Babbel vs Rosetta Stone: Which Is Better?
Babbel vs Rosetta Stone: which language program is best for you? Many free language learning apps are available on the market today. They offer courses that will help you get on the right track when you want to learn a new language. However, apps like Babbel and Rosetta Stone promise to take you to a higher level of understanding with premium courses. Let’s take a look at...Read More
10 Reliable Online Medical Dictionaries in Spanish
Having a medical dictionary handy is critical to a medical professional’s working life. And imagine how useful a bilingual medical dictionary is for a doctor treating a patient who only speaks Spanish! Doctors often encounter Spanish speakers on medical missions. A language barrier is detrimental to the quality of attention that the patients receive. Sometimes, interpreters...Read More
100+ Words and Phrases Related to Transportation in Spanish
Let’s learn about transportation in Spanish with a comprehensive guide that’s suitable for all ages and Spanish levels! If you’re learning the language, vocabulary and phrases about transportation in Spanish are key to learn and know by heart. The same goes for any language! When I was living abroad in Belgium, I took a six-month crash course in French that saved my hide when I heard...Read More
How to Talk About Psychology in Spanish
Psychology in Spanish-speaking countries has become more popular as the years go by. With some notable exceptions, Latin America’s field of psychology in Spanish isn’t as big as it is in other countries, but learning about psychology in Spanish is still an important skill that will benefit everyone who reads about it whether or not they’re psychologists themselves. In my experience...Read More
10 Online Games and Activities for National Foreign Language Week 2021
National Foreign Language Week 2021 is here! From March 7-13, teachers all over the United States will be celebrating foreign languages. This year is going to be different than most since the majority of students and classrooms are still being taught online. However, at HSA we make virtual classrooms empowering rather than limiting, and today we’ll share some activities that will make...Read More
The Periodic Table in Spanish: Let’s Learn About The Elements
Knowing about the periodic table in Spanish is useful even if you’re not in the field of chemistry. Why? We use and interact with many elements on a daily basis, in our jewelry, medication, house maintenance, and even our food. Chemistry is everywhere! From the moment you wake up, there are already numerous chemical reactions happening in your brain and body. Having breakfast,...Read More
Your Ultimate Guide to Conditions, Illnesses, and Diseases in Spanish
Knowing how to discuss certain details of disease in Spanish is a crucial skill set for travelers, volunteers, and medical students. In fact, international medical programs are a common reason why you’ll need to learn about diseases in Spanish as you travel through Latin America or Spain while helping people in need. Even if you don’t plan to go abroad on a medical program, Spanish...Read More
Charly García: The Most Unique and Talented Musician from Argentina
Charly García is one of the most influential musicians and songwriters from South America. Known as the Father of Argentine Rock, his music has had political and artistic prowess since the 70s. This artist has a rich and colorful history that extends from his childhood to this day. He has been a part of many successful bands and has a considerable number of albums and songs under his...Read More
19 Spellbinding Spanish Audiobooks on Spotify
Listening to audiobooks on Spotify is a superb way to practice your Spanish, but which ones are worth your time? Listening to narrated audio recordings is a great alternative or complement to reading a book. Audiobooks on Spotify allow you to practice your Spanish while you drive, take a bath, or sit by the fireplace on a chilly night. This list features books for people of...Read More