Portuguese Level 5 | Sundays

About this course

The course builds Portuguese communication around everyday topics including weather, seasons, clothing, shopping, preferences, holidays, hobbies and sport. Learners practise asking for and giving information while studying relevant grammar, pronunciation and vocabulary. Lessons prioritise spoken communication through group work and role-plays. The teacher uses Portuguese throughout, giving learners opportunities to develop listening comprehension alongside their spoken and written language knowledge. Cultural content covers weather patterns, leisure activities and hobbies in Portuguese-speaking countries.

What you'll learn

• Describe weather conditions, seasons, clothing and footwear in Portuguese.
• Ask for and provide information about the weather and clothing.
• Use irregular present-tense verbs, indirect object pronouns and relevant prepositions.
• Express likes, preferences and comparisons using appropriate language.
• Discuss hobbies, holidays, leisure activities and sports.

Is this course right for you?

This course is intended for learners who have completed Portuguese Level 4 or at least 48 class hours. The Elementary (A2) label indicates a course beyond the earliest foundation stage. Participation includes spoken communication, group work and role-plays, with Portuguese used throughout lessons.

• Previous study equivalent to Portuguese Level 4 or 48 class hours is required.
• Learners should be prepared to work in groups and take part in role-plays.
• The teacher conducts the lessons in Portuguese.

Before you go

• The required Portuguese coursebook, Portugues a Valer A1, must be purchased after the first lesson.
• The course includes access to an online platform with lesson summaries, notes and resources.