Is this app for complete beginners?

Yes! Real Life Portuguese is designed for all levels, from complete beginners to advanced learners. Our beginner lessons focus on essential words, phrases, and pronunciation, while our advanced content covers connected speech, slang, and natural expressions.

How is this different from Duolingo or other apps?

Unlike traditional apps that focus on translating sentences and memorizing isolated words, Real Life Portuguese teaches you the way Brazilians actually speak. You'll learn connected speech, real slang, natural expressions, and cultural context — all created by native Brazilian speakers.

How much time do I need per day?

Just 5-10 minutes a day is enough to see real progress. Our lessons are designed to be short, engaging, and effective — perfect for busy schedules. Consistency matters more than long study sessions.

Will I understand native speakers after using this app?

Absolutely! One of our core focuses is training your ear to understand fast, natural Brazilian Portuguese. We use real audio from native speakers, not robotic text-to-speech, so you'll be prepared for real conversations.

Is the app available on Android?

Yes! Real Life Portuguese is available on Android through Google Play, on iPhone through the App Store, and on the web in your browser. Choose your platform in the download section below.

Do you teach European Portuguese or Brazilian Portuguese?

We specialize in Brazilian Portuguese. Our entire team is Brazilian, and all content is created by native speakers to ensure you learn authentic, real-life Brazilian Portuguese.

At a Car Wash in Brazil: Portuguese for Basic Services

Ask what service is available

Lavagem simples means a basic wash, while limpeza interna refers to interior cleaning. Confirm what a specific service includes before agreeing to it.

Que tipos de lavagem vocês oferecem?

What types of car wash do you offer?

O que está incluído na lavagem simples?

What is included in the basic wash?

Vocês fazem limpeza interna?

Do you do interior cleaning?

Confirm the price and timing

Before leaving the car, ask how much the service costs and how long it usually takes. The answer can depend on the service and how busy the location is.

If you need the car by a certain time, say so before the work begins and ask whether that timing is possible.

Quanto custa esse serviço?

How much does this service cost?

Quanto tempo demora?

How long does it take?

Preciso do carro às três. Dá tempo?

I need the car at three. Is there enough time?

Ask about pickup

Ask where to leave the keys and where to collect the car afterward. If you need to come back, confirm the expected pickup time and the best place to wait.

For fuel and rental-car questions, read our guide to renting a car in Brazil. This page focuses on asking for basic car-wash services.

Onde deixo a chave?

Where should I leave the key?

Onde retiro o carro depois?

Where do I pick up the car afterward?

Eu volto às quatro, tudo bem?

I’ll come back at four, is that okay?

Put it into practice

Ask what a service includes, how much it costs, and when the car will be ready before you leave.

At a Car Wash in Brazil: Portuguese for Basic Services

Ask what service is available

Confirm the price and timing

Ask about pickup

Quick practice

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