Learning
PAST TENSE VERBS
is essential for effective communication. With them, you will be able to share experiences and tell stories about events that have already happened.
In Portuguese, there are two main past tenses: the "pretérito perfeito" and the "pretérito imperfeito". This book focuses on the "
pretérito perfeito
" (which would be the approximate equivalent to simple past), the most commonly used tense to narrate completed actions.
Throughout this book,
you will learn how to talk about everyday activities
, such as:
what you ate yesterday,
what time you woke up today,
what you did over the weekend, and
where you traveled last year.
This book will help you narrate past events with confidence.
The structure of the book is designed to guide you through the content step by step. The first chapter introduces the basic rules and conjugation of regular verbs in the simple past. Then, in chapters two, three, and four provide activities to help you practice regular verbs and build a strong foundation for the next challenge: irregular verbs. Starting in chapter five, each unit focuses on a specific irregular verb, helping you become familiar with its patterns and unique uses.
Each chapter includes:
verb conjugations,
short stories,
vocabulary,
comprehension activities,
grammar explanations (when necessary),
practice exercises,
answer keys,
story translations,
useful phrases
cultural insights about Brazil.
For further support, the book offers
audio content
at www.brazilianportuguesebook.com, designed to help you with pronunciation, comprehension, and speaking skills.