Portuguese originated in Portugal, but it has become one of the most widely spoken languages in the world. Overall, Portuguese is the sixth most spoken language worldwide. Millions of people are fluent in a variety of different forms and dialects of Portuguese. If you're interested in learning one of the European Union's official languages, preparing for a trip to Portugal, or simply interested in adding another language to your arsenal, then Level 1 Portuguese is the perfect course for you. This course focuses on giving you a slow and sustainable start to learning this Romance language. Since Portuguese uses the Latin alphabet and is heavily connected to the other Romance languages, it's one of the easiest to learn for speakers with English, French, Spanish, or Italian backgrounds. The goal of Level 1 is to leave you with a wide basis of vocabulary, an ability to converse freely in Portuguese, and a beginner's knowledge of Portuguese grammar, sentence structure, and syntax. Upon completion of this course, you will be able to have conversations in Portuguese and will have a strong foundation to continue learning the language and new vocabulary.