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Portuguese Language and Culture
Portuguese is the main, official language of the Portuguese Republic and of its far flung, former colonies in Africa, Latin America, and Asia. It is both distinct from and similar to the continental Spanish of neighboring Spain. Questions typically refer to the language's poetic achievements in literature; pivotal roles in colonial exploration and European technology; and particular interactions with regional languages and dialects.
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The name Ronaldo is not at all a common portuguese name. His mother named him Ronaldo in honour of US president Ronald Reagan.
How much did a Portuguese caravel cost?
The cost of a Portuguese caravel during the Age of Exploration varied depending on factors like size, materials, and equipment. Generally, a small caravel could cost around 200 to 300 ducats, while larger or more advanced models might exceed 1,000 ducats. This price reflects not only the ship's construction but also the necessary supplies and crew for long voyages.
Are aventuros real Portuguese soldiers?
No, "aventuros" are not real Portuguese soldiers. The term "aventuro" is not recognized as a military rank or position within the Portuguese armed forces. It is not a common term used in official military contexts.
What South American country speaks Portuguese not Spanish?
Brazil is the only country in South America where Portuguese is the official language.
What is ''bon voyage'' in Portuguese?
"Bon voyage" is... French, to "good voyage" or "good travel". In Portuguese: "Boa Viagem".
Curtailment is optimizing steel w.r.t changes in Bending moment over a section
Where are Portuguese people from?
Portuguese people are from Portugal, a country located on the Iberian Peninsula in southwestern Europe.
What was the effect of the Portuguese voyages?
The Portuguese voyages had a significant impact on world history. They opened up new trade routes, particularly to Asia, and helped establish Portuguese dominance in the Indian Ocean and parts of Africa, leading to the establishment of a global Portuguese empire. These voyages also played a key role in the Age of Exploration and inspired other European powers to undertake their own voyages of discovery. The voyages also brought about cultural and technological exchanges between Europe and other parts of the world.
Melanie is not a Portuguese name; it is of Greek origin.
"N'cre" stands for : I want... it's a creole word, not portuguese.
Vos deux meilleurs amis d'enfance?
"vos deux meilleurs amis d'enfance" means 'your two best childhood friends' in French.
No, Bom dia is not Italian. The masculine singular phrase is the Portuguese equivalent of "Good day!" and the Italian equivalent of Buon giorno! The respective pronunciations will be "bo DJEE-uh" in Portuguese and "bwon DJOR-no" in Italian.
Portuguese title of respect prefixed to a woman's given name?
Senhora Maria Oliveira
or its shortcut
Sra. Maria Oliveira
This is valid for married women, or mature women.
If the woman is single, use instead:
Senhorita Maria Oliveira
or its shortcut
Srta. Maria Oliveira
Why is Portugese spoken in Brazil?
Most Brazilians speak Portuguese because conquerors from Portugal invaded Brazilian territory, making it then a colony of theirs; from the year 1500 to 1822 (Brazil's independence, proclaimed by a Portuguese prince though, who became an emperor just in the sequence, due to monarchist rules) the "new American country" kept under Portuguese rule (or heel...); many native folks had been murdered and African taken as slaves as well, but others, while surviving, were yet admixed with whites (Portuguese or their descendants - the latter, yet born in Brazil), so the language was yet in full usage (even mixed with local "Indians'" and blacks' languages and dialects); that is why and how Portuguese still is the official and almost "universal" language in Brazil.
Which best describes early Portuguese explorations?
Early Portuguese explorations were primarily driven by the desire to find new trade routes to Asia and spread Christianity. They established trading posts along the coast of Africa and expanded their influence in the Indian Ocean through explorers like Vasco da Gama. The Portuguese were the first Europeans to reach India by sea in 1498.
a portuguese term that really means to fart very loud or hard. P.S it can burn or have a bad stench and can make you die of stench
Are Portuguese men considered black?
Ethnic Portuguese men are White (European).
Portugal is a European country, located in Southwestern-Western most part of Europe.
The population itself is predominantly White.
However there is a diaspora of ethnic minorities.
91.0% - White
5.8% - Others(Former colonies, such as Brazilians, Cape Verdeans,etc.)
2.0% - Black
1.2% - Asians
