Master the Difference Between Donde and Adonde
Donde and adonde look similar, don’t they? But don’t get confused, they are two words with different meanings. However, it’s an easy topic in Spanish grammar and I guarantee that you will know the difference between them before you’re finished with this blog post! Read on to learn the similarities and differences between these two words, as well as in which situations to use them. At...Read More
When to Use De vs Desde and What’s the Difference in Meaning?
Desde and de in Spanish are two prepositions that cause a bit of confusion because they both mean “from.” When it comes to choosing between those two, knowing different usages and meanings will give you the tools to make the right choice. Today we unravel the difference between de vs desde with definitions, guides for usage, and clever tricks for using them...Read More
Cuantos vs Cuantas: How Many in Spanish?
Ready to learn all about cuantos in Spanish? Have you been searching the internet with terms like “cuantas translation,” “cuantas meaning,” or “cuantos definition”? No, I didn’t get access to all your cookies, I just know what students at your level want and need to learn in relation to this topic! In this blog post, learn how to say “how much” and “how many” in Spanish....Read More
Master the Past Perfect Tense in Spanish (El Pluscuamperfecto)
The past perfect tense in Spanish is probably the last indicative past tense that you’re learning. If you already have a firm grasp of other past tenses, you should be able to learn this one really quickly! Whether you want to write in the past perfect tense, use it in conversations, or you just need somebody to explain the past perfect tense once for all, this article is for you. ...Read More
How to Use ‘Apenas’ in Spanish: Definitions and Common Phrases
You barely got here in time for a lesson about how to use apenas in Spanish! Apenas has many different translations and meanings such as “barely,” “as soon as,” “hardly,” and many more. Read ahead to learn how to say apenas correctly in different contexts—and be sure to test your new knowledge with the quiz at the end of this post! ¡Apenas terminemos te daré un tip para...Read More
20 Spanish Adverbs of Frequency and How to Use Them
How often do you take a shower? How often do you walk your dog? How often do you eat out? Always, generally, hardly ever or never? These are some ways of answering all of these questions. These words are adverbs—more specifically, Spanish adverbs of frequency. The definition of an adverb is a word that modifies: an adjective a verb or even another adverb. Most...Read More
Volver vs Regresar: What’s the Difference Between these Spanish Verbs?
During the length of your Spanish studies, you’re going to find some verbs with very similar meanings, such as volver and regresar. However, being very similar doesn’t mean that they’re exactly the same or interchangeable in every situation. For this reason, you have to learn the subtleties of each verb and their variances in meaning. In this post, I’m introducing you to the...Read More
Venir vs Llegar: How to Use these Two Spanish Verbs
Venir and llegar both have lots of similar uses, so sometimes it can be hard to tell the difference between the two. These words usually mean “to come” or “to arrive” and are sometimes interchangeable. So, how do you know when to use one or the other? Our detailed venir vs llegar guide tells you not only how to conjugate these verbs, but also how to use them. Take a look at our...Read More
Tratar vs Probar: What’s the Difference Between these Spanish Verbs?
How do you say “try to” in Spanish? Intentar, probar, tratar? Some students get confused with so many options for one single word. However, you’ll see it’s easier than you think. Today, I’m teaching you what the difference between tratar, probar, and intentar are; when to use each one of them, and when you can safely choose whichever you like. You’re also getting conjugation charts for...Read More