With the Pimsleur Language Programs you don't just study a language, you learn it -- the same way you mastered English!  And because the technique relies on interactive spoken language training, the Pimsleur Language Programs are totally audio -- no book is needed!

   The Pimsleur programs provide a method of self-practice with an expert teacher and native speakers in lessons specially designed to work with the way the mind naturally acquires language information.  The various components of language -- vocabulary, pronunciation and grammar -- are all learned together without rote memorization and drills.  Using a unique method of memory recall developed by renowned linguist, Dr. Paul Pimsleur, the programs teach listeners to combine words and phrases to express themselves the way native speakers do.  By listening and responding to thirty minute recorded lessons, students easily and effectively achieve spoken proficiency.

   No other language program or school is as quick, convenient, and effective as the Pimsleur Language Programs.

   The Pimsleur language courses are offered in both the "Basic" and the "Comprehensive" programs.  The Comprehensive Program is the ultimate in spoken language learning.  For those who want to become proficient in the language of their choice, the Comprehensive programs go beyond the Basic Programs to offer true spoken-language fluency.  Using the same simple method of interactive self-practice with native speakers, these comprehensive programs provide a complete language learning course.  The Comprehensive Programs are available in a wide variety of languages and run through three levels (thirty lessons each).

   At the end of a full Comprehensive Program listeners will be conducting complete conversations and be well on their way to mastering the language.

   The Comprehensive Programs are all available on audio CD discs or audio cassette tapes.

SPEAK PORTUGUESE TO LEARN PORTUGUESE.  The Pimsleur Method will have you speaking Portuguese in just a few short, easy-to-use lessons.  Learn at your own pace, comfortably and conveniently.  No books to study. No memorization drills.

LEARN PORTUGUESE AS YOU LEARNED ENGLISH.  You learned English by listening. With Pimsleur, you listen to learn Portuguese. This Language Program was developed by renowned memory expert, Dr. Paul Pimsleur. His research led him to the realization that the most important use of memory is in language learning. Based on this, Dr. Pimsleur designed a learning program that works for any language. The Pimsleur Language Program is an integrated system which immerses you in the language, encouraging you to hear, understand and use the language all at the same time. 

   Now you can take advantage of Dr. Pimsleur's research. At the completion of these ten lessons you will comfortably understand and speak at a beginner level.