30 Ways to Say ‘Thank You’ and ‘You’re Welcome’ in Spanish [Audio]
Have you noticed how in English you have a wide variety of ways of saying “thank you,” but in Spanish you only know gracias? In Spain and Latin America, as in most places, expressing heartfelt gratitude is essential. With the following phrases, you can express those feelings in a variety of ways and in a wide array of situations. Keep reading to learn more than 30 ways to say...Read More
Awesome Spanish Books for Kids in Elementary
The best books to learn Spanish for elementary kids not only teach the language but motivate, inspire, and ignite the imagination. Elementary students love to discover the world through books—it’s where they get first impressions and are introduced to new, interesting concepts. Spanish learning books are proven to draw students’ attention and keep them engaged. In this...Read More
Beginner’s Guide to Spanish Conjugation
Do you want to learn Spanish but you fear Spanish conjugation? Don’t worry, I’ll show you that the conjugation concept is not difficult for an English speaker—and that you already know more than you think. I promise that by the end of this article, you’ll know basic Spanish tenses, you’ll be able to conjugate regular and irregular Spanish verbs, and know where to look for help when you...Read More
Vocabulary Guide to Seafood in Spanish
Are you going out to dinner with Spanish-speaking friends and wish to know the names of seafood in Spanish? Or are you looking for an excuse to learn Spanish and want to cook seafood dishes using Spanish recipes? Mariscos (seafood) are an important part of Hispanic cuisine. Many of these traditions come from different parts of the globe and landed in Spain and Latin...Read More
World’s Most Complete Spanish Pronunciation Guide [+Audio]
Good news! Spanish pronunciation is easy. Linguists consider Spanish a phonetic language—meaning it’s usually pronounced the way it’s written. The same letters and combinations of letters are always pronounced the same way. You won’t get surprises like “pear” and “spear.” All you need to do is to get to know some rules and how to pronounce Spanish letters and letter...Read More
Spanish Spelling With B and V: Word List, Verbs, and Pronunciation
How would you pronounce the following Spanish words: barón (baron) and varón (male)? Did you make them sound different? Well, you shouldn’t have. Don’t worry, you’re not alone! English speakers tend to have problems with the pronunciation of the Spanish b and v. First, because these two letters have the same sound in Spanish. Second, because depending on their...Read More
Diphthongs, Triphthongs, and Hiatus in Spanish
If you dream of speaking Spanish like a native speaker, you need to build your understanding of diphthongs, triphthongs, and hiatus. Don’t worry. I’m here to help! After reading this article, you’ll not only know what these phonetic terms mean, but you’ll also dramatically improve your pronunciation of Spanish words and phrases through practice! Ready? Let’s go! Is Spanish...Read More
Easy Guide to the WEIRDO Subjunctive
If you’ve been trying to figure out the Spanish subjunctive rules, you’ve probably come across the WEIRDO subjunctive acronym. In fact, WEIRDO exists to help Spanish learners understand the subjunctive. Keep reading to discover how understanding the WEIRDO subjunctive helps you master this important grammar topic. To prove your new knowledge, take the multiple-choice test at the...Read More
7 Easy-to-Fix Pronunciation Mistakes Spanish Learners Make
Perhaps you’ve been studying Spanish for some time, and yet the moment you open your mouth to say something, it’s clear that you’re a native English speaker. Don’t worry! This is due to some easy-to-fix pronunciation mistakes. Most people start studying a language by focusing on grammar and vocabulary, leaving pronunciation on the back burner. And as long as you’re understandable,...Read More