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
40 Spanish Words That Came from Arabic
Did you know that many Spanish words overlap with words in other languages? Spanish is spoken in the majority of Latin America, some of the Caribbean, parts of the United States and Canada, in Europe, and even in Asia and Africa! Many other languages have influenced Spanish over the centuries, including its pronunciation and vocabulary! Read this article to learn how the language was...Read More
Respectful Ways to Offer Condolences in Spanish
At sensitive moments, communication is admittedly a little tricky in a foreign language. Do you need to offer your condolences in Spanish but feel unprepared? Are you in a sensitive situation and want to say the right words? Sharing comforting words of care when someone is grieving a death is a way of connecting with others and being empathetic. Read this article to...Read More
The Most Common Ways to Say ‘Have a Good Day’ in Spanish
Friendliness is a universal virtue. Although the phrase “have a good day” in Spanish has become a bit of a cliche, it is still useful to know how to say. It’s always meaningful when said in a heartfelt way in any language. You could argue that the concept of wishing someone a “nice day” isn’t really part of Latin American culture. In that case, que tenga un buen día would be...Read More
20 Cheesiest Spanish Pick-Up Lines That Work Every Time
Are you going out and feeling nervous about using pick-up lines in Spanish? This is a tricky subject, so I get it. Pick-up lines are “attention-grabbers” you say to a person you barely know or a complete stranger who’s inspired your sense of romance. Most people find witty pick-up lines to be charming. But beware! Your success depends on how you deliver...Read More
Te Quiero vs Te Amo: Don’t Say the Wrong ‘I Love You’ in Spanish
There is a misconception about using te quiero vs te amo when expressing the concept of “I love you” in Spanish. Although quiero often means “I want,” te quiero can translate to “I love you” in certain circumstances. The two phrases are used in different ways across the vast Spanish-speaking world. Amar means to love. Te amo is a deeper, more intense declaration of love than...Read More
1,000 Most Common Spanish Words for Beginners
Put on your learning cap, grab a cup of coffee, and get comfy because we’re about to cover the 1,000 most common Spanish words for beginners! There are nearly a million words in the Spanish language, but luckily you don’t need to memorize them all to speak Spanish. We’ve picked out the 1,000 most common Spanish words and created this categorized vocabulary guide so that you can effectively...Read More