{"id":95646,"date":"2023-08-16T15:16:32","date_gmt":"2023-08-16T15:16:32","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/caminhoslanguages.com\/?p=95646"},"modified":"2026-01-11T23:32:20","modified_gmt":"2026-01-11T23:32:20","slug":"mistakes-english-speakers-make-in-brazilian-portuguese","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/caminhoslanguages.com\/blog\/mistakes-english-speakers-make-in-brazilian-portuguese\/","title":{"rendered":"9 Common Mistakes English Speakers Make in Brazilian Portuguese"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>Learning a new language can be a thrilling journey, but it is not without its challenges. For instance, there are a handful of mistakes English speakers make in Brazilian Portuguese regularly when learning the language. Let\u2019s explore these blunders and learn how to sidestep them.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_82_2 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-grey ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\" style=\"cursor:inherit\">Table of Contents<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a href=\"#\" class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" aria-label=\"Toggle Table of Content\"><span class=\"ez-toc-js-icon-con\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"10px\" height=\"10px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.2\" baseProfile=\"tiny\"><path d=\"M18.2 9.3l-6.2-6.3-6.2 6.3c-.2.2-.3.4-.3.7s.1.5.3.7c.2.2.4.3.7.3h11c.3 0 .5-.1.7-.3.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7zM5.8 14.7l6.2 6.3 6.2-6.3c.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7c-.2-.2-.4-.3-.7-.3h-11c-.3 0-.5.1-.7.3-.2.2-.3.5-.3.7s.1.5.3.7z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/a><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 ' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/caminhoslanguages.com\/blog\/mistakes-english-speakers-make-in-brazilian-portuguese\/#False_Friends\" >False Friends<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/caminhoslanguages.com\/blog\/mistakes-english-speakers-make-in-brazilian-portuguese\/#Tangled_Tongue\" >Tangled Tongue<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/caminhoslanguages.com\/blog\/mistakes-english-speakers-make-in-brazilian-portuguese\/#Genders\" >Genders<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/caminhoslanguages.com\/blog\/mistakes-english-speakers-make-in-brazilian-portuguese\/#Ser_vs_Estar\" >Ser vs. Estar<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/caminhoslanguages.com\/blog\/mistakes-english-speakers-make-in-brazilian-portuguese\/#Verb_Conjugation\" >Verb Conjugation<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/caminhoslanguages.com\/blog\/mistakes-english-speakers-make-in-brazilian-portuguese\/#Prepositions\" >Prepositions<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/caminhoslanguages.com\/blog\/mistakes-english-speakers-make-in-brazilian-portuguese\/#Subjunctive\" >Subjunctive<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/caminhoslanguages.com\/blog\/mistakes-english-speakers-make-in-brazilian-portuguese\/#Direct_Translation\" >Direct Translation<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/caminhoslanguages.com\/blog\/mistakes-english-speakers-make-in-brazilian-portuguese\/#Cultural_Nuances\" >Cultural Nuances<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"False_Friends\"><\/span>False Friends<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>False friends are words that look or sound familiar in both languages but hold different meanings.&nbsp;To avoid these traps, it is crucial to delve into the true meanings of words and not rely solely on surface-level resemblances. Moreover, building vocabulary is important to learn new words and their meanings.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Examples:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>\u201cParent\u201d in English means \u201cfather or mother,\u201d but \u201cparente\u201d in Portuguese refers to a family member.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>\u201cF\u00e1brica\u201d does not mean \u201cfabric,\u201d but \u201cfactory.\u201d<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>\u201cCollege\u201d is the equivalent of \u201cfaculdade\u201d in Portuguese. Meanwhile, \u201ccol\u00e9gio\u201d means \u201cschool\u201d.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>This is a tricky one: \u201cConfident\u201d in Portuguese is \u201cconfiante\u201d, while \u201cconfidente\u201d in English is \u201cconfidant.\u201d<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>In Portuguese, \u201ccostume\u201d means \u201chabit\u201d, and the clothing used as part of entertainment is \u201cfantasia.\u201d<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Tangled_Tongue\"><\/span>Tangled Tongue<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Portuguese sounds can be hard to learn, and these challenges are among the mistakes English speakers make in Brazilian Portuguese. The unique nasal vowels, like \u201c\u00e3\u201d and \u201c\u00f5,\u201d require a deft touch to get right. Additionally, mastering the distinct roll of the \u201cr\u201d sound can be a tongue-twisting challenge. These vocal intricacies demand persistent practice and a keen ear to ensure that your spoken Portuguese is as clear and accurate as possible.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Watch our video on YouTube:&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=zWLeqBJDVlc&amp;ab_channel=CaminhosLanguageCentre-RiodeJaneiro-Brazil-PortugueseSchool\">The sounds of R in Portuguese.<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Genders\"><\/span>Genders<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>In Portuguese, every noun has a gender \u2014 masculine or feminine. Do not assume based on English; memorize genders with nouns to avoid slips. Furthermore, you must pay attention to homonyms: the same word can have different meanings and each has a different gender. Check a few examples:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Examples:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>\u201cA guia\u201d is a female tourist guide. \u201cO guia\u201d is a form, a document with blank spaces.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>\u201cO cabe\u00e7a\u201d is the leader, while \u201ca cabe\u00e7a\u201d is the head.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>\u201cO r\u00e1dio\u201d is a device used to listen to music. However, \u201ca radio\u201d is a radio station.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Ser_vs_Estar\"><\/span>Ser vs. Estar<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Choosing between \u201cser\u201d and \u201cestar\u201d (both meaning \u201cto be\u201d) is confusing for many learners, leading to mistakes English speakers make in Brazilian Portuguese. Remember, \u201cser\u201d is for permanent traits, while \u201cestar\u201d is for temporary states.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Further reading:&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/caminhoslanguages.com\/blog\/verb-to-be-in-portuguese-ser-estar\/\">Verb To Be in Portuguese \u2013 SER and ESTAR | Lesson 7<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Verb_Conjugation\"><\/span>Verb Conjugation<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Portuguese verbs have more forms than English ones. Master basic conjugations first and build your way up. With various forms for different subjects and tenses, it is easy to feel adrift. Starting with the basics and gradually advancing can ease the overwhelming complexity. Whether it is the shift from \u201ceu falo\u201d (I speak) to \u201cvoc\u00ea fala\u201d (you speak) or the transformation of \u201cele come\u201d (he eats) to \u201celas comeriam\u201d (they would eat), patient and consistent practice is the key to conquering the intricate dance of verb endings.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Prepositions\"><\/span>Prepositions<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Prepositions can perplex. Learn them in context, as their usage often differs from English. \u201cDe\u201d might mean \u201cof\u201d or \u201cfrom,\u201d depending on the context. We have a&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/caminhoslanguages.com\/blog\/prepositions-in-portuguese\/\">great guide on prepositions in Brazilian Portuguese<\/a>&nbsp;if you want to check.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Subjunctive\"><\/span>Subjunctive<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>The subjunctive mood in Brazilian Portuguese can present a stumbling block for English speakers. Unlike the straightforward indicative mood, the subjunctive conveys uncertainty, wishes, or hypothetical scenarios. Navigating through phrases like \u201cse eu fosse\u201d (if I were) and \u201cque ele estude\u201d (may he study) requires a grasp of both verb conjugations and the nuances of mood. It is a terrain where words can take unexpected turns, expressing hopes and doubts with subtlety. Ask your teacher to practice that with you thoroughly. Nonetheless, you can also practice it daily through songs. In&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/caminhoslanguages.com\/blog\/learn-portuguese-with-music\/\">this blog article<\/a>, you can check out some great Brazilian songs that will help you practice the subjunctive.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Direct_Translation\"><\/span>Direct Translation<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Falling into the direct translation trap is a common pitfall for language learners, especially when transitioning between English and Brazilian Portuguese. While it might seem like a shortcut, translating phrases word-for-word can often lead to confusion or awkward expressions. Instead, understanding the structure and idiomatic usage of the target language is essential. For instance, the phrase \u201cto hit the nail on the head\u201d in English becomes \u201cacertar na mosca\u201d in Portuguese. By embracing the unique flow and expressions of Brazilian Portuguese, learners can communicate naturally and effectively, steering clear of the pitfalls of a literal translation.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Cultural_Nuances\"><\/span>Cultural Nuances<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Neglecting cultural nuances when learning Brazilian Portuguese can lead to misunderstandings and missed connections, which are among the mistakes English speakers make in Brazilian Portuguese. It is not just about mastering grammar and vocabulary, but also understanding the customs, social norms, and context that shape communication. From knowing when to use formal versus informal language to appreciating local customs, diving into the culture enriches your language experience. Embrace the rhythms of daily life, delve into traditions, and engage with native speakers to truly bridge the gap between words and understanding. 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