Read the room.
Compare formal, casual, very informal, phone and WhatsApp expressions. Learn where each one belongs.
Everyday Portuguese. A closer connection to Brazil.
Brazilian Portuguese · Vol. 01
The warmth of an “Oi.” The ease of a “Valeu.”
Discover the Portuguese that brings you closer.
Beautifully illustrated flashcards for everyday expressions, local nuances and the moments between textbook lessons.
No sign-up. Just a little curiosity.
BRAZILIAN PORTUGUESE
Small expressions. A closer connection.
More than the translation
A greeting at work. A message to a friend. A quick thank-you over coffee. The words change with the moment.
Speak Like a Local pairs English meanings with Brazilian Portuguese expressions, helping you understand the tone as well as the words.
Compare formal, casual, very informal, phone and WhatsApp expressions. Learn where each one belongs.
Explore the interactive cards in your browser. Bring the 75 review notes into Anki when you want to revisit them.
English translations and usage notes explain tone and context. Regional slang comes with a little guidance.
Your first taste of Brazil
Start with hello, how are you and thank you. Three real cards from the collection, yours to explore.
How would you say…
Greetings & first impressions
The same idea. A different setting.
Choose a context, think of your answer, then reveal the Portuguese expression.
A little context goes a long way
Oi is the everyday default. Olá is clear and slightly more formal. On the phone, Alô is the classic way to answer. Extra letters in oii can make an informal message feel warmer.
The starter collection · Vol. 01
From first hellos to invitations and goodbyes. Fifteen everyday expressions, thoughtfully gathered in one collection.
Designed for curious learners, travellers and anyone who wants to connect with everyday Brazil.
Everyday scenes · Vol. 02–06
Five focused collections. Fifteen situations and 75 translated examples in each, with usage notes and an Anki-import CSV. Digital editions, without audio.

Vol. 02
From your first reservation to the last bite.
15 flashcards · 75 examples · HTML + CSV
Reservations · Ordering · Dietary needs · Paying

Vol. 03
Find your stop. Make your connection. Keep moving.
15 flashcards · 75 examples · HTML + CSV
Routes · Fares · Stops · Connections

Vol. 04
Find your size, ask the right questions and buy with confidence.
15 flashcards · 75 examples · HTML + CSV
Finding items · Trying on · Prices · Exchanges

Vol. 05
Fuel, facilities and a clearer next stop.
15 flashcards · 75 examples · HTML + CSV
Refueling · Payments · Facilities · Roadside help

Vol. 06
Order your way, meet people and make your exit.
15 flashcards · 75 examples · HTML + CSV
At the bar · Entry & music · Conversation · Getting home
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A few things to know
This is a focused starter collection, not a complete language course. It helps you explore 15 everyday expressions through five contexts, with English translations and notes on when each expression fits.
An interactive HTML collection with 15 cards, plus a CSV with 75 review notes for import into Anki and a getting-started guide. It is a digital product: no physical cards or audio recordings are included.
No. The interactive cards open in a modern browser on your phone or computer. The CSV is an optional extra for people who use the separate Anki app. It is an import file, not a prepackaged .apkg deck.
Yes. The full collection costs US$ 4.90 as a one-time purchase through Stripe. After payment confirmation, the seller manually sends the HTML collection, Anki-import CSV and getting-started guide to the email you enter at checkout. Delivery is not automatic. No audio or physical cards are included.
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