9 Famous Mexican Photographers and Their Best Photos
The work of the most famous Mexican photographers of all time tells a fascinating story about this country. Through the images of Manuel Alvarez Bravo, Graciela Iturbide, and many others, you can feel a genuine version of Mexican culture. This is the kind of Mexico you don’t see on TV shows and Netflix films. Rather, these photographs taken by famous Mexican photographers...Read More
Pura Vida! 20 Costa Rican Spanish Phrases for Everyday Use
Are you planning to visit Costa Rica and would like to learn useful Costa Rican Spanish phrases? You’ve come to the right place! Today, I’m going to explain what I mean by Costa Rican Spanish, what is “slang,” and why you should learn it. Finally, I’ll introduce you to 20 of the most common and helpful Costa Rican Spanish phrases you’ll hear in this friendly Central American...Read More
Meet ‘Mole’: The National Dish of Mexico With a Unique History
To be considered the “national dish of Mexico,” a country with a rich and diverse cuisine, a dish has to reach legendary heights. Mole does exactly that. This weird sauce that is poured over chicken, turkey, and enchiladas, among many other types of food, has an incredible history and symbolizes all that is amazing about Mexican gastronomy. Today, I’ll take you on an...Read More
How to Say ‘Again’ in Spanish Using the Verb ‘Volver’
Have you ever wondered how to say “again” in Spanish? It may seem like an insignificant word, but when you think about it, it conveys an idea that we use a lot in our everyday life. There are different ways to say “again” in Spanish, and today we’ll see the most common ones—and especially using the Spanish verb volver. We’ll explore the qualities of this word as an irregular...Read More
How to Master the Passive Voice in Spanish
Surprisingly, the passive voice in Spanish works in a similar way to the English passive voice—that is, they indicate that the action of the verb itself is more important than whoever is carrying it out. While this form may be somewhat common, the passive voice is far from natural as a way of speaking or even writing. Mastering the passive voice in Spanish implies understanding the...Read More
8 Mexican Graphic Novels That Will Turn You Into a Fan
The world of Mexican graphic novels is a fascinating one. A world that flirts constantly with the rich universe of Mexican comics and brings a fresh artistic perspective of Mexico. In this post, you’ll learn what graphic novels are and how they differ from comics. You’ll also find out how to improve your Spanish by reading 8 of the most original and outstanding Mexican graphic novels...Read More
25+ Spanish Interjections and Exclamations for Spirited Conversations
Spanish interjections are little pieces of the language that help you to express a lot of different emotions. They also help to improve your Spanish by making it sound more natural. Today, we’ll learn what Spanish interjections are, why it’s so important to learn their meanings and usage, and finally, I’ll introduce you to 25 of the most used Spanish interjections and...Read More
How to Form and Use Past Participles in Spanish
Hands down, past participles are one of the most useful pieces of Spanish grammar you can learn. You may argue that you have no idea what a past participle is—and that’s fair, so I’ll make sure to start there—after which you’ll see how truly useful these functional words are. Past participles have many uses and by learning to use them properly, you’ll improve your Spanish speaking...Read More
How to Teach Yourself Spanish
Do you want to teach yourself Spanish? Many people around the world have found a way to teach themselves a language, and they have shared about their experiences and best practices. Some have even mastered several languages and are experts on the subject. So, what’s their secret? Is it possible to teach yourself a language? Yes, it is, and you’ve come to the right place to learn how!...Read More