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Globo Amazônia Videos Posted by Rachel on Dec 21, 2009
Globo Amazônia has launched a really cool new feature where readers and activists can send in their videos discussing why the Amazon and environmental preservation are important. Watch Cristiane Torloni’s video and then see if you can answer the following questions: 1. What two words does she use to describe “failure?” 2. What event does…
Estar satisfeito Posted by Rachel on Dec 17, 2009
Today, we’re going to study a nice little expression you can use in a number of ways. 1. to be pleased Ela está satisfeita com os resultados. She’s pleased by the results. Estamos satisfeitos com o projeto. We’re pleased with the project. 2. to be full Não quero mais bolo. Estou satisfeita. I don’t want…
Lyrics Practice: Marisa Monte Posted by Rachel on Dec 14, 2009
Along with having a catchy melody, Marisa Monte’s Não é proibido is a great song to learn food vocabulary. Incidentally, this video montage matches the lyrics to exact photos of the object or idea, so you will have an easier time learning new words! Bonus points: Did you learn a new food vocabulary word? If…
Vacation Vocabulary Posted by Rachel on Dec 12, 2009
Today we’re going to look at some vocabulary about taking a break from work. 1. férias = vacation Vou tirar férias o mês que vem. I’m going on vacation next month. Eles vão passar as férias na Argentina. They’re going to spend their vacation in Argentina. 2. feriado = holiday Tem feriado na sexta-feira e…
Language Learner Types Posted by Rachel on Dec 4, 2009
For today’s interactive feature, the question is: what type of language learner are you? There are four types: meaning-oriented, or relational approach theory-oriented, or analytic approach solution-oriented, or structural approach activity-oriented, or energetic approach What’s your type? How do you pick up a language? What learning styles do you prefer? Leave a comment!
Thanksgiving Vocabulary Posted by Rachel on Nov 20, 2009
In Brazil, there’s no such thing as Thanksgiving, but it’s useful to know vocabulary about your own culture so that you can share it with your friends in Portuguese. It’s much easier to explain something foreign when you know the right words. Let’s take a look: holiday = feriado Thanksgiving Day = Dia de Ação…
Lyrics Practice: Ana Carolina Posted by Rachel on Nov 16, 2009
Ana Carolina is a wonderful singer and composer, so today we’re going to look at her Portuguese adaptation of the song “The Blower’s Daughter.” Skip to the 2:00 mark for her to start singing. The lyrics are from the recorded version, so the live version is just slightly different, so keep a close eye on…