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About Unlock Portuguese

Unlock Portuguese is your ultimate companion for learning Portuguese with confidence and ease. Designed for travelers, digital nomads, and new residents in Portuguese-speaking countries, our platform offers a practical, real-world approach to speaking the language.

Here, learning Portuguese goes beyond grammar and vocabulary. We focus on real conversations that prepare you for day-to-day experiences—whether you're ordering food at a restaurant or starting a friendly chat with locals. Every dialogue, quiz, and resource is crafted to make your journey smoother, whether you’re exploring a new city, starting a new job, or settling into a new home.

What Makes Us Different?

  • Realistic Dialogues: Our lessons are built around dialogues that simulate everyday situations you’ll face in Brazil, Portugal, and beyond. These conversations are represented by authentic Brazilian AI voices for natural listening practice.

  • Practical Vocabulary: From asking for directions to shopping or handling unexpected situations, we teach you the essential words and phrases to communicate effectively.

  • Interactive Learning: Complement your dialogues with quizzes that reinforce your comprehension and help you engagingly practice key sentences.

  • Cultural Insights: We highlight the differences between Brazilian and European Portuguese—whether it’s ordering a café passado in Brazil or a café abatanado in Portugal—so you can navigate local cultures with confidence.

Created by Jennifer Leopoldo

As a lawyer, traveler, and language enthusiast, I’ve experienced first-hand the challenges of adapting to a new culture and speaking new languages. While pursuing my master's degree in Portugal, I discovered my passion for new languages and cultures, and today, I want to help others discover this same passion.

Unlock Portuguese was created to make learning practical and rooted in real-life experiences. The platform is designed for travelers, digital nomads, and anyone looking to communicate confidently in Portuguese or just have fun.