Aquí vs Acá: The Ultimate Guide to ‘Here’ in Spanish
Aquí vs acá, have you ever wondered what’s the difference between these two tiny words? Have you searched online for help to be able to distinguish the situations when you’ve got to use one versus the other? I’m sure you did. We all did. You came to the right place, and I promise to provide you with the ultimate guide to how to use “here” in Spanish. I will destroy some myths that teem on...Read More
The Ultimate Guide to Using Double Object Pronouns in Spanish
Are double object pronouns in Spanish tripping you up? Some of the challenges that learners face include the confusing similarity of these tiny words, the seemingly unpredictable placement, and when to change them to se. Ultimately, the whole topic can feel overwhelming and impossible to understand if it’s not been well-explained. Well, I’m here to help! I promise we’ll take...Read More
How to Order and Discuss Coffee in Spanish
Imagine taste-testing fresh coffee in Spanish-speaking countries all over Latin America. Mmm… The thought alone evokes images of sprawling, tropical plantations and a strong smell of dry-roasted coffee beans. More than a dozen Spanish-speaking countries in Latin America are top exporters of this irresistible bean and Spanish is an ideal language for conversing...Read More
Giving Positive and Negative Feedback in Spanish for Work
Yesterday, during my daughter’s online classes, I had an opportunity to hear her teacher give feedback in Spanish to her and her classmates and it surprised me—in a bad way! Why? While my daughter is only 6, her teacher tends to motivate her young learners with positive feedback like ¡Bien hecho! (Well done!), ¡Wow! ¡Impresionante! (Wow! Impressive!), ¡Qué bonito! (How...Read More
Tan vs Tanto: What’s the Difference?
Knowing whether to use tan vs tanto is an issue for beginners and even intermediate learners. However, I’ll show you that there is an easy way to solve this issue once and for all! In this article, you’ll learn the real difference between tan and tanto and how to use each term like a native speaker. I’ll give you plenty of examples, and even useful expressions to sprinkle into your Spanish...Read More
10 Creative Ways to Practice Spanish
Are you tired of your Spanish textbook and looking for more entertaining ways to practice Spanish? Do you feel like you had hit a wall and need more ideas to practice at home or online? If you’ve already switched your language settings on your electronic devices to Spanish and need something more, let’s say it, creative—keep reading. I’ve been there. I know what it feels...Read More
18 Preterite Trigger Words in Spanish for Conversations in Past Tense
Let the preterite trigger words become your friends! Spanish past tenses can be tricky and you might find the possible choices making you feel a bit insecure. The biggest question on a seasoned Spanish learner’s mind is: Which past tense should I use to sound like a native in conversations with my Spanish friends? The good news is, the preterite tense becomes easier after you...Read More