Archive for 'Vocabulary'
Word of the Day: feriado Posted by Rachel on Jun 18, 2009
As you know, Transparent offers a word of the day feature on Portuguese Blog (check the right side), as well as a word of the day in 12 other languages. You can listen to the pronunciation of the word and see how it is used in a sentence. Today’s word of the day is feriado…
Jewelry Vocabulary Posted by Rachel on Jun 12, 2009
Today we’re going to look at some vocabulary related to jewelry, which is helpful for travelers planning on shopping in Brazil. anel – ring colar – necklace pulseira – bracelet brincos – earrings argolas – hoop earrings fita – cloth bracelet, like the famous Senhor do Bomfim bracelets amuleto/talismã – charm pulseira de tornozelo –…
Nightlife Vocabulary Posted by Rachel on Jun 5, 2009
Today we’re going to learn some vocabulary related to nightlife, which is essential for anyone traveling to Brazil. boate: nightclub/dance club (used in Rio de Janeiro) balada: nightclub/dance club (used in São Paulo and to clubs that play techno) bar: bar/pub boteco/botequim: pub/neighborhood bar (usually with tables outside and food) baile funk: Brazilian funk dance…
Word of the Day File: Gerente Posted by Rachel on May 25, 2009
If you look at the right side of the blog, you’ll notice the word of the day, where we feature a word in Portuguese, its English translation, and its proper application seven days a week. In this new series, we’ll talk a bit about the word of the day to expand upon its use. Today’s…
Sleepyhead Posted by Rachel on May 21, 2009
Today we’re going to learn some important words and phrases associated with being tired or sleepy. Key words dormir = to sleep acordar = to wake up cansado = tired deitar = to lie down bocejar = to yawn Key Phrases 1. estar com sono This means to be sleepy, literally translated, “to be with…
Celebrity Posted by Rachel on Apr 16, 2009
When discussing celebrities, there are a few important words and phrases to keep in mind. 1. grande i.e. ator / atriz / cantor / cantora / artista (actor, actress, male singer, female singer, artist) Even though grande means big in some contexts, in this context it means great. Kate Winslet é uma grande atriz, e…
Portuguese Vocabulary: Pets Posted by Rachel on Mar 27, 2009
Today we’re going to learn vocabulary about pets. pet = animal / bicho de estimação / mascote dog = cachorro / cão cat = gato bird = pássaro parakeet = periquito parrot = papagaio fish = peixe guinea pig = porquinho da índia pet store = pet shop dog food = ração para cachorro cat…