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Learn Real Brazilian Portuguese with a Native Lawyer in Switzerland
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Olá! I’m Mayara a Brazilian lawyer living in Switzerland, passionate about languages, culture, and meaningful communication.

I help students learn Brazilian Portuguese in a natural and personalized way, focusing on real-life conversation, culture, and confidence.
Whether you’re learning for travel, work, relationships, or personal growth, I’ll guide you step by step with patience, structure, and good energy.

As a lawyer, I have strong communication skills and attention to detail so I’ll help you understand not just the words, but the meaning behind them.
You’ll learn how to speak clearly, express yourself confidently, and sound natural, all while discovering the beauty of Brazilian culture.

Fun and supportive lessons

Focus on pronunciation and fluency

Practical vocabulary for daily life

Cultural insights from Brazil & Switzerland
Locatie
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Online vanuit Zwitserland
Leeftijd
Kinderen (7-12 jaar oud)
Tieners (13-17 jaar oud)
Volwassenen (18-64 jaar oud)
Senioren (65+ jaar oud)
Niveau van de leerling
Beginner
Gemiddeld
Gevorderden
Duur
30 minuten
45 minuten
60 minuten
90 minuten
120 minuten
De les wordt gegeven in
Engels
Portugees
Vaardigheden
Portugees voor volwassenen
Beschikbaarheid typische week
(GMT -05:00)
New York
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Online via webcam
Mon
Tue
Wed
Thu
Fri
Sat
Sun
00-04
04-08
08-12
12-16
16-20
20-24
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CURRENTLY, ALL CLASSES ARE RUN ON-LINE IVM CORONA VIRUS.
HOW WE HELP STOP STOP SPREADING THE VIRUS.

We offer Portuguese language courses specifically for you as an individual. This means that you learn Portuguese in a fun and efficient way. Depending on your wishes and level you can enroll in various Portuguese courses that you can follow together with other like-minded people. If you do not find a connection with the existing Portuguese courses, you can of course also follow specific programs that we prepare for you. In this way you are always assured of an optimal result and the best language course that is available to you.
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Currently all lessons are on-line !!
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My goal is to provide enjoyable learning experiences to my students. I strive to provide an environment which cultivates a culture of confidence, mutual respect, promotion of diversity and equal opportunities. I believe that every student learns in a different way. Therefore I practise a learner-centred approach where my students are strongly encouraged to participate actively in their own learning process.
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De echte Portugese ervaring!

Advantages of learning a new language:

Learning a new language is fun. But what I’m (and you should be) after is not bilingualism but instead biculturalism. We think by aid of words. Therefore language shapes thought. In part this is because working in a second language slows down the thinking. No wonder people feel different when speaking a second language. And no wonder they feel looser, more spontaneous, perhaps more assertive or funnier or blunter.
Studies show that being able to speak another language is generally linked to a more flexible brain, developing the brain’s ability to plan and prioritize. Also it betters our defenses against dementia in old age.

Advantages of learning Portuguese:

• 250 million native speakers worldwide
• 5th most common language in the world
• It has been an official language since 1297
• It’s usage is spread over 4 continents (Europe, South America, Africa, Asia)

Now business,

For the past 5 years I've had more than 50 students and based on experience I recommend the following lesson duration (minutes):
Age gap 0-6 | 7-12 | 13-17 | 18-45 | 45-64 | 65+
Duration 30 | 30-45 | 45-60 | 60 | 60-45 | 45-30

Focus on diverse subjects is possible, for example, grammar, diction, reading comprehension, written production, conversational skills. Because the goal of most students is the ability to communicate, I’ve been developing my classes that way. I have acquired extra audio media specially for you :) to hear Portuguese being spoken at a different pace, accent and voice tone.

My method is based on a book (that I myself bring to the class and the student doesn’t need to acquire) which I'm fairly familiar by now. But what I really like is to talk to the student. So the book will be used to present the gramatical structure of the language while also serving as an inspiration platform for conversation topics.
Periodically we will evaluate how the classes are evolving so as to rapidly and effectively shift focus to where it is needed.
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I have over 10 years of experience in teaching Portuguese as a foreign language both independently and in International Academies for the most diversified purposes:
International Exams, Business (Interviews, Work Presentations), Erasmus, Exchange, and other Travel/ Leisure Activities, Translation (Simultaneous or of Documents: Thesis, Articles, etc).

Classes are dynamic and versatile with a methodological approach to Grammar, Oral and Written Comprehension and Production, Colloquial Language Use and Vocabulary, Periodical Presentations, and Mock Tests. Classes are designed specifically to assist the students' lifestyles and interests including the amount of Homework, personalized material, and pace.
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Spanish is my mother tongue!

Learn: Spanish for beginners. (A1 / A2)
Getting better: Spanish for B1 or B2
Practice: Conversation and Perfection.
Expert: Do you need the vocabulary for a specific topic?

Teaching modalities vary depending on the specific purposes. Adaptability at the request of the students.
Private, group, online, phone, home and business lessons.

Are you willing to learn or improve a foreign language?

After 10 years of traveling, working and studying around the world I am now based in the Netherlands eager to share all these experiences through teaching languages!

I can offer lessons in Spanish, Italian, Portuguese and English! We can do it online or personally and, I can adapt our study plan to your objectives and necessities!
I provide personalized methods that will take you step by step to meet your goal! I am dynamic, easy-going and full of energy!

I have experience preparing students for IELTS, TOEFL, different Cambridge Exams, DELE, CELU, OPI, TELC, CELI, CILS, CIPLE, DEPLE, DIPLE, DAPLE, DUPLE ...

Let's do it!
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Explore Public Speaking through...

Intonation and Melody

When training for a presentation, decide which words and passages deserve extra attention and increase the tone to emphasize these points. If something sounds exaggerated or false, your audience can turn against you.

Volume

A speech is not ordinary conversation, and a presenter can’t convey passion and enthusiasm if the words are delivered softly.

Clarity

Don’t forget to articulate every word, to ensure clarity on your part and understanding on the part of the audience.

Emphasis

Even in the same sentence, emphasizing different words can change the focus of a message. Changing emphasis can alter meaning and/or implication.

Pauses

when pauses are placed in strategic spots in a speech, they can make the difference between a good and an excellent presentation. There are several purposes for which pauses can be used: to give listeners a chance to absorb something that’s just been said; to generate expectations about something that’s going to be said...

Pacing & Tone

If you often get negative feedback about the faster or slower delivery of your speeches, practice delivering a speech sometimes faster and sometimes slower, so you can arrive at a natural pace.
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I work mostly online at the moment, please get in touch and we can arrange a suitable schedule.
Classes are here to meet your needs as an English learner.

Classes will develop but some of the activities that can be done:
Conversations
Grammar
Business English
Formal v Informal
IT English
Medical English
Topics and Question activities
Reading and writing
IELTS testing
Journalism
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Both Brazilian and European Portuguese. We will start with the basic grammar of the Portuguese language. Depending on the pace and experience of the student, conversation will gradually take place in Portuguese. You will receive useful and practical tips to make learning the language even more fun.
verified badge
Ik bied Portugese lessen aan en ik zou het geweldig vinden als jullie een les proberen! Mijn lessen zijn ontworpen om aan de unieke behoeften van elke student te voldoen, zodat je kunt leren op een manier die bij je past.
Mijn methode is gepersonaliseerd en interactief, waardoor je actief de taal kunt leren. We zullen ons richten op de elementaire onderdelen van de taal, zoals grammatica en uitspraak, terwijl we ons ook concentreren op conversatie en luistervaardigheden.
In mijn lessen zullen we ook oefenen met luisteren, spreken, lezen en schrijven. Zo kun je de taal op een allround manier leren. Bovendien zal ik je stimuleren om zelf je communicatievaardigheden in het Portugees te ontwikkelen en de taal ook in het dagelijks leven te gebruiken.
Ik kijk er naar uit om samen met jou te spreken en jouw reis in het Portugees te beginnen! :)
Ik bied ook conversatie lessen aan! Schrijf me om meer te weten:-)
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Are you planning to visit (one of ) the ABC islands for work or vacation and interested in learning Papiamentu? Do you already speak some Papiamentu, but would like to improve your proficiency, pronunciation or conversational skills? Book a class and I’ll help you on your journey to learning our beautiful language.
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My name is Nayara, and I'm from Brazil. I was a primary school teacher there from 2010. I also have experience giving private Portuguese lessons to people who start working after their education and can't speak or write Portuguese well. I have my own online materials to help with lessons. If you're traveling to Brazil and want to learn the language and culture, I can help. I have good teaching methods with good examples of the Brazilian people's lives. I'm sure you'll quickly learn to speak Portuguese.
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Portuguese from Portugal language, culture and literature tailored to your needs.
All levels - beginners to advanced, also for Portuguese descendants, translators and interpreters.
Any content - for leisure, vacation, work, business, study.
Certified native Portuguese teacher with 30 years of experience.
Classes in person around Eindhoven, and online everywhere (via Teams).
Speaks fluent Dutch, English, French and Spanish.
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Do you want to have English, Spanish or Portuguese classes from a language teacher, learner and enthusiast?
Teaching online or in-person (Belgium-based, depending on the location).

With more than 15 years of experience in multiple learning environments (groups, individuals, companies, schools, online schools, language courses, teacher's courses, translation), a degree in English and Portuguese Language Teaching, 5 international certificates, mutiple courses, knowledge of different methodologies and correction techniques, and a solid career, Thais is the best fit for:

- Teenagers, Young Adults, Adults, Middle Aged or Seniors who want to learn a language as a hobby
- Teenagers, Young Adults, Adults, Middle Aged or Seniors who want to learn a language for immigration purposes
- Teenagers, Young Adults, Adults, Middle Aged or Seniors who want to add some more practice to the language they already speak
- Teenagers, Young Adults, Adults, Middle Aged or Seniors who are taking language courses or language lessons and need some guidance on specific topics
- Teachers who need a boost in their teaching techniques with some fresh ideas
- People who need a mediator/translator/interpreter for their conferences, company, congress, book, article or meeting
- Anyone who needs someone to revise their written texts in any of those languages
- Schools that need someone to do online activities with their students
- Online language schools who need a mentor/trainer/coordination assistant

If your case is one of those, please, don't hesitate to contact me.
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✈️✨ Learn Spanish for your travels! 🌎
7 fun, easy to follow chapters.
Essential phrases for the airport, hotels, restaurants & more...
Perfect for beginners who want to travel with confidence!
🔥 Become a smart traveler and truly connect with local culture!
👉 Register today and start your Spanish adventure!
This course is designed for anyone who wants to
practical and effective way to teach basic skills in the
Want to acquire Spanish. During the lessons, students learn to introduce themselves and meet other people, improve their pronunciation using the
understand the alphabet and basics of Spanish grammar to build simple sentences and ask questions
to formulate.
In addition, we explore everyday situations, such as asking for directions in the city, booking a room in a hotel,
shopping at markets and supermarkets, and managing in restaurants by reading menus, placing orders, and asking for the bill. By the end of the course, participants will have a solid foundation for
to be able to express themselves in Spanish in a variety of everyday situations.
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Selling is not about pressure or manipulation, it’s about understanding people, building trust, and communicating value clearly.
In this practical workshop, I share real-life sales and customer communication skills based on over 20 years of hands-on customer service experience and 9 years in retail, combined with an academic background in MBA (Strategy) and a PhD in Policy.
This class is designed for people who want practical, usable skills, not theory.

What you will learn:
✨️How to communicate confidently with customers
✨️How to understand customer needs quickly
✨️How to handle objections naturally (without stress or pressure)
✨️How to sell ethically and professionally
✨️How to adapt your communication style to different personalities
✨️Common mistakes that lose sales and how to avoid them

Who this class is for:
Retail and shop staff
Customer service professionals
Freelancers or small business owners
Anyone who wants to improve their communication and selling skills
This session is interactive, realistic, and based on real workplace situations — not scripts or generic sales tricks.
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CURRENTLY, ALL CLASSES ARE RUN ON-LINE IVM CORONA VIRUS.
HOW WE HELP STOP STOP SPREADING THE VIRUS.

We offer Portuguese language courses specifically for you as an individual. This means that you learn Portuguese in a fun and efficient way. Depending on your wishes and level you can enroll in various Portuguese courses that you can follow together with other like-minded people. If you do not find a connection with the existing Portuguese courses, you can of course also follow specific programs that we prepare for you. In this way you are always assured of an optimal result and the best language course that is available to you.
- - - -
Currently all lessons are on-line !!
verified badge
My goal is to provide enjoyable learning experiences to my students. I strive to provide an environment which cultivates a culture of confidence, mutual respect, promotion of diversity and equal opportunities. I believe that every student learns in a different way. Therefore I practise a learner-centred approach where my students are strongly encouraged to participate actively in their own learning process.
verified badge
De echte Portugese ervaring!

Advantages of learning a new language:

Learning a new language is fun. But what I’m (and you should be) after is not bilingualism but instead biculturalism. We think by aid of words. Therefore language shapes thought. In part this is because working in a second language slows down the thinking. No wonder people feel different when speaking a second language. And no wonder they feel looser, more spontaneous, perhaps more assertive or funnier or blunter.
Studies show that being able to speak another language is generally linked to a more flexible brain, developing the brain’s ability to plan and prioritize. Also it betters our defenses against dementia in old age.

Advantages of learning Portuguese:

• 250 million native speakers worldwide
• 5th most common language in the world
• It has been an official language since 1297
• It’s usage is spread over 4 continents (Europe, South America, Africa, Asia)

Now business,

For the past 5 years I've had more than 50 students and based on experience I recommend the following lesson duration (minutes):
Age gap 0-6 | 7-12 | 13-17 | 18-45 | 45-64 | 65+
Duration 30 | 30-45 | 45-60 | 60 | 60-45 | 45-30

Focus on diverse subjects is possible, for example, grammar, diction, reading comprehension, written production, conversational skills. Because the goal of most students is the ability to communicate, I’ve been developing my classes that way. I have acquired extra audio media specially for you :) to hear Portuguese being spoken at a different pace, accent and voice tone.

My method is based on a book (that I myself bring to the class and the student doesn’t need to acquire) which I'm fairly familiar by now. But what I really like is to talk to the student. So the book will be used to present the gramatical structure of the language while also serving as an inspiration platform for conversation topics.
Periodically we will evaluate how the classes are evolving so as to rapidly and effectively shift focus to where it is needed.
verified badge
I have over 10 years of experience in teaching Portuguese as a foreign language both independently and in International Academies for the most diversified purposes:
International Exams, Business (Interviews, Work Presentations), Erasmus, Exchange, and other Travel/ Leisure Activities, Translation (Simultaneous or of Documents: Thesis, Articles, etc).

Classes are dynamic and versatile with a methodological approach to Grammar, Oral and Written Comprehension and Production, Colloquial Language Use and Vocabulary, Periodical Presentations, and Mock Tests. Classes are designed specifically to assist the students' lifestyles and interests including the amount of Homework, personalized material, and pace.
verified badge
Spanish is my mother tongue!

Learn: Spanish for beginners. (A1 / A2)
Getting better: Spanish for B1 or B2
Practice: Conversation and Perfection.
Expert: Do you need the vocabulary for a specific topic?

Teaching modalities vary depending on the specific purposes. Adaptability at the request of the students.
Private, group, online, phone, home and business lessons.

Are you willing to learn or improve a foreign language?

After 10 years of traveling, working and studying around the world I am now based in the Netherlands eager to share all these experiences through teaching languages!

I can offer lessons in Spanish, Italian, Portuguese and English! We can do it online or personally and, I can adapt our study plan to your objectives and necessities!
I provide personalized methods that will take you step by step to meet your goal! I am dynamic, easy-going and full of energy!

I have experience preparing students for IELTS, TOEFL, different Cambridge Exams, DELE, CELU, OPI, TELC, CELI, CILS, CIPLE, DEPLE, DIPLE, DAPLE, DUPLE ...

Let's do it!
verified badge
Explore Public Speaking through...

Intonation and Melody

When training for a presentation, decide which words and passages deserve extra attention and increase the tone to emphasize these points. If something sounds exaggerated or false, your audience can turn against you.

Volume

A speech is not ordinary conversation, and a presenter can’t convey passion and enthusiasm if the words are delivered softly.

Clarity

Don’t forget to articulate every word, to ensure clarity on your part and understanding on the part of the audience.

Emphasis

Even in the same sentence, emphasizing different words can change the focus of a message. Changing emphasis can alter meaning and/or implication.

Pauses

when pauses are placed in strategic spots in a speech, they can make the difference between a good and an excellent presentation. There are several purposes for which pauses can be used: to give listeners a chance to absorb something that’s just been said; to generate expectations about something that’s going to be said...

Pacing & Tone

If you often get negative feedback about the faster or slower delivery of your speeches, practice delivering a speech sometimes faster and sometimes slower, so you can arrive at a natural pace.
verified badge
I work mostly online at the moment, please get in touch and we can arrange a suitable schedule.
Classes are here to meet your needs as an English learner.

Classes will develop but some of the activities that can be done:
Conversations
Grammar
Business English
Formal v Informal
IT English
Medical English
Topics and Question activities
Reading and writing
IELTS testing
Journalism
verified badge
Both Brazilian and European Portuguese. We will start with the basic grammar of the Portuguese language. Depending on the pace and experience of the student, conversation will gradually take place in Portuguese. You will receive useful and practical tips to make learning the language even more fun.
verified badge
Ik bied Portugese lessen aan en ik zou het geweldig vinden als jullie een les proberen! Mijn lessen zijn ontworpen om aan de unieke behoeften van elke student te voldoen, zodat je kunt leren op een manier die bij je past.
Mijn methode is gepersonaliseerd en interactief, waardoor je actief de taal kunt leren. We zullen ons richten op de elementaire onderdelen van de taal, zoals grammatica en uitspraak, terwijl we ons ook concentreren op conversatie en luistervaardigheden.
In mijn lessen zullen we ook oefenen met luisteren, spreken, lezen en schrijven. Zo kun je de taal op een allround manier leren. Bovendien zal ik je stimuleren om zelf je communicatievaardigheden in het Portugees te ontwikkelen en de taal ook in het dagelijks leven te gebruiken.
Ik kijk er naar uit om samen met jou te spreken en jouw reis in het Portugees te beginnen! :)
Ik bied ook conversatie lessen aan! Schrijf me om meer te weten:-)
verified badge
Are you planning to visit (one of ) the ABC islands for work or vacation and interested in learning Papiamentu? Do you already speak some Papiamentu, but would like to improve your proficiency, pronunciation or conversational skills? Book a class and I’ll help you on your journey to learning our beautiful language.
verified badge
My name is Nayara, and I'm from Brazil. I was a primary school teacher there from 2010. I also have experience giving private Portuguese lessons to people who start working after their education and can't speak or write Portuguese well. I have my own online materials to help with lessons. If you're traveling to Brazil and want to learn the language and culture, I can help. I have good teaching methods with good examples of the Brazilian people's lives. I'm sure you'll quickly learn to speak Portuguese.
verified badge
Portuguese from Portugal language, culture and literature tailored to your needs.
All levels - beginners to advanced, also for Portuguese descendants, translators and interpreters.
Any content - for leisure, vacation, work, business, study.
Certified native Portuguese teacher with 30 years of experience.
Classes in person around Eindhoven, and online everywhere (via Teams).
Speaks fluent Dutch, English, French and Spanish.
verified badge
Do you want to have English, Spanish or Portuguese classes from a language teacher, learner and enthusiast?
Teaching online or in-person (Belgium-based, depending on the location).

With more than 15 years of experience in multiple learning environments (groups, individuals, companies, schools, online schools, language courses, teacher's courses, translation), a degree in English and Portuguese Language Teaching, 5 international certificates, mutiple courses, knowledge of different methodologies and correction techniques, and a solid career, Thais is the best fit for:

- Teenagers, Young Adults, Adults, Middle Aged or Seniors who want to learn a language as a hobby
- Teenagers, Young Adults, Adults, Middle Aged or Seniors who want to learn a language for immigration purposes
- Teenagers, Young Adults, Adults, Middle Aged or Seniors who want to add some more practice to the language they already speak
- Teenagers, Young Adults, Adults, Middle Aged or Seniors who are taking language courses or language lessons and need some guidance on specific topics
- Teachers who need a boost in their teaching techniques with some fresh ideas
- People who need a mediator/translator/interpreter for their conferences, company, congress, book, article or meeting
- Anyone who needs someone to revise their written texts in any of those languages
- Schools that need someone to do online activities with their students
- Online language schools who need a mentor/trainer/coordination assistant

If your case is one of those, please, don't hesitate to contact me.
verified badge
✈️✨ Learn Spanish for your travels! 🌎
7 fun, easy to follow chapters.
Essential phrases for the airport, hotels, restaurants & more...
Perfect for beginners who want to travel with confidence!
🔥 Become a smart traveler and truly connect with local culture!
👉 Register today and start your Spanish adventure!
This course is designed for anyone who wants to
practical and effective way to teach basic skills in the
Want to acquire Spanish. During the lessons, students learn to introduce themselves and meet other people, improve their pronunciation using the
understand the alphabet and basics of Spanish grammar to build simple sentences and ask questions
to formulate.
In addition, we explore everyday situations, such as asking for directions in the city, booking a room in a hotel,
shopping at markets and supermarkets, and managing in restaurants by reading menus, placing orders, and asking for the bill. By the end of the course, participants will have a solid foundation for
to be able to express themselves in Spanish in a variety of everyday situations.
verified badge
Selling is not about pressure or manipulation, it’s about understanding people, building trust, and communicating value clearly.
In this practical workshop, I share real-life sales and customer communication skills based on over 20 years of hands-on customer service experience and 9 years in retail, combined with an academic background in MBA (Strategy) and a PhD in Policy.
This class is designed for people who want practical, usable skills, not theory.

What you will learn:
✨️How to communicate confidently with customers
✨️How to understand customer needs quickly
✨️How to handle objections naturally (without stress or pressure)
✨️How to sell ethically and professionally
✨️How to adapt your communication style to different personalities
✨️Common mistakes that lose sales and how to avoid them

Who this class is for:
Retail and shop staff
Customer service professionals
Freelancers or small business owners
Anyone who wants to improve their communication and selling skills
This session is interactive, realistic, and based on real workplace situations — not scripts or generic sales tricks.
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