PronunciationLevel A1~ 3 minutes

Portuguese Alphabet

Pronunciation and spelling

Known as 'o abecedário' or 'o alfabeto' in Portuguese, the alphabet forms the foundation of any language.

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Twenty-six letters, five vowels, and the k, w and y that turn up only in borrowed words. Spell out the Portuguese alphabet, with a listening quiz.

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

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