Language learning · Grades 4–9
Brazilian Portuguese classroom phrases for English speakers
These tasks use common Brazilian Portuguese forms with English instructions.
Understand the idea
Use the stated variety
These tasks use common Brazilian Portuguese forms with English instructions.
Notice pronunciation and writing
A written accent can be important to the word.
Learn usable phrases
Practise a short request in a meaningful situation.
Worked examples
Which Portuguese greeting means hello?
Olá is a common greeting.
olá
Which Portuguese word means book?
Livro means book.
livro
Try it yourself
Write the Portuguese phrase meaning please.
Which Portuguese colour word means green?
- azul
- preto
- vermelho
- verde
Translate Um lápis, por favor into English.
Which Portuguese phrase means I do not understand?
- Bom dia.
- Até amanhã.
- Não entendo.
- Tenho um livro.
Answers and marking notes
Answers and marking notes
- por favor
Por favor makes a request polite.
- verde
Verde means green.
- A pencil, please.
Accept an equivalent polite request.
- Não entendo.
Não entendo expresses lack of understanding.
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