Great article on Bilingualism. Excerpt below, “Speaking multiple languages may be an advantage in more ways than one: a new study suggests that bilinguals are speedier task-switchers than monolinguals.” Read More…
USEFUL WORDS IN BRAZIL Good morning – “Bom dia” Good afternoon – “Boa tarde” Good night – “Boa noite” What’s your name? – “Como é o seu nome?” My name is Paulo – “Meu nome é Paulo” My name is Dilce, nice to meet you. – “Meu nome é Dilce, muito prazer” Nice to meet […]
THE LANGUAGE BARRIER 1. If you know a little bit of Portuguese use it. It will go a long way in cementing the business relationship. Speak it. It is a sign of respect, a demonstration that you are interested in at least trying. They really appreciate the fact that you are willing to appear less […]
Business Etiquette in Brazil 1. It is extremely impolite to get right down to business. 2. Proper greetings and sufficient time spent on small talk sets up the right atmosphere. 3. The use of language is critical (The formal Senhor and the informal Voce). Getting a feel for being friendly and familiar without being pushy […]
RELATIONSHIPS 1. The most important objective for a person doing business in Brazil is to build relationships, and above all, relationships with the right people. It is frequently more important who you know than what you know. 2. Brazilians favor relationships over money. (“It is more important to have friends than money”), Brazilians are taught […]
Great article: What’s the secret to learning a second language? http://www.salon.com/2012/10/27/whats_the_secret_to_learning_a_second_lanuage/
Why is Spanish sometimes referred to as Castilian or castellano? An answer to that question requires a brief look at how the Spanish language developed to its current form. What we know as Spanish is primarily a derivative of Latin, which arrived on the Iberian Peninsula (the peninsula […]
Be Bilingual, Inc., a Houston language school is looking for part time French, English and Spanish teachers. All applicants must meet the following qualifications: Be a native speaker, (only native speakers may apply). Must have a bachelor’s degree. Have at least one year of experience teaching conversational language to adults. Location: Galleria Area Please email […]