A1
Grammar
Conjugate regular verbs in the present tense across -ar, -er, and -ir groups.
Use subject pronouns ("eu," "tu," "ele," "ela") correctly to refer to the subject of the verb.
Construct simple sentences with proper word order and verb-subject agreement.
Use "o," "a," "um," "uma" appropriately with nouns.
Form negative sentences using "não" before the verb for simple negation.
Conjugate regular verbs according to their endings for -ar, -er, and -ir groups.
Understand basic pluralization rules for nouns and adjectives.
Use "em," "sobre," "debaixo," and "perto" correctly to describe locations.
Vocabulary
Count numbers from zero to a hundred for practical purposes like counting or making purchases.
Use days of the week to plan activities and discuss schedules.
Name basic colors in Portuguese and use them to describe objects.
Discuss family members using terms like "pai," "mãe," and "irmão."
Use food vocabulary on menus, grocery lists, and while dining.
Use basic phrases for common interactions like greetings and introductions.
Key Words
Use "ser" for descriptions, identities, and permanent characteristics.
Use "estar" for temporary states, locations, or ongoing actions.
Use "ter" to express possession or necessity.
Use "ir" to describe movement or future intentions.
Use "fazer" for activities and physical creation or making things.
Use "querer" to express desires or intentions.
Use "poder" to express ability or permission.
Use "ver" for physical sight or perception.
A2
Grammar
Form the past tense for completed actions using "ter" + past participle.
Use "ir" + infinitive to talk about immediate future actions.
Form commands, focusing on "tu" in informal settings.
Use reflexive verbs with appropriate pronouns for actions done to oneself.
Place "o," "a," "lhe," "nos" properly in sentences for clarity.
Describe ongoing actions using "estar" + gerund (-ando, -endo, -indo).
Vocabulary
Discuss hobbies and interests with terms like "jogar," "ler," and "viajar."
Identify and talk about occupations like "médico," "professor," and "engenheiro."
Use vocabulary for navigation and travel like "aeroporto," "ônibus," "rua."
Use descriptive adjectives like "alto," "velho," "bonito" with agreement.
Name common household items like "sofá," "mesa," and "cadeira."
Key Words
Use "saber" for knowledge of facts or skills.
Use "dever" to express obligations or necessity.
Use "chegar" in contexts of arrival.
Use "dar" to express giving or transferring something.
B1
Grammar
Use the imperfect tense to describe ongoing or repeated past actions.
Use the conditional tense for hypotheticals or polite requests.
Use the subjunctive for wishes, doubts, or hypothetical situations with verbs like "querer."
Learn to use conjunctions like "embora," "porque," "se" for linking ideas.
Use "que," "quem," and "cujos" to construct complex sentences with clarity.
Vocabulary
Use adjectives for emotions or characters like "triste," "feliz" with gender agreement.
Discuss cooking with vocabulary for ingredients and actions like "ferver," "assar."
Use terms like "médico," "hospital," "remédio" to talk about health.
Use common verb phrases to enhance conversational fluency.
Key Words
Use "voltar" to refer to returning or coming back.
Use "sentir" to describe emotions or physical feelings.
Use "ler" for discussing reading activities.
Use "tornar-se" to discuss becoming or transforming.
B2
Grammar
Use the past perfect for actions completed before other past actions.
Form the passive voice to focus on the action rather than the subject.
Use the future tense to discuss future plans or predictions.
Use the conditional perfect to express regret or hypothetical past outcomes.
Use indirect speech with structural shifts for reported conversations.
Vocabulary
Use specific terms to discuss job roles, tasks, and business concepts.
Use terms related to technology like "computador," "celular," "aplicativo."
Discuss travel and environmental concerns with precision in vocabulary.
Key Words
Use "trabalhar" to discuss work-related activities or environments.
Use "conduzir" for driving or leading activities or events.
Use "escrever" for writing tasks or descriptions.
Use "assistir" when discussing watching television or attending events.
C1
Grammar
Use the subjunctive for complex or nuanced hypothetical and conditional sentences.
Master question structures with inversion for formal communication.
Vocabulary
Use idiomatic expressions for advanced conversation and understanding cultural nuances.
Navigate discussions on politics or news with ease using appropriate vocabulary.
Use advanced adjectives to describe complex personalities or traits.
Key Words
Use "construir" when talking about building or construction related topics.