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How to Say ‘I'm learning Portuguese’ in Portuguese

Estou a aprender português

Eshtoo Ah Ah-pren-dair Por-too-geez

[Eshtoo Ah Ah-pren-dair Por-too-geez]

💬 Usage Tip: In Portugal, "I am learning" is usually estou a aprender, not the Brazilian-style estou aprendendo. You can reuse this with other verbs: estou a estudar, estou a tentar.

Phrase Breakdown

Estou

[Eshtoo]

I am

A phrase indicating an action is currently underway by the speaker.

Example

Estou a estudar para o exame.

I am studying for the exam.

[Ah]

Indicating the infinitive form of a verb following the verb.

Example

Estamos a preparar o jantar.

We are preparing dinner.

aprender

[Ah-pren-dair]

to learn

Indicating the action of gaining knowledge.

Example

Estou a aprender algo novo.

I am learning something new.

português

[Por-too-geez]

Portuguese

Referring to the language.

Example

Estou a aprender português online.

I am learning Portuguese online.

Guides for Portuguese learners

The Portuguese You Actually Need in Your First Month in PortugalThe European Portuguese phrases for your first weeks in Portugal: paperwork, renting a flat, the bank, the health centre, cafés, trains and your new neighbours.

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