🇵🇹 Slow Portuguese With Maria

61. Conversa com Convidado Especial 👏

In this episode, I talk with my student Rory about his Portuguese learning journey. We speak about why he decided to learn Portuguese, his goals with the language, his favorite Portuguese food, and much more. This conversation is also a good reminder that learning a language can be difficult sometimes, but communication is still possible even when we are not perfect. You do not need to speak perfectly to have real conversations and connect with people. If you would like to improve your Portuguese with me, you can also book a lesson at slowportuguesewithmaria.com. I hope you enjoy this conversation!

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60. O Titanic

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59. Receita de Bacalhau com Natas

In this episode, you’ll learn how to make one of the most famous Portuguese dishes: bacalhau com natas (codfish with cream). I explain the ingredients and the step-by-step process in slow and simple European Portuguese — from soaking the cod to preparing the creamy sauce and baking the dish. 🌸 Check the transcriptions with the english translation, subscribe to my newsletter and become a monthly supporter all at the same time ⁠⁠https://buymeacoffee.com/slowportuguesewithmaria/membership⁠ 💬 And if you’d like to book Portuguese conversation classes with me, you can do it on my website: ⁠⁠https://slowportuguesewithmaria.com⁠⁠ Practice vocabulary using the app ⁠⁠MiVoca⁠⁠. Use the link or the code MARIA for $5 off when you sign up for the annual Plus Plan. New Words: receita ingredientes juntar forno molho

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58. Diferentes Tipos de Exercício

Check the transcriptions with the english translation, subscribe to my newsletter and become a monthly supporter all at the same time ⁠https://buymeacoffee.com/slowportuguesewithmaria/membership Practice vocabulary using the app MiVoca. Use the link or the code MARIA for $5 off when you sign up for the annual Plus Plan. 💬 And if you’d like to book Portuguese conversation classes with me, you can do it on my website: ⁠https://slowportuguesewithmaria.com⁠ In this episode, I explore different types of exercise. You’ll learn how to talk about cardio, strength training, stretching, balance, and endurance. New Words: força - strength alongamentos - stretching equilíbrio - balance resistência - resistance / endurance

57. Desportos e Atividades Que Já Fiz

🌸 Check the transcriptions with the english translation, subscribe to my newsletter and become a monthly supporter all at the same time ⁠https://buymeacoffee.com/slowportuguesewithmaria/membership 💬 And if you’d like to book Portuguese conversation classes with me, you can do it on my website: ⁠https://slowportuguesewithmaria.com⁠ In this episode, I talk about sports and activities I’ve done throughout my life — from rhythmic gymnastics and tennis to painting and piano — and also the new things I still want to try. You’ll hear useful vocabulary related to hobbies, sports, and free time, while practicing listening to natural European Portuguese. This is a great episode if you want to talk about your own experiences, interests, and future goals in Portuguese. New Words: ao longo da minha vida - throughout my life exigente - demanding pela primeira vez - for the first time ter jeito - to be good at something paciência - patience

56. A Tool I’ve Been Using to Learn Vocabulary

In today’s episode, I’m doing something a little different. This is my first partnership, and I’m really excited to share it with you 😊 I’ll introduce a vocabulary learning app I’ve recently started using, and that has been helping me keep track of new words — especially now that I’m learning Swedish. The episode is divided into two parts: First, I explain everything in English. Then, I go through everything again in Portuguese, so you can follow along and learn useful vocabulary at the same time. If you’d like to try the app, you can visit: http://mivoca.app/maria You can also use the code MARIA to get $5 off the annual Plus plan. As always, muito obrigada for listening 💛

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55. O Café em Portugal

🌸 Check the transcriptions with the english translation, subscribe to my newsletter and become a monthly supporter all at the same time ⁠https://buymeacoffee.com/slowportuguesewithmaria/membership 💬 And if you’d like to book Portuguese conversation classes with me, you can do it on my website: ⁠https://slowportuguesewithmaria.com⁠ In this episode of Slow Portuguese With Maria, I talk about one of the most important parts of Portuguese daily life: coffee! Portugal is famous for its coffee culture. From the small, strong espresso to the abatanado, galão, and meia de leite, coffee is not just a drink — it’s a ritual. I explain how and when Portuguese people usually drink coffee, from the first cup in the morning to a quick espresso at the café counter, or after lunch or dinner. New Words: Chávena – cup Abatanado – a long espresso (less strong than an espresso) Galão – coffee with a lot of milk, served in a tall glass Meia de leite – half coffee, half milk Esplanada – outdoor café terrace

54. O que é que fiz em Portugal?

🌸 Check the transcriptions with the english translation, subscribe to my newsletter and become a monthly supporter all at the same time ⁠https://buymeacoffee.com/slowportuguesewithmaria/membership 💬 And if you’d like to book Portuguese conversation classes with me, you can do it on my website: ⁠https://slowportuguesewithmaria.com⁠ In this episode, I talk about my recent trip to Portugal. It was a short visit, but full of special moments with family and friends. I tell you about almost missing my flight, eating IKEA hot dogs with my parents (a family tradition!), going to the beach, spending time with my niece, visiting Lisbon, listening to fado, and even doing a color analysis session. Of course, not everything went perfectly — I also share the story of losing (and hopefully recovering!) a belt at the airport. New Words: Cachorro – hotdog Cinto - Belt Despedi-me – I said goodbye Inesperado – unexpected Pôr a conversa em dia – to catch up (with someone)

53. Level A1: Vou para Portugal ✈️

Check the transcriptions with the english translation, subscribe to my newsletter and become a monthly supporter all at the same time ⁠https://buymeacoffee.com/slowportuguesewithmaria/membership 💬 And if you’d like to book Portuguese conversation classes with me, you can do it on my website: ⁠https://slowportuguesewithmaria.com⁠ In this episode of Slow Portuguese With Maria, I talk about the airport and the process of taking a flight. I describe, step by step, what I do at the airport: taking the bus, going through security, waiting at the gate, and getting on the plane. New Words: Aeroporto – Airport Autocarro – Bus Segurança – Security Bilhete – Ticket Avião – Plane

52. O Presidente da República

🌸 Check the transcriptions with the english translation, subscribe to my newsletter and become a monthly supporter all at the same time ⁠https://buymeacoffee.com/slowportuguesewithmaria/membership 💬 And if you’d like to book Portuguese conversation classes with me, you can do it on my website: ⁠https://slowportuguesewithmaria.com⁠ In this episode I talk about the President of the Republic in Portugal. I explain who Marcelo Rebelo de Sousa is, why he is so well known and loved in Portugal, and I also talk about the newly elected president, António José Seguro. New Words: Presidente da República - President of the Republic Próximo - Next/close Mudança - Change Acalmar - To calm down Papel - Role/paper

51. Level A1 - O Inverno Na Suécia

🌸 Check the transcriptions with the english translation, subscribe to my newsletter and become a monthly supporter all at the same time ⁠https://buymeacoffee.com/slowportuguesewithmaria/membership 💬 And if you’d like to book Portuguese conversation classes with me, you can do it on my website: ⁠https://slowportuguesewithmaria.com⁠ In this A1 episode, I speak slowly and use very simple Portuguese to talk about winter in Sweden. You will hear easy sentences about cold weather, snow, short days, warm clothes, and what people do at home in winter. This is a calm episode to help you practice listening and understand Portuguese step by step. 5 New Words (A1): inverno = winter frio = cold neve = snow escuro = dark roupa quente = warm clothes

50. Maria in Paris! 🇫🇷🥖

🌸 Check the transcriptions with the english translation, subscribe to my newsletter and become a monthly supporter all at the same time here 💬 And if you’d like to book Portuguese conversation classes with me, you can do it on my website: ⁠https://slowportuguesewithmaria.com⁠ In this episode, I tell you about a very special trip to Paris that my boyfriend gave me for my 30th birthday. It was my first time in the city, and one of my dream trips. I talk about our flight, the hotel, the food, museums, walking through different neighbourhoods, and the beautiful moments we shared. I apologize to my dear french listeners for my french! 😣 New Words viagem = trip / journey entusiasmado / entusiasmada = excited passear = to walk around / stroll subir = to go up / climb vale a pena = it’s worth it

49. O meu aniversário!

🌸 Check the transcriptions with the english translation, subscribe to my newsletter and become a monthly supporter all at the same time ⁠here 💬 And if you’d like to book Portuguese conversation classes with me, you can do it on my website: ⁠https://slowportuguesewithmaria.com⁠ In this episode, I talk about my birthday and how it feels to turn 30. I share a bit about my childhood, growing up between generations, life before smartphones, and why I actually enjoy getting older. I also tell you how I celebrated my birthday in Stockholm and explain a very common Portuguese expression related to food. New Words: aniversário = birthday Infância = childhood telemóveis = cellphones rugas = wrinkles comer e chorar por mais = so good you want more

48. Repete comigo!

🌸 Check the transcriptions with the english translation, subscribe to my newsletter and become a monthly supporter all at the same time ⁠here 💬 And if you’d like to book Portuguese conversation classes with me, you can do it on my website: ⁠https://slowportuguesewithmaria.com⁠ In this special repeat-after-me episode, you’ll practise thinking and speaking in Portuguese using very simple, everyday inner dialogue. This episode is perfect for A1–A2 learners who want to improve pronunciation, confidence, and fluency by repeating short sentences out loud. Take it slowly, repeat what you can, and enjoy practising Portuguese in a relaxed and pressure-free way. New Words acordar – to wake up sono – sleepiness levantar-se – to get up atrasado / atrasada – late não faz mal – it’s ok / no problem

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47. Primeiro episódio de 2026 🥂

🌸 Check the transcriptions with the english translation, subscribe to my newsletter and become a monthly supporter all at the same time here 💬 And if you’d like to book Portuguese conversation classes with me, you can do it on my website: https://slowportuguesewithmaria.com In this first episode of 2026, I share a few of my personal resolutions for the new year. Nothing big or perfect — just simple things I’d like to have more space for in my life, like baking sourdough bread, reading more books, and sewing more. I also talk about how I see resolutions not as obligations, but as gentle directions. This is a calm and reflective episode to start the year slowly and intentionally. New Words: ​resoluções = resolutions ​massa-mãe = sourdough ​costurar = to sew ​máquina de costura = sewing machine ​passo = step

46. O último episódio de 2025 🥂

Subscribe to the Newsletter here 🌸 two new words per week ☕ You can support this podcast here 💬 And if you’d like to book Portuguese conversation classes with me, you can do it on my website In this final episode of 2025, I slow down and speak to you in a more personal way. There’s no grammar and no specific vocabulary today — just a moment to pause, reflect on the year, and say thank you. I talk about learning languages, about ups and downs, about growth, and about continuing this journey calmly, without pressure. This episode is an invitation to end the year gently and look ahead to 2026 with curiosity and kindness. New Words desafio = challenge aprendizagem = learning pressa = rush / hurry caminho = path / journey

45. Episódio Especial com Convidado

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44. Uma Situação nos Correios

‼️Subscribe to my newsletter here ☕ You can support this podcast by buying me a symbolic coffee here: buymeacoffee.com/slowportuguesewithmaria. 💬 And if you’d like to book Portuguese conversation classes with me, you can do it on my website: https://slowportuguesewithmaria.com In this episode, I tell you a small but very real story that happened to me at the post office — the kind of moment every language learner knows! I talk about selling items on Vinted, meeting an older man who didn’t take a ticket, and how I suddenly couldn’t find the right words in swedish when I wanted to let him go first. New Words senha = ticket (service number) correios = post office fita-cola = tape mochila = backpack candeeiro = lamp Muito obrigada for listening and até à próxima! 💛

43. O Meu Pequeno-Almoço de Outono

☕ You can now subscribe to the Newsletter here 💬 And if you’d like to book Portuguese conversation classes with me, you can do it on my website: https://slowportuguesewithmaria.com In this episode, I talk about what I’ve been eating for breakfast lately. I explain how my breakfast changes throughout the year, and I describe my current autumn routine: toasted oats with butter and honey, warm fruit from the freezer, chia pudding made the night before, Greek yogurt, rosehip powder, nuts, seeds, coconut flakes and a splash of milk. It’s a nutritious and filling breakfast that keeps me energised for hours — and I love making it! New Words: aveia = oats frutos secos = nuts roseira-mosqueta = rosehip pudim de chia = chia pudding frigideira = frying pan Muito obrigada for listening and até à próxima! 💛

42. A Minha Relação Com Café

In this episode, I talk about my relationship with coffee — how it started in Portugal, how it changed after moving abroad, and how my morning coffee became a daily ritual. From the perfect Portuguese expresso to my current café de cafeteira, I share how my habits (and taste!) evolved over time. New Words expresso = espresso cafeteira = coffee maker (filter coffee machine) abatanado = long espresso garoto = small espresso with milk leite vegetal = plant-based milk ☕ You can support this podcast by buying me a symbolic coffee here: buymeacoffee.com/slowportuguesewithmaria. 💬 And if you’d like to book Portuguese conversation classes with me, you can do it on my website: https://slowportuguesewithmaria.com Muito obrigada for listening and até à próxima! 💛