The Portuguese language is so rich and beautiful! And there are many ways to help you improve or learn it from scratch.
If you have contact with a native speaker, it gets much easier to develop a habit of practicing your Portuguese, but if this is not your case right now, try one of the tips below:

1- Look for a good tutor
Learning from a native speaker is the best option because you can really understand the differences in pronunciation, learn slangs and the colloquial way of speaking. A teacher will guide you and work with you according to your level.

2- Download a Portuguese learning app
Language learning apps are now guaranteed shortcuts to speak Portuguese. You can start learning new vocabulary and grammar little by little.
Language apps put your brain on autopilot while you simply enjoy your trip to Portuguese fluency. Some apps you can try are Duolingo, Babbel, Pimsleur, Rosetta Stone.

3- Stickies Everywhere
Vocabulary is one of the pillars of language learning and especially significant for beginners.
Once you are familiar with the basic structures of your target language, you’ll want to start saying and understanding more words!
Sticky notes were made to serve as reminders, so we shall use them for that!
Write down words of things around the house. It will help you a lot!

4- Write, Look, Cover, Repeat (WLCR)
Take a pad, draw a vertical line in the middle and write the word on one side in your native/ source language and on the other side in your target language. Memorize the list, then cover one side and tick off all that you remember. Then repeat.
Supercharging your WLCR:
*Satisfy your learning style through the version write, mumble, cover, repeat – speaking out each target language word every time. Or record them all and listen back to the vocabulary list a few times.
*Color code your list, for example to highlight different genders or word types.

5- Flashcards
Flashcards are great for learners who work very well with visual clues. You can either make sets combining an image with a word in the target language, or just write the words or sentences in source and target language. Just make sure you have satisfied both repetition and context.

6- Train your ears with TV series, movies, music or short videos in Portuguese
There are many good movies and series you can watch to start getting to know the language. Netflix and Globoplay are good choices.
Globo is a Brazilian TV network with many soap operas, series, news and a variety of good shows to watch online.

7- Choose some Brazilian artists and celebrities to follow on social media
If you like social media, you should choose some artists to follow so you can catch up with what is going on.

8- Talk to yourself in Portuguese
If you can’t find any online friends to help you practice your Portuguese, you can even talk to yourself. Not by yourself, but to yourself. As crazy as that sounds, expressing your thoughts in Portuguese can help you master the language faster. If you prove to be persevering, you’ll soon discover that you will be able to form a line of thought directly into the Portuguese language.

Bonus tip: Stay positive and book your trip to Brazil

Many people think that traveling requires a lot of money but that’s not true. If you plan ahead, you may be able to find affordable deals. The key is to keep your eyes on the offers.
Brazil is a beautiful country with incredible places to visit. Buy your ticket, pack and go!
Are you ready to become fluent in Portuguese?
Boa sorte!