Cachorros - Talking about dogs in Brazilian Portuguese {CC Classics}
This episode is part Carioca Connection Classics — a curated collection of our favorite moments from the past ten seasons. You can get all the free worksheets at https://cariocaconnection.com/cc-classicsIn today's episode, we talk about one of our favorite subjects: dogs! If you've been following the show for a while now, you probably already know that we are huge dog lovers. Even if you don't like dogs...wait who doesn't like dogs?
Thanks so much for listening! If you want to keep studying with us, you can get the free worksheets for this episode — and all the other Carioca Connection Classics — at https://cariocaconnection.com/cc-classics
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Nasal Vowels in Brazilian Portuguese {CC Classics}
This episode is part Carioca Connection Classics — a curated collection of our favorite moments from the past ten seasons. You can get all the free worksheets at https://cariocaconnection.com/cc-classicsAs vogais nasais são de causar confusão. E existem tantas em português que criamos esse episódio especialmente para você conseguir treinar e tirar todas as suas dúvidas. Nesse episódio focamos nas Vogais Fixas Nasais. Aproveite!
(00:00) - Introdução à Fonética e Fonologia
(02:18) - O que é uma Vogal Nasal?
(04:59) - Exemplos de Vogais Nasais Fixas
(08:12) - A Importância do Som Nasal
(09:42) - Diferenças Regionais na Pronúncia
(11:38) - Praticando com Exemplos
(14:17) - Finalizando com Exemplos de Vogais O e U
Thanks so much for listening! If you want to keep studying with us, you can get the free worksheets for this episode — and all the other Carioca Connection Classics — at https://cariocaconnection.com/cc-classics
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O som do LH em português {CC Classics}
This episode is part Carioca Connection Classics — a curated collection of our favorite moments from the past ten seasons. You can get all the free worksheets at https://cariocaconnection.com/cc-classicsIn this episode, we talk about one of the most difficult sound in Portuguese for many native English speakers. Yes, the LH sound. It's not an L, it's not quite a Y...so what is this crazy Portuguese sound and how do you produce it? In today's episode, we answer all of your questions, and as always, give you tons of real Brazilian Portuguese.
Thanks so much for listening! If you want to keep studying with us, you can get the free worksheets for this episode — and all the other Carioca Connection Classics — at https://cariocaconnection.com/cc-classics
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How to use the verb ficar in Brazilian Portuguese {CC Classics}
This episode is part Carioca Connection Classics — a curated collection of our favorite moments from the past ten seasons. You can get all the free worksheets at https://cariocaconnection.com/cc-classicsIn this episode of Carioca Connection, Alexia and Foster dive into one of the most useful verbs (in Brazilian Portuguese. The verb ficar.They discuss the many different ways you can use ficar and how important the verb ficar is for improving your Portuguese. Aperta play!
(00:00) - - Introdução do episódio sobre o verbo "ficar"
(00:50) - - O significado de "hook up"
(00:55) - - "Ficar" pode significar "to stay" ou "onde fica" (onde algo está localizado)
(01:02) - - Primeiro Beijo em Outubro
(01:03) - - Ficar Sério é um pré-namoro
(01:05) - - Uso do termo "pegar"
(01:05) - - Expressando Amor e Carinho
(01:12) - - Uso de "Ficar" como Gíria para "Beijar"
(01:15) - - Encontrando alguém e rolando algo ali.
(01:17) - - Uso do Verbo "Permanecer"
(01:17) - - Uso de "Ficar" em vez de "Permanecer"
(01:19) - - Definição do termo "ficar"
(01:34) - - Complicação em Relacionamentos e Namoro
(01:43) - - Diferença entre Ficar e Namorar
(01:46) - - "Ficar" é um verbo muito importante para estudantes de português
Thanks so much for listening! If you want to keep studying with us, you can get the free worksheets for this episode — and all the other Carioca Connection Classics — at https://cariocaconnection.com/cc-classics
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Se você não sabe brincar, não desce pro play
This episode is part Carioca Connection Classics — a curated collection of our favorite moments from the past ten seasons. You can get all the free worksheets at https://cariocaconnection.com/cc-classicsIn this episode of Carioca Connection, Alexia and Foster reflect on their favorite episodes as they prepare to take a short break. With a blend of nostalgia and excitement, they delve into episodes that focus on Brazilian Portuguese grammar and pronunciation, as well as moments from their personal journey. From the verb “ficar” to the pronunciation of “LH” and “vogais nasais,” they guide you through essential language lessons, all while sharing insights from their travels and life changes. Tune in for a mix of learning and heartfelt storytelling that will enhance your understanding of real-life Brazilian Portuguese.E agora em português… 🇧🇷Neste episódio do Carioca Connection, Alexia e Foster refletem sobre seus episódios favoritos enquanto se preparam para uma breve pausa. Com uma mistura de nostalgia e empolgação, eles exploram episódios que focam na gramática e na pronúncia do português brasileiro, além de momentos de sua jornada pessoal. Do verbo “ficar” à pronúncia do “LH” e das “vogais nasais”, eles guiam você por lições essenciais de língua, ao mesmo tempo em que compartilham insights de suas viagens e mudanças de vida. Sintonize para uma mistura de aprendizado e histórias emocionantes que irão aprimorar sua compreensão do português brasileiro na vida real.As always, this episode is packed with real-life Brazilian Portuguese that you won’t find in textbooks or apps. Enjoy!
(00:00) - Introdução ao Episódio
(03:39) - Os Favoritos de Alexia
(05:51) - Pronúncia em Foco
(08:29) - Episódio Bônus sobre a Letra X
(10:05) - Transição para os Favoritos de Foster
(11:28) - Memórias Caninas
(14:05) - Saúde Mental e Vulnerabilidade
(15:31) - Conversa Espontânea no Aeroporto
(17:00) - Preparativos para a Viagem
Thanks so much for listening! If you want to keep studying with us, you can get the free worksheets for this episode — and all the other Carioca Connection Classics — at https://cariocaconnection.com/cc-classics
Acerca de Carioca Connection - Brazilian Portuguese Conversation
Learn Brazilian Portuguese with real-life conversations you'll never find in textbooks or apps. Join bilingual hosts Alexia (🇧🇷 native speaker) and Foster (🇺🇸 learner) as they share their daily life through compelling conversations that will help you understand native speakers more clearly and speak Brazilian Portuguese with confidence.