Vocabulary by Topic
European Portuguese word lists organised by topic and level — from everyday essentials to advanced vocabulary.
Greetings & Farewells
Start every conversation the right way.
Daily Life
Numbers 1–100
Count, pay, and tell the time in Portuguese.
Daily Life
Days, Months & Seasons
Talk about dates, plans and the calendar.
Daily Life
Colors & Descriptions
Describe the world around you in Portuguese.
Daily Life
Family Members
Talk about your family in Portuguese.
People & Society
Home & Furniture
Describe your home and its rooms.
Home & City
Food Basics
Name the foods you eat every day.
Food & Drink
Drinks & Café
Order drinks and navigate a Portuguese café.
Food & Drink
Getting Around: Transport
Navigate Portuguese public transport with confidence.
Travel
The Human Body
Name body parts and describe how you feel.
Body & Health
Clothing & Shopping
Shop for clothes and ask for your size.
Daily Life
Weather & Climate
Talk about the weather like a local.
Nature & Environment
Directions & Navigation
Ask for and give directions in Portugal.
Travel
At the Restaurant
Order confidently in a Portuguese restaurant.
Food & Drink
Supermarket & Food Shopping
Shop for food at the supermarket and market.
Daily Life
Health & Doctor Visit
Describe symptoms and visit a doctor in Portugal.
Body & Health
School & Education
Talk about school, subjects and studying.
Work & Study
Work & Office
Talk about your job and workplace.
Work & Study
Hobbies & Free Time
Talk about what you do in your free time.
Daily Life
Animals
Name animals and talk about pets in Portuguese.
Nature & Environment
City & Neighbourhood
Describe your city and neighbourhood.
Home & City
Travel & Airports
Navigate airports and plan trips in Portuguese.
Travel
Hotels & Accommodation
Book and check into accommodation in Portugal.
Travel
Sports & Exercise
Talk about sport and fitness in Portuguese.
Daily Life
Technology & Devices
Talk about technology and devices in Portuguese.
Daily Life
Banking & Money
Handle your finances in Portuguese.
Daily Life
Renting & Housing
Navigate the Portuguese housing market.
Home & City
Relationships & Social Life
Talk about friendships, dating and social life.
People & Society
Feelings & Emotions
Express your feelings and emotions in Portuguese.
People & Society
Nature & Environment
Talk about nature and environmental issues.
Nature & Environment
News & Media
Discuss the news and media in Portuguese.
Culture & Arts
Politics & Society
Discuss politics and government in Portuguese.
People & Society
Economy & Business
Discuss economic and business topics in Portuguese.
Work & Study
Healthcare System & Medicine
Navigate the healthcare system and discuss medical topics.
Body & Health
Law & Justice
Understand the legal system and rights in Portuguese.
People & Society
Science & Research
Discuss scientific topics and research in Portuguese.
Work & Study
Culture & Arts
Talk about art, music and culture in Portuguese.
Culture & Arts
Portuguese Food Culture
Explore the rich vocabulary of Portuguese cuisine.
Food & Drink
History & Heritage
Discuss Portuguese history and national heritage.
Culture & Arts
Immigration & Integration
Navigate immigration and residency vocabulary in Portuguese.
People & Society
Philosophy & Abstract Thought
Engage with philosophical ideas in Portuguese.
Advanced
Literature & Narrative
Discuss literature and narrative techniques in Portuguese.
Culture & Arts
Academic Writing
Write and speak in academic Portuguese.
Work & Study
Diplomacy & International Relations
Discuss international relations and diplomacy in Portuguese.
Advanced
Architecture & Urbanism
Discuss architecture and urban space in Portuguese.
Culture & Arts
Psychology & Behaviour
Discuss psychology and human behaviour in Portuguese.
Advanced
Advanced Economics
Engage with advanced economic vocabulary in Portuguese.
Advanced
Ethics & Morality
Discuss ethics and moral questions in Portuguese.
Advanced
Rhetoric & Argumentation
Master the language of persuasion and debate in Portuguese.
Advanced
Identity & Culture
Explore identity and cultural belonging in Portuguese.
Advanced