Master All the Forms of Ser in Spanish: Your Ultimate Grammar Guide
Who am I? Who are you? These two most basic questions of identity serve as our introduction to the many forms of ser in Spanish. Ser is one of the two prominent “to be” verbs in Spanish; the other is estar. Ser is an irregular -er verb, so it doesn’t follow regular verb ending patterns. Being able to use all the forms of ser in Spanish will make you a more fluent speaker. Keep reading...Read More
20 Most Common Subjunctive Triggers in Spanish
In your Spanish-learning process, chances are that you’ve faced some challenges while dealing with the subjunctive. The secret to mastering this mood is to simply start using it, instead of trying to understand exactly how it works. And you can achieve this by learning the subjunctive triggers! Sometimes grammar rules are too dry. If you have a chance to put what you’re learning into...Read More
‘How Much Is It?’ in Spanish: A Guide to Travel and Shopping
Do you know how to ask “how much is it?” in Spanish? If you’re planning a trip to a Spanish-speaking country, prices and budgets are no doubt a central part of your experience. By learning to ask and answer this question, you’ll be able to organize your money properly, purchase what you’re looking for, and stay on budget (if that’s even possible!). In this blog post, we’ll explore...Read More
Familial Bonds: Expressing ‘Sister-in-Law’ in Spanish and Family Vocabulary
When you start learning a new language, family vocabulary is one of the first things you want to cover. Talking about your family members with your new foreign friends creates special bonds, and being able to do it in the language you’ve just started studying seems like a big accomplishment. Learning a new language isn’t just about grasping words and phrases; it’s about unlocking...Read More
100 Easy Spanish Words for True Beginners
If you learn just 100 easy Spanish words, you will have learned far more of the Spanish language than you might think! Why? We repeat ourselves. We use certain words more frequently and more commonly in how we express in any language. This includes Spanish, where these easy Spanish words are often repeated. Take your Spanish to the next level the fun way!Sign up for your free...Read More
Earth Day Projects for Kids + Spanish Earth Day Vocabulary
Growing up, I was always that kid with a magnifying glass in one hand and a science kit in the other, absolutely mesmerized by the world of science. Fast forward to now, and that same thrill for discovery runs through my daughters. Our bond is pretty special, especially when we’re mixing up experiments and creating new ways to mess up the kitchen table. And when April rolls around, we get all...Read More
23 Common Spanish Prepositions You Can Use Today
What do the little words “of,” “to,” “from,” and “on” have in common? They’re prepositions! Similarly to English prepositions, Spanish prepositions are everywhere and you use them all the time—or, at least after reading this article, you will. Prepositions are like the glue that holds language together. They allow you to connect words and express the relationship of different...Read More
25 Common Subjunctive Phrases in Spanish Conversation
Still confused by some subjunctive phrases in Spanish? Or perhaps you get it now, but you’re ready to master it with a bit more practice. This is normal. The subjunctive mood in Spanish is peculiar in that when you first learn it, it’s uncomfortably foreign—but magically once you practice it, it flows naturally. That’s because you get used to hearing the verbs...Read More
What Is an Infinitive in Spanish?
You probably know about the infinitive in English, but what is an infinitive in Spanish? That’s another question. Infinitives play a crucial role in the way we construct sentences and express ourselves in Spanish. For this reason, in this post we’ll learn what an infinitive in Spanish is what the 3 types of infinitives are when you should use an infinitive in Spanish,...Read More