Uploaded July 2025 | Updated September 2026, 2 weeks ago
Want to sound more natural in Brazilian Portuguese? In this lesson, you'll learn 8 common Portuguese expressions with the word TAL, like “que tal”, “tal pai, tal filho”, and “essa tal de…”. Master these phrases and sound more like a native speaker — and less like a textbook!
Whether you’re suggesting something, making comparisons, or just trying to understand Brazilians when they speak fast, TAL expressions are everywhere — and now you’ll know exactly how to use them.
📌 Expressions covered in this video:
00:50 Que tal…
02:34 Um tal de / Uma tal de
03:57 De tal
04:50 Esse tal de / Essa tal de
05:50 Tal como / Tais como
07:46 Tal…tal…
08:01 E tal
09:09 A tal ponto
Link to 'Brazilian Portuguese: Use “Tal” Like Natives Do'
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Want to sound more natural in Brazilian Portuguese? In this lesson, you'll learn 8 common Portuguese expressions with the word TAL, like “que tal”, “tal pai, tal filho”, and “essa tal de…”. Master these phrases and sound more like a native speaker — and less like a textbook!
Whether you’re suggesting something, making comparisons, or just trying to understand Brazilians when they speak fast, TAL expressions are everywhere — and now you’ll know exactly how to use them.
📌 Expressions covered in this video:
00:50 Que tal…
02:34 Um tal de / Uma tal de
03:57 De tal
04:50 Esse tal de / Essa tal de
05:50 Tal como / Tais como
07:46 Tal…tal…
08:01 E tal
09:09 A tal ponto
Link to 'Brazilian Portuguese: Use “Tal” Like Natives Do'
🔗 youtu.be/Nb4Ok2Hzj-M
👍 Thank you for watching — and for choosing to learn Portuguese with me!
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Your feedback is also super valuable — tell us what you loved or want more of! 💬
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![7 Verbs Brazilians Use Every Day (That Textbooks Dont Teach)
Ever heard a Brazilian say Buguei, Lacrou, or Flopou and had no idea what they meant? In this Brazilian Portuguese lesson, youll learn 7 verbs that Brazilians use every day on social media, YouTube, podcasts, and in casual conversations—but that most Portuguese textbooks dont teach.
Youll learn what these verbs mean, how native speakers actually use them, and how to use them naturally in real conversations.
Whether youre learning Brazilian Portuguese, improving your listening comprehension, living in Brazil, or planning a trip, these verbs will help you understand authentic Brazilian Portuguese and communicate with more confidence.
🇧🇷 Good Portuguese isnt just grammar. Its understanding how Brazilians really speak.
⏱️ CHAPTERS
0:00 The Problem with Traditional Textbooks
1:05 Viralizar: Becoming Internet-Famous
1:58 Bombar: When Everyone Is Talking About It
2:48 Flopar: When Something Totally Fails
3:25 Bugar: When Your Brain Stops Working
5:04 Lacrar: The Ultimate Mic-Drop
5:35 Cancelar: Why Brazilians Cancel People Online
6:02 Maratonar: The Binge-Watchers Favorite Verb
7:58 Next Step for Your Portuguese Journey
📚 MORE BRAZILIAN PORTUGUESE LESSONS
▶ Learn Brazilian slang and everyday expressions:
[playlist link]
▶ Improve your Portuguese listening skills:
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▶ Brazilian culture and language:
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💬 Which verb surprised you the most?
Was it lacrar, bugar, flopar, bombar, cancelar, viralizar, or maratonar?
Tell me in the comments!
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So many people around the world want to speak Brazilian Portuguese — for travel, work, or just the joy of connecting with a vibrant culture.
Here at Plain Portuguese, youll learn step by step, with clear guidance in English.
🧠 We teach grammar, vocabulary, pronunciation, and culture — always in a way that’s engaging and effective.
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