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    Maria Helena R.

    Portuguese tutor

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    From Portugal

    Portugal

    Coaching in European Portuguese - Focus on Pronunciation and Communication (5+ Years of Experience)

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    Hi there! My name is Maria Helena, and I’m a native Portuguese speaker and a teacher with over 5 years of experience. During this time, I’ve had the honor of helping many students achieve their goals and succeed in their learning journeys. What I love most about teaching is witnessing that "aha" moment when a concept clicks for a student.


    Education is my passion, and I’m deeply committed to making learning engaging and enjoyable for everyone.


    Outside of teaching, I have a few interests and hobbies that enrich my life. I enjoy feeding street dogs, taking walks on the beach with my pets, meeting new people, reading about different cultures, and singing. I believe these experiences enhance my teaching style and help me connect with students on a more personal level.


    With my over 5 years of experience teaching mainly teenagers and adults from various parts of the world in more than 4 languages, I specialize in making the learning of Portuguese clear and enjoyable. My approach focuses on correct pronunciation because clear communication makes all the difference in everyday life.


    Many students start learning through apps like Duolingo, but what’s offered there is Brazilian Portuguese. In my classes, I help you understand and practice the differences for European Portuguese, explaining some typical sounds, unique expressions, and tips to sound natural.


    If you prefer, we can also work on grammar, vocabulary, culture, and conversation, always tailored to your goals. And since I teach in more than four languages, I can adapt my explanations to different ways of thinking and learning.


    If you’re looking to learn European Portuguese in a practical, clear way that focuses on what really matters - speaking and understanding well - I’d be delighted to help.


    Learning Portuguese with me means you’ll have personalized lessons tailored to your needs. I’m here to help you achieve your goals, whether it’s speaking confidently on your travels, enhancing your career opportunities, or simply appreciating the beauty of the language. Together, we’ll make the learning process enjoyable and effective.


    Don’t wait to start this exciting journey - schedule your first trial lesson with me today, and let’s explore the world of Portuguese together!

    I speak

    Portuguese

    Native

    Spanish

    Proficient C2

    German

    Advanced C1

    English

    Advanced C1

    French

    Upper-Intermediate B2

    Lesson rating

    4.8

    Reassurance

    4.5

    Clarity

    4.6

    Progress

    4.7

    Preparation

    Based on 35 anonymous student reviews

    What my students say

    5

    Based on 17 student reviews

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      Morgane

      April 22, 2026

      I am absolutely delighted with my Portuguese lessons! Even though I have only had 4 sessions so far, I already feel like I have made a lot of progress. Maria has a really reassuring and effective way of teaching: she perfectly adapts to my pace, takes the time to explain, and always offers concrete suggestions for continuing to practice between lessons, which I particularly appreciate; it’s her way of making things accessible and lively. Moreover, she gives plenty of advice and tips for successfully communicating in everyday language. And beyond her teaching skills, she is really pleasant: funny, motivating, always positive… Time flies by! Each lesson is a true moment of pleasure and it makes me even more eager to learn. Honestly, I recommend her with my eyes closed.
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      Cristelle

      April 7, 2026

      Only on our second lesson with Maria and we are learning lots already! Maria is very friendly and makes lessons fun 😊
    • Louis

      Louis

      March 28, 2026 (edited)

      She is the perfect teacher. She has a good sense of humor and it is always fun to learn with her.
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      Simon

      March 17, 2026

      Maria Helena is a very open, friendly person and caters very individually to the needs. She is easy to understand and it is easy to engage in conversation with her about all possible topics. She prepares good exercises and designs the lessons very varied. The sessions are always very entertaining. Therefore, I can recommend her as a teacher for any language level.
    • Leonie

      Leonie

      March 6, 2026

      Time flies during lesson! it's always fun. :)
    • Christiane

      Christiane

      March 6, 2026

      She addresses my needs and concerns precisely and makes the lessons correspondingly lively.

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    • 2025 — 2025

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    $21

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