Why Prepositions Are So Tricky 🧐

Using prepositions in another language is challenging because literal translations often don’t work. I face this difficulty myself when speaking English.

For example, in English, we say “I’m worried about you”, while in Portuguese, we say “Estou preocupada com você”. We use different prepositions.

And there’s more!

Sometimes we need to use a preposition in English but not in Portuguese, and vice versa.

And then there are cases where the verb following the preposition is in a different tense.

Is This Course Right for You?

Using the wrong preposition usually doesn’t stop communication; the other person still understands what you mean. If you’re okay saying things in Portuguese like “I’m worried with you” or “You can count with me”, then this course isn’t for you.

This course is right for you if you want to:

✅ Improve your Portuguese by correcting grammar mistakes

✅ Communicate accurately and naturally in various situations

✅ Receive fewer corrections from friends and family

What’s Inside

The star of this offer is the Bootcamp de Verbos e Preposições em Português, your key to learning essential verb-preposition combinations in real-world contexts.

But that’s not all!

As a bonus, you’ll also receive three additional resources to support and enhance your learning experience:

✅ Articles in Portuguese: Get a solid foundation for using article-preposition contractions, an essential skill for smoother communication.

Coming in September: A focused lesson on the verb “Gostar” and the preposition “de”, so you never second-guess this common combination again.

Coming in September: Por and Para Bootcamp, to help you confidently navigate these tricky prepositions.

Get 4 Courses for the Price of 1!

Enroll in the Bootcamp de Verbos e Preposições and get three bonus minicourses, including published and upcoming releases, all for the price of the Bootcamp!

Get started now. One-time payment, lifetime access.

Bootcamp de Verbos e Preposições Highlights

  • 25 Verbs

    20 verbs commonly paired with different prepositions in Portuguese and English, and 5 verbs that don’t use prepositions in Portuguese but often cause confusion for English speakers.

  • Story-Based

    This story-based, hands-on course is designed around the story of Anna, a foreigner preparing for her first trip to Brazil, with practice exercises in every chapter to reinforce your learning and help you internalize the material.

  • All in Portuguese

    The Bootcamp de Verbos e Preposições and two of the bonus minicourses are all in Portuguese and include an audio version of the story so you can practice your listening comprehension.

All our students also get

  • Lifetime access to the curriculum, including future updates

  • A certificate of completion

  • Access to our private student community

Meet your professora

Luciana Lage

If we haven’t met yet, I’m Luciana, and I’ve been teaching Brazilian Portuguese for over a decade. I’ve had the pleasure of teaching at places like UC Berkeley and the University of San Francisco. My real passion is using language to help people connect and build relationships. Language is at the heart of every conversation and the soul of cultural exchange. I’m dedicated to teaching authentic Portuguese that is both correct and natural, bridging gaps and bringing people closer together.

Nail those tricky prepositions 😎

FAQ

  • What level of Portuguese proficiency is required to benefit from this course?

    This course is designed for intermediate speakers. The short story is in Portuguese, and so are the videos and text that explain the right verb-preposition combination in Portuguese and show you the common mistakes to avoid. The practice exercises are also in Portuguese. If you can engage in everyday conversations in Portuguese (B1 to B2 level), you will benefit greatly from this course. If not, it might be better suited for you later in your journey.

  • How much time will I need to dedicate to this course?

    This is a short, story-based, hands-on course. If you wish, you can finish all six modules in one day but I advise against that. Each lesson introduces a number of verb-preposition combinations. I encourage you to spend a few days practicing those and solidifying your knowledge before you move on to the next lessons to learn new combinations.

  • Will I get personal attention in this course?

    Absolutely! The course includes access to a dedicated community space on the course platform, where you can ask questions about the course content or Portuguese in general. I personally respond to all questions, ensuring you get the support you need.

  • How long do I keep access to the course?

    You have lifetime access to the course curriculum and student community as long as the program is active. The course is self-paced, so you can learn whenever it suits you and you can come back to review the content anytime you want to. No rush, no fuss—just effective learning on your terms.

  • Can I access the course on mobile devices?

    Yes, you can access the course on mobile devices. The course is mobile-friendly, so you can view the video lessons, access course materials, and take the quizzes directly through your mobile browser or using the Thinkific app.