Why ‘Ahorita’ in Spanish Almost Never Means ‘Now’
Ahorita is for the Mexicans like the letter ñ is for the Spaniards. What you immediately want to translate as “now” almost never means “now.” At least not for the Mexicans. However, other countries in Latin America also have a very peculiar relationship with this concept. Ahorita is a fascinating word with layers of meaning within it depending on context and also the region the speakers...Read More
The Ultimate Guide to 200+ Sleep Words in Spanish
Have you ever wondered how to say “good night” in a different way than buenas noches? Have you ever gone to Zara Home in Spain or another Spanish-speaking country to buy bedsheets and got lost with mysterious names and weird sizes? Have you ever heard your friend saying that he couldn’t pegar ojo all night, and you didn’t get why he wanted to” glue his eye”? If you’re...Read More
100 Most Common Spanish Verbs for Beginners: An Easy Start
Do you wonder what the most common verbs in Spanish are? To speak a new language, you need action—in other words, you need verbs! Even in English, you know that you need verbs to bring life to your sentences. Am I right? In fact, this whole introduction wouldn’t exist without verbs! Obviously, Spanish is no different. If you’re just starting, you need to...Read More
Ordinal Numbers in Spanish
Today is my 20th birthday! My party will be at the fifth house on the second avenue. As of now, you’re the first to know! Ok, ok, so today isn’t really my birthday, but without the use of ordinal numbers, I wouldn’t be able to tell you all about it. Ordinal numbers tell us about an object’s position in relation to others. They are the numerical labels that help us arrange objects or...Read More
How to Write a Strong Business Email in Spanish
Do you need to write a business email in Spanish and don’t know where to start? Writing business emails in Spanish is a daily responsibility when doing business in Spanish-speaking countries or with the huge Spanish-speaking market in the U.S. So, learning to properly write an email in Spanish is a smart investment of your time. Keep reading to learn why writing emails in...Read More
Spelling Words in Spanish: Lists and Lessons with the Letter G
Green grapes are great! And so is learning spelling words in Spanish! Spelling isn’t just for kids who want to participate in a spelling bee; it’s for every level and age of learner! Using spelling words in Spanish helps your reading, pronunciation, and comprehension skills. Today, let’s learn about one of the few Spanish letters with two different sounds: the G....Read More
How to Say (and Celebrate) Happy Mother’s Day in Spanish
Do you know how to say “I love my mom” in Spanish? It’s useful knowledge if you want to celebrate Mother’s day in Spanish. Keep reading if you want to learn how to write Mother’s day messages and wishes in Spanish and get some easy greeting card ideas. I also teach you topic-related vocabulary and common phrases to help you express your feelings and describe the importance of your...Read More
Spanish 101: Greetings and Farewells
Have you ever tried to start a conversation with a native Spanish speaker but didn’t know how to do it? That’s normal and just part of the struggles every new learner of the language has to go through. Luckily, I’m here to help by introducing you to the most common and useful Spanish greetings and farewells. Keep reading to learn why greetings are so important in Spanish,...Read More
The Most Comprehensive Business Spanish Guide on the Planet [FREE]
Why You Should Learn Business Spanish Vocabulary If you’re reading this, odds are that you’re learning Spanish and you have a career in the business world. Mastering basic Spanish for business and finance is a skill that offers exciting opportunities and opens new markets for you and your company. Moreover, bilingual employees get paid more, and learning Spanish for business...Read More