Portuguese Body Parts for Kids—With Silly Songs and Actions
Body parts are among the first words kids recognize and use and they’re best learned through movement and music. By combining Portuguese vocabulary with songs and actions, children remember words faster and have more fun doing it.
Common Portuguese Body Words for Kids
- Cabeça – Head
- Olhos – Eyes
- Boca – Mouth
- Nariz – Nose
- Orelhas – Ears
- Braços – Arms
- Mãos – Hands
- Pernas – Legs
- Pés – Feet
- Barriga – Belly
Songs and Actions to Reinforce Vocabulary
“Cabeça, Ombros, Joelhos e Pés”
This Portuguese version of “Head, Shoulders, Knees and Toes” is great for repetition and pointing.
Touch and Say
Call out a body word and touch that part together: “Onde está a boca? Aqui!”
Body Shape Drawing
Draw a person and label each part with your child using the Portuguese word.
Simon Says with Body Words
“Simão diz toca no nariz!” or “Simão diz mexe os braços!”
How Dinolingo Helps with Body Vocabulary
Dinolingo introduces body parts through songs, illustrated lessons, and interactive games. Repetition, animation, and movement help make each word stick.
Printable flashcards and offline worksheets allow kids to continue practicing away from the screen.
Final Thoughts
Learning the names of body parts in Portuguese is easy when paired with movement and music. With silly songs, active games, and the support of Dinolingo, children can learn to talk about their bodies while building strong language foundations.
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