Ningun vs Ninguno: What’s the Difference?
Ningún, ninguno, ninguna—what’s the difference? They look similar but luckily it’s easy to distinguish one from the other in a sentence and to learn how to use them correctly. Today, I promise I’ll leave you with no doubt about ningún, ninguno, and ninguna, and you’ll be able to check it yourself in a short quiz at the end of this article. Ready? Let’s go. Apocopes,...Read More
A Beginner’s Guide to Spanish Syllables
Today, I want to share with you how helpful understanding Spanish syllables is if you’re homeschooling in Spanish or teaching it in an educational institution. Read this article to learn the most important things you should know about Spanish syllables. You’ll also be able to download a sample sequence of Spanish syllables to teach. Let’s get started! What is a Syllable? A...Read More
The Ultimate Guide to Transitive Verbs in Spanish
Have you ever noticed that when you check a verb in a dictionary there are always many mysteriously-looking abbreviations next to it? One of the most common ones are tr and intr and they appear next to almost all the verbs. They stand for transitive and intransitive verbs, respectively. Today, I’ll tell you about transitive verbs in Spanish. It’s an important topic in Spanish grammar that...Read More
How to Learn Latin American Spanish
Why would somebody want to learn Latin American Spanish? Is it different from the Spanish spoken in Spain? Cien Años de Soledad, Los Narcos México, El Universal, La Corneta. Do you know what these titles have in common? Did you guess? They all use Latin American Spanish! What countries use Latin American Spanish? What does pana mean? Why do people in Mexico look strange...Read More
All You Need to Know About Spanish Contractions
One of the fastest ways to make your Spanish look more native-like is to master Spanish contractions. Knowing these Spanish secrets will improve both your grammar and pronunciation. You’ll sound less like a language learner and more natural. Let me explain to you what contractions are and what is so characteristic about Spanish contractions. I’ll also throw in some informal...Read More
Spanish Examples of Nouns: Learn These 12 Types
How many examples of nouns in Spanish can you think of right now? Probably a lot, if you’ve been studying Spanish for a while! And now, do you know what type of nouns they are? Would you be able to classify them? Today, I’ll show you twelve types of sustantivos in Spanish and I’ll add a lot of examples of nouns. Ready? Let’s get started. What are Nouns in Spanish? I’m...Read More
How to Determine the Subject and Predicate in Spanish
You can’t imagine how important it is to be able to correctly determine the subject and predicate in a sentence. These two are absolute foundations of a sentence, and you need to know them well to build both simple and complex sentences. Learning about the subject and predicate will improve how you speak and write as well as strengthen your understanding of the language. Let’s dive in...Read More
How to Talk About Your Wedding in Spanish: A Vocabulary Guide
I’m so excited to talk to you today about your wedding in Spanish. Who doesn’t like chatting and gossiping about this exciting ceremony? Even if you’re not planning to get married soon in a Spanish-speaking country, learning these words and expressions will boost your Spanish vocabulary. I’ve prepared a long list of words, useful sentences, and idiomatic expressions that are useful to...Read More
How to Use ‘Sin Embargo’ in Spanish: Meaning, Usage, and Synonyms
Do you know the song by Carlos Macías, Y sin embargo? It goes like this: Lo prometíYa no volvería a insistir y buscarteY que dejaría ya de recordarteSin embargo hoy verásNo lo puedo conseguirNo sé olvidarte I promisedI would not insist and look for you anymoreAnd that I would stop remembering youHowever, today you’ll seeI can’t make itI don’t know how to forget you The first stanza...Read More