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If you live in Bristol and are interested in learning the fascinating Portuguese language, you’ll be happy to know that it’s among the most popular non-official languages used in the city. This comes as no surprise if you take into account that, according to the 2011 census, at least 15% of the city’s total population were born outside the UK, so it’s not unusual to find residents that were born in countries like Brazil, Portugal, Angola or Mozambique. What’s more, you’ll find many institutions, restaurants, stores and events that celebrate Lusophone cultures, as well as different social groups where you can practice the language and boost your skills.
As you can imagine, if you decide to become a fluent Portuguese speaker in Bristol, the way you experience the city will change dramatically, as you’ll access more job opportunities, make more friends in the local foreign-born community and become more knowledgable about the world as you explore the different traditions, customs and rituals held in Portuguese-speaking countries. On top of that, you’ll feel much more at ease when travelling, as you’ll be able to communicate with the many Portuguese native speakers you can across all continents.
Among the many reasons why you should start a Portuguese course, one of the most attractive is that learning this widespread language will make you much more employable. If you’re currently looking for a job in Bristol, you have probably realised that the local job market is quite competitive, so having useful language skills like Portuguese on your CV is almost a necessity to stand out in job interviews. Additionally, if you become bilingual, you’ll have access to unique positions in the city such as Portuguese-speaking Senior Management Accountant for Reed, Portuguese-speaking Contract Specialist for Integreon and Portuguese-speaking Customer Service for Maidenhead.
Another reason why so many people are learning Portuguese in the area is that there are many job openings for native English speakers in incredible places like Rio De Janeiro or São Paulo in Brazil, where in addition to teaching English, you can find interesting job positions like News Associate Editor for Argus Media and many other translating jobs that would allow you to live there and enjoy a comfortable life near the beach.
A great community you might want to join is The Bristol-Oporto Association, which welcomes anyone who wants to know more about the Portuguese people, their language and culture and the beautiful city of Oporto. They have a wonderful newsletter you can read which is full of information about all things Portuguese and outlines the most important events in Bristol that celebrate the culture, including Portuguese film, theatre, music, fado, wine tastings, dinners and special holidays like Dia do Portugal and São João. They also organise many trips to Porto and other Portuguese cities, so if you want to travel there with a group of people who are as fascinated by Portuguese culture and language as you are, don’t hesitate to contact this friendly association.
Do you want to meet other language enthusiasts in the city? If so, you should attend the events organized by Bristol Language Exchange, where you’ll find native Portuguese speakers and learners of all levels with whom to have conversations and practice your skills. These events are completely free and take place online and at local pubs like The Ship Inn, located at 8 Lower Park Row. If you’ve just started learning the language, don’t worry, as learners of all levels are welcome and you can attend even if you just want to listen to other people speaking Portuguese or help out native speakers improve their English. Although most of the face-to-face meetings are open for speakers of all languages, you can also check out the online Portuguese meetings. These, however, are not free, as there are teachers present at the event to help you out with your grammar, vocabulary and pronunciation.
If, in addition to learning the language, you want to immerse yourself in Portuguese and Brazilian culture, you should check out the events organized by The Bristol Portuguese Society. They hold regular social activities like club nights, movie nights, networking events, language classes, a native network, and visits to all the amazing local Portuguese and Brazilian restaurants in the area, so it’s a great group to consider joining in the city to meet other like-minded people who feel as passionate about Lusophone cultures as you do.
There are many ways of learning Portuguese in Bristol, so no matter what your language goals or learning style is, you’ll find effective ways to become fluent. If you are the sort of learner who likes to learn on their own and look for their own resources, you might want to check out the Bristol Central Library, located at College Green. Here, you’ll find wonderful books, records and other useful materials that can help you develop the skills you need to communicate confidently. If you’re already an advanced learner, you should check out Colloquial Portuguese: the Complete Language Course, by Joao Sampaio, a great book which was specially written for self-study and offers a step-by-step approach to written and spoken Portuguese. Alternatively, if you are looking for a language course in an academic setting to get a certification or add Portuguese to your degree, you’ll be glad to know that the Bristol University has a School of Languages where you can study Portuguese at all levels and also learn about Portuguese history, literature and the cultural links between Portugal and other Lusophone countries.
However, as good as these options are, the best way to become a fluent speaker in Bristol is to start a language course at Listen & Learn. What sets Listen & Learn apart is that we offer language courses that are completely personalised to our student’s interests, language level and goals. On top of that, it’s the most comfortable way to learn Portuguese, as you can have your lessons at home, in your office or anywhere you are, as we offer online classes as well. Don’t waste any more time! Send us a quick enquiry now and we’ll get in contact within the next 24 hours!
Portuguese lessons of this type are broader and are aimed towards students with a variety of requirements. While all beginner level students will cover survival Portuguese—needed for short visits to countries where English isn't widely spoken, or if you wish to 'go local'—those studying Portuguese usually go in different directions at this point, depending on what they need. Those who have benefited from these Portuguese classes have been those investing in or buying property overseas, those married to overseas nationals, people setting off on a round-the-world trip, enthusiasts for Portuguese culture and those hoping to pass a specific exam in Portuguese. Enquire now about our Portuguese Courses or Take A Free Portuguese Level Test
These lessons in Portuguese are meant for those who feel that learning Portuguese would make a change in their work. For starters, it is expedient to learn how to say hello/goodbye, as well as basic business protocol; once the basics have been mastered, reading and writing come to the fore. Students who have greatly benefited have been involved in import/export, international negotiations and acquisitions, jobseekers in multinational companies where another language is required and those working in the international academia and government circuits. Even in our most fundamental beginner's lesson, students can anticipate ending the lesson with basic telephone Portuguese and e-mail Portuguese skills for communicating, as well as survival Portuguese if a short visit to the country is needed. Enquire now about our Portuguese Courses or Take A Free Portuguese Level Test
Two or more people can benefit from studying Portuguese together as these Portuguese lessons are also offered to groups (Two-to-One Portuguese Lessons or Small Group In-Company Portuguese Lessons). Every student must have the same degree of knowledge of the language, the same business or language needs and the ability to study at the same time and place as everybody else. The booking has to be made for all students at the same time. Listen & Learn does not advocate group sessions of more than 6-8 people, though Taster Portuguese Lessons can be experienced by up to 12 people. Enquire now about our Portuguese Courses or Take A Free Portuguese Level Test
You and your group can be trained by our native speaker qualified Portuguese teachers and can meet at your place of work or home at a time that works best for you. Tutorials can take place any day of the week, including weekends, and can be scheduled for the morning, afternoon or evening. If your home or office is not fitting for you, you can attend the lesson at the teacher's offices. You will be provided with all relevant lesson materials. Enquire now about our Portuguese Courses or Take A Free Portuguese Level Test
If there are two or more of you with the same level of Portuguese, the same targets within the language and are able to study at the same time and location, then you'll be happy to know that these Portuguese lessons can also be made available for Two-to-One Portuguese Lessons or Small Group In-Company Portuguese Lessons. Listen & Learn does not generally recommend classes of more than 6-8 people, though Taster lessons in Portuguese can run with up to 12 people. Bookings must be made for all participants at the same time. Enquire now about our Portuguese Courses or Take A Free Portuguese Level Test
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