7 Famous Flamenco Singers Who Made Us Weep
Flamenco, as a central part of Spain’s cultural identity, has given rise to famous flamenco singers whose voices and stage presence embody the passion and profound emotional state that characterize this folkloric music style. When you think about flamenco, it’s likely that many traditional images come to mind, such as men playing the guitar, people clapping to a hypnotic beat, women...Read More
The Most Popular Spanish Songs of 2020 for Learning Spanish
Are you fascinated by popular Spanish songs? Their rhythm, lyrics, and melodies are fantastic. By reading this blog post, you’ll discover the most popular Spanish songs of 2020, what they’re about, essential vocabulary, and their lyrics. Let’s go! 10 Popular Spanish Songs For starters, let’s make it clear that these popular Spanish songs are rated G, meaning they’re for...Read More
8 Spanish Youtubers Who Make Language Learning Fun
Watching Spanish youtubers is a super popular learning method for Spanish students. Why? Because it’s fun to watch videos while learning a new skill. Providing entertaining language learning resources has become a competitive playing field with endless options to choose from. As a language expert, I always aim to make the learning experience enjoyable. This is key because if...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
A Brief History of the Dirtiest, Most Destructive Wars in Latin America
The deadliest wars in Latin America have killed millions of people, leaving consequences that continue to shape the region’s history and current events. Humanity has been involved in war throughout our existence. In most conflicts and wars, the majority of people affected are innocent civilians. In an attempt to exert dominance and power over nations, political parties, or...Read More
11 Hispanic Culture Books You Need to Read
We’re about to deep-dive into Hispanic culture. Books and other top-notch Hispanic literature are not only alive and thriving within this culture, but also hold some of the greatest treasures in the literary world. But wait—what does “Hispanic” mean? Is it Hispanic or Latino? If you’re unfamiliar with the word Hispanic, the term was first used by the US government in the...Read More
Can Spanish Speakers Understand Italian?
Knowing if Spanish speakers can understand Italian is important if you’re a polyglot thinking about the next language you’ll tackle—or maybe you’re just curious about whether Spanish speakers can understand Italian or not. The two languages do have similar words, phrases, and grammatical structures. This is because they’re both romance languages! But having a common ancestor might...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
Coronavirus in Latin America: How Some Countries Are Handling It
The coronavirus in Latin America has led to a difficult pandemic situation. Various countries have handled the challenge in different ways. Lockdown has proven to be the most effective way to keep the virus under control. But with lockdowns in place, the economy suffers. Because many people in Latin America live on a day-to-day basis, the coronavirus in Latin America is much more...Read More