Beginner European Portuguese Podcast┃Uca Teaches Portuguese
The Beginner European Portuguese Podcast is your perfect starting point for free beginner-friendly European Portuguese resources. Join Raquel, as she guides you through engaging stories tailored to help you learn and practice Portuguese!
Episódios
Notícias com o Uca (A1/A2) – Telemóveis, Burcas e Chiado
Practice your European Portuguese with this week's Portuguese news, adapted especially for A1/A2 learners. In this episode, you’ll hear simple and easy-to-understand news about the controversy surrounding opening and closing hours at Jardim do Morro, the reduction of parking spaces in Chiado, the birth of three Persian leopard cubs at Lisbon Zoo, the ban on smartphones in schools up to the 9th
Ouvi Dizer... (A1/A2) | Férias de verão
Ouvi Dizer... is a short European Portuguese podcast for A1/A2 learners. In each episode, I take you through a small part of my day, talking about the weather, something I did, and a conversation or story I overheard. The language is slow, simple and natural, helping you build everyday vocabulary while listening to authentic Portuguese.-> The transcript for this episode is available on
Notícias com o Uca (A1/A2) – Guerra, Código da Estrada e Salários
Practice your European Portuguese with this week's Portuguese news, adapted especially for A1/A2 learners. In this episode, you'll hear simple, easy-to-understand news about the European Central Bank’s concerns over government spending, possible new road traffic rules in Portugal, new rules on salary transparency, and the controversy surrounding the release of a suspect involved in a shoot
Ouvi Dizer... (A1/A2) | Grupo de amigos
Ouvi Dizer... is a short European Portuguese podcast for A1/A2 learners. In each episode, I take you through a small part of my day, talking about the weather, something I did, and a conversation or story I overheard. The language is slow, simple and natural, helping you build everyday vocabulary while listening to authentic Portuguese.-> The transcript for this episode is available on
Ouvi Dizer... (A1/A2) | As obras do vizinho
Ouvi Dizer... is a short European Portuguese podcast for A1/A2 learners. In each episode, I take you through a small part of my day, talking about the weather, something I did, and a conversation or story I overheard. The language is slow, simple and natural, helping you build everyday vocabulary while listening to authentic Portuguese.-> The transcript for this episode is available on P
Ouvi Dizer... (A1/A2) | O emprego novo
Ouvi Dizer... is a short European Portuguese podcast for A1/A2 learners. In each episode, I take you through a small part of my day, talking about the weather, something I did, and a conversation or story I overheard. The language is slow, simple and natural, helping you build everyday vocabulary while listening to authentic Portuguese.-> The transcript for this episode is available on P
Ouvi Dizer... (A1/A2) | As obras do vizinho
Ouvi Dizer... is a short European Portuguese podcast for A1/A2 learners. In each episode, I take you through a small part of my day, talking about the weather, something I did, and a conversation or story I overheard. The language is slow, simple and natural, helping you build everyday vocabulary while listening to authentic Portuguese.-> The transcript for this episode is available on Pa
Notícias com o Uca (A1/A2) – Calor extremo, incêndios e sismos
Practice your European Portuguese with this week's Portuguese news, adapted especially for A1/A2 learners. In this episode, you'll hear simple, easy-to-understand news about the extreme heatwave across Portugal, recent wildfires, mosquitoes on the beaches of Porto and Matosinhos, two small earthquakes, and new forest surveillance cameras helping prevent fires. -> The transcript for this
Listening Practice 8: O Uca na praia
In today's episode Raquel reads a short story for you to practice your listening comprehension!-> The transcript for this episode is available on Patreon!-> Need more CIPLE A2 practice? Check out my CIPLE A2 Mock Exam Volume 1🦀 Join Uca's Beginner Club🦀 Follow us on Instagram!
Listening Practice 7: A Cuca faz uma nova amiga
In today's episode Raquel reads a short story for you to practice your listening comprehension!-> The transcript for this episode is available on Patreon!-> Need more CIPLE A2 practice? Check out my CIPLE A2 Mock Exam Volume 1🦀 Join Uca's Beginner Club🦀 Follow us on Instagram!
Listening Practice 6: O Uca num restaurante
In today's episode Raquel reads a short story for you to practice your listening comprehension!-> The transcript for this episode is available on Patreon!-> Need more CIPLE A2 practice? Check out my CIPLE A2 Mock Exam Volume 1🦀 Join Uca's Beginner Club🦀 Follow us on Instagram!
Listening Practice 5: O Uca foi sair com os amigos
In today's episode Raquel reads a short story for you to practice your listening comprehension!-> The transcript for this episode is available on Patreon!-> Need more CIPLE A2 practice? Check out my CIPLE A2 Mock Exam Volume 1🦀 Join Uca's Beginner Club🦀 Follow us on Instagram!
Listening Practice 4: O pequeno-almoço do Uca
In today's episode Raquel reads a short story for you to practice your listening comprehension.-> The transcript for this episode is available on Patreon!-> Need more CIPLE A2 practice? Check out my CIPLE A2 Mock Exam Volume 1🦀 Join Uca's Beginner Club🦀 Follow us on Instagram!
Beginner Portuguese with Uca Teaches Portuguese
Whether you’re a complete beginner, false beginner or between A1 and A2 levels, this podcast is designed to help you improve step by step: without memorising endless rules!Get exclusive content:🦀 Uca's Beginner Club🦀 Uca's Intermediate ClubFollow us on social media:InstagramIf you're looking for private Portuguese lessons, don't hesitate to email me: raquelandportuguese@gmail.com
How to Master Small Talk in European Portuguese (Beginner Guide)
In today's episode, Raquel teaches you how to master small talk in European Portuguese as a beginner, so you can start conversations naturally and feel more confident speaking from day one.-> Need more CIPLE A2 practice? Check out my CIPLE A2 Mock Exam Volume 1🦀 Join Uca's Beginner Club🦀 Follow us on Instagram!
Listening Practice Comprehension 3 - Short Story
In today's episode Raquel reads a short story for you to practice your listening comprehension.-> The transcript for this episode is available on Patreon!🦀 Join Uca's Beginner Club🦀 Follow us on Instagram!
Real Portuguese: What Locals Say That Textbooks Don’t Teach
In today's episode Raquel teaches you about how to sound like a native speaker using the words that textbooks don't teach you.🦀 Join Uca's Beginner Club🦀 Follow us on Instagram!
Listening Practice Comprehension 2 - Short Story
In today's episode Raquel reads a short story for you to practice your listening comprehension.🦀 Join Uca's Beginner Club
3 Grammar Mistakes Beginners Make (And Why)
In today's episode Raquel explains the 3 most common grammar mistakes beginners make frequently.🦀 Join Uca's Beginner Club
Listening Practice Comprehension - Short Story
In today's episode Raquel reads a short story for you to practice your listening comprehension.🦀 Join Uca's Beginner Club
Sneak Peek: 100 Questions & Answers for A1–B2 Portuguese Learners
I’ve created a special freebie for members of Uca’s Beginner Club: 100 questions and answers covering A1 to B2 Portuguese. In this episode, I give you an exclusive sneak peek of the PDF, so you can see what’s inside and how it can boost your learning.🦀 Get this PDF and much more by joining the Uca's Beginner Club!
Why You Need to Build Pronunciation and Listening Skills Early
In this episode, Raquel explains why starting early matters, how delaying these habits can hold you back, and why they’re crucial for mastering Portuguese, or any language.🦀 Join the Uca's Beginner Club!
Portuguese Expressions I Love (But Can’t Translate)
In today's episode Raquel shares some of her favorite phrases and explores their meanings.🦀 Join Uca's Beginner Club!
Stop Wasting Time: Unlock Real Progress in Portuguese (and Any Language)
In this episode, Raquel teaches how to learn Portuguese efficiently and effectively. Many students get stuck without even knowing why. She explains the key habits, mindset shifts, and teacher decisions that can either accelerate or block your progress, which are applicable to Portuguese and any language you’re learning.-> My #1 Tip for studying Portuguese episode🦀 Join Uca's Beginner Club!
Resumo da Semana - Mini-SEF, Mariana Mortágua in Gaza, Marcelo's statement about Trump...
In today’s episode we explore what the week was like in Portugal from Monday to Friday in the areas of politics, economy, society and culture.This week we talked about news regarding Mini-SEF, Mariana Mortágua going to Gaza, Marcelo's statement about Trump and much more!🦀 More resources on Uca's Beginner Club!🇵🇹 Portuguese version 🦀 Sources
Resumo da Semana - Incêndios florestais, Medidas de apoio aos incêndios...
In today’s episode we explore what the week was like in Portugal from Monday to Friday in the areas of politics, economy, society and culture.This week we talked about news regarding he wildfires in Portugal and some other news regarding the government and society!🦀 More resources on Uca's Beginner Club!🇵🇹 Portuguese version 🦀 Sources
Resumo da Semana - "Foreigns law" rejected, Wildfires...
In today’s episode we explore what the week was like in Portugal from Monday to Friday in the areas of politics, economy, society and culture.This week we talked about news regarding the rejection of the immigration law we've been covering for over a month, the wildfires and much more!🇵🇹 Portuguese version🦀 Transcript 🦀 Sources
The Best Portuguese Learning Schedule (for busy people)!
In today’s episode, Raquel shares how she has the perfect language-learning schedule for busy people who want to study Portuguese. No matter your level or learning style, this approach will help you!🦀 Join Uca's Beginner Club!🦀 Follow the Instagram!
Listen & Repeat Pt.2
Welcome to listen & repeat a series of episodes where I bring you essential expressions and vocabulary and you repeat after me.Today we will study the most important phrases and expressions for your daily life in Portugal. This is part 2 and the last part.🦀 FREE Transcript🦀 Instagram
Resumo da semana - Local elections, high temperature records...
In today’s episode we explore what the week was like in Portugal from Monday to Friday in the areas of politics, economy, society and culture.This week we talked about news regarding the local elections, high temperature records and much more!🇵🇹 Portuguese version🦀 Transcript 🦀 Sources
Listen & Repeat - Pt. 1
Welcome to listen & repeat a series of episodes where I bring you essential expressions and vocabulary and you repeat after me.Today we will study the most important phrases and expressions for your daily life in Portugal. This is part 1, next episode will be the part 2.🦀 FREE Transcript
Resumo da semana - Blackout, State of Palestine...
In today’s episode we explore what the week was like in Portugal from Monday to Friday in the areas of politics, economy, society and culture.This week we talked about news regarding the blackout that happened in April, the possible recognition of the State of Palestine and much more!🇵🇹 Portuguese version🦀 Transcript 🦀 Sources
Ep.5 - O Macaco de rabo cortado (Contos Portugueses)
Today's episode is the third episode of the series "Contos Populares Portugueses" and today's tale is "O Macaco de rabo cortado".Follow us on Instagram!-> Get the FREE transcript & vocabulary flashcards here!🦀 Get more Portuguese content on Patreon!🦀 Additional Uca resources.
Resumo da Semana - Nationality law approved, demolished houses...
In today’s episode we explore what the week was like in Portugal from Monday to Friday in the areas of politics, economy, society and culture.This week we talked about news regarding the nationality law being approved, demolished houses in Loures and much more!🇵🇹 Portuguese version🦀 Transcript 🦀 Sources
My #1 Tip for studying Portuguese (or anything at all!)
In today's episode I talk about the number 1 tip that has been helping me through all my studies especially language studies!This is something I tell all my students so I know it will be helpful for everyone.Follow the Instagram!
Resumo da Semana - Nationality law, TAP's privatization...
In today’s episode we explore what the week was like in Portugal from Monday to Friday in the areas of politics, economy, society and culture.This week we talked about news regarding the nationality law, TAP's privatization and much more!🇵🇹 Portuguese version🦀 Transcript 🦀 Sources Follow us on Instagram!
Ep.4 - A Princesa com olhos de ouro (Contos Portugueses)
Today's episode is the third episode of the series "Contos Populares Portugueses" and today's tale is "A Princesa dos olhos de ouro".Follow us on Instagram!-> Get the FREE transcript & vocabulary flashcards here!🦀 Get more Portuguese content on Patreon!🦀 Additional Uca resources.🙋If you want my help to learn Portuguese: raquelandportuguese@gma
Resumo da Semana - Change in strike law, LGBTI+ workers, 46.6°C…
In today’s episode we explore what the week was like in Portugal from Monday to Friday in the areas of politics, economy, society and culture.This week we talked about the possible change in the strike law in order to guarantee minimum services, as well as the creation of a network of LGBTI+ companies, a new temperature record in June of 46.6°C, and much more!🇵🇹 Portuguese version 🦀 Transcript 🦀 S
Ep.3 - A Formiga e a neve (Contos Portugueses)
Today's episode is the third episode of the series "Contos Populares Portugueses" and today's tale is "A Formiga e a neve".Follow us on Instagram!-> Get the FREE transcript & vocabulary flashcards here!🦀 Get more Portuguese content on Patreon!🦀 Additional Uca resources.🙋If you want my help to learn Portuguese: raquelandportuguese@gmail.com
Resumo da Semana – Changes in immigration laws, increase in insurance prices, São João in Porto…
In today’s episode, we explore what the week was like in Portugal from Monday to Friday across the areas of politics, economy, society, and culture. This week, there was a lot of talk about changes to immigration laws and what that means for citizens of the CPLP and other nationalities, as well as the rise in insurance prices. And, as always, São João in Porto made headlines with a big celebration
Your Essential Guide to False Friends (Pt. 2)
Today's episode is the 2nd and final part of the false friends guide of English and Portuguese words.🚨 NEW episode on Patreon !🦀 Additional Uca resources.🙋If you want my help to learn Portuguese: raquelandportuguese@gmail.com
Ep.2 - A Raposa e o Lobo (Contos Portugueses)
Today's episode is the second episode of the series "Contos Populares Portugueses" and today's tale is "A Raposa e o Lobo".-> Get the FREE transcript & vocabulary flashcards here!🦀 Get more Portuguese content on Patreon!🦀 Additional Uca resources.🙋If you want my help to learn Portuguese: raquelandportuguese@gmail.com
Your Essential Guide to False Friends (Pt. 1)
Today's episode is all about false friends — those confusing word pairs between English and Portuguese. You’ll learn the most common false friends, how to spot them, and hear real example sentences to help you avoid common language learning slip-ups. 🚨 NEW episode on Patreon !🦀 Additional Uca resources.🙋If you want my help to learn Portuguese: raquelandportuguese@gmail.com
Set goals that work
Today's an extra episode and it's all about how to learn with intention and set goals that work with the STAR framework.🦀 STAR Goals Template: here🙋If you're looking for Portuguese classes or you have any question: raquelandportuguese@gmail.com
Ep.1 - A Carochinha (Contos Portugueses)
Today's episode is the start of a new series: Contos Populares Portugueses. We're reading the "A Carochinha" tale, talking about its meaning and testing your listening comprehension.-> Get the FREE transcript & vocabulary flashcards here!🦀 Get more Portuguese content on Patreon!🦀 Additional Uca resources.🙋If you want my help to learn Portuguese: raquelandportuguese@gmail.c
Everything you need to know about CIPLE A2
Olá, Raquel here!Besides the series that I'll be bringing soon, here is the first single episode on everything you need to know about CIPLE A2! This is a general overview of the CIPLE A2 since I will go more in depth on exam preparation on other epsisodes.🙋If you want my help to prepare for your exam send me an email: raquelandportuguese@gmail.com🦀 Additional Uca resources: here.
S2 EP12: Uma viagem à Madeira (A1/A2)
Olá, Raquel here! Welcome to another episode of the Beginner European Portuguese Podcast powered by Uca Teaches Portuguese.📋 Download the FREE transcript of this episode🦀 Additional Uca resources:https://www.patreon.com/c/ucateachesportuguese/shop
S2 EP11: A família foi às compras (A1/A2)
Olá, Raquel here! Welcome to another episode of the Beginner European Portuguese Podcast powered by Uca Teaches Portuguese.📋 Download the FREE transcript of this episode🦀 Additional Uca resources:https://www.patreon.com/c/ucateachesportuguese/shop
S2 EP10: Uma viagem à ilha do Pico (A1/A2)
Olá, Raquel here! Welcome to another episode of the Beginner European Portuguese Podcast powered by Uca Teaches Portuguese.📋 Download the FREE transcript of this episode🦀 Additional Uca resources:https://www.patreon.com/c/ucateachesportuguese/shop
S2 EP9: O Uca foi a uma consulta (A1/A2)
Olá, Raquel here! Welcome to another episode of the Beginner European Portuguese Podcast powered by Uca Teaches Portuguese.📋 Download the FREE transcript of this episode🦀 Additional Uca resources:https://www.patreon.com/c/ucateachesportuguese/shop
S2 EP8: Uma viagem aos Açores (A1/A2)
Olá, Raquel here! Welcome to another episode of the Beginner European Portuguese Podcast powered by Uca Teaches Portuguese.📋 Download the FREE transcript of this episode🦀 Additional Uca resources:https://www.patreon.com/c/ucateachesportuguese/shop
S2 EP7: O primeiro dia de neve (A1/A2)
Olá, Raquel here! Welcome to another episode of the Beginner European Portuguese Podcast powered by Uca Teaches Portuguese.📋 Download the FREE transcript of this episode🦀 Additional Uca resources:https://www.patreon.com/c/ucateachesportuguese/shop
S2 EP6: Uma viagem ao sul de Portugal (A1/A2)
Olá, Raquel here! Welcome to another episode of the Beginner European Portuguese Podcast powered by Uca Teaches Portuguese.📋 Download the FREE transcript of this episode🦀 Additional Uca resources:https://www.patreon.com/c/ucateachesportuguese/shop
S2 EP5: Uma viagem ao norte de Portugal (A1/A2)
Olá, Raquel here! Welcome to another episode of the Beginner European Portuguese Podcast powered by Uca Teaches Portuguese.📋 Download the FREE transcript of this episode🦀 Additional Uca resources:https://www.patreon.com/c/ucateachesportuguese/shopIf you're looking for private Portuguese classes or you have any question, don't hesitate to contact me raquelandportuguese@gmail.comEnjoy the
S2 EP4: Direções e sítios na cidade (A1/A2)
Olá, Raquel here! Welcome to another episode of the Beginner European Portuguese Podcast powered by Uca Teaches Portuguese.📋 Download the FREE transcript of this episode🦀 Additional Uca resources:https://www.patreon.com/c/ucateachesportuguese/shopIf you're looking for private Portuguese classes or you have any question, don't hesitate to contact me raquelandportuguese@gmail.comEnjoy the ep
S2 EP3: O trabalho do Uca (A1/A2)
Olá, Raquel here! Welcome to another episode of the Beginner European Portuguese Podcast powered by Uca Teaches Portuguese.📋 Download the FREE transcript of this episode🦀 Additional Uca resources:https://www.patreon.com/c/ucateachesportuguese/shopIf you're looking for private Portuguese classes or you have any question, don't hesitate to contact me raquelandportuguese@gmail.comEnjoy the ep
Learn Portuguese with Uca Teaches Portuguese
📋 Download the FREE transcript of this episode:https://www.ucateachesportuguese.com/beginner-portuguese-podcast/learnportuguesewithuca🦀 Additional Uca resources:https://www.patreon.com/c/ucateachesportuguese/shopIf you're looking for private Portuguese classes or you have any question, don't hesitate to contact me raquelandportuguese@gmail.comEnjoy the episodes!
S2 EP2: Estações do ano (A1/A2)
Olá, Raquel here! Welcome to another episode of the Beginner European Portuguese Podcast powered by Uca Teaches Portuguese.About A1/A2 Texts series: In each episode you'll hear a carefully crafted text in Portuguese, designed specifically for beginners. After the reading, there's questions at the end to test your comprehension and reinforce your learning.In today's episode Raquel reads
S2 EP1: Animais (A1/A2)
Olá, Raquel here! Welcome to another episode of the Beginner European Portuguese Podcast powered by Uca Teaches Portuguese.About A1/A2 Texts series: In each episode you'll hear a carefully crafted text in Portuguese, designed specifically for beginners. After the reading, there's questions at the end to test your comprehension and reinforce your learning.In today's episode Raquel reads
S1 EP12: Um dia no zoo (A1/A2)
Olá, Raquel here! Welcome to another episode of the Beginner European Portuguese Podcast powered by Uca Teaches Portuguese.About A1/A2 Texts series: In each episode you'll hear a carefully crafted text in Portuguese, designed specifically for beginners. After the reading, there's questions at the end to test your comprehension and reinforce your learning.In this episode we’re going to read
S1 EP11: O aniversário do Uca (A1/A2)
Olá, Raquel here! Welcome to another episode of the Beginner European Portuguese Podcast powered by Uca Teaches Portuguese.About A1/A2 Texts series: In each episode you'll hear a carefully crafted text in Portuguese, designed specifically for beginners. After the reading, there's questions at the end to test your comprehension and reinforce your learning.In this episode we’re going to read
S1 EP10: O Uca no Ano Novo (A1/A2)
Olá, Raquel here! Welcome to another episode of the Beginner European Portuguese Podcast powered by Uca Teaches Portuguese.About A1/A2 Texts series: In each episode you'll hear a carefully crafted text in Portuguese, designed specifically for beginners. After the reading, there's questions at the end to test your comprehension and reinforce your learning.In this episode we’re going to read
S1 EP9: O Uca e a comida (A1/A2)
Olá, Raquel here! Welcome to another episode of the Beginner European Portuguese Podcast powered by Uca Teaches Portuguese.About A1/A2 Texts series: In each episode you'll hear a carefully crafted text in Portuguese, designed specifically for beginners. After the reading, there's questions at the end to test your comprehension and reinforce your learning.In this episode we’re going to read
S1 EP8: O Natal do Uca (A1/A2)
Olá, Raquel here! Welcome to another episode of the Beginner European Portuguese Podcast powered by Uca Teaches Portuguese.About A1/A2 Texts series: In each episode you'll hear a carefully crafted text in Portuguese, designed specifically for beginners. After the reading, there's questions at the end to test your comprehension and reinforce your learning.In this episode we’re going to read
S1 EP7: As férias de verão do Uca (A1/A2)
Olá, Raquel here! Welcome to another episode of the Beginner European Portuguese Podcast powered by Uca Teaches Portuguese.About A1/A2 Texts series: In each episode you'll hear a carefully crafted text in Portuguese, designed specifically for beginners. After the reading, there's questions at the end to test your comprehension and reinforce your learning.In this episode we’re going to read
S1 EP6: As férias de primavera do Uca (A1/A2)
Olá, Raquel here! Welcome to another episode of the Beginner European Portuguese Podcast powered by Uca Teaches Portuguese.About A1/A2 Texts series: In each episode you'll hear a carefully crafted text in Portuguese, designed specifically for beginners. After the reading, there's questions at the end to test your comprehension and reinforce your learning.In this episode we’re going to read
S1 EP5: As roupas do Uca (A1/A2)
Olá, Raquel here! Welcome to another episode of the Beginner European Portuguese Podcast powered by Uca Teaches Portuguese.About A1/A2 Texts series: In each episode you'll hear a carefully crafted text in Portuguese, designed specifically for beginners. After the reading, there's questions at the end to test your comprehension and reinforce your learning.In this episode we’re going to read
S1 EP4: Um dia na vida do Uca (A1/A2)
Olá, Raquel here! Welcome to another episode of the Beginner European Portuguese Podcast powered by Uca Teaches Portuguese.About A1/A2 Texts series: In each episode you'll hear a carefully crafted text in Portuguese, designed specifically for beginners. After the reading, there's questions at the end to test your comprehension and reinforce your learning.In this episode we’re going to read
S1 EP3: A casa do Uca (A1/A2)
Olá, Raquel here! Welcome to another episode of the Beginner European Portuguese Podcast powered by Uca Teaches Portuguese.About A1/A2 Texts series: In each episode you'll hear a carefully crafted text in Portuguese, designed specifically for beginners. After the reading, there's questions at the end to test your comprehension and reinforce your learning.In this episode we’re going to read
S1 EP2: O tempo livre do Uca (A1/A2)
Olá, Raquel here! Welcome to another episode of the Beginner European Portuguese Podcast powered by Uca Teaches Portuguese.About A1/A2 Texts series: In each episode you'll hear a carefully crafted text in Portuguese, designed specifically for beginners. After the reading, there's questions at the end to test your comprehension and reinforce your learning.In this episode we’re going to read
S1 EP1: A família do Uca (A1/A2)
Olá, Raquel here! Welcome to another episode of the Beginner European Portuguese Podcast powered by Uca Teaches Portuguese.About A1/A2 Texts series: In each episode you'll hear a carefully crafted text in Portuguese, designed specifically for beginners. After the reading, there's questions at the end to test your comprehension and reinforce your learning.In this episode we’re going to read
