Learn Brazilian Portuguese with experienced teachers.
Private, group or in-company lessons, online or in person in São Paulo — for expats, professionals and anyone who wants to live, work or travel in Brazil.
Make the most of your life in Brazil
Speaking Portuguese changes how you live, work and connect with people in Brazil.
Everyday life
Handle shopping, doctors, landlords and paperwork with confidence.
Work
Lead meetings and build relationships with Brazilian colleagues and clients.
Real connections
Make friends and enjoy Brazilian culture beyond the expat bubble.
Travel
Explore Brazil and Portugal more freely, without relying on translation apps.
A format for every goal
Private, group or in-company — online or in person.
Private lessons
A plan built around your goals, schedule and current level.
Group lessons
Learn alongside other students at the same level and practise conversation.
In company
Portuguese lessons for expat teams, at your company or online.
Portuguese teachers
Teachers with degrees from top Brazilian universities and experience teaching foreign students.
Larissa
Graduated in Portuguese and French from the University of São Paulo (USP), with a period at Sorbonne Paris Nord. She also works in translation and proofreading.
Ana
8 years of experience teaching teenagers and adults. Graduated in Portuguese and English from USP, she also works in translation and proofreading.
Angélica
Degree in Translation and Interpreting, with a postgraduate degree in English. She has worked for decades in teaching, translation and proofreading.
Carolina
Graduated in Languages (USP and Estácio) and Education. Postgraduate student in Bilingual Education, Neuropsychopedagogy and ABA, focused on online teaching.
Flávia
Graduated from USP in Portuguese, Japanese and English, and CELTA-certified by Cambridge. Teaching children, teenagers and adults since 2019.
Rafaela Beillo
Teaches Portuguese to foreigners and English to all ages. A psychology student, she brings psychological methods into interactive, dynamic lessons.
Student reviews
“A Ana é uma professora incrível, com uma metodologia que traz o inglês para os dias atuais. Voltei a ter aulas individuais com foco em speaking e percebi muita evolução, conseguindo me comunicar com minha equipe internacional. É a melhor professora de inglês que já tive.”
“Muito boa a aula com a Teacher Ana, sempre muito dedicada e atenciosa, com excelente conhecimento da língua inglesa.”
“Comecei há pouco tempo as aulas de inglês na Mongaba Idiomas e já estou muito satisfeito com os resultados. Optei pelo formato online pela flexibilidade de horários — foi uma das melhores decisões que tomei. Como trabalho na área de marketing, buscava inglês para negócios, e o conteúdo foi exatamente o que eu precisava: vocabulário técnico, apresentações, reuniões e negociações.”
Reviews written by our students in Portuguese.
Frequently asked questions
Do the teachers speak English?
Yes. Our Portuguese teachers also teach English, so they can explain in English when you need it.
Can I start from zero?
Absolutely. Lessons go from beginner to advanced, at your pace.
Are lessons online or in person?
Both. You can study online from anywhere or in person at our classroom in Vila Mariana, São Paulo.
How do I book a trial lesson?
Send us a WhatsApp message at +55 11 97619-9206 and we'll find the right teacher and schedule for you.
Other courses at Mongaba
Mongaba also teaches other languages (pages in Portuguese).
Partner companies
Get in touch
Message us on WhatsApp to ask questions, book a trial lesson or find the format that suits you best.
Vila Mariana, São Paulo - SP
04126-000