Portuguese Facts

Portuguese is a pluricentric language, with two main groups of dialects: those of Brazil, and those of the 'Old World'

Portuguese gets most of its vocabulary from Latin, but has had contributions from pre-Roman inhabitants of Portugal (such as the Phoenicians and Carthaginians), as well as acquiring over 1,000 words from Arabic from the influence of Moorish Iberia

A Romance language, Portuguese originated in what is today Galicia and northern Portugal

Portuguese Courses in Newcastle

Our Portuguese speakers, fully qualified to teach their native tongue, can train you and, if need be, the rest of your group at a time that is suitable to you, at your home or place of work. Sessions can take place on the day of your choosing - even weekends - and at the time you want: whether it be morning, afternoon or evening. If circumstances arise where your home or office is not convenient, the classes can be held at your trainer's office. Resources for the course are provided for you.

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Portuguese 1 to 1 Business

These courses in Portuguese are meant for those that feel that learning Portuguese would make a change in their work. For starters, it is expedient to learn how to say hello/goodbye, as well as basic business protocol; once the basics have been mastered, reading and writing come to the fore. Students who have greatly benefitted have been involved in import/export, international negotiations and acquisitions, jobseekers in multinational companies where another language is required, and those working in the international academia and government circuits. Even on our most fundamental beginner's course, students can anticipate ending the course with basic telephone Portuguese and e-mail Portuguese skills for communicating, as well as survival Portuguese if a short visit to the country is needed.

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Portuguese 1 to 1 General

These Portuguese lessons fit a broader spectrum, and can be useful for those who need different things from the language. Most beginner students will have a handle of survival Portuguese by the end of their course, which will provide them without enough Portuguese to communicate at least at a basic level during short trips to the country, but those who require more would benefit greatly from these sessions. Typical students have been those eager to travel all over the world, those buying overseas property, those with foreign spouses, aficionados of Portuguese culture and those who just wish to pass a particular Portuguese exam.

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Portuguese Group Lessons

If there are 2 or more of you with the same level of Portuguese, the same targets within the language, and be able to study at the same time and location, then you'll be happy to know that these Portuguese courses can also be made available for Two-to-One Portuguese Courses or Small Group In-Company Portuguese Courses. Listen & Learn do not generally recommend classes of more than 6-8 people, although Taster courses in Portuguese can run with up to 12 people. Bookings must be made for all participants at the same time.

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Newcastle

The 20th most populated city in England, Newcastle resides in northeast England and has a population of around 275,000. Historically famous for its printing presses and glass production, Newcastle's development into a major city was owed much to its export of coal. These days its main industries are office and retail development, which gives local developers a chance to flex their architectural muscle. Newcastle is a popular destination for restaurants, bars and clubs, living up to its reputation as a fun-loving city - The Rough Guide to Britain had Newcastle upon Tyne's nightlife as the UK's number 1 tourist attraction.

 

Portuguese Testimonials

"Our native speaker qualified Portuguese language teachers can train you and your colleagues at your office or home at a time to suit you. Classes can be any day of the week (even weekends) in the morning."

John Q., Buenos Aires

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