{"id":39541,"date":"2023-09-02T17:39:14","date_gmt":"2023-09-02T17:39:14","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.learnportuguesewithsusana.com\/pt\/?p=39541"},"modified":"2023-12-28T17:42:14","modified_gmt":"2023-12-28T17:42:14","slug":"learning-portuguese-why-learn-portuguese","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.learnportuguesewithsusana.com\/lpws\/learning-portuguese-why-learn-portuguese\/","title":{"rendered":"LEARNING PORTUGUESE. Why learn Portuguese?"},"content":{"rendered":"

Here’s a list to guide you through the essential needs and answer some common questions.<\/p>\n

1. In which countries is Portuguese spoken? <\/strong>Portuguese is spoken in Portugal, Brazil, Mozambique, Angola, Timor, Goa, Cape Verde, S\u00e3o Tom\u00e9 and Pr\u00edncipe and Guinea-Bissau. With a total of 218 million speakers, it ranks 5th among the most widely spoken languages in the world.<\/p>\n

2. Why is learning Portuguese a good choice? <\/strong>Portuguese, being a Romance language, is spoken in several countries, providing a diverse linguistic experience.<\/p>\n

3. Is it necessary to speak Portuguese in Portugal? <\/strong>Absolutely! Although many Portuguese speak English or French, locals appreciate it when foreigners make the effort to speak Portuguese.<\/p>\n

4. Is Portuguese the same as Spanish? <\/strong>No, they are different languages. Although there are some shared words and expressions, Portuguese and Spanish are different languages.<\/p>\n

5. What is the difference between Portuguese and Brazilian? <\/strong>Brazilian Portuguese has a distinct pronunciation and some variations in grammar and vocabulary. Mixing the two at first can lead to misunderstandings.<\/p>\n

6. How long does it take to start speaking Portuguese confidently? <\/strong>Usually at least a year; learning a language takes time, effort and patience.<\/p>\n

7. Can I speak without knowing how to write? <\/strong>No, writing is crucial. Applying the correct vocabulary, punctuation, grammar rules and spelling is essential for effective communication.<\/p>\n

8. Is pronunciation important? <\/strong>Yes, but at A1 and A2 level, pronunciation must be sufficient to be understood, despite a foreign accent. Different pronunciations can alter words and ideas, leading to potential misunderstandings in conversation or reading.<\/p>\n

9. Is Portuguese grammar difficult? <\/strong>It’s not that difficult, but it requires study, consistent revision and practice in writing.<\/p>\n

10. Can I learn Portuguese on my own? <\/strong>It’s possible, but not advisable. Portuguese is rich and demanding, and guidance can enhance the learning experience.<\/p>\n

11. Is it harder for adults to learn Portuguese? <\/strong>No, and learning a new language is an excellent brain exercise. Commitment, willpower and guidance can speed up your progress.<\/p>\n

12. How often should I have lessons a week? <\/strong>At least twice a week is recommended, but depending on your mother tongue you may need more or fewer lessons. If you follow the J\u00e1 Est\u00e1!<\/a><\/span><\/strong><\/em> methodology, you’ll have one lesson a day.<\/p>\n

13. How long should a lesson last? <\/strong>We suggest at least an hour. Don’t be afraid to speak; it’s a personal journey between you and the language.<\/p>\n

14. Is it difficult to keep learning Portuguese? <\/strong>Once you start, you’ll fall in love with the Portuguese language and culture, fuelling your desire to learn more and more.<\/p>\n

15. Where can I listen to Portuguese? <\/strong>Start with the audios of the lessons. As you progress, incorporate Portuguese into your daily life by listening to podcasts while travelling or exercising. It’s addictive!<\/p>\n

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APRENDER PORTUGU\u00caS. Porqu\u00ea?<\/em><\/span><\/h6>\n

 <\/p>\n

Aqui est\u00e1 uma lista para o orientar nas necessidades essenciais e responder a algumas perguntas comuns.<\/em><\/span><\/p>\n

1.Em quais pa\u00edses se fala Portugu\u00eas?<\/strong> Portugu\u00eas \u00e9 falado em Portugal, Brasil, Mo\u00e7ambique, Angola, Timor, Goa, Cabo Verde, S\u00e3o Tom\u00e9 e Pr\u00edncipe e Guin\u00e9-Bissau. Com um total de 218 milh\u00f5es de falantes, est\u00e1 em 5\u00ba lugar entre os idiomas mais falados no mundo.<\/em><\/span><\/p>\n

2.Porque aprender Portugu\u00eas \u00e9 uma boa escolha?<\/strong> Portugu\u00eas, sendo uma l\u00edngua rom\u00e2nica, \u00e9 falado em v\u00e1rios pa\u00edses, proporcionando uma experi\u00eancia lingu\u00edstica diversificada.<\/em><\/span><\/p>\n

3. \u00c9 necess\u00e1rio falar Portugu\u00eas em Portugal?<\/strong> Absolutamente! Embora muitos portugueses falem ingl\u00eas ou franc\u00eas, os locais apreciam quando estrangeiros se esfor\u00e7am para falar Portugu\u00eas.<\/em><\/span><\/p>\n

4. Portugu\u00eas \u00e9 igual a Espanhol?<\/strong> N\u00e3o, s\u00e3o l\u00ednguas distintas. Embora haja algumas palavras e express\u00f5es compartilhadas, Portugu\u00eas e Espanhol s\u00e3o idiomas diferentes.<\/em><\/span><\/p>\n

5. Qual a diferen\u00e7a entre Portugu\u00eas e Brasileiro?<\/strong> O Portugu\u00eas Brasileiro tem uma pron\u00fancia distinta e algumas varia\u00e7\u00f5es na gram\u00e1tica e vocabul\u00e1rio. Misturar ambos no in\u00edcio pode levar a mal-entendidos.<\/em><\/span><\/p>\n

6. Quanto tempo leva para come\u00e7ar a falar Portugu\u00eas com confian\u00e7a?<\/strong> Normalmente, no m\u00ednimo, um ano; aprender um idioma exige tempo, esfor\u00e7o e paci\u00eancia.<\/em><\/span><\/p>\n

7. Posso falar sem saber escrever?<\/strong> N\u00e3o, escrever \u00e9 crucial. Aplicar o vocabul\u00e1rio correto, pontua\u00e7\u00e3o, regras gramaticais e ortografia \u00e9 essencial para uma comunica\u00e7\u00e3o eficaz.<\/em><\/span><\/p>\n

8. A pron\u00fancia \u00e9 importante?<\/strong> \u00c9, mas nos n\u00edveis A1 e A2 a pron\u00fancia deve ser suficiente para ser entendida, apesar do sotaque estrageiro. Diferentes pron\u00fancias podem alterar palavras e ideias, levando a potenciais mal-entendidos em conversas ou leituras.<\/em><\/span><\/p>\n

9. \u00c9 dif\u00edcil a gram\u00e1tica Portuguesa?<\/strong> N\u00e3o \u00e9 assim t\u00e3o dif\u00edcil, mas exige estudo, revis\u00e3o consistente e pr\u00e1tica na escrita.<\/em><\/span><\/p>\n

10. Posso aprender Portugu\u00eas sozinho?<\/strong> \u00c9 poss\u00edvel, mas n\u00e3o \u00e9 aconselh\u00e1vel. Portugu\u00eas \u00e9 rico e exigente, e orienta\u00e7\u00e3o pode aprimorar a experi\u00eancia de aprendizagem.<\/em><\/span><\/p>\n

11. \u00c9 mais dif\u00edcil para os adultos aprenderem Portugu\u00eas?<\/strong> N\u00e3o, e aprender um novo idioma \u00e9 um excelente exerc\u00edcio cerebral. Compromisso, for\u00e7a de vontade e orienta\u00e7\u00e3o podem acelerar o seu progresso.<\/em><\/span><\/p>\n

12. Com que frequ\u00eancia devo ter aulas por semana?<\/strong> Pelo menos duas vezes por semana \u00e9 o recomendado, mas dependendo da sua l\u00edngua materna poder\u00e3o ser necess\u00e1rias mais ou menos aulas. Se seguir a metodologia do J\u00e1 Est\u00e1!<\/a><\/span><\/strong> ter\u00e1 uma aula por dia.<\/em><\/span><\/p>\n

13. Quanto tempo deve durar uma aula?<\/strong> Sugere-se no m\u00ednimo uma hora. N\u00e3o tenha medo de falar; \u00e9 uma jornada pessoal entre voc\u00ea e o idioma.<\/em><\/span><\/p>\n

14. \u00c9 dif\u00edcil manter a aprendizagem de Portugu\u00eas?<\/strong> Assim que come\u00e7ar, vai se apaixonar pela l\u00edngua e cultura portuguesa, alimentando o desejo de aprender mais e mais.<\/em><\/span><\/p>\n

15. Onde posso ouvir Portugu\u00eas?<\/strong> Comece com os \u00e1udios das aulas. Conforme avan\u00e7a, incorpore o Portugu\u00eas na sua vida di\u00e1ria, ouvindo podcasts durante as suas desloca\u00e7\u00f5es ou quando faz exerc\u00edcio. \u00c9 viciante!<\/span><\/em><\/span><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

Here’s a list to guide you through the essential needs and answer some common questions. 1. In which countries is Portuguese spoken? Portuguese is spoken in Portugal, Brazil, Mozambique, Angola, Timor, Goa, Cape Verde, S\u00e3o Tom\u00e9 and Pr\u00edncipe and Guinea-Bissau. With a total of 218 million speakers, it ranks 5th among the most widely spoken languages in the world. 2. Why is learning Portuguese a good choice? Portuguese, being a Romance language, is spoken in several countries, providing a diverse linguistic experience. 3. Is it necessary to speak Portuguese in Portugal? Absolutely! Although many Portuguese speak English or French, locals appreciate it when foreigners make the effort to speak Portuguese. 4. Is Portuguese the same as Spanish? No, they are different languages. Although there are some shared words and expressions, Portuguese and Spanish are different languages. 5. What is the difference between Portuguese and Brazilian? Brazilian Portuguese has a distinct pronunciation and some variations in grammar and vocabulary. Mixing the two at first can lead to misunderstandings. 6. How long does it take to start speaking Portuguese confidently? Usually at least a year; learning a language takes time, effort and patience. 7. Can I speak without knowing how to write? No, writing is crucial. Applying the correct vocabulary, punctuation, grammar rules and spelling is essential for effective communication. 8. Is pronunciation important? Yes, but at A1 and A2 level, pronunciation must be sufficient to be understood, despite a foreign accent. Different pronunciations can alter words and ideas, leading to potential misunderstandings in conversation or reading. 9. Is Portuguese grammar difficult? It’s not that difficult, but it requires study, consistent revision and practice in writing. 10. Can I learn Portuguese on my own? It’s possible, but not advisable. Portuguese is rich and demanding, and guidance can enhance the learning experience. 11. Is it harder for adults to learn Portuguese? No, and learning a new language is an excellent brain exercise. Commitment, willpower and guidance can speed up your progress. 12. How often should I have lessons a week? At least twice a week is recommended, but depending on your mother tongue you may need more or fewer lessons. If you follow the J\u00e1 Est\u00e1! methodology, you’ll have one lesson a day. 13. How long should a lesson last? We suggest at least an hour. Don’t be afraid to speak; it’s a personal journey between you and the language. 14. Is it difficult to keep learning Portuguese? Once you start, you’ll fall in love with the Portuguese language and culture, fuelling your desire to learn more and more. 15. Where can I listen to Portuguese? Start with the audios of the lessons. As you progress, incorporate Portuguese into your daily life by listening to podcasts while travelling or exercising. It’s addictive! ———————————————————————————————————————————————- APRENDER PORTUGU\u00caS. Porqu\u00ea?   Aqui est\u00e1 uma lista para o orientar nas necessidades essenciais e responder a algumas perguntas comuns. 1.Em quais pa\u00edses se fala Portugu\u00eas? Portugu\u00eas \u00e9 falado em Portugal, Brasil, Mo\u00e7ambique, Angola, Timor, Goa, Cabo Verde, S\u00e3o Tom\u00e9 e Pr\u00edncipe e Guin\u00e9-Bissau. Com um total de 218 milh\u00f5es de falantes, est\u00e1 em 5\u00ba lugar entre os idiomas mais falados no mundo. 2.Porque aprender Portugu\u00eas \u00e9 uma boa escolha? Portugu\u00eas, sendo uma l\u00edngua rom\u00e2nica, \u00e9 falado em v\u00e1rios pa\u00edses, proporcionando uma experi\u00eancia lingu\u00edstica diversificada. 3. \u00c9 necess\u00e1rio falar Portugu\u00eas em Portugal? Absolutamente! Embora muitos portugueses falem ingl\u00eas ou franc\u00eas, os locais apreciam quando estrangeiros se esfor\u00e7am para falar Portugu\u00eas. 4. Portugu\u00eas \u00e9 igual a Espanhol? N\u00e3o, s\u00e3o l\u00ednguas distintas. Embora haja algumas palavras e express\u00f5es compartilhadas, Portugu\u00eas e Espanhol s\u00e3o idiomas diferentes. 5. Qual a diferen\u00e7a entre Portugu\u00eas e Brasileiro? O Portugu\u00eas Brasileiro tem uma pron\u00fancia distinta e algumas varia\u00e7\u00f5es na gram\u00e1tica e vocabul\u00e1rio. Misturar ambos no in\u00edcio pode levar a mal-entendidos. 6. Quanto tempo leva para come\u00e7ar a falar Portugu\u00eas com confian\u00e7a? Normalmente, no m\u00ednimo, um ano; aprender um idioma exige tempo, esfor\u00e7o e paci\u00eancia. 7. Posso falar sem saber escrever? N\u00e3o, escrever \u00e9 crucial. Aplicar o vocabul\u00e1rio correto, pontua\u00e7\u00e3o, regras gramaticais e ortografia \u00e9 essencial para uma comunica\u00e7\u00e3o eficaz. 8. 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