How to Say ‘I'm learning Portuguese’ in Portuguese
Estou a aprender português
💬 Usage Tip: Notice the use of 'a' instead of 'em' to indicate the present continuous, typical in European Portuguese.
🇵🇹 In Portugal: Native speakers appreciate efforts to learn their language and are often happy to help.
Word-by-Word Breakdown
Estou
[Eshtoo]
I am
A phrase indicating an action is currently underway by the speaker.
Estou a estudar para o exame.
I am studying for the exam.
a
[Ah]
to
Indicating the infinitive form of a verb following the verb.
Estamos a preparar o jantar.
We are preparing dinner.
aprender
[Ah-pren-dair]
to learn
Indicating the action of gaining knowledge.
Estou a aprender algo novo.
I am learning something new.
português
[Por-too-geez]
Portuguese
Referring to the language.
Estou a aprender português online.
I am learning Portuguese online.
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