The Ultimate Guide to All Colors in Spanish
The world of colors in Spanish is full of mysteries and wonders to discover. Colors in Spanish and in English are a daily part of life. They bring joy and make our surroundings vivid and visually appealing. Los colores (colors) are possible to admire in decoration, art, clothes, objects, pictures, and living organisms. Above all, colors serve as a form of expression and...Read More
How To Pronounce R and RR in Spanish
The r in Spanish is one of the most challenging pronunciation issues for new learners of the language. Listening to a native Spanish speaker saying carretera or ferrocarril for the first time, always produces a strong impression on my Spanish students. That thrill of the RRs is completely new for them. However, the sound of the rolling r is just a sound like any other. A new and...Read More
25 Romantic Spanish Phrases You Don’t Want To Ignore
Learn Spanish with these 100+ romantic Spanish phrases! Love is a beautiful and exciting experience. Romantic love is a process that has many stages and the way you talk to your significant other influences the course of your relationship. You may read all the sections in this post in order and practice these common romantic Spanish phrases and questions with English...Read More
How to Use Relative Adjectives in Spanish
Do you know how relative adjectives in Spanish differ from regular adjectives? Or how they’re different from relative pronouns? Keep reading to find out. I’ll show you how relative adjectives in Spanish are similar to and different from regular adjectives, and I’ll teach you how to use them in a sentence. You’ll get to know all the possible forms of relative adjectives in Spanish and see...Read More
40 Spanish Words of Greek Origin
We can find Greek-origin words in almost all of our daily conversations. Ancient Greece not only influenced the forms of government of our modern society but also the way we communicate in other languages, especially Spanish. Let’s explore the presence of Greek in Spanish and why Greek is so strongly tied to the language you love learning! Brief History of Spanish Language...Read More
How to Talk About Length of Time in Spanish: Durar, Tardar, Llevar
Three verbs exist to talk about length of time in Spanish—durar, tardar, and llevar. But learning Spanish is not only the translation of English words and sentences but also learning how the language works. So, instead of asking what durar, tardar, and llevar mean, let’s see how these verbs function in Spanish sentences. Keep reading to learn the many ways to talk about...Read More
How to Master Verbal Periphrasis in Spanish
Verbal periphrasis in Spanish is easier than it sounds. I’ll show you how to grasp the concept easily and divide the topic into easy-to-digest and logical chunks. Get ready for lots of helpful examples with vocabulary that’s understandable even for beginners. Keep reading this article to learn everything about Spanish verbal periphrasis. At the end, you’ll be able to check your...Read More
20+ Spanish Expressions Using ‘Más’ and ‘Menos’
Spanish expressions are a fast pass to sound like a native! Learn Spanish expressions using the adverbs más and menos to express excitement, love, preference, and more! Más in English means “more” and menos means “less,” but depending on the context those meanings can become something completely different. I will cover famous Spanish expressions that will also serve as a...Read More
How to Say ‘No’ in Spanish: Formal and Informal Expressions
Do you know how to say “no” in Spanish in a polite way? It’s not necessarily easy to say “no” in Spanish or any other language. Being assertive is a skill that takes practice. Of course, you don’t want to be rude or offensive. Keep reading to learn how to say “no” in Spanish politely and colloquially. I’ll show you many useful expressions for turning things down or denying what other...Read More