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Qué Tal vs Cómo Estás: What’s the Difference?
Qué tal vs cómo estás is one of the first debates new Spanish learners engage in. That’s because these two everyday Spanish phrases are so common. But, what’s the difference between qué tal and cómo estás? Are they the same? Or do they only exist to torment new learners of the language like yourself? Today, I’m explaining the subtle differences between these two greeting...Read More![](https://www.spanish.academy/wp-content/uploads/2021/03/How-to-Write-Dates-in-Spanish-min.png)
How To Write Dates in Spanish
Mark your calendar: today’s the day you’ll learn how to write dates, or las fechas, in Spanish! You may want to write an email, book your next holiday to a Spanish-speaking destination, or schedule an event. Learn how to write dates in Spanish so you can enjoy planning holidays, events, and days out while also making sure that you’ll be there at the right time. Once you understand the...Read More![](https://www.spanish.academy/wp-content/uploads/2020/12/50-Simple-Spanish-Questions-to-Ask-in-a-Conversation-and-How-to-Answer-Featured-Image.jpg)
50 Simple Spanish Questions To Ask in a Conversation (and How To Answer)
Want to know how to create more fluid and authentic Spanish conversations? The secret ingredient is questions! Just a few simple Spanish questions can transform your quiet small talk into a flowing conversation. Don’t let your anxiety or nerves stop you from starting that first dialogue. Intimate conversations create lasting bonds, increased happiness, greater life...Read More![](https://www.spanish.academy/wp-content/uploads/2022/06/20-Free-Spanish-Books-Novels-and-Stories-in-PDF-and-Printables-min.png)
20 Free Spanish Books, Novels, and Stories in PDF and Printables
Are you ready to read in Spanish? We’ve compiled a list of more than 20 Spanish books in PDF form to keep you and your family busy reading! The following PDF books, novels, and stories are organized by age groups: Preschoolers (2-5) Kids (6-12) Teens (13-17) Adults (18+) All the links have been checked and approved for quality! Who Is Homeschool Spanish...Read More![](https://www.spanish.academy/wp-content/uploads/2022/08/Short-Love-Poems-in-Spanish-are-the-Perfect-Valentines-Day-Gift-min.png)
Short Love Poems in Spanish Are the Perfect Valentine’s Day Gift
Are you ready to feel the love with these short love poems in Spanish? These classic love poems are the ideal way to express your feelings for someone special on Valentine’s Day in a unique and romantic way. Dedicating a short Spanish love poem to a loved one is a wonderful way to show your devotion and how much you care about them. There are many treasures and amazing things...Read More![](https://www.spanish.academy/wp-content/uploads/2023/01/Pets-in-Spanish-Complete-Vocabulary-Lesson-for-Beginners-min.png)
Pets in Spanish: Complete Vocabulary Lesson for Beginners
Talking about pets in Spanish is both fun and educational! Whether you’re a beginner or an experienced Spanish speaker, mastering pet-related words can give you a better understanding of the language and help you communicate with native speakers more effectively. Plus, there’s nothing quite like the satisfaction of being able to talk about your beloved pet in the language...Read More![](https://www.spanish.academy/wp-content/uploads/2021/02/Spanish-Verb-Tener-Subjunctive-Mood-How-To-Use-It-the-Right-Way-min.png)
‘Tener’ Subjunctive Mood: How To Use It the Right Way
The subjunctive forms of the Spanish verb tener may look hard at first, but they are actually quite easy. We are going to show you why! Luckily, you don’t need to memorize all of these conjugations—instead, focus on understand their usage to be able to apply the verb to all sorts of new scenarios. Keep reading to learn more about the Spanish verb tener, its many meanings, and how...Read More![](https://www.spanish.academy/wp-content/uploads/2021/03/Ser-Conjugation-Free-Spanish-Lesson-Quiz-Exercises-and-PDF-min.png)
Ser Conjugation: Free Spanish Lesson, Quiz, Exercises, and PDF
To be, or not to be? That is the question… Or is it? The real question is: Which “to be” verb do I use in Spanish and how do I conjugate it correctly? As you likely already know, two different verbs exist in Spanish that mean “to be,” and each has a very precise meaning. In this blog post, we explore in depth the Spanish verb ser and its conjugation. (Want to...Read More![](https://www.spanish.academy/wp-content/uploads/2020/06/Spanish-Preterite-vs-Imperfect-25-Online-Exercises-to-Practice-Your-Skills.png)
Spanish Preterite vs Imperfect: 25 Online Exercises to Practice Your Skills
Are you ready to practice your skills on the Spanish preterite vs. imperfect? The information and exercises in this blog post are for those who already know how to conjugate the verbs in Spanish but want to learn how to use them correctly. Put on your grammar goggles, and let’s get into the nitty-gritty details of these two verbs! Join more than 559 million people on the planet who...Read More![](https://www.spanish.academy/wp-content/uploads/2021/03/10-Original-and-Lovely-Mexican-Terms-of-Endearment-min.png)