💬 Speak Portuguese with onfidence
🌎 Connect with Brazilian Culture
At Aquarela, we believe language learning should be vibrant, practical, and connected to real-life experiences.
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Founded by author and language expert Tarcisio Navarro Buriti, our Washington, DC, USA–based publishing company is proud to support adult learners, diplomats, and professionals worldwide through personalized instruction, certified translation services, and our trusted Aquarela Portuguese textbook.
We are proud of the results our learners achieve—and the confidence they gain—using our engaging materials, cultural content, and free multimedia resources.
Welcome to Aquarela Publishing and Language Services
Your Gateway to Brazilian Portuguese
Discover Our Flagship Textbook
Everything you need to start speaking Brazilian Portuguese today.​​
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🟢 Communicative role-play scenarios
Gain confidence speaking in everyday and professional situations.
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🟢 8 hours of free audio with native Brazilian speakers
Immerse yourself in authentic pronunciation, rhythm, and intonation.
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🟢 QR codes for instant access
Scan and connect to video lessons, songs, and cultural content.
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🟢 Clear, jargon-free grammar explanations
Visuals and logical progression help you master key grammar points with ease.
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🟢 Ideal for beginners to high-intermediate learners
Progress confidently at your own pace.
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🟢 Trusted by learners in government, nonprofits, and private sector.
Used by diplomats, professionals, and global communicators.
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🟢 Culturally rich lessons
Explore Brazilian culture, history, and geography while learning the language.
Aquarela Paperback
Aquarela Portuguese for Foreigners - 7th Edition (2025)
Now availablein print and digital formats!
Aquarela Portuguese for Foreigners
NEW_7th Edition 2025 | Paperback
Author: Tarcisio Buriti
ISBN 978-0-97961133-3
Aquarela is designed to teach Portuguese as a second language through real-life, culturally rich lessons.
Embark on a dynamic and immersive learning journey with the 7th edition of Aquarela Portuguese for Foreigners. Gain fluency and cultural insight through interactive video activities and free audio lessons — all available right here on our website.
Use QR CODES on the book pages to listen to
Lesson Activies & Songs
ISBN 978-0-9796133-2-6
Aquarela eBook
Now Available: Digital edition
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Aquarela Advanced
Aquarela Advanced Portuguese
Author: Tarcisio Buriti
Take your skills to the next level with Aquarela Advanced Portuguese — our upcoming textbook designed specifically for intermediate to advanced learners who want to deepen their mastery of the language and culture of Brazil.
This advanced edition offers:
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A practical, real-world approach to advanced communication
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Job-specific, culturally rich role-play scenarios
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Step-by-step progression for confident fluency in both professional and everyday settings
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Ideal for adult learners ready to move beyond the basics.
Stay tuned — your next step in Portuguese mastery is just around the corner.
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Who we work with
We proudly support:
🟢 U.S. federal government personnel, diplomats, and language students
🟢 Adult learners from diverse personal and professional backgrounds
🟢 Language instructors, tutors, and training organizations
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Our services​​
​🟢 Sale and distribution of Portuguese language textbooksWe proudly offer the Aquarela Portuguese series—trusted by adult learners, educators, and professionals across government, nonprofit, and private sectors
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​🟢 Customized Portuguese language instruction
Private and small-group classes, online or in-person, tailored to your goals and proficiency level​
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🟢 Certified interpretation and translation (Portuguese ↔ English)
Accurate and professional language services for government, business, and education​
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🟢 Specialized document translation
Expert translation for immigration, academic, and legal purposes—with attention to tone and accuracy​
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🟢 Editing and localization
Refinement and adaptation of educational, institutional, and cultural content in Portuguese or English
Why Learners Choose Aquarela​​
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🟢 Led by an expert with 18+ years of experience
Founded by instructor and author Tarcisio Navarro Buriti, trusted by learners in government, education, and the private sector
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🟢 Cultural immersion built into every lesson
Lessons are enriched with Brazilian history, everyday life, and authentic cultural context
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🟢 Designed for clarity, simplicity, and real-world impact
Tailored to the needs of adult learners—easy to follow and practical to use
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🟢 Includes free audio and video content
Multimedia support enhances listening, speaking, and independent learning
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“Aquarela isn’t just a textbook—it’s a full language and culture experience.”
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What Sets Aquarela Apart
🟢 Designed to meet the real-world needs of adult learners
🟢 Practical language for daily, professional, and cultural use
🟢 Integrated skills approach: listening, speaking, and grammar in harmony
🟢 Free audio and video for complete self-study support
🟢 Backed by global trust—from educators to diplomats to independent learners