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🇵🇹 Slow Portuguese With Maria

Maria Amador

62 episodes

Welcome to a slow-talked podcast to help you learn European Portuguese in a easy-to-follow way.

More about the show

I'll explore essential vocabulary, grammar tips, pronunciation, and everyday phrases to help you with life in Portugal or simply connect with the language and culture.

I speak slowly and clearly, making it easier for you to understand and practice.

Check the transcriptions with the english translation and subscribe to my newsletter https://buymeacoffee.com/slowportuguesewithmaria/membership

Perfect for A1 / A2 learners!

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  1. 61. Conversa com Convidado Especial 👏

    · 23 min · S1 E61

    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…

  2. 60. O Titanic

    · 8:13 · S1 E60

    🌸 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…

  3. 59. Receita de Bacalhau com Natas

    · 14 min · S1 E56

    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…

  4. 58. Diferentes Tipos de Exercício

    · 8:59 · S1 E58

    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…

  5. 57. Desportos e Atividades Que Já Fiz

    · 15 min · S1 E55

    🌸 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…

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

    · 13 min

    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…

  7. 55. O Café em Portugal

    · 12 min

    🌸 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…

  8. 54. O que é que fiz em Portugal?

    · 13 min

    🌸 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…

  9. 53. Level A1: Vou para Portugal ✈️

    · 7:16

    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…

  10. 52. O Presidente da República

    · 13 min · S1 E52

    🌸 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…

  11. 51. Level A1 - O Inverno Na Suécia

    · 7:52

    🌸 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…

  12. 50. Maria in Paris! 🇫🇷🥖

    · 15 min

    🌸 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…

  13. 49. O meu aniversário!

    · 10 min · S1 E49

    🌸 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…

  14. 48. Repete comigo!

    · 13 min · S1 E48

    🌸 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…

  15. 47. Primeiro episódio de 2026 🥂

    · 8:39

    🌸 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…

  16. 46. O último episódio de 2025 🥂

    · 11 min · S1 E46

    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…

  17. 45. Episódio Especial com Convidado

    · 19 min · S1 E45

    ‼️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…

  18. 44. Uma Situação nos Correios

    · 11 min · S1 E41

    ‼️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…

  19. 43. O Meu Pequeno-Almoço de Outono

    · 12 min · S1 E43

    ☕ 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…

  20. 42. A Minha Relação Com Café

    · 14 min · S1 E42

    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…

  21. 41. Três Portugueses Que Eu Admiro

    · 13 min · S1 E41

    In this episode I talk about three famous Portuguese people and who inspire me: Cristiano Ronaldo, Joana Vasconcelos, and Catarina Furtado. Each of them represents a different area — sport, art, and communication — and…

  22. 40. Falsos Amigos Entre Português e Inglês

    · 13 min · S1 E40

    In this episode I talk about some common “false friends” between Portuguese and English — words that look similar but mean something very different. A fun way to avoid mistakes when speaking Portuguese! New Words of…

  23. 39. A história de amor de Pedro e Inês

    · 14 min · S1 E39

    Olá! In this episode, I share with you one of the most famous and dramatic love stories in Portuguese history: the story of Pedro and Inês de Castro. This is a tale of love, politics, betrayal, and tragedy that…

  24. 38. As minhas amigas

    · 9:27 · S1 E38

    Olá! In this episode, I talk about my closest friends. I use fictitious names, but I tell you what they do, where they live, and how their lives are. From a nutritionist in Porto to a graphic designer who surfs every…

  25. 37. Gosto e Não Gosto

    · 8:42 · S1 E37

    On this episode of the Slow Portuguese With Maria, I will tell you things that I like and things that I don't like. Hope you like it! ☕ You can support this podcast by buying me a symbolic coffee here:…

  26. 36. Como foi o meu fim-de-semana?

    · 7:45 · S1 E36

    Olá! In this episode, I tell you all about my amazing weekend in Sweden. From visiting a second-hand market in Stockholm, to swimming in a lake, running a 10 km night race, and then spending Sunday in the countryside…

  27. 35. A Mesma Palavra, Significado Diferente

    · 10 min · S1 E35

    Olá! In this episode, I talk about some very interesting Portuguese words that change meaning depending on the context — like banco, vela, or manga. This can be confusing at first, but it’s also one of the most fun…

  28. 34. Gramática: Daqui a...

    · 11 min · S1 E34

    Olá! In this episode, I teach you a super useful expression in Portuguese: "daqui a" — which we use all the time to talk about things happening in the future, like “daqui a cinco minutos” or “daqui a dois dias”. It’s…

  29. 33. Os cinco sentidos: Visão, Audição, Olfato, Paladar e Tato

    · 13 min · S1 E33

    Olá! In this episode, I talk about the five senses. I’ll take you through how we use vision, hearing, smell, taste and touch in our daily lives — and how important they are for our memories, emotions, and…

  30. 32. Os continentes que já visitei e os que ainda tenho de visitar

    · 19 min · S1 E32

    Hi friends! In this episode, I talk about something I really love: travelling. I’ll tell you about the continents and countries I’ve already visited — and the places I still dream of going. From the history and beaches…

  31. 31. Perguntar ou Pedir?

    · 13 min · S1 E31

    In this episode, I talk about one of the most common mistakes my students make: confusing the verbs "pedir" and "perguntar" in Portuguese. They look similar, but their meanings are different — and knowing when to use…

  32. 30. A minha casa de sonho

    · 17 min · S1 E30

    In this episode, I imagine my dream house — and invite you to imagine yours too. Where is it? What does it look like? What animals live there? You'll hear lots of useful vocabulary for describing houses, nature, and…

  33. 29. Hoje é feriado em Portugal!

    · 9:32 · S1 E29

    In this episode of Slow Portuguese with Maria, we celebrate a very special date: June 10th, the Day of Portugal, Camões, and the Portuguese Communities. This episode is full of cultural and historical insight. What…

  34. 28. O que fazemos de manhã, à tarde e à noite?

    · 11 min · S1 E28

    In this episode, we explore three key expressions for talking about the time of day in Portuguese: de manhã (in the morning), à tarde (in the afternoon), and à noite (at night). These expressions are essential when…

  35. 27. A rotina de Inês — agora e antigamente

    · 11 min · S1 E27

    In this episode, you’ll meet Inês—a fictional character whose life might remind you of your own! This story is perfect for A2 learners who want to practice the present, past (imperfect), and a little future tense in…

  36. 26. Um mês em Portugal - muitas novidades e um bebé!

    · 11 min · S1 E26

    In this episode of Slow Portuguese With Maria, I share everything that happened during my one-month trip to Portugal—starting with a surprise birth on the very day I landed! 🍼 I also talk about running my first…

  37. 25. (A1 Level) 🇺🇸 Meet Dave: An American Learning Portuguese and Dreaming of Portugal 🇵🇹

    · 7:27 · S1 E25

    Perfect for beginners—press play and start learning today! 😊 This episode is based on one of my students, Dave, and it's specially made for A1-level Portuguese learners! Dave is from the United States and listens to…

  38. 24. O que mudou na minha vida depois de me mudar de Portugal para a Suécia (Parte 2)

    · 8:46 · S1 E24

    In this 24th episode, I continue sharing the changes in my life since moving from Portugal to Sweden. From punctuality at parties to safety habits like wearing helmets and reflectors, I reflect on the small (but…

  39. 23. O que mudou na minha vida depois de me mudar de Portugal para a Suécia (Parte 1)

    · 13 min · S1 E23

    In this episode of Slow Portuguese With Maria, I talk about the daily life changes I experienced after moving from Portugal to Sweden. From meal schedules to bedtime routines and even how I greet people, some habits…

  40. 22. As Estações do Ano: Primavera, Verão, Outono e Inverno

    · 12 min · S1 E22

    In this episode of Slow Portuguese with Maria, I talk about the seasons (of the year) and how they are different in Sweden and Portugal. I share what I love about each season and why Spring is my favorite! 🌸 I also…

  41. 21. O nosso fim -de-semana a fazer ski

    · 18 min · S1 E21

    In this episode of Slow Portuguese with Maria, I talk with my boyfriend, Ludvig, about our recent ski trip. It was a short but eventful adventure, full of challenges and surprises—from car rental troubles to…

  42. 20. Fazer exercício e correr

    · 12 min · S1 E20

    Hello everyone, and welcome to Slow Portuguese with Maria! 🎙️ In today’s episode, I’m going to share how running became a big passion in my life. I didn’t love it at first, but over time, I discovered its amazing…

  43. 19. Achar ou pensar?

    · 15 min · S1 E19

    In this episode of Slow Portuguese with Maria, we dive into two commonly used verbs in European Portuguese: achar and pensar. At first glance, they may seem similar, but they serve different purposes in everyday…

  44. 18. A minha família e idades

    · 10 min · S1 E18

    In this episode of Slow Portuguese with Maria, I talk about a very special topic: my family! This is a perfect opportunity for learners to practice family-related vocabulary and learn how to talk about ages in…

  45. 17. A Minha Comida Favorita em Portugal

    · 11 min · S1 E17

    In this episode of Slow Portuguese with Maria, I share some of my all-time favorite dishes from Portugal’s rich and diverse culinary traditions. From the comforting Bacalhau com Natas to the fantastic Amêijoas à Bulhão…

  46. 16. Uma conversa com o meu namorado

    · 16 min · S1 E16

    Today's episode is with someone very special - my boyfriend Ludvig. We talk about how was our time in Portugal and a bit about his Portuguese learning process. Check the transcription here…

  47. 15. O meu dia de ontem

    · 9:35 · S1 E15

    In this episode, I share my day with my mother-in-law, who arrived from Sweden. I talk about a delicious breakfast in Foz do Porto, exploring the center of Aveiro, and when she met my grandmother for the first time in…

  48. 14. Resoluções para 2025 com convidada especial

    · 13 min · S1 E14

    Feliz Ano Novo a todos!! Happy New Year everyone! In this episode I will bring a special guest - my sister Marta! She talks about her new ceramics project (manteigaceramica.com) and everything she wants to achieve in…

  49. 13. Estou na Austrália! (A1/A2)

    · 7:48 · S1 E13

    With simple Portuguese, this episode is perfect for beginners A1/A2 In this episode of Slow Portuguese with Maria, I talk about my journey through Australia, a vast and unique country. I share my impressions of its…

  50. 12. Gramática: Diferenças entre Conhecer, Encontrar e Conhecer-se

    · 6:11 · S1 E12

    Hello, listeners! Welcome to another episode of Slow Portuguese with Maria! 🌟 Today, we’re exploring the differences between three essential Portuguese verbs: "conhecer" (to know/meet), "encontrar" (to find/meet up),…

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