Tocar vs Jugar: What’s the Difference Between these Spanish Verbs?
Have you ever wondered what’s the difference between tocar and jugar? I ask because these two Spanish verbs can get tricky for native English speakers sometimes, and the reason for that is the double meaning of the English verb “to play.” You can play a game, but also a piano. In Spanish, you have two verbs to express those two different actions. And that’s why we have a tocar vs jugar...Read More
How to Go to The Veterinarian in Spanish
Did you know that 54% of Americans have at least one pet? According to a 2020 study, our animal friends need a lot of care. If you have an emergency and need to get help as soon as possible, simply say: ¡Necesito ayuda con mi mascota! I need help with my pet! Because dogs and cats are the most popular pets, this vocabulary guide mainly focuses on them (with some...Read More
All the Ways to Say ‘Update’ in Spanish
Welcome to this post about how to say “update” in Spanish, including its synonyms. You can update information or people within your working circle, or you can update software, apps or phones at home. While it is a universal word in the English language, in Spanish there are many terms and phrases that aren’t necessarily exchangeable and do not mean the same thing. Read ahead to find...Read More
Chismeando: How to Spread Gossip in Spanish
Have you heard there is a new lesson about gossip in Spanish? It was a secret but it is all out in the open now! Gossiping is a big part of popular culture all around the world and a window inside other countries’ cultures. Major industries have been built upon the fact that we want to know everyone’s latest news. Normally, this activity is seen as time-consuming and not worthy, but I am...Read More
100+ Spanish Travel Vocabulary Words for Latin America
If you plan to visit Latin America on vacation, knowing Spanish travel vocabulary is essential to make your experience safe, smooth, and pleasant. Latin American Spanish is rich and diverse. While there’s a lot of regionalismo (regional vocabulary) in Latin America, many words are considered neutral, meaning almost everyone understands them, and they make communication easier....Read More
The Essential Guide to Spanish Linking Words
What are Spanish linking words? Well, they simply make you sound better, both in speech and in writing. Your sentences flow naturally, and your ideas logically build on each other. Sparkle your essay with a couple of good linking words in Spanish and you’ll surely get an A. Let’s take a closer look at Spanish linking words, different types that exist, and how to...Read More
A List of Spanish Homophones
What are Spanish homophones? And how are they different from homographs and homonyms? Along with a long list of common and useful Spanish homophones, learn the difference between homophones, homographs, and homonyms! Empecemos.Let’s begin. Homophones, Homographs, and Homonyms: What’s the...Read More
A Vocabulary Guide: At the Spanish Bakery
Are you hungry to learn what you can find in a Spanish bakery? Latin America and Spain share a lot of baked goods traditions, names of breads and cakes, and even coffee kinds to pair them up with. In most Hispanic countries (like Mexico, where I’m from), we have more than one word for bakery, such as panadería, pastelería, and repostería. But what do they mean,...Read More
16 Spanish Auxiliary Verbs You’ve Been Missing
Have you heard of Spanish auxiliary verbs? In Spanish grammar, verbs are an extensive topics. Today, we’ll focus on a specific group: auxiliary verbs. You may know what auxiliary verbs are in English but be unsure if there are auxiliary verbs in Spanish and if so, how they function. You might have googled “hacer auxiliary verb” to find a Spanish equivalent to the most popular English...Read More