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Is the word talento the same in Brazilian and European Portuguese?

Yes

The word "talento" is identical in meaning, spelling, and grammatical function in both Brazilian and Continental Portuguese. The only difference lies in pronunciation, specifically regarding vowel reduction. In Brazilian Portuguese, the unstressed vowels (the "a" and the "e") are generally more open or pronounced more clearly. In Continental Portuguese, there is a much stronger tendency to "swallow" or reduce unstressed vowels, making the "a" sound more closed and the "e" sound almost disappear or transform into a very short, neutral sound.

Brazilian Portuguese Examples

  1. Ele tem um talento natural para a música. (He has a natural talent for music.)
  2. Ela mostrou muito talento durante a audição. (She showed a lot of talent during the audition.)
  3. Você tem um talento incrível para desenhar. (You have an incredible talent for drawing.)
  4. O Brasil tem muitos talentos no futebol. (Brazil has many talents in football.)
  5. É preciso muito talento para ser um grande chef. (It takes a lot of talent to be a great chef.)

Continental Portuguese Examples

  1. Ele possui um enorme talento para o piano. (He possesses an enormous talent for the piano.)
  2. Nota-se o seu talento na pintura. (One notices his talent in painting.)
  3. Precisamos de novos talentos para a nossa equipa. (We need new talents for our team.)
  4. Ela demonstra um talento assinalável para o teatro. (She demonstrates a remarkable talent for theater.)
  5. O seu talento para a escrita é evidente. (Your talent for writing is evident.)