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Brazilian Music Essentials – 6 Musical Genres You Won’t Find Outside of Brazil

Ramsay Lewis — Mon, 18 Apr 2022 14:19:16 +0000

The Best of Brazilian Music – Bossa Nova and Beyond Brazil has an extremely rich culture, with roots in it’s indigenous peoples, a large African diaspora, and several European nations. Nowhere is this mix of cultures as evident as in its music. Music feels like the soul of Brazil—It is everywhere. You could be at Read More >>

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50 Basic Portuguese Greetings with Slang Equivalents

Madison Rittenhouse — Tue, 11 May 2021 11:27:12 +0000

How to Say Hello in Portuguese: Guide to Brazilian Portuguese Greetings Are you new to the Portuguese language, traveling to Brazil for the first time, or just curious about the sixth-most spoken language in the world? Here are 50 basic Portuguese phrases to get you started on your journey to learning Brazilian Portuguese. In addition Read More >>

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How to Pick Up Portuguese Using Your Spanish Skills

Hailey Ingeman — Mon, 08 Mar 2021 21:37:27 +0000

Did you know that Spanish and Portuguese are the closest two of the Romance languages, sharing 89% of the same vocabulary? Most language-lovers realize that Spanish is muy similar to Portuguese – some linguists would even argue they are dialects of the same language. But how can you actually leverage this in your favor? Below we share the Read More >>

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The Literal Translation of Latin American Country Names

Madison Rittenhouse — Tue, 23 Feb 2021 19:42:38 +0000

Why Brazil is Called Brazil: Fascinating Origins of Latin American Country Names Have you ever wondered why Brazil is called Brazil? Or what the name Peru actually means? If you love discovering the origins of names and learning about the rich historical roots of Latin American countries, then you are in luck! We have provided you with a Read More >>

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Carnival in Brazil: Everything You Need To Know About This Wild Cultural Event

Ramsay Lewis — Wed, 10 Feb 2021 18:55:27 +0000

Brazilian Carnival in a Nutshell: Your Guide To The Iconic Cultural Celebration What do Mardi Gras, Venetian masks, and massive parades have in common? Carnival. This big, colorful festival enchants people in countries all over the world and is celebrated in the most diverse ways. And nowhere is Carnival more keenly and widely celebrated than Read More >>

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Brazilian Street Fashion: How Not to Look Like a Tourist

Ramsay Lewis — Mon, 25 Jan 2021 16:56:49 +0000

Visiting Brazil? Or maybe you’re getting ready to move there? Well here’s some advice about what to pack so you’re comfortable and you don’t look too much like a tourist. As a rule, Brazilians dress well: they like to look good. But they also like to dress casually and with a sense of humor, preferring Read More >>

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7 Brazilian Portuguese Tongue Twisters To Perfect Your Pronunciation

Ramsay Lewis — Mon, 11 Jan 2021 16:26:03 +0000

Tongue twisters are a super way to challenge your tongue’s muscle memory, learn new words, and improve your pronunciation. Learning a language can be rewarding and entertaining, but it’s also challenging. That’s a good thing: growth comes from being challenged. Tongue twisters present a unique opportunity to challenge your language skills. Just like shadowing can Read More >>

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5 Fun Brazilian Games to Play with Friends and Family (Anytime!)

Ramsay Lewis — Wed, 16 Dec 2020 18:37:38 +0000

Looking for engaging games to liven up any gathering, whether you’re connecting with loved ones virtually or getting together in person? These 5 classic Brazilian games offer a fun twist on familiar favorites, suitable for players of all ages and bringing a touch of Brazilian culture to your next get-together. From testing your vocabulary and Read More >>

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6 Delightful Brazilian Portuguese Holiday Phrases Idioms, and Jokes

Ramsay Lewis — Wed, 16 Dec 2020 16:32:33 +0000

Brazilians love to celebrate, and never more so than during the holiday season. With the warm summer weather and the beginning of the summer holidays for school children, it’s an extra-special time of year for Brazilians. That means lots of parties and holiday traditions that are quite different from other countries. In this article, we’ll Read More >>

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Fun Latin American Holiday Traditions – Get Into the Spirit

Ramsay Lewis — Mon, 07 Dec 2020 16:04:37 +0000

7 Latino Christmas Traditions It’s that time of year. And while images of snow on decorated fir trees and rosy-cheeked carolers singing Jingle Bells may be traditional for many of us in the Northern Hemisphere, things are quite different in the South. Many families worldwide celebrate December 25th, but Christmas traditions in many Latin American Read More >>

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