied by videos, so they can be easily understood by intermediate-level students. They publish an impressive number of articles per day (more than 20 per category), so you will never run out of material to read. Watch the news for free here!

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Language learned: Portuguese in Washington, D.C.

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