Using Portuguese A Guide to Contemporary Usage [Paperback]

For students who have acquired the basics of the language, wishing to expand their knowledge.This guide to Portuguese usage covers both the Brazilian and the European varieties of Portuguese, and differentiates clearly between them. It gives special attention to those areas of vocabulary and grammar which cause most difficulty to English-speakers and also includes a special chapter for students familiar with Spanish, highlighting key similarities and differences between the two languages. Careful consideration is given throughout to questions of style and register, so essential for effective communication. Clear, readable and easy to consult, this is an essential reference for intermediate learners upwards.This guide to Portuguese usage covers both the Brazilian and the European varieties of Portuguese, and differentiates clearly between them. It gives special attention to those areas of vocabulary and grammar which cause most difficulty to English-speakers and also includes a special chapter for students familiar with Spanish, highlighting key similarities and differences between the two languages. Careful consideration is given throughout to questions of style and register, so essential for effective communication. Clear, readable and easy to consult, this is an essential reference for intermediate learners upwards.This guide to Portuguese usage covers the Brazilian and European varieties of Portuguese, and differentiates clearly between them. It pays special attention to those areas of vocabulary and grammar which cause most difficulty to English-speakers and also includes a special chapter for students familiar with Spanish, highlighting similarities and differences between the two languages. Consideration is given throughout to questions of style and register. The text is an essential reference for intermediate as well as more advanced students.1. Introduction; 2. Written expression; 3. Vocabulary; 4. Nouns and adjectives; 5. Verbs; 6. Reported speech; 7. Pronl£(