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Mozambican Portuguese

Okay kiddo, let's talk about Mozambican Portuguese!

When people in Mozambique speak Portuguese, it sounds a bit different than how people in Portugal, Brazil or other Portuguese-speaking countries speak it. This is because Mozambique has its own unique culture and history that has influenced the way people speak.

For example, many Mozambican Portuguese speakers add their own pronunciation or intonation to words. They might also use different words or phrases that are specific to Mozambican culture. This is just like how people in different parts of the world have their own accents and ways of speaking.

But even though Mozambican Portuguese might sound different than other kinds of Portuguese, it's still the same language at its core. And even if you don't understand all the words or phrases used in Mozambican Portuguese, it's important to remember to be respectful and open to learning about different cultures and languages. After all, diversity is what makes our world so interesting!