Halloween in Spanish: Vocabulary and Activities for Kids
Black cats, pumpkins, and witch hats are back! Another Halloween is upon us, and this year you can add even more excitement to your spooky celebration with some Spanish PDFs and printables. Let’s jump into the material for having a happy Halloween in Spanish! Halloween in Spanish: Vocabulary First of all, Halloween goes by a few popular names in Spanish: Halloween (pronounced as if...Read More
100+ Basic Spanish Phrases: Fluency From Scratch
Start a conversation using this list of 100+ common Spanish phrases for beginners! Simple Spanish communication involves using short phrases and basic Spanish words. If you’re new to the adventure of becoming a fluent Spanish speaker, having useful Spanish phrases to use on a daily basis puts you on the right track. This list is guaranteed to equip you to know what to say if...Read More
25 Spanish Commands for Your Dog
Strengthen your relationship with your loving animal companion by using Spanish commands for dogs! There are dozens of benefits to using a different language when talking to your furry friend! Teaching your dog commands in Spanish makes it easier for them to pick out the foreign words from your normal English. Spanish commands are also a great idea if you’re moving to a Spanish...Read More
50 Feelings and Emotions in Spanish: Expressions, Vocab, and Grammar
Enjoy this guide to expressing your feelings and emotions in Spanish! Many of us think that “feelings” (los sentimientos) and “emotions” (las emociones) are the same, but they are actually different. Emotional experiences and physical sensations—like hunger, sadness, or surprise—cause feelings. Feelings are conscious experiences, while emotions can be either conscious or subconscious....Read More
31 Spanish Phrasal Verbs That Will Take Your Fluency to the Next Level
Spanish phrasal verbs are an essential component you need to excel on your journey to becoming a fluent Spanish speaker. Intuitively mastering Spanish grammar requires you to know how to build sentences and choose the correct verbs for expressing yourself. Tackle this challenge with this list of 31 Spanish phrasal verbs that will take your fluency to the next level. What...Read More
50 Spanish Idioms To Use in Your Everyday Conversations
If your goal is to speak Spanish like a native, then at some point you will have to learn to use a variety of Spanish idioms. Why not start today? In this post, I’m discussing what Spanish idioms are and why you should learn them. I will also give you a list of some of the most common Spanish idioms that you can use in your everyday conversations. What’s an Idiom?...Read More
14 Spanish Sayings That Mexican Moms Say
Mexican moms and grandmas are famous for being wise and teaching through tough love. Although many of their Mexican sayings seem like threats or orders, they always come with a pinch of comedy. After all, life lessons are best learned with a sense of humor. Mexican moms not only take care of the little ones, but also feel compelled to teach life lessons through their every word. The...Read More
20 Cuban Slang Words That Will Make You Sound Native
Learning Cuban slang words gives you the upper hand in understanding the language and culture of this fascinating Caribbean island. In this post, learn what slang is and why you should study Cuban slang. Then, get acquainted with 20 of the most common and useful Cuban slang words, each of which comes with a simple explanation and practical examples you can use on your own. Join...Read More
Why ‘Ahorita’ in Spanish Almost Never Means ‘Now’
Ahorita is for the Mexicans like the letter ñ is for the Spaniards. What you immediately want to translate as “now” almost never means “now.” At least not for the Mexicans. However, other countries in Latin America also have a very peculiar relationship with this concept. Ahorita is a fascinating word with layers of meaning within it depending on context and also the region the speakers...Read More