We have a brand new language tool from Transparent that everyone can use for all of our languages: our fantastic new Words App. This program works through Facebook, and all you have to do to use it is log in through Facebook connect. Here, you’ll be able to see and create words and phrases in Portuguese, in order to build your vocabulary. You can read examples of how to use the word or phrase in a sentence, and you can also listen to how the words are pronounced. Here’s a tutorial video about Words:
Here’s a step by step tutorial about how to create a new word.
First, under Quick Start, click Create a new word.
Next, type the Portuguese word and its English equivalent, and click Add. Then you’ll be given the option to add an example and audio:
Once you add the example sentence, you can add audio:
You’ll have to create an MP3 file of the pronunciation before uploading it:
Once you add a word, you can share it with friends, and if enough people “like” it on Facebook, your word could be featured as Word of the Day on Portuguese Blog. Check it out now!
Today we’re going to take a look at some important phrases and vocabulary for the holiday season.