Using Polite Expressions in Spanish in 15 Common Scenarios
If we may—por favor and gracias—let’s sit down and talk polite expressions in Spanish. In any culture and language, we use expressions socially as a way of consideration and respect for others. In Latin culture, as well as within each individual country, many particular polite expressions in Spanish exist, and are perhaps more frequently used than in English. As a guest...Read More
Advanced Spanish Vocabulary: Word Families [familia de palabras]
Would you like to significantly improve your Spanish vocabulary? Today, I’m going to show you a smart way to do just that—without relying on boring memorization tricks. Word families have the power to improve your Spanish vocabulary, as they offer clues to the meaning of words and connect to other similar words. Keep reading to discover what word families are, how they will help...Read More
A Quick Guide to Expressing Your Needs in Spanish
¿Qué necesitas? What do you need? Let’s learn how to express your needs in Spanish. Even in our native language, we may have a hard time expressing our needs to others. Still, it’s essential to be able to verbalize our needs and communicate with other people about what is important to us. Consider following these simple guidelines: Use as much first-person language as you...Read More
How to Describe the World in Spanish: A Fun Guide for Explorers
What’s more interesting than describing the world in Spanish? Despite our differences in nationality, gender, religion, language, and culture—the world unites us. After all, each of us is a living, breathing human on Earth. And as you learn Spanish or teach it to your children, you’re likely inspired to explore the world in the Spanish language. Learning a foreign language...Read More
Celebrate Thanksgiving in Spanish! Vocabulary for Kids
Thanksgiving is a special time of year that is uniquely celebrated in the United States and Canada. Even so, celebrating Thanksgiving in Spanish is common for Latino families living in these countries as well as for families who prize language-learning in their homes. El día de la acción de gracias is a significant day for families to get together, share abundant amounts of food, and give...Read More
Slow or Fast in Spanish: How to Talk About Speed
Whether you’re a speed racer or a slowpoke, it’s useful to be able to discuss people and things that are slow and fast in Spanish. Faster than the speed of lightning… let’s get started! Keep reading to learn the essential vocabulary you’ll need to talk about speed in Spanish, plus a few interesting dichos (sayings) related to speed. Speed in Spanish When talking about “speed,” the...Read More
Soul-Stirring Spanish Terms of Endearment for Anyone You Love
Terms of endearment express affection to everyone we love—to our pets, children, partners, friends, and relatives. Spanish speakers tend to be quite loving and affectionate gente, giving life to an inspiring collection of Spanish terms of endearment that fill the heart with joy. In the Spanish and Latin American culture, expressing your care for another person is an essential part of...Read More
How to Talk About Your Mood in Spanish
What are you in the mood for? Spanish is known for being expressive, warm, and passionate. The language offers a variety of ways to talk about our emotions (las emociones) and feelings (los sentimientos). Learn more about expressing feelings and emotions in Spanish. To clarify, this post is not about the subjunctive mood (el modo subjuntivo) in Spanish. If you’re looking to...Read More
3 Types of Morning Routines in Spanish: Which Is Yours?
Are you a morning person? Or do you require time, effort, and/or coffee to fully wake up each day? The way we start our day sets the tone for the whole day. Creating space in your morning for both joy and achievement is a fabulous way to cultivate balance and structure in your daily life. This post explores the concept of routines in Spanish—and provides some thought-provoking...Read More