Learning Spanish:
tips, guides, and resources

With 548 million speakers, Spanish is the fourth most spoken language in the world. If you’re interested in learning this language, on this Spanish for beginners page, you’ll find free resources that will equip you with the essential tools to take your first steps in your learning journey.  Phrases & Words for Beginners in Spanish ... Read more

Whether you’re about to start your learning journey or are an experienced learner, understanding the different levels of Spanish proficiency is essential. So, in this article, we’ll explore the six Spanish language levels, from A1 (beginner) to C2 (advanced), and I’ll explain what to expect at each stage.  Spanish Proficiency Levels A1 (Beginner) A2 (Elementary) ... Read more

The sound of the Spanish letter j can be challenging for many learners since its pronunciation differs from English. Since most beginners wonder how to say j in Spanish correctly, in this guide, you’ll learn how to pronounce this letter, and I’ll give you a list of common words with j to practice.  How to ... Read more

The letter y in Spanish has two different sounds depending on whether vowels follow it and its position within the word. Because of this, many learners wonder how to pronounce y in Spanish.  Since this letter is used to spell many essential words and to connect elements, in this guide, you’ll find all the key ... Read more

The letter h in Spanish is used in many basic words and verbs. As a result, you should get familiar with its different sounds. In this pronunciation guide, we’ll explore how to say h in Spanish correctly and some basic tips so you know when to use this letter.  How to Say H in Spanish ... Read more

The Spanish double ll sound is used in many basic verbs and words. As a result, mastering its pronunciation is key to your speaking skills. Since the double l has a different sound in English, many wonder how to pronounce ll in Spanish. So, in this guide, you’ll find:  Double L Spanish Sound Double ll ... Read more

Most people know that ‘y’ means and in Spanish. However, few know that, in some cases, we must use the vowel e instead of ‘y’. Since this change is more common and important than many realize, in this article, you’ll learn when to use y or e in Spanish.  And because the same change happens ... Read more

I know, I know. The Spanish alphabet may not seem like a high priority when learning Spanish. However, the alphabet is the backbone of your pronunciation. To put it simply, if you want to have good pronunciation, you must take your time to understand the sounds of the alphabet in Spanish.  Since this is such ... Read more

I’ve had students who were able to understand, speak, and hold conversations beautifully in Spanish. However, when it comes to the “simple” stuff, such as saying dates in Spanish, they start to struggle. There is no shame in this! The Spanish formatting for saying or writing dates can throw you off if you’re unfamiliar with ... Read more

Yes, we all know that jokes are an excellent way to make people laugh. But not many people know that jokes in Spanish are also a great learning resource. Leaving aside how funny they can be, jokes are packed with simple, but clever vocabulary and language structures.  But don’t take my word for it, here ... Read more

When it comes to learning Spanish, many people overlook their pronunciation. After all, if they’re able to communicate, having a thick accent or mispronouncing certain words doesn’t seem like a big deal, right? However, if you’re serious about getting rid of your accent, Spanish tongue twisters are an easy and effective way to improve your ... Read more

Spanish is the official language of 35 countries. Cool, huh? But, as you can imagine, this means that each country has its own particular and distinctive way of speaking. I only began thinking about this after I took a teaching position and students started asking me what were the differences between Castillian (Spain) Spanish and ... Read more

When learning Spanish, many new learners experience some confusion when it comes to the letter ‘g’. This is because this letter’s sounds will vary depending on the vowels you use. As a result, many people wonder how to pronounce ‘g’ in Spanish.  The pronunciation of the letter g in Spanish will change depending on the ... Read more