Chapter in 30 Seconds
Master the art of asking questions and providing reasons to deepen your Portuguese conversations.
- Identify the correct use of 'Quem' with prepositions.
- Apply 'Como' to ask about names and methods.
- Distinguish between 'Por que' for questions and 'Porque' for explanations.
배울 내용
Hey friend! Ready to take an exciting leap in your Portuguese learning journey? This chapter is exactly what you need to become more confident in everyday conversations.
Here, you'll learn how to ask key questions confidently and, more importantly, how to explain the reasons behind your statements. First, you'll get comfortable with Who? (Quem). You won't worry anymore about asking who someone is or who did something. You’ll even master placing prepositions like with (com) or from (de) correctly right before it.
Next, we'll dive into How? (Como). Imagine you want to ask someone's name or understand how something works – Como is perfect for that! Like when you spot a delicious dish in Brazil and want to know how it’s made!
And most importantly, you’re about to unlock the magic of Why? (Por que) and Because (Porque). I know it might seem a little tricky at first, as they look similar, but don’t worry! In this lesson, you'll clearly see that Por que (two separate words) is for *asking* why, and Porque (one combined word) is for *explaining* the reason! It’s like someone asks you,
Why are you learning Portuguese?and you proudly reply,
Because I love it so much!By finishing this chapter, you’ll be able to connect with people much more easily, understand them better, and express yourself clearly. You can ask a waiter in a cafe,
Whose coffee is this?or ask a new friend,
How do they play this game?And you’ll even be able to provide reasons for your choices. No more just pointing or guessing; you'll be able to speak and discover new worlds! Isn't that exciting? Let’s go!
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질문: 누구? (Quem)사람을 물어볼 땐
Quem을 쓰고, 전치사de나com은 꼭 그 앞에 붙여주세요. -
포르투갈어 질문: COMO? (어떻게, 이름 & 묘사)Como는 방법, 상태, 묘사를 묻거나 이름을 물을 때 사용해요.
Como는 '어떻게', '…처럼', '이름'을 물을 때 써요. -
포르투갈어로 '왜' 묻기 (Por que)질문할 때는 무조건 띄어쓰기!
Por que하나면 모든 질문이 가능해요. -
포르투갈어로 '왜냐하면' 말하기 (Porque 대 Por que)이유를 설명할 때는 하나로 붙인
porque, 궁금해서 물어볼 때는 띄어 쓴por que를 사용하세요!
Learning Objectives
By the end of this chapter, you will be able to:
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By the end you will be able to: Ask 'who' someone is and who they are with using correct preposition placement.
챕터 가이드
Overview
How This Grammar Works
With whom?, you'd say Com quem? or for Whose? (literally From whom?), it becomes De quem?.How? and is used to ask about methods, manners, or even someone's name or well-being. It’s perfect for understanding processes or getting to know someone.Why? and Because in Portuguese: Por que and Porque. This is a common point of confusion for A1 Portuguese learners, but it's simpler than it looks! Use Por que (two separate words) when you are *asking* Why?.Because.Common Mistakes
- 1✗ Wrong: Porque você gosta de café?
Why?) with Porque (one word for answering Because). Remember, if it's a question, use Por que.- 1✗ Wrong: Quem você mora?
Who? in Portuguese, you often need to include a preposition (like com for with, para for for, de for from/of) before Quem, depending on the verb's requirement.- 1✗ Wrong: Qual é seu nome?
Qual é seu nome? (What is your name?) is grammatically correct and understood, Como você se chama? (How do you call yourself?) is the more natural and commonly used way to ask someone's name in Brazilian Portuguese.Real Conversations
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Quick FAQ
What's the main difference between Por que and Porque in Portuguese grammar?
Por que (two words) is used for asking Why? in questions. Porque (one word) is used for answering Because to provide a reason.
How do I ask Whose is this? in Portuguese?
You would ask De quem é isto? or De quem é isso? (Whose is this/that?).
Can I use Como to ask about someone's well-being?
Yes, absolutely! Como você está? (How are you?) is a very common way to ask about someone's well-being.
Are there other forms of why/because in Portuguese besides Por que and Porque?
Yes, there are also Por quê (used at the end of a sentence or before punctuation) and Porquê (a noun meaning the reason/motive), but for A1 Portuguese, focusing on Por que for questions and Porque for answers is the most crucial distinction.
Cultural Context
What is your name?as it feels a bit softer and more polite. When asking
Why?, Brazilians tend to be quite direct with Por que, and they appreciate clear answers using Porque.주요 예문 (6)
Eu estudo português **porque** quero morar no Brasil.
브라질에 살고 싶어서 포르투갈어를 공부해요.
포르투갈어로 '왜냐하면' 말하기 (Porque 대 Por que)Ela não foi à festa **porque** estava doente.
그녀는 아파서 파티에 가지 않았어요.
포르투갈어로 '왜냐하면' 말하기 (Porque 대 Por que)팁과 요령 (4)
전치사 껌딱지
Com quem você está falando?
비교할 때 '…처럼'
Forte como um touro(황소처럼 강한).
바꿔넣기 테스트
Por que você saiu?
문자 메시지 줄임말
Não vou pq estou cansado.
핵심 어휘 (6)
Real-World Preview
Meeting a New Friend
Review Summary
- Preposition + Quem + Verb
- Como + Verb
- Por que + Verb
- Porque + Clause
자주 하는 실수
You used the question format for an answer. Remember: one word for reasons.
Prepositions must come before 'Quem'.
While 'Como' is 'how', for names we often use 'Qual'.
이 챕터의 규칙 (4)
Next Steps
You have done an amazing job! Keep practicing these questions and you will be chatting like a local in no time.
Write 5 questions for a friend
빠른 연습 (10)
Select the correct phrase for 'What is your name?'
frontend.learn_grammar.from_rule: 포르투갈어 질문: COMO? (어떻게, 이름 & 묘사)
___ você está estudando agora?
frontend.learn_grammar.from_rule: 포르투갈어로 '왜' 묻기 (Por que)
어떤 질문이 맞을까요?
frontend.learn_grammar.from_rule: 포르투갈어로 '왜' 묻기 (Por que)
Quem você vai sair com?
frontend.learn_grammar.from_rule: 질문: 누구? (Quem)
Find and fix the mistake:
Ela chorou por que estava triste.
frontend.learn_grammar.from_rule: 포르투갈어로 '왜냐하면' 말하기 (Porque 대 Por que)
___ é o seu professor?
frontend.learn_grammar.from_rule: 질문: 누구? (Quem)
Find and fix the mistake:
Eu não entendo porque ele não liga.
frontend.learn_grammar.from_rule: 포르투갈어로 '왜' 묻기 (Por que)
O que é a tua namorada? (Trying to ask 'What is she like?')
frontend.learn_grammar.from_rule: 포르투갈어 질문: COMO? (어떻게, 이름 & 묘사)
올바른 포르투갈어 문장을 선택하세요:
frontend.learn_grammar.from_rule: 질문: 누구? (Quem)
Select the sentence that uses 'porque' correctly.
frontend.learn_grammar.from_rule: 포르투갈어로 '왜냐하면' 말하기 (Porque 대 Por que)
Score: /10
자주 묻는 질문 (6)
Quem만 쓰면 돼요.Com quem você está falando?처럼 앞에 써야 해요.
porque를 씁니다.