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In Course: Brazilian Portuguese A2

Purpose and Concession

Learn to express purpose and concession in Brazilian Portuguese using para, a fim de, and apesar de with infinitives and noun phrases.

A determined individual runs along a vast, sun-drenched Brazilian beach, their silhouette prominent against the dramatic backdrop of dark, clearing storm clouds and crashing ocean waves. The scene captures a powerful sense of purpose and resilience despite challenging natural elements, composed for a wide, horizontal frame.
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29 Cards
Lesson#1
In this deck, you will learn to express purpose and contrast in Brazilian Portuguese using simple connectors and infinitives. You will practise using 'para' and 'a fim de' to explain your goals, and 'apesar de' to talk about obstacles, all without needing complex subjunctive verb forms.
Lesson#2
To express the purpose of an action in everyday speech, use the preposition 'para' followed by a verb in the infinitive. This corresponds to 'to' or 'in order to' in English. For example, 'Economizo dinheiro para viajar' means 'I save money in order to travel'.
Quiz#3
Translate into Portuguese: 'I save money in order to travel.'

Economizo dinheiro para viajar

Quiz#4
Translate into Portuguese: 'I called to book an appointment.'

Liguei para marcar uma consulta

Quiz#5
Translate into Portuguese: 'I went downtown to buy medicine.'

Fui ao centro para comprar remédios

Quiz#6
Translate into Portuguese: 'She studies to get a better job.'

Ela estuda para conseguir um emprego melhor

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