Learning Left and Right in Portuguese—With Lisbon’s Landmarks
Learning left and right in Portuguese helps kids give directions, follow instructions, and move through the world with confidence. Using real locations like Lisbon’s streets and landmarks makes learning more engaging and meaningful.
Essential Portuguese Direction Words
- Esquerda – Left
- Direita – Right
- Em frente – Straight ahead
- Atrás – Behind
- Perto / Longe – Near / Far
- Aqui / Ali / Lá – Here / There / Over there
Famous Lisbon Landmarks to Use in Learning
- Torre de Belém – A great place to say “à esquerda” (to the left) or “à direita” (to the right) while exploring photos or a map.
- Praça do Comércio – Use for directional role-plays: “Vamos em frente até à praça.”
- Elétrico 28 – Pretend to give directions to the tram stop: “Está ali, à direita!”
Movement-Based Practice Ideas
Map Walking Game
Use a printed map of Lisbon and move a toy around with Portuguese commands: “Vira à esquerda!” or “Vai em frente!”
Landmark Hunt
Use photos of famous places and hide them around the room. Give clues in Portuguese: “Está à esquerda do sofá.”
Simon Says – Portuguese Style
Play “Simão diz” with commands like “Vira à esquerda!” or “Dá um passo para a direita!”
Draw Your Own Route
Create a pretend city and draw paths between locations. Describe how to get from place to place in Portuguese.
How Dinolingo Helps with Direction Words
Dinolingo includes direction and movement vocabulary in themed lessons and games. Kids can hear phrases like “à direita” and “em frente” used in context, and repeat them through play.
Printable activities and visual aids help reinforce learning beyond the screen.
Final Thoughts
Learning direction words like “esquerda” and “direita” is easier when tied to real-world examples and movement. With playful practice and the support of tools like Dinolingo, kids can build vocabulary while exploring both language and Lisbon’s magic.
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