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Most languages have words with multiple synonyms. If you are lucky, these words are going to have the exact same meaning and, therefore, you could use them interchangeably. However, sometimes...
What does ‘chava’ mean in Spanish? In Spanish, chava is an informal word that speakers use to call or to refer to a young woman. As a result, it can be translated as ‘girl’ or ‘gal’....
Sometimes you go out with your friends and you feel like paying what you all consume, as a result, in Mexico, we say 'Pichar'. We also use this slang word when we want to ask a person to pay/buy...
What’s the difference between ‘yo también’ and ‘a mí también’?
One of the things that make Spanish so hard to learn is that when translating from English into Spanish, you have to choose between more than one word or structure. And even though you would think...
What’s the Difference Between the Verbs ‘tocar’ and ‘jugar’?
There are many cases in Spanish when we have two or three different options for just one English word. As a result, many non-native Spanish speakers tend to use these words in an incorrect context....
It's very likely that you have heard 'de volada' in different contexts. However, 'Andar de volada' or 'Andar de volado' express that a person is 'flirting'. What does ‘Andar de volada’...
It's common to confuse or think that 'de volada' has something to do with planes and flying, in reality, Mexican people use it as a slang phrase to say 'quick' or 'fast'. What does ‘de...
Mexican Spanish has a lot of slang words and 'Chafa' is one of the most common ones. Depending on the context, means that an object is pirated or that it has bad quality. Therefore, it can also be...
If you have Mexican friends or you just like to watch Mexican tv shows, it's very likely that you heard the word 'Chorro' before. This is Mexican slang for the Spanish word 'mucho' - meaning 'a lot'....
If you are studying Spanish, surely, you already noticed how much this language could vary depending on the country in which you are. Although these variations do not affect grammar rules, they will...
Although all the verbs are important when you are learning a new language, the verb ‘to be’ is essential since it allows you to talk about some specific characteristics such as profession,...
Usually, when learning Spanish with a book or a course, one of the topics that teachers use to measure the new students' progress is ordering food in a restaurant. Although this is actually a very...
One of the funnier points of confusion non-native speakers face are Mexican nicknames for given names. Although in English you also have different variations for given names (i.e., Bob – Robert),...
It is said that having a foreign partner can be really helpful when learning a new language. After all, this situation will force you to practice more. If you are planning on dating or you just find...
What’s the difference between ‘Contar’, ‘Hablar’ and ‘Decir’?
One of the most challenging parts of learning a language such as Spanish is differentiating between synonyms. This is the case of the verbs Contar, Hablar, and Decir. These are all verbs relating to...
To ‘leave’ in Spanish: Difference between Dejar, Salir, and Irse
In Spanish, there are multiple verbs for the single, English verb 'to leave'. As you learn Spanish, you'll find this occurs for many verbs and they're not always interchangeable. This is the case...
Exploring other countries' cuisine is a must when traveling abroad. Although many people might find this experience rewarding, it can be a nightmare if you are visiting a Spanish speaking country. It...
Expressing what you feel or what you think about a person can be a sensitive topic, since you may want to be as clear as possible. For that reason, many new learners wonder how to say ‘I like...
When learning Spanish, you’re likely to find that multiple words have the same meaning. However, it doesn’t always mean that they can be used interchangeably. A classic example is the word...