How To Write a Formal Letter in Spanish
Learning how to write a formal letter in Spanish is one of the most useful skills you can add to your professional toolbox. “Wait, are you saying that people still write letters?” Yes, and their importance is still as paramount now as ever before. For that reason, today I will review what a formal letter is, the differences between formal and informal letters, and the...Read More
Escuchar vs Oír: What’s the Difference Between These Two Spanish Verbs?
Escuchar and oir can be challenging verbs to master for Spanish learners. People tend to use both verbs to reference the art of hearing and listening. Both words are used interchangeably but have different meanings when you use them in practice. Even native speakers tend to confuse them with each other, which makes it difficult for Spanish learners who want to practice their...Read More
Spanish Grammar for Beginners: The 9 Parts of Speech
One of the most important parts of Spanish grammar for beginners is parts of speech! You’ve probably heard your Spanish teacher talk about terms like sustantivo, verbo, and artículo in class, but what do they mean? Well, these are just a few of the parts of speech in Spanish! Today, you’ll learn what these terms mean as I go over the 9 parts of speech in Spanish. Understanding how to...Read More
The Ultimate Guide to Filler Words in Spanish for More Natural Conversations
Learn about filler words in Spanish and improve your conversation skills! Filler words, palabras de relleno or muletillas, are words we use as a pause to imply we are not done speaking. They come in handy when we are hesitant or are trying to remember what to say. Feel free to use these filler words in Spanish as an opportunity to recover your train of thought in a foreign...Read More
How to Properly Use Spanish Intonation
Learning Spanish involves learning many different parts of the language, grammar rules, conjugation of verbs, spelling—and yes, Spanish intonation! Intonation is a fascinating habit that we don’t even take notice of, unless there’s an error or difference. Otherwise, it just seems to flow naturally in the background of our conversations. When you’re learning a new language,...Read More
What You Should Know About Indirect Objects in Spanish
Indirect objects in Spanish are a key topic to master. Spanish speakers use them in every single conversation. Understanding and knowing how to use indirect objects is essential. Today, let me explain to you what indirect objects in Spanish are and how to use them in a sentence. I promise to give many formulas and examples to make this topic easy to follow. This guide offers an answer...Read More
Venir Conjugation: Free Spanish Lesson and Quiz
If you’re a Spanish learner, you’ve come to the right place for a lesson on venir conjugation! The Spanish verb venir means “to come.” Venir is an irregular, stem-changing -ir verb, similar to seguir. Read this lesson to discover the ins and outs of venir conjugation in the following moods and tenses: Indicative mood (present, past, past imperfect, conditional, and future...Read More
How to Say ‘You’ in Formal and Informal Spanish
If English is the only language you (currently) speak, the you (formal) concept in Spanish is new. Even if you don’t yet know about the formal and informal you in Spanish, you probably already know when to use each one. Would you call the attention of your teacher by shouting out, “Hey dude”? Of course not! A message you write to your boss is surely different from the one...Read More
Understanding the Spanish Subjunctive in Noun Clauses
Do you know how to use the subjunctive in noun clauses? It’s actually an easy topic to grasp if you already have a foundation in Spanish grammar. To access a quick but thorough overview of the subjunctive in noun clauses, keep reading! I cover all the grammar elements necessary to master the topic and give you lots of examples of the subjunctive in noun clauses. At...Read More