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...
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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),...
Understanding native speakers is not always easy. Furthermore, sometimes, it feels that you are not making any progress in becoming more fluent and natural. One thing that connects all of us together...
If you are learning Spanish or you’re just on vacation in one Spanish speaking country, it’s very likely that at some point you would need to buy something - be it a snack or a souvenir. In...
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...
If you are learning Spanish, it's very likely that you already heard that Ser vs. Estar and Por vs. Para are two of the most common mistakes new speaker make. While those are among the most common...
If you think about it, most of our descriptions are based on the way we perceive the world - by our senses. That's why it's important to learn the Spanish verbs and vocabulary that you'll need to use...
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...
When learning Spanish, most students find that understanding a native Spanish speaker can be really challenging. The problem is that books and language apps don't show you how to speak slang and...
For many people learning Spanish, one of the most interesting topics is picking up slang expressions. If you have Mexican friends or you're planning to visit Mexico, you'll realize that understanding...
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...
If you ask a Mexican for the best place to eat tacos, they’re most likely to tell you to go to a stand rather than a restaurant. And (usually) they are right, eating tacos from a stand is way...
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...