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A1 - Personal Pronouns & The Verbs 'Ser' and 'Estar'

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Level A1
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60 min

Personal Pronouns

In Portuguese, personal pronouns are used to refer to people or things. They are essential for understanding and forming sentences.

Key Points

  • Personal pronouns replace nouns in sentences.
  • They indicate who is performing the action.
  • There are subject pronouns and object pronouns.

The Verbs 'Ser' and 'Estar'

In this lesson, we will learn about two important verbs in Portuguese: 'ser' and 'estar'. Both verbs mean 'to be' in English, but they are used in different situations. Understanding when to use each verb is essential for speaking and writing correctly in Portuguese.

Key Points

  • 'Ser' is used for permanent or defining characteristics.
  • 'Estar' is used for temporary states or conditions.
  • Choosing the correct verb can change the meaning of a sentence.