Portuguese · BeginnerPreciso de um remédio para dor de cabeçaI need medicine for a headache

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00:00Intro
Hello, everyone! Welcome to our podcast.
Hi, guys! I am Ana, and here is Lucas.
Today we are going to talk about a very common topic.
Buying medicine at the pharmacy!
Exactly. Yesterday I went to the neighborhood pharmacy.
Really, Lucas? Did you work on the computer again?
I studied a lot. I ended up with a headache.
I know how it is! Did you spend a lot of time on the screen?
Yes, I did. That is why I decided to go to the pharmacy.
Going to the pharmacy in Brazil is very easy.
The service is calm. The attendants clear up all questions.
Today we selected six essential phrases.
Let us listen to our six phrases for today, in order.
Our first phrase is: Preciso de um remédio para dor de cabeça.
The second phrase is important: Preciso de receita médica?
The third phrase helps with buying: Você tem uma caixa pequena?
The fourth phrase asks about usage: Como eu tomo isso?
The fifth phrase asks the price: Quanto é no total?
And the sixth phrase is about payment: Posso pagar com cartão?
Great! Tell me, Lucas: how was your trip to the pharmacy?
I will tell the whole story right now!
Yesterday afternoon, I had a headache.
Studying on the computer since early, right?
Yes, I read a lot and got tired.
Taking a quick break helps a lot!
Exactly. I walked two blocks on the sunny sidewalk.
A quick walk helps relax.
It was great. I entered the bright pharmacy.
The store's cool air feels good in the heat!
Yes, it was very quiet and fresh.
Very good to find the store calm!
I went to the counter and greeted the attendant.
A friendly greeting always helps in conversation.
Very friendly! I spoke calmly: Preciso de um remédio para dor de cabeça.
A very direct and natural phrase.
He smiled and grabbed two options.
I always wonder about the doctor's prescription.
I asked right away: Preciso de receita médica?
Great question to avoid surprises!
He said that for common medicine you do not need a prescription.
It is very easy to buy this in Brazil.
Very easy. But I only wanted a few units.
Of course, a big box is left over in the cabinet!
Exactly. I also asked: Você tem uma caixa pequena?
The small box fits anywhere!
Yes, he found one. He grabbed a small box with four tablets.
Perfect to keep in your backpack.
I looked at the package and asked: Como eu tomo isso?
That question is essential before using it!
Definitely. He explained that you just follow the package instructions.
I always read the package very carefully.
With the box in hand, I arrived at the cashier and asked: Quanto é no total?
And was the price reasonable, Lucas?
It was super reasonable! The total was ten reais.
Ten reais is a great price!
Very cheap. I asked: Posso pagar com cartão?
Almost everywhere accepts cards in Brazil.
Yes, they do. I tapped the card and paid quickly.
Very easy and without complications!
I took the bag and returned home very relaxed.
What a cool story! Now shall we study each phrase in detail?
Yes, let us do it right now!
We start with the first phrase: Preciso de um remédio para dor de cabeça.
This phrase is our phrase of the day!
We use preciso to talk about a simple need.
Exactly! Headache is a very common discomfort.
At the pharmacy counter, say this calmly.
Absolutely, the attendant immediately shows the right options.
Now let us look at the second phrase: Preciso de receita médica?
Receita médica is the official doctor's paper.
Simple medicines do not require a prescription in Brazil.
Even so, asking this at the counter clears up any doubt.
The third phrase is very practical: Você tem uma caixa pequena?
I ask for a small box. That way nothing goes bad in the cabinet.
I prefer the small one too, because it fits in my bag.
That way you save money and buy what is necessary.
The fourth phrase is essential: Como eu tomo isso?
This question is used to ask for the pharmacist's guidance.
The attendant explains how to follow the package.
Reading the package ensures total safety.
The fifth phrase asks the price: Quanto é no total?
No total means the sum of all purchases.
You use this question at the supermarket or bakery.
A universal and easy-to-remember phrase!
And the sixth phrase finishes the payment: Posso pagar com cartão?
I pay with contactless card, it is super fast!
Me too, but I carry cash for safety.
Pharmacies accept cards, debit, and Pix.
What useful phrases! Now shall we practice some dialogues together?
Good idea, Ana! Let us practice!
Let us simulate a conversation at the pharmacy counter!
Perfect. I am the customer and you are the friendly attendant.
Deal! Hello, good morning! How can I help you?
Hello, good morning! Preciso de um remédio para dor de cabeça.
We have this option here. Do you need anything else?
Preciso de receita médica?
No, this simple medicine does not require a prescription.
Great! Você tem uma caixa pequena?
Yes, we do, a small box with four tablets.
Excellent. Como eu tomo isso?
You can follow all the instructions on the package.
I understood perfectly. Quanto é no total?
The total comes to twelve reais.
Posso pagar com cartão?
Sure! You can tap your card on the terminal.
That simulation was very fun!
It really was, Lucas! Now shall we switch roles?
Definitely! I am the attendant and you are the customer.
Hello! Preciso de um remédio para dor de cabeça.
Hello! We have a very good and common option here.
Perfect. Você tem uma caixa pequena?
Yes, we have a small box for ten reais.
Wonderful! Quanto é no total?
It comes to ten reais, please.
Posso pagar com cartão?
Yes you can, we accept debit, credit, and Pix.
Very easy and fast!
We are ready for the pharmacy.
Absolutely! And now it is time for our quick quiz!
I am ready to answer the questions!
Here comes situation number one.
You enter the pharmacy with a headache. What do you say to the attendant?
I say clearly: Preciso de um remédio para dor de cabeça.
Perfect answer! A direct and natural phrase.
Now let us go to situation number two.
You want to know if you need the doctor's paper. What do you ask?
I ask politely: Preciso de receita médica?
Exactly! Very well remembered, Lucas.
Now listen to situation number three.
You are traveling and want a smaller package. What do you ask?
I ask like this: Você tem uma caixa pequena?
That is it! Very practical for travel.
Let us go to situation number four.
You want to know how to use the product. What do you ask the professional?
I ask calmly: Como eu tomo isso?
Excellent! Always good to confirm how to use it.
Now we are in situation number five.
You finished choosing and want to know the final price. What do you ask at the cashier?
I ask with a smile: Quanto é no total?
Wonderful! That question works for any shop.
And now our last situation, number six.
You want to pay with your bank card. What do you ask the attendant?
I ask quickly: Posso pagar com cartão?
Sensational, Lucas! You got all six situations right with a top score!
Thank you so much, Ana! It was an excellent practice.
Now shall we do a quick review of all the phrases?
Let us review everything together!
Let us review our six phrases in the right order.
The first phrase was: Preciso de um remédio para dor de cabeça.
The second phrase was: Preciso de receita médica?
The third phrase was: Você tem uma caixa pequena?
The fourth phrase was: Como eu tomo isso?
The fifth phrase was: Quanto é no total?
And the sixth phrase was: Posso pagar com cartão?
They are six simple phrases for daily life.
Now comes our speaking challenge. It is for all listeners!
Repeat with us. Say our phrase of the day!
Say with plenty of confidence: Preciso de um remédio para dor de cabeça.
Very good! Practice this phrase during the week.
Thank you so much for your company today!
A big hug! See you in the next episode!
Bye, bye, everyone!

Key phrases

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Preciso de um remédio para dor de cabeçaI need medicine for a headache.
I need medicine for a headache
Falei com calma: Preciso de um remédio para dor de cabeça.I spoke calmly: Preciso de um remédio para dor de cabeça.
Preciso de receita médica?Do I need a prescription?
Do I need a doctor's prescription?
Perguntei logo: Preciso de receita médica?I asked right away: Preciso de receita médica?
Você tem uma caixa pequena?Do you have a small box?
Do you have a small box / small pack?
Perguntei também: Você tem uma caixa pequena?I also asked: Você tem uma caixa pequena?
Como eu tomo isso?How do I take this?
Olhei a embalagem e perguntei: Como eu tomo isso?I looked at the package and asked: Como eu tomo isso?
Quanto é no total?How much is it in total?
Cheguei ao caixa e perguntei: Quanto é no total?I arrived at the cashier and asked: Quanto é no total?
Posso pagar com cartão?Can I pay by card?
Can I pay with a card?
Tirei a carteira e perguntei: Posso pagar com cartão?I took out my wallet and asked: Posso pagar com cartão?

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16:9 textless editorial 3D illustration for adult learners. Ana (Mia) on the right side of the warm Olinda courtyard studio lounge smiling encouragingly with an open, welcoming gesture toward the viewer, inviting them to repeat the phrase. Left 40% of the frame is calm, uncluttered negative space for the speaking challenge prompt overlay. Golden morning daylight, adult 7.5-8 head proportions, complete five-finger hands. No glasses, text, letters, digits, labels, logos, microphones, or recording gear.16:9 textless editorial 3D illustration for adult learners. Ana (Mia) on the right side of the warm Olinda courtyard studio lounge smiling encouragingly with an open, welcoming gesture toward the viewer, inviting them to repeat the phrase. Left 40% of the frame is calm, uncluttered negative space for the speaking challenge prompt overlay. Golden morning daylight, adult 7.5-8 head proportions, complete five-finger hands. No glasses, text, letters, digits, labels, logos, microphones, or recording gear.

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