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163 Portuguese teachers are available for private Portuguese lessons, in-person or online Portuguese classes. + Read more TUTOROO now works with 163 private Portuguese tutors available for in-person or for online private Portuguese classes. You can browse through the teachers profiles below to contact your preferred private tutor. We will introduce you to another private Portuguese teacher in the event the tutor you've inquired for is not available or cannot accommodate your needs. Pick your private Portuguese teacher and start learning Portuguese today! Read less

Online English and Portuguese teacher
Jose
 Brazil
 Ribeirão Preto, São Paulo, Brasil

Private Portuguese tutor online

Teacher joined in Sep, 2023

(ONLINE LESSON) I have been an English teacher for 29 years and I also teach Portuguese, especially to foreigners. I have taught online classes for 5 years using Skype, Google Meet, Zoom, Teams, WhatsApp, and Discord. I graduated in English and Portuguese teaching from the university in 2012. In 2012 I visited Canada where I stayed on vacation for 3 weeks. I have a Certificate of Proficiency in English from the University of Michigan, which I got in 2004. I have a lot of experience teaching adults and teenagers.

 Tutor available for 5 more students

BRL 40 / hour  Contact now
Portuguese lessons
Erica
 Portugal
 Portugal

Improve your Portuguese with a native teacher

Teacher joined in Sep, 2023

Hi, I'm Erica, a native of Portugal, and I'd love to help you learn the Portuguese language! Although Portuguese may seem challenging at first, once you understand the basics, it will get easier. I believe that in just two weeks you'll be able to express simple ideas and even write a few sentences. I'm a patient person and I really enjoy teaching. I'm currently studying Communications and Public Relations, which gives me additional skills to help you. If you want to learn Portuguese, don't hesitate to contact me. In 3 months, you'll be ready to embark on a journey to Portugal, speaking fluent Portuguese!

 Tutor available for 1 more student

EUR 20 / hour  Contact now
European Portuguese with an experienced teacher
Ana
 Portugal
 Solna centrum, Solna Torg 13, comuna da Solna, Condado de Estocolmo 171 45, Suécia

Portuguese course online near you

Teacher joined in Sep, 2023

Olá! I'm Portuguese and have been teaching Portuguese for over 5 years. I studied Modern Languages at the University of Coimbra and have a master's degree in literature from the University of Glasgow. I lived in China for 3 years where I taught courses on Portuguese language and culture at a university. For the last two years, I have been teaching completely online. When I'm not teaching, you'll find me curled up with a great book, taking leisurely walks in nature, or writing fiction. I have taught courses on: Spoken communication Writing communication Advanced grammar Listening comprehension Portuguese culture Portuguese literature Portuguese-speaking countries' culture and literature Sports reading in Portuguese Academic writing and research methods

 Tutor available for 1 more student

SEK 250 / hour  Contact now
Experienced Portuguese teacher
Larissa
 (1 review)
 Brazil
 Berlin, Germany

Learn Portuguese with private classes

Teacher joined in Sep, 2023

Oi, tudo bem? My name is Larissa, I'm Brazilian and I live in Berlin. I am a Portuguese teacher with teaching experience since 2009, I have a master's degree and I am very communicative. I really like to insert music, culture, cooking, and other subjects of your interest in the classes to make you feel comfortable, after all, my goal is to make you able to speak and understand the Portuguese language. I’m sure you will understand and practice more with me. Vamos? I'm waiting for you! Muito obrigada 😊

 Tutor available for 3 more students

EUR 18 / hour  Contact now
Portuguese language tutor
Tatiana
 Brazil
 08820, Gwanak District, Seoul, South Korea

Private Portuguese lessons online

Teacher joined in Sep, 2023

Hello, my name is Tatiana and I'm Brazilian, so my native language is Portuguese. I had some experience as a volunteer tutor, teaching Portuguese to some foreign friends who lived in Brazil. I live in Seoul (South Korea) now, so we can have face-to-face classes if you live in Seoul (or near cities), or online classes if you live in another city/country. I'm available to teach on weekdays and weekends, any period of the day (morning, afternoon, and evening). Since the first class, I have mixed grammar, vocabulary, speaking, listening, reading, and writing, using traditional language workbooks. Feel free to contact me anytime, I would be very glad to know you and your purpose for learning the Portuguese language and I would like to introduce myself better too. Thanks. Tatiana

 Tutor available for 5 more students

KRW 22000 / hour  Contact now
Learn Portuguese in Coimbra
Bruno
 Portugal
 Coimbra, Coimbra, Portugal

Improve your Portuguese with a native tutor

Teacher joined in Aug, 2023

Unlock the beauty of the Portuguese language with your very own private tutor in Coimbra or online! 🌟 Embark on a unique learning journey with me Bruno Lucas Baião – a passionate individual ready to dive into the world of teaching. While my previous career path may have been different, my outstanding communication skills will make our lessons engaging and memorable. Portuguese, often compared to the complexity of French, German, and even Mandarin Chinese, is a linguistic gem with its intricate verbs, melodious phonetics, and intriguing grammar. Together, we'll unravel its secrets and make learning an adventure!

 Tutor available for 5 more students

EUR 15 / hour  Contact now
Conversation Classes of Portuguese
Alexandre
 Portugal
 Macau

Portuguese teacher online near you

Teacher joined in Aug, 2023

Hello! I'm a Portuguese native currently on a Mandarin learning journey right here in Macao. While I'm not an experienced tutor, I'm excited to extend a helping hand to fellow language enthusiasts who are looking to practice conversational skills. With my background, I understand the challenges of learning a new language. My Mandarin conversation skills are still developing, but I believe in the power of real conversations for language growth. Although I don't have prior teaching experience, I'm eager to create a comfortable and friendly environment where we can engage in discussions that boost your Portuguese. I'm fluent in English, so I'm here to bridge any language gaps and ensure clear communication. I'm not promising perfection, but I promise honesty, patience, and a straightforward approach. Let's embrace a practical learning journey together, where we learn from each other. If you're up for casual chats and building confidence in Portuguese, I'm here to support you on this shared venture. Looking forward to connecting!

 Tutor available for 3 more students

HKD 250 / hour  Contact now
Portuguese with brazilian native teacher
Leticia
 Brazil
 Al Ain, Emirados Abu Dhabi, Emirados Árabes Unidos

Learn Portuguese with a private course

Teacher joined in Aug, 2023

Advogada e jornalista no Brasil, atualmente morando nos Emirados Árabes Unidos, baseada na bela cidade de Al Ain, Abu Dhabi. Depois de dar aulas de alfabetização para meus dois filhos pequenos, me apaixonei por ensinar o idioma! Além de mãe, sou advogada e jornalista, de forma que se você procura uma professora de português legal ou corporativo, aqui é o lugar. Aprender outros idiomas sempre foi meu hobby, tendo proficiência em Inglês, curso avançado de francês e espanhol e iniciando as aulas de árabe.

 Tutor available for 5 more students

AED 100 / hour  Contact now
Unlock Your Portuguese Potential:Learn European Portuguese w
Paula
 Portugal
 Pankow, Berlim, Alemanha

Private Portuguese classes online

Teacher joined in Aug, 2023

I'm a passionate Musician/Singer/Filmmaker from the beautiful Madeira Island - Portugal, and for the past four years, I've been happily residing in the vibrant city of Berlin. As an artist, I deeply cherish the rich heritage and artistic expressions of Portugal, and I'm excited to share my love for Portuguese culture with you during our language-learning journey. Having grown up surrounded by the melodious sounds of European Portuguese, I offer an authentic and immersive language experience that reflects the nuances of my native tongue. I am also fluent in English and Spanish, allowing me to communicate effectively with learners from diverse backgrounds. Whether you're a complete beginner or seeking to enhance your existing language skills, I'm here to guide you every step of the way.

 Tutor available for 5 more students

EUR 18 / hour  Contact now
Learn Portuguese and have fun
Pollyanna
 Brazil
 Saltholmsvej, 2300 Copenhaga, Dinamarca

Improve your Portuguese with private lessons

Teacher joined in Jul, 2023

I am a Brazilian Ph.D. student doing part of my degree in Animal Biology at the Natural History Museum of Copenhagen. I have experience as a Biology teacher and also as an English teacher. In 2010, I lived in Perth, Australia, for a year. After going back to Brazil, I started to teach English in private schools and I also had students doing private classes. That experience increased my English/Portuguese knowledge and improved my teaching skills. I have been here in Copenhagen since November last year.

 Tutor available for 3 more students

DKK 180 / hour  Contact now
Learn Portuguese with a Passionate and Experienced Freelance
Joana
 Portugal
 Portugal

Portuguese tutor online near you

Teacher joined in Jul, 2023

Hello! My name is Joana, and I'm thrilled to introduce myself as a freelance Portuguese teacher. With a deep passion for teaching and a love for the Portuguese language and culture, I'm dedicated to helping students embark on a rewarding language-learning journey. I believe in a student-centered approach, tailoring my lessons to meet the unique needs and learning styles of each individual. My lessons are dynamic and interactive, using a variety of materials, including authentic texts, multimedia resources, and role-playing exercises. I look forward to meeting you soon and helping you unlock the beauty of the Portuguese language.

 Tutor available for 2 more students

HKD 250 / hour  Contact now
Improve your Portuguese skills with a native speaker
Leticia
 United Kingdom
 Manchester, Greater Manchester, England, United Kingdom

Learn Portuguese with a private teacher

Teacher joined in Jul, 2023

(Only available for online Lessons) Hello everyone, my name is Leticia, I am a native Portuguese teacher living in the UK. I am interested in cultures different from my own and new ways of thinking. I am friendly, kind and love teaching people all around the world. I am very patient and easy to talk to. I like my Portuguese lessons to be fun, relaxed, and enjoyable. I will be happy to teach you Portuguese and share my Brazilian costumes, food, and all the cultural things about this wonderful country. I am a suitable tutor for Kids as well as Adults and have dedicated materials to support your learning. I offer one-to-one classes, providing personalized lessons according to the age, interests, wishes, and needs of the student. If you prefer, I am also happy to offer online classes through Zoom or Skype for example. Feel free to contact me in case of any question and I hope to see you soon! Ate logo!

 Tutor available for 1 more student

GBP 12 / hour  Contact now
Portuguese language teacher, Learn Portuguese Fast with edmilson in Wrocław
edmilson
 Mozambique
 Wrocław, Lower Silesian Voivodeship, Poland

Private Portuguese course online

Teacher joined in Jun, 2023

I am an outgoing 25 year old male from Mozambique, native Portuguese speaker with high school diploma in Portuguese. Portuguese is a beautiful language that's fairly easy to learn, the easiest way to learn is to practice and speak with a native everyday and have relaxed and outgoing conversation rather than starting it too formal. I believe that anyone can learn basics of Portuguese in 3 months time and be able to at least have a short conversation, construct proper sentences and be able to understand what the other person is saying.

 Tutor available for 3 more students

PLN 60 / hour  Contact now
Tailor-made Portuguese lessons - Qualified Portuguese teache
Rodrigo
 Brazil
 Santiago, Santiago Metropolitan Region, Chile

Improve your Portuguese with private classes

Teacher joined in Jun, 2023

(Online Lessons Only) Hi there! My name is Rodrigo and I will be happy to help you achieve your goals, be it to communicate with Brazilian friends, travel, work, get a language certification, develop your child’s Portuguese language, or other reasons. I am from São Paulo, Brazil, and I am presently living in Santiago, Chile. I am passionate about languages. I speak English and Spanish fluently and currently, I am studying Japanese (A2 level). I love discussing a great variety of subjects such as cultures, literature, music, and linguistics. I am also a musician and play a traditional Japanese instrument called the shamisen (influenced by São Paulo’s Japanese town). I got my Bachelor of Arts degree in Portuguese and English in 2018 having now had 6 years of in-person teaching experience and 4 years of online teaching experience. My lessons: My goal is to develop your communicative competence in the Portuguese language, whether for professional, academic, or personal use and to familiarize you with the Brazilian culture. My approach is student-centered learning, so we will build class formats that best suit your needs. Resources used in our classes: textbooks, videos, songs, role-plays, quizzes, games, podcasts, apps, and much more. I can help you with grammar, vocabulary, reading, writing, and conversation. We will talk about topics that are of interest to you, as well as articles that we will read together. I offer materials for all levels and interests, such as general Portuguese, business Portuguese, academic Portuguese, Portuguese for kids and teenagers, idioms, presentations, prep for the Celpe-bras exam, pronunciation, and so forth.

 Tutor available for 5 more students

CLP 10000 / hour  Contact now
Conversação e alfabetização em português para crianças
Sarah
 Netherlands
 3521 GN, Utrecht, Utrecht, Netherlands

Portuguese lessons online near you

Teacher joined in Jun, 2023

Olá, eu sou a Sarah Sena, idealizei o PRATICAM3NT3 como um Espaço de aprendizagem para todas as idades, mas atualmente estou atendendo crianças de 4 a 12 anos. Sou pedagoga, pós-graduada em Psicopedagogia, e Mestranda em Psicopedagogia na Espanha, fui professora do Colégio Marista e professora da Secretaria de Educação em Brasília por 7 anos com classes especiais e instituições especializadas para a pessoa com deficiência. Tenho cursos na área de alfabetização, TDAH, educação especial, Transtorno do Espectro Autista e dificuldades de aprendizagem e inclusão de crianças com síndrome de down. Tenho mais de 10 anos de acompanhamento escolar e escrevi o livro "Desejos e Direitos da Pessoa com Deficiência" lançado em 2022. Promovo eventos mensais para crianças brasileiras com objetivo de gerar novos relacionamentos, aprendizagem e se divertirem em português. Os objetivos das aulas são: - Estar em contato com a comunidade brasileira - Saibam falar português com a família e nas viagens ao Brasil - Vivenciar os aspectos culturais brasileiros - Falar e escrever em português sem medo.

 Tutor available for 1 more student

EUR 18 / hour  Contact now
Brazilian native looking to help more people speak Portugues
Eduardo
 Brazil
 Phoenix, Arizona, United States

Learn Portuguese with a private tutor

Teacher joined in Jun, 2023

Born in Minas Gerais and moved to New York when I was 16. Lived there until 2007 then moved here to Arizona. I am a Skydiving Instructor and Aerial Cameraman in one of the largest dropzones in the world, working full-time in the sport for the last 15 years. I'm looking into transitioning to a home-based business so I can skydive part-time on the weekends. I have no previous experience teaching another language but I have been teaching people to skydive for the past 7 years. I have the patience to teach and I am fun to be around. I speak fluent Portuguese and I also speak reasonable Spanish. I would love to help you with your Portuguese speaking skills and maybe some entry-level Spanish.

 Tutor available for 2 more students

USD 10 / hour  Contact now
Brazilian Portuguese from native 🇧🇷
Yuri
 Brazil
 Sandton, Johannesburg, Gauteng, South Africa

Private Portuguese teacher online

Teacher joined in May, 2023

Born and raised in São Paulo - Brazil, super talented, and fluent in Portuguese, Spanish, and English, but I can understand Italian, Korean, and French, really good at socializing and connecting with people and creating a friendship. I love music with all my heart, play different instruments such as Electric Guitar, Acoustic Guitar, Bass, Drum, and Piano. Ex-professional basketball player played in Brazil for 7 years as a center and worked as a model, but most of my career was as a Project manager and now working as a missionary in South Africa. Taught English and Portuguese for a year to foreigners in Brazil.

 Tutor available for 2 more students

ZAR 150 / hour  Contact now
Online Portuguese classes with a native speaker
Bruno
 Portugal
 Helsinki

Improve your Portuguese with a private course

Teacher joined in Apr, 2023

I'm a native Portuguese and a student of Portuguese philology with experience as a private tutor. I love bringing my culture to others, so I'd be very happy to help you become better at Portuguese. I believe that exposure to native speakers is the best way to learn any language, and that is especially true with Portuguese since the pronunciation can get tricky sometimes and the grammar is also not the simplest. Apart from the language, I can also teach you many things about Portuguese culture, history, and literature. Although I teach most of my sessions online, we can still meet in person if you reside nearby in Helsinki.

 Tutor available for 4 more students

EUR 10 / hour  Contact now
Portuguese teacher online
Marina
 Australia
 Camberra, Território da Capital Australiana, Austrália

Portuguese classes online near you

Teacher joined in Mar, 2023

Olá! I'm a native Brazilian Portuguese teacher with a degree in Linguistics and Literature. I have 12 years of experience teaching children and adults in different contexts. I'll teach you all the tricks to learn how to speak and understand Brazilian Portuguese. I'm an expert in Brazilian culture and it will help you in your learning process. I provide personalized classes according to your needs and I focus on conversation and real-world chatting. You will see that Portuguese is a nice language to learn and you will be confident to travel, make friends and discover a lot more about Brazil. I can teach you online or face-to-face in Canberra.

 Tutor available for 3 more students

AUD 45 / hour  Contact now
Teacher Ju
Juliana
 Brazil
 Riga, Latvia

Learn Portuguese with private lessons

Teacher joined in Mar, 2023

Before moving to Riga, I was an English teacher in Brasil! I really love teaching and my students could learn in a fun and effective way. Teaching Portuguese won’t be any different, since it’s my mother tongue and there are so many cool things about this language that I’m really looking forward to sharing with my future students. Don’t be afraid of not understanding or asking me to repeat 10 times, I’m fully blessed with patience! I had students from all ages, 4-50, so it doesn’t matter your age, we can do it! Let’s talk and learn simple words and sentences from day one!

 Tutor available for 1 more student

EUR 14 / hour  Contact now
Conversation in Portuguese
Daniela
 Brazil
 liberty village

Private Portuguese tutor online

Teacher joined in Mar, 2023

Hello, my name is Daniela and I'm a native speaker. I can assist you in having a more clear and more natural conversation in Portuguese and, provide tips on grammar and idioms, slang. We will have a great time just chatting away and giving you the confidence you need to learn Portuguese and practice it. I live in Toronto (Canada), so I'm fluent in English and learning French (basic). If you also want to practice English and provide me with some French learning points, let's talk about it! I look forward to our sessions together.

 Tutor available for 1 more student

CAD 25 / hour  Contact now
Venha aprender português praticando sobre tópicos do dia a d
Renata
 Brazil
 Downtown

Private Portuguese teacher online

Teacher joined in Feb, 2023

Casada com diplomático brasileiro, venho morando em vários países como Nicarágua, USA, Vietnam, Honduras . Recém chegada no Líbano gostaria de ensinar português para esse povo que tanto ama o Brasil. Trabalhei na Escola De Idiomas Berlitz em Houston no Texas , ensinando português com classes intensivas . Gosto de ensinar trazendo temas atuais, com notícias que estão acontecendo no Brasil e no mundo. Gosto de falar e ensinar sobre nossa cultura, nossas comidas e bebidas típicas, nossas músicas em especial MPB, Bossa Nova, Samba.

 Tutor available for 2 more students

USD 20 / hour  Contact now
Learn how to speak Brazilian Portuguese
Hannah
 Brazil
 Yaksu Station

Improve your Portuguese with a native tutor

Teacher joined in Feb, 2023

My name is Hannah and I'm from Brazil. I'm a French and Portuguese teacher who has a licensed degree in Portuguese and French Language and Literature and a master's degree in Linguistics. I love working with languages, but I also love studying them, so for me, teaching is a way not only for showing my knowledge to someone else, but also to learn a lot from the exchange. That's why I really like teaching. Besides, I translate movies and series from English and French to Portuguese and intend to do the same with Korean someday. I have a big love for my country and I would like to let everyone know how interesting Brazil is by showing you how rich and diverse our culture is.

 Tutor available for 4 more students

KRW 25000 / hour  Contact now
Project manager and mechanical engineer teaches Portuguese
Danilo
 Brazil
 Avenida Clemente Rosa, 709, Vila Maringá

Portuguese course online near you

Teacher joined in Jan, 2023

I am a mechanical engineer and I'm working as an Engineer Supervisor in a Japanese multinational company, and I have an MBA in Project Management and a degree in mechanical engineering. In my role, I must know several languages, and with the lack of time to study in traditional schools, for several years I have been using online platforms and speaking with natives to learn and improve the languages I speak and need to speak. In the same way, I learned English and improved my Spanish using online platforms and speaking with natives, now I can teach you in the same way I learned it. Come and learn about my methodology, and I'm sure you'll like it, and you won't regret it. Let’s go.

 Tutor available for 1 more student

BRL 40 / hour  Contact now

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PORTUGUESE FAQs

Is Portuguese hard to learn?

Whether you find Portuguese hard or easy to learn lies in your confidence, motivation, and commitment. Any language can prove difficult to master if you're not learning it the right way, i.e., by taking private Portuguese lessons.

If you'll learn Portuguese, don't start with the mindset that achieving fluency is impossible. Although some people grasp new languages faster than others, learning Portuguese isn't rocket science. Also, remember that you can reach any level of fluency that you want as long as you're enthusiastic.

How Long Does It Take to Achieve Fluency in Portuguese?

In ranking the most difficult languages to learn, the US State Department states that Portuguese takes 24 weeks to learn. That's about 600 hours. Also, the report places Portuguese in the 'Category 1' of the ranking alongside Afrikaans, Spanish, Danish, Swedish, and French.

The category one status means that Portuguese is relatively easy to learn to fluency. An average learner can pick up the language and grow to speak fluently in just the space of six months. However, it depends on a few factors, like your natural ability to learn a new language. Also, your enthusiasm to learn Portuguese with a tutor has a role to play in your learning journey.

How Can I Learn Portuguese Fast?

Learning new languages can be challenging regardless if you're learning it online or taking an online language lesson. For example, some words in Portuguese with different meanings can pose problems when using and pronouncing them in conversations. However, to get rid of this problem, learn Portuguese with a private tutor.

When you learn a new language with a private tutor, you can practice conversations with your tutor. Also, if you live where Portuguese isn't commonly spoken, taking private Portuguese classes can serve as a partial immersion.

Below are fast ways to learn Portuguese and feel confident when having conversations in Portuguese.

Start learning Portuguese with the best tutors available

Taking Portuguese lessons with a private Portuguese tutor is one of the fastest ways to learn Portuguese besides full immersion. Your private tutor will create a customized teaching plan to suit your needs. Also, you get to practice with your tutor and ask questions.

Learning apps

Learning apps are also a proven way to learn Portuguese fast. Many of the apps come with user-friendly features like daily lessons and artificial conversations that help improve your vocabulary. They also come with a daily reminder that alerts you when it's to learn. However, there are some drawbacks to using learning apps, like apps not providing tailored learning.

Additionally, most learning apps won't start teaching you large Portuguese vocabulary immediately. However, they will teach you how to learn by following some programmed instructions and examples. By this, we mean you will practice 'learning by doing.'

Read simple Children's storybooks and textbooks in Portuguese

It's good that you have decided to take Portuguese lessons. However, learning on your own can go a long way too. It will help you digest Portuguese words faster.

And what more exciting way to do it than from children's storybooks and textbooks?

As surprising as it seems, reading Portuguese children's books speeds up your learning. This is because your mind will be challenged just like a child, open to learning and questioning new things.

You can start with books that teach you to identify the Portuguese alphabet. Then you can move to those that teach you to identify and pronounce common things in the home and environment in Portuguese. Afterward, you can move to those that make syllables and morphemes. Finally to storybooks, Aventuras de Dona Redonda”( Adventures of Dona Redonda) by Virgínia de Castro E Almeida is an example of such books.

Use flashcards for words that are difficult to learn

When you learn Portuguese with a private tutor, you may find some words difficult. When this happens, you're not alone. Several millions of people have experienced the same. Luckily, flashcards have proven to be able to work in this instance.

Write the words on your sticky notes, then paste them where you can wake up to see them every day. You can write as many as 15 words that are giving you problems. Before long, you will notice that they no longer give you problems. You can then remove those whose problems you've solved and replace them with new difficult words.

Listening

Listening to CDs, DVDs, and Portuguese voice recordings is an effective way to learn Portuguese fast. It makes you learn on the go. Wherever you are, in your car, on your bike, with your phone or iPod and earphones, learning Portuguese becomes easy. You can also practice listening and reading together.

Watching DVDs and shows in Portuguese can also make you learn fast. Some subtitles can make you master tones only until you're good without them. This method can also help train your ears.

Learning and Speaking among native Portuguese speakers

Engaging in interesting conversations with native speakers of the Portuguese language is another way to learn it fast. You can start by learning to say sorry, greet, and exchange pleasantries. Going to markets where Portuguese speakers dominate will give you a feel of the language tone, meaning, and culture.

Also, it will aid in developing the right tonal pitch and good accent of the language. Thankfully, people in the market are always ready to help, so asking them questions about difficult words is easy.

Speak Portuguese with yourself

There are times you will not be able to find someone to share your progress with by speaking. However, you can start to speak to yourself. Funny right? But you can give it a try. It works.

After your private Portuguese lessons, you can practice conversing in Portuguese with yourself. It'll help you store words and learn how to use them better. In addition, you can check for corrections from other places you learn from. If you're committed to doing this, you'll soon become a master of the language.

How Many People Speak Portuguese?

Portuguese is ranked ninth among the world's most spoken languages. In addition, it is ranked second among the Romance languages.

Interestingly, there are about 232 million native Portuguese speakers and over 26 million non-native speakers.

The above figure pegs the total number of Portuguese speakers around the world at about 260 million. Brazil has the largest speaking population, with about 211.2 million speakers. Also, about 12 million Portuguese speakers live in Sao Paulo.

Besides Portugal and Brazil, speakers of the Portuguese language spread across the world. In the US, there are about 693,000 speakers. Likewise, Canada is home to 220,000. Other countries in the Americas also have native Portuguese speakers. Argentina has 58,000; Paraguay, 235,000; Venezuela, 254,000; Uruguay claims about 30,600 speakers.

In Europe, France has the largest number (behind Portugal), with 959,000 native speakers. Switzerland and Spain have about 200,000 speakers, while the United Kingdom has 135,000. These figures are more than enough reason to learn Portuguese online.

In the rest of the world, Angola has about 18 million native Portuguese speakers. Mozambique claims about 13 million. In addition, there are a considerable number of Portuguese speakers in South Africa and Guinea-Bissau.

Also, there are about 300,000 speakers in both Japan and India and around 49,000 speakers in Australia.

How Many Countries Employ Portuguese as their Official Language?

Portuguese is the language of Portugal. This means that it is the national and first language of the people. Therefore, nearly all Portuguese residents speak this language.

Brazil is also a Portuguese-speaking nation. Interestingly, Brazil has the largest number of Portuguese speakers in the world.

In total, eight countries in the world employ Portuguese as their official language. Five of these are from Africa, with over 14 million speakers. The African countries include São Tomé and Príncipe, Angola, Mozambique, Guinea-Bissau, and Cape Verde. These countries in Africa are called PALOP (Países Africanos de Língua Oficial Portuguesa).

Generally, all these countries are called The Community of Portuguese Language Countries (CPCL). CPCL is an intergovernmental organization that ensures diplomatic cooperation among countries that employ Portuguese as their official language. Portuguese is also employed among Macau's Special Administrative Region's official languages in China.

Minority speakers of Portuguese are also found in Nigeria, Senegal, South Africa, Namibia, and Zambia.

Several organizations also employ or recognize Portuguese as one of their official languages. They include:

Why Learn Portuguese?

As learning new skills can help express your creativity, it can also help you discover a part of yourself you never knew. Learning to speak Portuguese is not exempt. Here are a few benefits of learning Portuguese.

Learning for limitless exploration

There are limitless opportunities in the world we live in. These opportunities can come when we least expect them, and when they come, you should be ready. It may be a job or a university application in a Portuguese-speaking country. However, when you learn Portuguese beyond knowing how to read train tickets and road signs offers limitless connections with new people.

It helps build business skills

The tides of the economic connection of the world have and are changing more than ever. Business organizations and companies are expanding in boundaries on an international scale. There are many viable market potentials in South America and Western Europe, and learning Portuguese makes you stay competitive in the global market. It also allows you to connect with several other Portuguese colleagues and investors in your field all over the world.

Helps to Improve Your Memory

Another good reason to learn Portuguese online is that it can improve your memory. Learning a new language means you'll know how the words are connected and the deep meaning of those words. You'll also have to learn to form Portuguese grammatical structures and speak and write them. All these challenging tasks put your brain muscles on an exercise and, in turn, improve your mental health.

What are the popular Portuguese Proficiency Tests?

The Centro de Avaliação de Português Língua Estrangeira (CAPLE), translated as Centre for Evaluation of Portuguese as a Foreign Language, is the only major Portuguese proficiency test. The test is organized by the Faculty of Letters at the University of Lisbon. If you register for this exam, you'll demonstrate your level of mastery of the language in different phases. You can write this either in Portugal or in 45 other nations.

There are five levels in the CAPLE exam, and they're as follows:

The A2 Level:
The A2 level is referred to as Certificado inicial de Português Língua estrangeira(CIPLE), meaning Initial Certificate of Portuguese Foreign Language

The B1 Level:
Called the Diploma Elementar de Portugues Língua Estrangeira (DEPLE) and translated Elementary Diploma of Portuguese Language.

The B2 Level:
Titled Diploma Intermédio de Português Língua estrangeira (DIPLE) and interpreted as Intermediate Diploma of Portuguese Language. You can prepare for your Portuguese proficiency test with a Portuguese tutor.

The C1 Level:
Diploma Avançado de portugues Língua estrangeira (DAPLE) and translated as Advanced Diploma of Portuguese Language.

The C2 Level:
Diploma universitário de portugues língua estrangeira (DUPLE) translated as University Diploma of Portuguese Language.

There are similarities between the exam levels of CAPLE and CEFR(Common European Framework of Reference for Languages).

You must reach a pass level of A2 or higher if you intend to secure Portuguese citizenship. Therefore it's important that you enroll for private Portuguese lessons.

To be eligible for CAPLE:

You must be at least 14 years old and above.
You must be from a country whose official language is not Portuguese.

If you do not satisfy the above, then you must meet the following:

Your primary communication language must not be Portuguese.
Your learned first language must not be Portuguese
Your parents' first language must not be Portuguese
You must not have had Portuguese as the language of study in your basic and secondary education.

How Can I Become a Portuguese Tutor at TUTOROO?

Becoming a Portuguese tutor at TUTOROO is super easy, whether for physical or online classes. While we don't particularly request certifications or qualifications to show your level of proficiency in Portuguese, our team will test your proficiency prior to onboarding you.

One unique benefit of being a tutor on TUTOROO is that your work schedule is flexible, and there's a steady flow of jobs as many people are signing up to learn Portuguese. Frequently asked questions about how to become a Tutor at TUTOROO may be found here.

Successful tutors at TUTOROO make as much as $8000 monthly only by being available to tutor. As a tutor, you can get full weekly schedules, and you also have the option of choosing when you'd be available. For instance, you can decide to take classes during the week and not on weekends.

To begin the journey of tutoring at TUTOROO, sign up here. You can expect to receive a message from you in about three working days.