Beginners
Start from zero with confidence. Build pronunciation, essentials and your first real conversations.
Personalized 1-on-1 Brazilian Portuguese lessons with a native Brazilian teacher — designed for adults who want to speak naturally, hold real conversations, and understand the language beyond textbooks.

Olá, I'm Thomas
Native teacher · Based in Brazil
I've helped adults from more than a dozen countries learn and speak Brazilian Portuguese — with clarity, warmth and a plan that fits their life.
Authentic pronunciation, natural intonation and real cultural context — from day one.
Clear explanations in English whenever grammar or nuance feels tricky.
Every session is designed around your goals, level and interests.
Speak Portuguese from your very first class — less translating, more talking.
Learn from anywhere in the world on Zoom, with materials shared digitally.
Book lessons that fit your week, across most time zones in the Americas and Europe.
A quick introduction so you can get to know me, see how I teach, and decide if my lessons are right for you.
Watch the video to get to know my teaching style. If it feels like a good fit, I'd love to help you reach your Portuguese goals.
Lessons are woven together across these areas — always adapted to your level and goals.
Whether you're starting from zero or already speak Portuguese, your lessons are adapted to your level, goals and pace.
Start from zero with confidence. Build pronunciation, essentials and your first real conversations.
Move past textbook Portuguese. Speak naturally, understand native speed and expand your vocabulary.
Refine your fluency, master nuance, and sound like someone who truly lives the language.
Tell me about your goals and current level in a quick chat on WhatsApp.
We pick a time that fits your week and I prepare a plan tailored to you.
50 minutes of focused, conversation-driven Portuguese — with materials you keep.
Consistent practice, real feedback, and a method built around how you learn best.
Choose the pace that fits your life. Message me on WhatsApp and I'll share pricing and availability for your time zone.
Perfect for steady, weekly progress.
4 lessons per month
For faster progress and full immersion.
8 lessons per month
Contact me on WhatsApp for pricing and availability.
Real feedback from verified students, across the US, Canada, Europe and beyond.

Scott
June 15, 2026
He is always entertaining and adjusts the lessons to reinforce what I am learning.

Julia
April 27, 2026
Thomas is the best tutor ever! He's very fun and engaging — I look forward to every class. He also tailors very well to your specific needs and level. He gives you homework (if you want) to help reinforce concepts and prepare you for the next class to truly maximize your learning. Has a very well structured learning plan, is extremely good at helping with pronunciation and helps you speak with more confidence. Could not recommend him more!
Arday
April 21, 2026
Very helpful and patient. Well organized class.
Heloise
April 6, 2026
I live in Brazil and I need to speak Portuguese at work. I'm enjoying my lessons with Thomas. He has his own teaching method, better than the books, that makes learning easier. The class is well organized and easy to follow. He explains things very clearly, is highly didactic, and makes even the most difficult grammar concepts easy to understand. I highly recommend him!

Jan
March 3, 2026
The lessons with Thomas are always lively — he follows a clear didactic concept so that I feel like I am gradually being introduced to the language with each unit. The homework is also really useful for reinforcing what was learned. He is very pleasant personally, which is very important to me, and motivates me to stay engaged in learning. Muito obrigado!
Mark
January 21, 2026
He prepared very well and it really helped my learning! He is a great teacher who truly listens and adapts to my level.
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