Portuguese Language and Culture

Portuguese people are not typically considered Latino. The term "Latino" refers to people from Latin America, which includes countries in Central and South America but not Portugal. Portugal is located in Europe, and its people are considered European.

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The two main types of Portuguese in terms of language learning are Brazilian Portuguese and Peninsular Portuguese. Brazilian Portuguese is spoken in Brazil, which is a former colony of Portugal, and the largest country in South America. About five centuries ago, Brazilian Portuguese originated in the peninsular type of Portuguese that was spoken by the Portuguese colonizers of Brazil. But over time, Brazilian Portuguese has changed, under the influence of indigenous languages, such as those in the Tupi-Guarani subfamily of Amerindian languages; and of immigrant languages, such as those of Africa, Asia, and Europe.

The term 'nada' is a word from the Portuguese and Spanish languages. In English, the translation is 'nothing'. The equivalent in Italian is niente.

Portuguese is spoken as the native, the official and the most widely known language of Portugal. For it's native to the ancient northwestern part of the Iberian Peninsula, whose space is divided between the modern nations of Portugal and Spain. It's the official language, according to the national government. And it's the most widely known, because it's the mother tongue of most Portuguese. From the Iberian Peninsula, its use spread to Africa, Asia, and the Americas by way of the 15th and 16th century Portuguese navigators. In fact, its use became official in the African, Asian and South American colonies, and remained so even with independence in Angola, Brazil, Cape Verde Islands, East Timor, Guinea-Bissau, Macau, Mozambique, and Sao Tome and Principe. And Portuguese is used today in countries that weren't part of the Portuguese colonial empire. For example, there are Portuguese speaking communities in the African countries of Equatorial Guinea, Mauritius, Morocco, Namibia, Senegal, and South Africa. And there are Portuguese speaking communities in the American nations of Aruba, Bermuda, Bonaire, and Curacao in the Caribbean; Canada and the United States of America in the North; and Argentina, Bolivia, French Guiana, Paraguay, Suriname, The Co-operative Republic of Guyana, Uruguay, and Venezuela in the South. And Portuguese also is spoken on the continents of Europe, Australia, and Antarctica. For there's a Brazilian scientific presence on the south polar continent.

The Portuguese language is based on Latin, with influences from other languages like Arabic, Germanic, and Celtic due to historical interactions with different cultures. It has evolved over time and developed its own unique characteristics.

Many English words used everyday are Portuguese in origin. Examples include albatross, albacore, acai, cobra, macaw, yam, dodo, and potato.

You say 'Merry Christmas' in Portuguese as 'Feliz Natal'.

Yes. There are countries where Portuguese is spoken, because of its status as official language. Examples are Angola, Brazil, Cape Verde Islands, East Timor, Guinea-Bissau, Macau, Mozambique, Portugal, and Sao Tome and Principe. There also are countries where Portuguese is spoken, because of compulsory language instruction. Examples are Brazil's neighbors Argentina and Uruguay. And there also are countries where Portuguese is spoken, because of the presence of Portuguese-speaking populations. Examples are Equatorial Africa; Galicia and the areas of Spain bordering Portugal; Mauritius; and Senegal.

Spanish colonial administration tended to be more centralized and authoritarian, with a focus on converting indigenous peoples to Christianity and exploiting resources for the benefit of the Crown. Portuguese colonial administration, on the other hand, was more decentralized and focused on trade and establishing economic partnerships with local elites through the use of encomienda systems. Portuguese colonies also tended to have more mixed-race populations due to greater intermarriage between settlers and indigenous peoples.

A total of nine countries have Portuguese as their official language. These countries are Portugal, Brazil, Mozambique, Angola, Guinea-Bissau, Timor-Leste, Equatorial Guinea, Cape Verde, and São Tomé and Príncipe.

The Tordesillas Line: AD 1493-1500

When Columbus returned to Spain in 1493 with news of the West Indies, Ferdinand and Isabella are determined to protect these valuable discoveries and claim them for Spain rather than the exploring sailors of Portugal. In return for converting the heathen they secure a papal bull from Alexander VI saying that all lands west of a certain line shall belong exclusively to Spain. All those to the east of the line shall belong on the same basis to Portugal. The line is drawn 370 leagues west of the Cape Verde islands, Portugal's most westerly possession and includes Brazil.

The word plain in Portuguese is: "planicie."

Some internationally known Portuguese writers are Fernando Pessoa, José Saramago, and António Lobo Antunes. These authors have gained recognition for their unique literary styles and contributions to world literature.

Portuguese men typically wear modern Western-style clothing, such as jeans, t-shirts, button-up shirts, and suits for formal occasions. Casual attire like shorts and polo shirts are also popular, especially during warmer months. Traditional Portuguese attire, such as the costume of the Ribatejo region or the Viana do Castelo attire, may also be worn on special cultural occasions.

Portugal's presence in Angola lasted almost 500 years. Portugal first established relations with the area in 1483. During the 16th century Portugal gained control through a series of treaties and wars. The Dutch briefly gained control from 1641 to 1648. On October 20, 1951 the area in question became the Overseas Province of Angola [Provincia Ultramarina de Angola]. On November 11, 1975, Angola gained independence and became known as 'A República de Angola' ['Republic of Angola'].

Pauly gives no indication to any Portuguese ancestry so my guess is 'no, he is full-on Italian.

According to the latest data from the National Statistical Institute of Portugal, the average monthly income for a Portuguese household is around €1,501. However, it is important to note that this figure can vary depending on factors such as location, occupation, and family size.

Yes, 'kaka' is a Portuguese name. It is a common nickname for people with the given name 'Carlos,' particularly in Brazil.

Brazil, Mozambique, Angola, Portugal, Guinea-Bissau, East Timor, Macau, Cape Verde, and São Tomé and Príncipe all have Portuguese as an official language without having Spanish as an official language.

The two main enabling factors for Portuguese overseas exploration were advancements in naval technology and the sponsorship and support from the Portuguese monarchy. The Portuguese developed faster and more maneuverable ships like the caravel, which allowed them to travel long distances. Additionally, Prince Henry the Navigator and subsequent kings of Portugal provided financial and logistical support to explorers, encouraging and organizing their expeditions.

Anything, and i know what i'm saying, i'm portuguese. That word seems german.