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The notion of personal space is very different among Brazilians and Americans. In Brazil, people tend to stand closer together in all sorts of social situations. And there is a lot more touching …
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In Brazil, we do not drink tap water. Therefore restaurants do not serve you tap water, which means you need to order bottled water if you want to have water during your meal. That's right, in Brazil …
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Many Brazilians find it confusing and get it wrong. Not you! Not anymore. Check out this presentation and never wonder again. View more presentations from Luciana …
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Brazil's North region - also known as Amazônia - is comprised by six states: Amazonas, Rondônia, Acre, Roraima, Pará, Amapá, and Tocantins. The Amazon rainforest covers most of …
In 2009 the long-discussed reform of the Portuguese Language will be implemented (or is supposed to be). The goal is to standardize the spelling and bring uniformity of language among the different …
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Feliz Ano Novo a todos que fazem da Street Smart Brazil um grande sucesso! Desejo um 2009 repleto de amor, alegria, paz, saúde e sucesso. E muitas aulas de português, claro …
In Brazilian Portuguese, we never say "mais grande", "mais pequeno", "mais bom", "mais bem", "mais ruim", and "mais mal". These are incorrect. This always comes as a surprise to learner of …
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It is very easy to say thank you in Portuguese correctly. Yet, I see so much confusion around this topic. The fact the many Brazilians do not remember this very simple rule and use it incorrectly …
Yes, in Brazil we also toast the new year with champagne and we love good wine. But nothing beats preparing a fresh caipirinha to enjoy with family and friends :) Caipirinha may be the most Brazilian …
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Imagine that you are walking down the street and you drop your wallet without realizing so. A stranger stops you and returns your wallet. You feel genuinely grateful, and express your feeling with a …
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