The Creepy-Crawly Guide to Insects in Spanish: Free Printables and More!
Some bite, sting, and stalk their victims, while others zip, zoom, and fly around our heads on a hot day—the fact is, insects are everywhere. There comes a time in every Spanish learner’s life when you must learn about the little creatures who creep about in the night (or day). Let’s learn about insects in Spanish! The common way to refer to insects in Spanish is to say los insectos, while...Read More
The Glamorous Guide to Beauty Salon Vocabulary in Spanish
Learning about el salón de belleza, or beauty salon in Spanish, is a must for glamorous gente (people). In 2019, 14% of revenue in the beauty industry came from digital media, like YouTube videos and tutorials. And the numbers only got higher during the lockdowns in 2020. Even with the increasing online presence of beauty gurus and experts, the experience of going to a beauty salon...Read More
Irresistible Breakfast Food Vocabulary in Spanish
Do you want to learn about breakfast food in Spanish? How about learning how to say breakfast menu in Spanish? Let me start with a question. What do you eat for breakfast? I can assure you that people in Spanish-speaking countries eat very different breakfast foods. We still eat eggs and drink coffee and orange juice, but the whole dynamic of breakfast is quite different in...Read More
Say ‘By the Way’ in Spanish (and Other Useful Idioms for Conversation)
Have you ever wondered how to say “by the way” in Spanish? What about other useful idioms such as “no way” or “it is what it is”? This post is all about Spanish idioms that are useful tools and connectors to make your conversations in the language feel more natural. Keep reading to learn what an idiom is, how to say “by the way” in Spanish, and what other idioms you can use to...Read More
101 Basic Sentences in Spanish Every Beginner Wants to Know
Knowing basic sentences in Spanish is essential for any amateur learner. Being able to start a conversation, answer simple questions, or provide information is key to building up confidence. Ultimately, if your goal is to be fluent and speak intuitively, becoming familiarized with basic sentences in Spanish is essential. Join me in this entertaining blog post and discover 101...Read More
Sana Sana Colita de Rana and Other Fun Sayings in Spanish
Have you ever heard the expression sana sana colita de rana in Spanish? It’s a Spanish saying used by parents all over Latin America to deal with physical pain of their children. However, the interesting part is that the phrase doesn’t make any sense. It has to do with a frog’s tail. It’s a cultural construct created because it rhymes and has a purpose. Learning these...Read More
The Geek’s Guide to Talk About Your Website in Spanish
Are you looking to design your own website in Spanish, but have no idea about the vocabulary you need for it? Tough the internet is widely populated by English terms, you still need to learn specific vocabulary related to web design, web developing, and SEO. If you’re planning to create a website in Spanish, then there are many terms in Spanish you need to learn. Keep reading to...Read More
60 Common Spanish Flowers from the Tropics (in Spanish)
Are you a lover of Spanish flowers? You’ve come to the right place! In this blog post, you’ll learn about national, medicinal, edible, and other popular Spanish flowers you’ll find when you visit Central and South America—as well as their descriptions. Let’s start! Join 559 million people on the planet who speak Spanish!Sign up for your free trial Spanish class...Read More
20 Classic Mexican Quotes and Proverbs in Spanish
These unique Mexican quotes in Spanish celebrate Mexican culture. They’ve shaped the thinking, traditions, and customs of generations of Mexicans. Proverbs are phrases that reveal a general truth, a moral, or a piece of advice. Mexican proverbs about success, love, and life often include food, animals, or habits. The many benefits of learning these classic Mexican proverbs...Read More