La Migración: Migration Vocabulary Words in Spanish
Knowing how to talk about migration in Spanish is key to discussing this complex issue that encompasses many critical topics. Migration is one of the biggest challenges facing our modern world. Read this article to learn about why migration is a human right, how to talk about migration in Spanish, and some of the main concepts and terms in Spanish related to the social phenomenon of...Read More
Master the ‘Impersonal Se’ in Spanish
There is something in Spanish called the impersonal se form or the impersonal se expression. You may have never heard of it before, but I’m here to tell you that this is one of those useful expressions that once you master them, they make your life easier in the language. Keep reading to learn everything you need to know about the impersonal se form, what it is and what it means, as...Read More
Oaxaca Mexico’s Dazzling Guelaguetza Festival in July
Mexico is filled with impressive cultural expressions and spectacular festivals, but arguably none as fascinating as the Guelaguetza Festival that takes place every July in the southern Mexican state of Oaxaca. This indigenous festival of ancient roots celebrates the cultural diversity of Oaxaca and the rich traditions of the different ethnic groups throughout the state. It consists...Read More
A Brief History of Guatemala’s 36-Year-Long Civil War That Ended in 1996
Did you know that the Guatemalan civil war caused over 200,000 deaths during 36 years of fighting? And that the US played a big role in this war by supporting successive military governments that have been accused of genocide? Many books have been written about the Guatemalan civil war and the atrocities perpetrated during this conflict, but today I’m providing you with a...Read More
What is Physical Geography? (Free Spanish Lessons for Kids)
If you want to teach geography in Spanish to your children or students, you have to make it interesting for them. The good news is that geography is one of the subjects that better captures the imagination of kids around the world. In this blog post, I’m discussing what geography is and why you should teach it in Spanish to your kids. I’m focusing on physical geography and the terms...Read More
How to Translate Measurements and Dimensions in Spanish
Have you ever wondered about how Spanish speakers talk about measurements and dimensions in Spanish? The fact that in the Spanish-speaking world they use the metric system affects the way people talk about these topics. But there is much more than the metric system when talking about this interesting subject. Keep reading to find out what the difference is between the...Read More
What is Inti Raymi in Peru and Why Was It Banned?
Did you know that Inti Raymi is the second largest festival in South America and that it takes place every winter solstice in the ancient city of Cusco? Did you know that this spectacular festival was banned on religious grounds for over 400 years? Keep reading to learn more about the ancient Inti Raymi Festival, how it started more than five centuries ago, why it was...Read More
Coronavirus Vocabulary in Spanish
Are you traveling to a Spanish-speaking country and you feel the need to learn some coronavirus vocabulary in Spanish? If so, this is the right post for you as today I’m discussing how to talk about the covid-19 pandemic in Spanish-speaking countries and providing you with the ultimate coronavirus vocabulary in Spanish. You’re also learning coronavirus-related nouns and verbs,...Read More
All About the International Cervantino Festival in Guanajuato, Mexico
If you love the Spanish culture and its language and you haven’t heard about the Cervantino Festival you’re late to the party. This spectacular arts and culture festival taking place in central Mexico every year is one of the biggest of its class in the world and the most important in the Spanish-speaking world. Keep reading to learn what’s the Cervantino Festival, its history and...Read More