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Learn Portuguese with 10 words a day
Portuguese is the official language of Portugal and Brazil and is spoken by more than 250 million people. On LinguDay you learn European Portuguese, as spoken in Lisbon.
300 words · 7 conversation lessons
No credit card · Every new member gets 14 days of Premium
Your first Portuguese words
Listen without signing up. On LinguDay you learn 10 new words like these every day.
| Word | Pronunciation | Meaning | Listen |
|---|---|---|---|
| Olá | Olá | Hello | |
| Obrigado | Ubrigádu | Thank you (said by a man) | |
| Por favor | Pur favór | Please | |
| Sim | Sin | Yes | |
| Não | Naun | No | |
| Desculpe | Dəshkúlpə | Excuse me; sorry | |
| Adeus | Adéush | Goodbye | |
| O nome | U nómə | Name |
Try it now
Listen to your first words without signing up, then test yourself.
- Olá [Olá] Hello
- Obrigado [Ubrigádu] Thank you (said by a man)
- Por favor [Pur favór] Please
Portuguese conversation lessons
Short real-life dialogues; every line has its pronunciation, translation and audio.
- Everyday conversations 2 lessons Free
- Travel 2 lessons Premium
- Restaurant and café 1 lessons Premium
- Shopping 1 lessons Premium
- Phone calls 1 lessons Premium
A little every day adds up
The LinguDay method is simple: 10 new words every day. Small steps build up.
- A day 10 words
- A week 70 words
- A month 300 words
- A year 3,650 words
Most everyday conversation uses the few thousand most common words. LinguDay starts with basic, frequent words, so in a year you reach that range.
Your Portuguese learning plan
With 10 words a day you finish the 300-word core list in 30 days. New words every day, a conversation lesson a week and a short daily test are all you need.
Premium
Want to go faster? Premium
The free plan is enough to learn steadily every day. Premium is for those who want more.
- Not limited to 10 words a day: “10 more words” as often as you like
- All conversation lessons: travel, restaurants, shopping, phone calls
- Unlimited tests
- Start new conversations with other members and share images
Every new member gets 14 days of Premium free. Plans from $2.39 a month.
See PremiumQuestions about learning Portuguese
How do you learn Portuguese?
The most effective way to learn Portuguese is to study a little every day. On LinguDay you learn 10 new words a day with pronunciation and audio, see them in short conversation lessons and reinforce them with a daily test.
Is Portuguese hard to learn?
Portuguese uses the Latin alphabet and its grammar is close to Spanish and Italian. The hard part is the sound: nasal vowels (não, mãe) and, in Portugal, very short unstressed vowels that are almost swallowed. On LinguDay every word’s pronunciation is written in Latin letters with the stressed syllable marked, and you can listen to it.
How long does it take to learn Portuguese?
A few months of regular study is enough for a basic level. With 10 words a day you learn 70 words a week and about 300 a month, reaching 900 words in three months. Speaking fluently also takes listening and speaking practice.
Where can I learn Portuguese for free?
You can learn Portuguese free on LinguDay: 10 words a day, audio pronunciation, beginner and everyday conversation lessons and a daily test are free. No credit card needed.
How do I learn to pronounce Portuguese words?
On LinguDay every word’s pronunciation is written in Latin letters and you can listen to it. So you can start before learning the alphabet and get the pronunciation right from the beginning.
Where should I start learning Portuguese?
Start with the basic words you need for greetings, introductions, numbers and everyday needs. LinguDay’s word list follows this order, and the first conversation lessons are about introductions and everyday conversation.
Can you learn Portuguese with 10 words a day?
Yes. 10 words a day looks small, but it adds up to 300 words a month and 3,650 a year. With regular review and conversation lessons, these words let you understand everyday conversations.
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