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Brazilian Portuguese for people who actually need it

Whether you're relocating to Brazil, working with a Brazilian team, or just visiting, these guides focus on the Portuguese you'll actually use: real-life situations, essential vocabulary and honest advice from Vedium's teachers.

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What to learn before your first month in Brazil.

Living in Brazil

Everyday bureaucracy, housing and getting around.

Portuguese for work

Vocabulary and etiquette for relocation teams and professionals.

Everyday conversations

How to greet people, ask questions and sound natural, not textbook-formal.

Pronunciation

The sounds that trip up English speakers and how to train them.

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Frequently asked questions

Do I need to already speak Spanish or another Romance language to learn Portuguese?

No. Vedium's live classes start from zero, with a teacher guiding pronunciation and structure from day one.

Is Brazilian Portuguese very different from European Portuguese?

Yes: pronunciation, some vocabulary and everyday expressions differ. These guides focus specifically on the Brazilian variant.

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