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Letter C, Ç and Qu

The letter 'c' in Portuguese has different sounds depending on its context within words. It's essential for learners of Portuguese to understand the various pronunciations and combinations involving 'c' to improve their pronunciation and comprehension.

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When c is hard, when it is soft, when it needs a cedilla and when qu takes over. The Portuguese spelling rules behind justiça and eu fiquei.

  • 8 recordings
  • An interactive exercise

Written for level A1–A2. Every lesson has its own, anywhere from A1 to B2.

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