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Let's talk about Grammar: “Whys/Porquês”!

Let's talk about Grammar: “Whys/Porquês”!

Nosūtīja Juliane OLS Community Manager
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Olá a todos!

How are you? Are you ready to talk about grammar?

let’s talk about grammar

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ℹ️ Before you practice and complete the exercise, I advise you to read this blog post that explains all the mysteries of "Whys/Porquês"!


➡️  Portuguese Grammar: Unravelling the Mysteries of “Whys/Porquês”!  ⬅️ 


The use of "whys/porquês” is a highly debated topic and gathers many uncertainties when learning the Portuguese language, even for native speakers! Therefore, it's crucial to be attentive when writing, as a misplaced accent or the use of incorrect words can completely change the meaning of the sentence.  

Are you ready to practice?

Fill in the blank with the correct option:

Durante o meu programa de Erasmus, decidi conhecer a cultura local ____________ queria experimentar diferentes tradições e costumes.

a) por que

b) por quê

c) porque

d) porquê


Reply to this thread with your choice ;)

See you / Até já,

Juliane, OLS Community Manager – Portuguese


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Re: Let's talk about Grammar: “Whys/Porquês”!

Nosūtīja Juliane OLS Community Manager
Olá olá!

Have you had the opportunity to read the blog post and practice in this thread? Let's see who will be the first to get it right  

See you / Até já,

Juliane, OLS Community Manager – Portuguese
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Re: Let's talk about Grammar: “Whys/Porquês”!

Nosūtīja Juliane OLS Community Manager

Olá Olá, 

Já tiveste oportunidade de tentar responder à pergunta?

Tenho a certeza que vais achar mais fácil do que parece ;)

Responde a esta thread com a tua resposta!

See you / Até já,

Juliane, OLS Community Manager – Portuguese