Portuguese Lab Podcast | Learn European Portuguese
Susana Morais 179 episódios nov 12, 2026
The Portuguese Lab is a podcast designed to help learners master European Portuguese from Portugal. It covers various language skills and offers strategies for becoming an independent and successful learner. The podcast is hosted by Susana Morais and provides practical tips and lessons for improving Portuguese proficiency.
Episódios
Listening practice - A2+ - A verdade sobre o João
In this episode, João hasn't been around much lately, and his friends are determined to find out why. As they come up with increasingly wild theories, the mystery deepens. In this series, designed for upper beginners and beyond, we’ll explore everyday situations in Portugal and other useful topics to help you improve your listening comprehension, expand your vocabulary, and reinforce grammar
Listening practice - A2+ - A nova piscina
In this episode, Dona Maria visits a new swimming pool to sign up for lessons, but the receptionist makes a few assumptions about her. In this series, designed for upper beginners and beyond, we’ll explore everyday situations in Portugal and other useful topics to help you improve your listening comprehension, expand your vocabulary, and reinforce grammar in context.Transcripthttps://www.port
Listening practice - A2+ - Duas versões da mesma história
In this episode, a woman is hit by a bicycle in a quiet Portuguese village, but two witnesses tell very different stories. In this series, designed for upper beginners and beyond, we’ll explore everyday situations in Portugal and other useful topics to help you improve your listening comprehension, expand your vocabulary, and reinforce grammar in context.Transcripthttps://www.portugueselab.c
Listening practice - A2+ - A terceira prateleira
In this episode, Teresa urgently needs her neighbor’s help, but finding a piece of paper hidden inside a book proves more complicated than expected. In this series, designed for upper beginners and beyond, we’ll explore everyday situations in Portugal and other useful topics to help you improve your listening comprehension, expand your vocabulary, and reinforce grammar in context.Transcriptht
Listening practice - A2+ - Era sábado
In this episode, a simple trip to the butcher shop takes an unexpected turn when I discover that all the stores are closed. In this series, designed for upper beginners and beyond, we’ll explore everyday situations in Portugal and other useful topics to help you improve your listening comprehension, expand your vocabulary, and reinforce grammar in context.Transcripthttps://www.portugueselab.c
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Listen & speak - O Diogo estava a ler
1) First, listen and repeat.2) Then, when you hear the bell, answer the questions out loud. Check the complete transcript + translation: https://www.portugueselab.com/podcast/listen-speak-6 Eram duas da tarde.O Diogo estava a ler um livro.Depois, adormeceu.Agora, são três da tarde.Ele ainda está a dormir.**Eram quatro da tarde?Não, não eram quatro da tarde. Eram cinco
Listen & speak - Quando era criança
1) First, listen and repeat.2) Then, when you hear the bell, answer the questions out loud. Check the complete transcript + translation: https://www.portugueselab.com/podcast/listen-speak-5Quando era criança, passava o verão nas montanhas. Agora passo sempre o verão na praia. Quando era criança, passava o verão nas montanhas. Agora passo sempre o verão na praia. Onde passo
Listen & speak - Eu fui ao cinema
1) First, listen and repeat.2) Then, when you hear the bell, answer the questions out loud. Check the complete transcript + translation: https://www.portugueselab.com/podcast/listen-speak-4Eu fui ao cinema pela última vez em dezembro.Desde quando é que eu não vou ao cinema?Desde dezembro.Eu fui ao cinema em dezembro.Eu não vou ao cinema há dois meses.Há quanto tempo é que eu não vou ao cinema
Listen & speak - O meu irmão levanta-se às sete da manhã
1) First, listen and repeat.2) Then, when you hear the bell, answer the questions out loud. Check the complete transcript + translation: https://www.portugueselab.com/podcast/listen-speak-3O meu irmão levanta-se às sete da manhã. O meu irmão não se levanta às oito da manhã.O meu irmão também não se levanta às nove da manhã.A que horas é que se levanta o meu irmão?**A que horas é que se l
Listen & speak - Hoje está a chover
1) First, listen and repeat.2) Then, when you hear the bell, answer the questions out loud. Check the complete transcript + translation: https://www.portugueselab.com/podcast/listen-speak-2Hoje está a chover.Hoje não está sol.Hoje também não está a nevar.Como está o tempo hoje?**Como está o tempo hoje?Hoje está a chover. Hoje está sol?Não, não está sol. Está a nevar?Não, também não
Listen & speak - O meu relógio está na mesa
1) First, listen and repeat.2) Then, when you hear the bell, answer the questions out loud. Check the complete transcript + translation: https://www.portugueselab.com/podcast/listen-speak-1 O meu relógio está na mesa.O meu relógio não está na secretária.O meu relógio também não está na bancada da cozinha.**Onde está o meu relógio?O teu relógio está na mesa. O meu relógio está na sec
Listening practice - A1 - O almoço de aniversário
Saving money is Dina’s habit, but today is different: she and Daniel go out for lunch, and face an unexpected moment.Get the transcript in your inbox: https://www.portugueselab.com/podcast/listening-practice-a1-11This is a listening practice episode for beginners (level A1).You’ll hear simple, clear Portuguese to help you improve your listening skills and get used to the rhythm of the language.If
Listening practice - A1 - A ida ao supermercado
Anabela plans a healthy shopping trip, but the supermarket has many temptations.Get the transcript in your inbox: https://www.portugueselab.com/podcast/listening-practice-a1-10This is a listening practice episode for beginners (level A1).You’ll hear simple, clear Portuguese to help you improve your listening skills and get used to the rhythm of the language.If you’d like an extra boost, you can do
Listening practice - A1 - Rotinas de desporto
Running, walking, and the gym when the weather is bad: a week of activity that keeps the body moving.Get the transcript in your inbox: https://www.portugueselab.com/podcast/listening-practice-a1-9This is a listening practice episode for beginners (level A1).You’ll hear simple, clear Portuguese to help you improve your listening skills and get used to the rhythm of the language.If you’d like an ext
Listening practice - A1 - As manhãs da Carlota
Tired but determined, Carlota builds her morning step by step—and plans a better bedtime.Get the transcript in your inbox: https://www.portugueselab.com/podcast/listening-practice-a1-8This is a listening practice episode for beginners (level A1).You’ll hear simple, clear Portuguese to help you improve your listening skills and get used to the rhythm of the language.If you’d like an extra boost, yo
Listening practice - A1 - As compras no mercado
Carlos wants healthy, local produce; a trip to the village market puts his plan to the test.Get the transcript in your inbox: https://www.portugueselab.com/podcast/listening-practice-a1-7This is a listening practice episode for beginners (level A1).You’ll hear simple, clear Portuguese to help you improve your listening skills and get used to the rhythm of the language.If you’d like an extra boost,
Listening practice - A1 - As férias
The Silvas want a relaxing vacation; first, they have to get through the airport.Get the transcript in your inbox: https://www.portugueselab.com/podcast/listening-practice-a1-6This is a listening practice episode for beginners (level A1).You’ll hear simple, clear Portuguese to help you improve your listening skills and get used to the rhythm of the language.If you’d like an extra boost, you can do
Listening practice - A1 - A dor de dentes
Paulo feels a small tooth pain, tries to ignore it, and soon faces a difficult decision.Get the transcript in your inbox: https://www.portugueselab.com/podcast/listening-practice-a1-5This is a listening practice episode for beginners (level A1).You’ll hear simple, clear Portuguese to help you improve your listening skills and get used to the rhythm of the language.If you’d like an extra boost, you
Listening practice - A1 - A casa nova do Carlos
In this episode, you'll learn about Carlos. He lives in the historic city of Coimbra where he just bought a new home.Get the transcript in your inbox: https://www.portugueselab.com/podcast/listening-practice-a1-2This is a listening practice episode for beginners (level A1).You’ll hear simple, clear Portuguese to help you improve your listening skills and get used to the rhythm of the language.If y
Listening practice - A1 - O dia-a-dia da Teresa
In this episode, you’ll meet Teresa. She’s 28 years old, lives in the Algarve, and has a very friendly dog named Dax. Let’s listen!Get the transcript in your inbox: https://www.portugueselab.com/podcast/listening-practice-a1-1This is a listening practice episode for beginners (level A1).You’ll hear simple, clear Portuguese to help you improve your listening skills and get used to the rhythm of the
Listening practice - A2 - A era do GPS
In this episode, we dive into the world of GPS navigation, showing how it can be both a lifesaver and a source of frustration.Get the transcript in your inbox.In this series, designed for upper beginners and beyond, we’ll explore everyday situations in Portugal and other useful topics to help you improve your listening comprehension, expand your vocabulary, and reinforce grammar in context.If you’
Listening practice - A2 - Como lavar a roupa
In this episode, we explore the different ways people do laundry, from meticulous care to a more carefree approach.Get the transcript in your inbox.In this series, designed for upper beginners and beyond, we’ll explore everyday situations in Portugal and other useful topics to help you improve your listening comprehension, expand your vocabulary, and reinforce grammar in context.If you’d like an e
Listening practice - A2 - O aparelho diabólico
In this episode, we follow the story of a family caught in a daily battle for control of the "diabolical device" – the TV remote – and explore the dynamics of who controls the television at home.Get the transcript in your inbox.In this series, designed for upper beginners and beyond, we’ll explore everyday situations in Portugal and other useful topics to help you improve your listening comprehens
Listening practice - A2 - Uma boa desculpa
In this episode, we follow Joana as she navigates various invitations, from dinner parties to weddings, and comes up with creative excuses to politely decline them.Get the transcript in your inbox.In this series, designed for upper beginners and beyond, we’ll explore everyday situations in Portugal and other useful topics to help you improve your listening comprehension, expand your vocabulary, an
Listening practice - A2 - As pessoas que cheiram livros
In this series, designed for upper beginners and beyond, we’ll explore everyday situations in Portugal and other useful topics to help you improve your listening comprehension, expand your vocabulary, and reinforce grammar in context.In this episode, I talk about the joy of fresh school supplies: clean notebooks, sharpened pencils, and the wonderful pleasure of smelling books.If you’d like an extr
Listening practice - A2 - Quando tudo se avaria
In this series, designed for upper beginners and beyond, we’ll explore everyday situations in Portugal and other useful topics to help you improve your listening comprehension, expand your vocabulary, and reinforce grammar in context.In this episode, everything starts to break; the TV, the phone, the computer, and a visit to the repair shop leads to both good and bad news.If you’d like an extra bo
Listening practice - A2 - Passatempos curiosos
In this series, designed for upper beginners and beyond, we’ll explore everyday situations in Portugal and other useful topics to help you improve your listening comprehension, expand your vocabulary, and reinforce grammar in context.In this episode, Mafalda gets ready for a date and thinks about what to talk about, including hobbies and how people spend their free time.If you’d like an extra boos
Listening practice - A2 - A boa educação é difícil
In this series, designed for upper beginners and beyond, we’ll explore everyday situations in Portugal and other useful topics to help you improve your listening comprehension, expand your vocabulary, and reinforce grammar in context.In this episode, you'll hear a short text about greetings, politeness, and everyday interactions in Portugal.If you’d like an extra boost, you can download a PDF with
Quick Vocab - at the restaurant
Quick Vocab - the weather
Quick Vocab - the route
Quick Vocab - shopping list
Quick Vocab - supermarket
Portuguese by Ear - Lesson 8
Transcripts: https://www.portugueselab.com/plp Start with lesson 1! HOW IT WORKS: 1. First, we’ll listen to a dialogue for beginners. 2. Then we'll break it down into parts for you to listen to and repeat. 3. We’ll introduce some new vocabulary variations to spice things up. 4. Finally, we'll challenge you with a slightly more complex dialogue to test your comprehension. 5. Check the transcripts a
Portuguese by Ear - Lesson 7
Transcripts: https://www.portugueselab.com/plp Start with lesson 1! HOW IT WORKS: 1. First, we’ll listen to a dialogue for beginners. 2. Then we'll break it down into parts for you to listen to and repeat. 3. We’ll introduce some new vocabulary variations to spice things up. 4. Finally, we'll challenge you with a slightly more complex dialogue to test your comprehension. 5. Check the transcripts a
Portuguese by Ear - Lesson 6
Transcripts: https://www.portugueselab.com/plp Start with lesson 1! HOW IT WORKS: 1. First, we’ll listen to a dialogue for beginners. 2. Then we'll break it down into parts for you to listen to and repeat. 3. We’ll introduce some new vocabulary variations to spice things up. 4. Finally, we'll challenge you with a slightly more complex dialogue to test your comprehension. 5. Check the transcripts a
Portuguese by Ear - Lesson 5
Transcripts: https://www.portugueselab.com/plp Start with lesson 1! HOW IT WORKS: 1. First, we’ll listen to a dialogue for beginners. 2. Then we'll break it down into parts for you to listen to and repeat. 3. We’ll introduce some new vocabulary variations to spice things up. 4. Finally, we'll challenge you with a slightly more complex dialogue to test your comprehension. 5. Check the transcripts a
Portuguese by Ear - Lesson 4
Transcripts: https://www.portugueselab.com/plp Start with lesson 1! HOW IT WORKS: 1. First, we’ll listen to a dialogue for beginners. 2. Then we'll break it down into parts for you to listen to and repeat. 3. We’ll introduce some new vocabulary variations to spice things up. 4. Finally, we'll challenge you with a slightly more complex dialogue to test your comprehension. 5. Check the transcripts a
Portuguese by Ear - Lesson 3
Transcripts: https://www.portugueselab.com/plp Start with lesson 1! HOW IT WORKS: 1. First, we’ll listen to a dialogue for beginners. 2. Then we'll break it down into parts for you to listen to and repeat. 3. We’ll introduce some new vocabulary variations to spice things up. 4. Finally, we'll challenge you with a slightly more complex dialogue to test your comprehension. 5. Check the transcripts a
Portuguese by Ear - Lesson 2
Transcripts: https://www.portugueselab.com/plp Start with lesson 1! HOW IT WORKS: 1. First, we’ll listen to a dialogue for beginners. 2. Then we'll break it down into parts for you to listen to and repeat. 3. We’ll introduce some new vocabulary variations to spice things up. 4. Finally, we'll challenge you with a slightly more complex dialogue to test your comprehension. 5. Check the transcripts a
Portuguese by Ear - Lesson 1
Transcripts: https://www.portugueselab.com/plp Start with lesson 1! HOW IT WORKS: 1. First, we’ll listen to a dialogue for beginners. 2. Then we'll break it down into parts for you to listen to and repeat. 3. We’ll introduce some new vocabulary variations to spice things up. 4. Finally, we'll challenge you with a slightly more complex dialogue to test your comprehension. 5. Check the transcripts a
Portuguese by Ear - introduction
In this new series, each episode will start with a simple dialogue for beginners. First, we’ll listen to the dialogue, then break it down into parts for you to listen to and repeat. We’ll introduce some new vocabulary variations to spice things up, and finally, we'll challenge you with a slightly more complex dialogue to test your comprehension. Each episode builds on the previous ones, enhancing
Speak in Portugal - in the garden (listen & repeat)
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Speak in Portugal - at the market (listen & repeat)
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Speak in Portugal - with friends (listen & repeat)
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Speak in Portugal - viewing a house (listen & repeat)
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Speak in Portugal - at the supermarket (listen & repeat)
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Speak in Portugal - at the airport (listen & repeat)
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Speak in Portugal - at the vet (listen & repeat)
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Speak in Portugal - at the post office (listen & repeat)
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Speak in Portugal - on the street (listen & repeat)
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Speak in Portugal - at the bank (listen & repeat)
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Speak in Portugal - with the neighbor (listen & repeat)
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Speak in Portugal - scheduling an appointment (listen & repeat)
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Speak in Portugal - at the hospital (listen & repeat)
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Speak in Portugal - at the restaurant (listen & repeat)
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Speak in Portugal - at the bus stop (listen & repeat)
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Speak in Portugal - at the beach (listen & repeat)
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Speak in Portugal - buying clothes (listen & repeat)
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Speak in Portugal - with the doctor (listen & repeat)
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Speak in Portugal - at the café (listen & repeat)
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Conjugating 100 verbs - part 10
Conjugating 100 verbs - part 9
Conjugating 100 verbs - part 8
Conjugating 100 verbs - part 7
Conjugating 100 verbs - part 6
Conjugating 100 verbs - part 5
Conjugating 100 verbs - part 4
Conjugating 100 verbs - part 3
Conjugating 100 verbs - part 2
Conjugating 100 verbs - part 1
Learn Portuguese with Cristiano Ronaldo - clip 2
In this video, we are going to analyze an interview with Cristiano Ronaldo
where he is being interviewed by the current Portuguese president Marcelo
Rebelo de Sousa.
Learn Portuguese with Cristiano Ronaldo - clip 1
In this video, we are going to analyze an interview with Cristiano Ronaldo
where he is being interviewed by the current Portuguese president Marcelo
Rebelo de Sousa.
Common mistakes - tanto vs. tão
Common mistakes - the article before a name
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