European Portuguese

European Portuguese is the standard dialect of Portuguese spoken in Portugal. It differs from Brazilian Portuguese in pronunciation, vocabulary, and some grammatical structures. Notably, it features a more closed and distinct vowel sound and has unique expressions and phrases. It serves as the foundation for the Portuguese language, which has spread to various parts of the world, including Africa and Asia, resulting in different regional variants. European Portuguese is important for understanding Portugal's culture, literature, and history, as well as for communication with native speakers in Europe.