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Is Portuguese also spoken in Argentina and Chile?

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While there may be some Portuguese speakers in both countries, the primary language spoken in Argentina and Chile is Spanish.

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How do I pronounce Dilma?

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It sounds like like "diuu-mah" because in Portuguese you pronounce the 'L' like a 'U' sometimes.

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How do I pronounce Virgilio?

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You would pronounce it Veer-jee-lee-o.

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How do I pronounce the names Lucia, Jacinta, and Francisco?

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Lúcia (with accent): Loo-se-ah (emphasis on the "u"); Lucia (no accent): Loo-see-ah (emphasis on the "i"). Many people still pronounce this name as if it had the accent (emphasis on the "u"); it is specific to the person. Jacinta: Jah-seent-ah (emphasis on the "i"). The "J" is not exactly like an English "J". To do it well, you may need to look up videos of how to pronounce a Portuguese "j". Francisco: Frahn-sees-cu (emphasis on the "i") The "o" makes a soft "u" sound. If you say it fast, the vowel is almost silent. It is dissimilar from the Spanish way of ending a word with "o". Look up some videos for how to pronounce the "o" at the end of Portuguese words as well. Boa sorte!

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How do I pronounce "faith" in Portuguese?

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It's pronounced "fé". You can use Google Translate (English to Portuguese), and click on the speaker in the top right corner, to hear it.

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What is the name of the pronunciation symbol placed under a "c" that causes it to be pronounced as an "s"?

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Ç. They call it "cê-cedilha" when speaking about the "c" together with the symbol. But, formally they call it "cedilha".

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How do I pronounce "Gomes"?

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Go-meez (emphasis on the "o"). It ryhmes with "goat cheese" in English. The last syllable is said quickly.

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How do I pronounce "galinha" in Portuguese?

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Gah-leen-nha, with emphasis on the "i" sound. The "i" should sound like it does in the English word "thing".

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How is "Jose" pronounced?

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The Mexican/Spanish name "Jose" is pronounced "Hosay", with a long "O" and "A".

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How do I pronounce "month" in Portuguese?

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In Portuguese, "month" is "mes." The pronunciation depends on what follows the word. It could be said as either "mays" or "mayz."

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