How to Give Congratulations in Spanish
Giving congratulations in Spanish will fill your heart with joy and excitement! Congratulating someone is part of life, and in the globalized world we live in, it’s necessary to know how to do it in many languages! Today, we’ll go through different ways of saying “congratulations” in Spanish, in what scenarios you’d say it, and how to apply the words in a sentence. Let’s go! Basic...Read More
Poder Conjugation: Free Spanish Lesson and PDF
Let’s see what we can do to learn poder conjugation! Poder is a common Spanish verb that translates to “can” or “to be able to.” In any language, people often talk about things that they can or cannot do, from asking or giving permission to discussing skills and abilities (or lack thereof). Poder conjugation is irregular. It is a stem-changing verb, in...Read More
Dormir Conjugation: Free Spanish Lesson and PDF
Sleep is a basic human need, and to talk about rest and sleep in Spanish, you’ll need to learn the dormir conjugation! Dormir is a Spanish verb that means “to sleep.” Its less-common translations are “to rest,” “to slumber,” and “to repose.” Dormir conjugation is irregular. It is a stem-changing verb, in which the –o- in the stem often changes to either...Read More
18 Preterite Trigger Words in Spanish for Conversations in Past Tense
Let the preterite trigger words become your friends! Spanish past tenses can be tricky and you might find the possible choices making you feel a bit insecure. The biggest question on a seasoned Spanish learner’s mind is: Which past tense should I use to sound like a native in conversations with my Spanish friends? The good news is, the preterite tense becomes easier after you...Read More
Así es! The Ultimate Guide to Using ‘Así’ in Spanish
Así in Spanish is a cute little word that can take a long time to understand and master. Quite often it appears in combination with other cute little words and can completely change the meaning of the whole phrase. Therefore, it’s important for us to understand how it works, and learn some basic expressions. Beginners first learn that así in Spanish means “this way”, but...Read More
B2 Reading Practice: Intermediate Spanish Reading Comprehension
Don’t you just love doing intermediate Spanish reading comprehension exercises? Whether you’re a bookworm or just enjoy reading stories every now and then, this blog post is perfect for you! You’ve already conquered verbs, and you likely know the Spanish prepositions, so you’re ready to tackle Spanish verbs that require a preposition. The best way to do this is through intermediate...Read More
A Complete Guide to Spanish Computer Vocabulary
Want to become a Spanish computer whiz? Even if you’re simply looking to become literate in Spanish computer terminology, this post is for you. These terms are especially useful for you if you work with Spanish-speaking colleagues or clients. In today’s digital age, “technology” encompasses high-tech gadgets, like computers, tablets, and smartphones, as well as internet use,...Read More
Positive Adjectives in Spanish for Any Person or Occasion
Positive adjectives are great tools for speakers of any language, including Spanish! By learning them, you’ll be able to give compliments, and describe things, experiences, and occasions in an upbeat way. Positive adjectives are a simple way to expand your knowledge as a beginner or spice up your vocabulary as an intermediate speaker. Before we go into our own list of...Read More
Using Polite Expressions in Spanish in 15 Common Scenarios
If we may—por favor and gracias—let’s sit down and talk polite expressions in Spanish. In any culture and language, we use expressions socially as a way of consideration and respect for others. In Latin culture, as well as within each individual country, many particular polite expressions in Spanish exist, and are perhaps more frequently used than in English. As a guest...Read More