Portuguese · BeginnerProcurar um Apartamento 🏢Renting an Apartment

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00:00Intro
Hello, everyone! Welcome to our Portuguese podcast.
Hi, everyone! I am Ana. How are you doing?
I am Lucas. I am very excited for today's conversation.
I am also very excited, Lucas. What is our first part?
Our first part is Welcome and Topic of the Day.
That's great! Today we are going to talk about a very important topic.
Yes, today our main topic is renting a property.
Learning words about housing is essential for students.
True, Ana. Whoever comes to live in Brazil needs to learn this topic.
For sure, Lucas. We will help our listeners with useful vocabulary.
Do you remember, Ana, when you moved house?
Yes, I remember very well. It was a very special moment.
Knowing how to speak about real estate makes our daily life much easier.
True. That's why today's lesson is practical and simple.
Searching for a new home is a great adventure for everyone.
For sure, Lucas! And the correct vocabulary helps in this search.
Now, let's start with our Vocabulary: Looking for an Apartment.
Excellent, Lucas! We prepared six very important phrases of the day.
Ana, what is the first phrase of the day that we are going to study?
The first phrase is looking for an apartment.
Procurar um apartamento means, in English, to look for an apartment.
Perfect, Lucas. When we search for a new home, we use this expression.
And what is the second phrase of the day, Ana?
The second phrase is quiet environment.
Ambiente tranquilo means, in English, a quiet environment.
A calm place without noise is a quiet environment.
Very good, Ana. And the third phrase of the day?
The third phrase is good location.
Boa localização means, in English, a good location.
Being near transport, and shops, is a good location.
For sure, Ana. And what is the fourth phrase of the day?
The fourth phrase is monthly rent.
Aluguel mensal means, in English, monthly rent.
It is the amount we pay every month to the landlord.
I understand, Ana. And what is the fifth phrase of the day?
The fifth phrase is to pay the deposit.
Pagar o depósito means, in English, to pay the deposit.
It is the initial payment made as a guarantee in the contract.
Great, Ana. And the sixth phrase of the day?
The sixth phrase is move-in date.
Data de mudança means, in English, move-in date.
It is the scheduled day to enter the new house.
All these six phrases are essential for anyone who wants to rent.
For sure. Let's learn each one with patience and attention.
Now, let's analyze The 6 Phrases of the Day in Detail.
How wonderful, Lucas! Let me give simple examples for each one.
Let's repeat the first phrase: looking for an apartment.
Looking for an apartment. Let's speak very slowly.
Looking... for... an... apartment.
Example: I need to look for a new apartment this month.
Another example: my friend is going to look for an apartment near the beach.
One more example: we are going to look for an apartment with two bedrooms.
Procurar means to search or research attentively.
Very well, Lucas! The second phrase is: quiet environment.
Quiet environment. Let's repeat slowly.
Quiet... environment.
Example: I prefer to live in a quiet environment to rest.
Another example: this building is calm, it is a quiet environment.
One more example: my family likes a quiet environment at night.
For those who work from home, a quiet environment is fundamental.
Perfect, Ana! The third phrase is: good location.
Good location. Let me practice the correct pronunciation.
Good... location.
Example: the property is near the subway, it has a good location.
Another example: living near the park is having a good location.
One more example: this neighborhood has a market, it is a good location.
A good location saves time and facilitates transport.
Excellent, Lucas! The fourth phrase is: monthly rent.
Monthly rent. Let me say it very slowly.
Monthly... rent.
Example: what is the amount of the monthly rent for this property?
Another example: the monthly rent must be paid on the fifth day.
One more example: we calculated the monthly rent in the budget.
The monthly rent should fit into a person's budget.
Great example, Ana! The fifth phrase is: to pay the deposit.
To pay the deposit. Let's repeat together.
To pay... the... deposit.
Example: we need to pay the deposit before moving.
Another example: the tenant needs to pay the deposit to close.
One more example: are you going to pay the deposit at the bank today?
The deposit is a financial security for the owner.
Very clear, Lucas! The sixth phrase is: move-in date.
Move-in date. Let's speak with pauses.
Move-in... date.
Example: our move-in date is next Saturday.
Another example: have you already defined your move-in date?
One more example: we confirmed the move-in date with the owner.
Organizing boxes before the move-in date avoids rush.
Explaining every detail helps a lot in fixing the language.
True, Lucas. Constant practice is the secret of learning.
Ana, it's time for our Practical Dialogue: Renting a Property.
I love simulations, Lucas! Let's do a real conversation scene.
I will be the client who wants to rent the apartment.
And I will be the owner of the property.
Perfect, Ana. Listeners, pay attention to our phrases of the day.
Let me start our practical simulation now!
Hello, good afternoon! I am looking for an apartment to live in.
Good afternoon! Welcome. I have a great property available.
How nice! I am looking for a calm place. Is it a quiet environment?
Yes, the street is calm, and the building is a quiet environment.
Very good! And is the property in a good location?
For sure! It is in a good location, near the subway.
Excellent! What is the amount of the monthly rent?
The monthly rent is two thousand reais per month.
The price is good. And how does it work to pay the deposit?
You need to pay the deposit of two months at the beginning.
I understand everything. And when can our move-in date be?
Our move-in date can be next Saturday.
Wonderful! Does the apartment have a parking space?
Yes, it has a covered parking space for your car.
Is it allowed to have pets in the property?
Yes, the building accepts pets peacefully.
What excellent news! And are the kitchen furniture included?
Yes, the kitchen has cabinets and a dining table.
Very well! I want to sign the contract today.
Excellent! End of our practical simulation, Lucas.
This dialogue showed, Ana, how to use all the phrases today.
Yes, Lucas! Simulating real situations gives confidence to listeners.
Now, let's do our Listening and Fixation Test.
How fun, Lucas! I will ask the questions to the listeners.
And I will give the correct answers to check.
First question: what does looking for an apartment mean?
It means searching for a new property to live in.
Very well, Lucas! Second question: what is a quiet environment?
It is a calm, quiet place without noise.
Exact! Third question: what is a good location?
It is a location near transportation, shops, and services.
Fourth question: what does monthly rent represent?
It represents the amount paid every month for using the property.
Fifth question: why must we pay the deposit?
We must pay the deposit to guarantee the reservation of the contract.
Sixth question: what is the meaning of move-in date?
It is the official day, Ana, when the person enters the new house.
Seventh question: what is the advantage of living near the subway?
The advantage is having fast transport and a good location.
Eighth question: why do people like quiet at night?
Because silence guarantees a quiet environment to sleep.
Ninth question: what happens after choosing the move-in date?
The person organizes the move and receives the new keys.
Congratulations, Lucas! You answered all the questions correctly.
Thank you, Ana! I am sure that the listeners got everything right.
Lucas, shall we talk about Cultural Tips for Renting in Brazil?
Yes, Ana! Talking about Cultural Tips for Renting in Brazil is great.
In Brazil, the first tip is to visit the apartment in person.
True, Ana. It is important to look at ventilation and lighting.
Another tip is to test the water, and the lights of the house.
Yes, to check if everything works well in the house.
It is also good to talk to the building doorman.
The doorman knows the building and neighborhood very well.
He can tell if the building is a quiet environment.
That helps a lot to avoid noise and future problems.
In Brazil, we also need to present identification documents.
Yes, such as identity and proof of monthly income.
It is also common to pay the building's condo fee.
True, the condo fee covers cleaning and security.
It is important to add this fee to the monthly rent every month.
Thus the tenant knows the total cost of the property.
Besides that, most contracts last thirty months.
Thirty months is the standard rental period in Brazil.
But after twelve months, many people can leave without penalty.
That is excellent for those who need time flexibility.
Just check that clause attentively before signing.
Reading the contract before signing avoids bad surprises.
Another tip is to take photos of the apartment before moving.
Registering the state of the property is great initial protection.
Thus everyone remains peaceful during the contract period.
Now, Lucas, we have arrived at our Final Summary and Farewell.
Our conversation went very fast! Shall we review the six phrases of the day?
For sure! The first phrase is looking for an apartment.
The second phrase is quiet environment.
The third phrase is good location.
The fourth phrase is monthly rent.
The fifth phrase is to pay the deposit.
And the sixth phrase is move-in date.
These six phrases are valuable, Lucas, for anyone who is going to rent.
True, Ana! They help in basic daily communication.
We recommend that our listeners listen to this audio several times.
Listening and repeating out loud helps a lot in memorization.
Don't forget to practice every day calmly.
We want a wonderful study and much success for everyone.
Thank you very much for your care and company!
A big hug and until our next episode!
Bye bye, everyone! Until next time!

Key phrases

6 to keep
Boas-vindas e Tema do DiaBoas-vindas e Tema do Dia
Welcome and Today's Theme
No ônibus abri o áudio na parte Boas-vindas e Tema do Dia.On the bus I opened the audio at the Welcome and Theme of the Day section.
Vocabulário: Procurar um ApartamentoVocabulário: Procurar um Apartamento
Vocabulary: Looking for an Apartment
Parei no elevador escutando Vocabulário: Procurar um Apartamento.I paused in the elevator listening to Vocabulary: Looking for an Apartment.
As 6 Frases do Dia em DetalhesAs 6 Frases do Dia em Detalhes
The 6 Phrases of the Day in Detail
Depois do almoço estudei As 6 Frases do Dia em Detalhes.After lunch I studied The 6 Phrases of the Day in Detail.
Diálogo Prático: Alugando um ImóvelDiálogo Prático: Alugando um Imóvel
Practical Dialogue: Renting a Property
Treinei em voz alta o Diálogo Prático: Alugando um Imóvel.I practiced out loud the Practical Dialogue: Renting a Property.
Teste de Escuta e FixaçãoTeste de Escuta e Fixação
Listening and Retention Test
Fiz o Teste de Escuta e Fixação no caminho do trabalho.I did the Listening and Consolidation Test on the way to work.
Dicas Culturais de Aluguel no BrasilDicas Culturais de Aluguel no Brasil
Cultural Tips on Renting in Brazil
Li as Dicas Culturais de Aluguel no Brasil antes de visitar o imóvel.I read the Cultural Tips on Renting in Brazil before visiting the property.

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Today's small task

Say “Boas-vindas e Tema do Dia” out loud once today — in a real situation if you can.Say “Boas-vindas e Tema do Dia” out loud once today — in a real situation if you can.

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