Portuguese 1 course (A0 → A1-)
With this beginner’s Portuguese course you will learn the basics of the language. You will make your first sentences in Portuguese and practice everyday conversations. Step by step you will work toward level A1-.
About the Portuguese 1 course for beginners
Are you planning a trip to Portugal or Brazil soon and would like to learn the basics of Portuguese? Or do you want to get acquainted with this beautiful language for work or study? This course will help you take your first step. You’ll learn practical language skills such as introducing yourself, asking for directions, and ordering something at a restaurant. By actively practicing conversations and real-life situations, you’ll quickly build a basic vocabulary. This will allow you to get by in simple conversations in no time and make it easier to connect with others. Although European Portuguese differs slightly from Brazilian Portuguese, this course will also serve you well in Brazil.
In 9 Portuguese lessons:
- how to greet others in Portuguese;
- have short conversations on simple topics;
- ask for directions and understand basic instructions;
- order food and drinks at restaurants and cafés;
- you express yourself in common situations;
- you can understand the general meaning of a text.
In this course, you will work toward language level A1-. You will learn the basics of Portuguese and gain more confidence in having everyday conversations. You will understand what is being said more often and be able to form short sentences on your own. After this course, you can continue with Portuguese Course 2 (A1 → A1). .
Time investment
Sessions
This course consists of 9 meetings.
Lesson duration
Each class lasts 90 minutes.
Frequency
In this course, you will have classes once a week.
Self-study
You spend 2-3 hours per week on self-study.
Who is it for?
This course is suitable for anyone who wants to learn the Portuguese language, for example for travel or study. During the meetings we speak as much as possible in Portuguese. During the course you work actively and independently on your learning goals, both in class and during self-study.
Determine your language level
Would you like to know which course best suits your language level? We can help you! Take our free placement test and receive personal advice so that you can get the most out of the course.
Do you prefer to take classes in a different format? Check out the options.
Private lesson
One-on-one
Want to make faster progress with personal attention? With 1-on-1 lessons, you’ll receive customized guidance tailored to your learning goals and pace.
Business
With your colleagues
Looking for a course for your team or organization? Choose a hands-on customized course that is fully aligned with your organization’s goals.
Schedule
View the schedule for the different start dates here:
Pricing
Course price: € 275,-
Excluding course materials
A language course is an investment in yourself. In your self-confidence. In your future in the Netherlands or beyond. That’s why at Babel, we work with you to figure out the costs. You don’t always have to pay for a course yourself. Sometimes DUO helps out. Sometimes your employer does. And sometimes you get a discount. Find out what’s possible for you. Read more about the Funding for your course.
Method
Our teaching method combines a structured approach with hands-on working methods. The lessons are active, personal, varied and practical. There is always attention for your learning style, pace and level. Curious about how we design this course?
Approach
During the meetings you work a lot in small groups or pairs, always under the guidance of an experienced teacher. You practice with recognizable situations from everyday life, so that you learn to put Portuguese into practice immediately. Role plays and simulations are used as working methods. You also give feedback on each other’s work. This is not only instructive for the other, but also for yourself.
Teaching Materials
As a teaching method we use the book ‘Português em foco’. Before the start of the course we will inform you how to order the teaching materials easily, so you can start your lesson well prepared. Besides the book, the teacher sometimes hands out extra material in class and we work with music. A nice change!
Teachers
You will be taught by an experienced teacher who will personally guide you and help you get the best out of yourself. The open atmosphere allows you to learn not only from the teacher, but also from the experiences of other students.
Certificate of Participation
You will receive a certificate of participation from us if you have actively participated in at least 80% of the meetings.
Do you have a question?
info@babel.nl 
030 227 0008 
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