Summer in Spanish: 30 Words to Describe Your Job, Internship, or Volunteer Gig
You finally landed that summer job, internship, or volunteer opportunity. Nice work! Whether you’re babysitting, helping at a clinic, scooping ice cream, or filing paperwork at an office, this summer is full of real-world experience. So, how do you talk about it in Spanish? That’s where this post comes in. You need more than textbook vocabulary when you’re learning Spanish at work or...Read More
Small Talk in Spanish: How to Sound Natural with Coworkers, Clients, and Classmates
Have you ever had someone greet you in Spanish and your brain totally blanked? You know you should say something back, but what? And how do you keep the conversation going without sounding awkward? If this sounds familiar, you’re not alone. Casual conversation, or “small talk,” is one of the hardest parts of learning Spanish. Not because it’s complicated, but because it’s...Read More
25 Spanish Phrases Every Teen Should Know Before Their First Job Interview
So you landed your first job interview, amazing! Whether it’s for a part-time summer job, an internship, or a volunteer opportunity, speaking a little Spanish during the interview can set you apart. The good news? You don’t need to be fluent to make a great impression. You just need to know what to say, when to say it, and how to sound confident doing it. This blog is your...Read More
25 Essential Spanish Phrases for Nervous Travelers (And When to Use Them)
You’ve booked the trip, brushed up on your Spanish app, and dreamed about strolling through cobblestone streets—but when it’s time to speak Spanish in real life, nerves take over. If you’ve ever worried about blanking at the airport, struggling to order a meal, or asking for help in an emergency, you’re not alone. That’s exactly why this vocabulary list was created—for travelers like you...Read More
From Snacks to Dinners: Spanish Vocabulary for Food That Teens Actually Talk About
Food is one of the most natural, relatable ways to make Spanish come alive, especially for teens. Whether grabbing snacks with friends, ordering at a restaurant, or helping with dinner at home, food vocabulary gives beginner learners real-world words they can use daily. For parents who want to support their teens’ Spanish fluency journey without speaking the language themselves, this...Read More
What to Say When You’re Not Sure What to Say – in Spanish!
You’re mid-conversation, and you blank. Use these friendly phrases to keep talking naturally. There’s nothing more frustrating than this: you’re in a Spanish conversation with a family member or friend, you’re doing okay… and then it happens. You get stuck. You freeze. Your brain stalls out, the words vanish, and you’re left smiling awkwardly while the conversation keeps going without...Read More
Real Spanish for Real Life: Top Beginner Phrases
When your teens start learning Spanish, they don’t just need grammar rules; they need real words they can actually use. That’s where this blog comes in. Whether they’re navigating class, chatting with friends, or running errands with you, these beginner-friendly Spanish phrases will help them speak with confidence from day one. Instead of memorization, your teen will get expressions they...Read More
Your Child Knows Some Spanish Words, Now What? How to Turn Vocabulary Into Real Conversations
Knowing “hola” is a great start, but fluency comes when your child starts using Spanish with confidence. If your elementary-aged child already knows a few basic words and phrases but isn’t quite speaking in full sentences yet, you might be wondering what to do next. Should you wait for more vocabulary to build up? Or is it time to help them move into actual conversation? Here’s the good...Read More
29 Cool and Catchy Spanish Phrases To Use With Friends [+Audio]
Cool Spanish phrases are just what you need to spice up your conversations and make them interesting. As a rich and diverse language, Spanish has memorable words and sayings you’ll get to adore. There are many different expressions and ways to express joy, excitement, and coolness. These are often representatives of slang and culture, which is basic in any language for maintaining...Read More