Spanish vocabulary lessons:
words, phrases, and expressions

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 speech and talking, but have different uses. Understanding the difference between these important and commonly used Spanish verbs will help your ... Read more

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 ‘stop’ in Spanish. So, how do you say ‘stop’ in Spanish? Parar, detener and alto are all words that mean “stop” in Spanish. Parar ... Read more