What’s the Spanish Lisp? All About the Ceceo
One of the most characteristic sounds you hear when Spaniards speak their own language is known as the Spanish lisp. In the English world, this distinctive sound is identified as a lisp, or a kind of speech disorder. So, is it possible that a whole nation suffers from a speech disorder? If so, how did it come to this? Keep reading to know everything you need to know about...Read More
Guatemala’s Biggest, Most Colorful Market: Chichicastenango
In a mountainous region of Guatemala, with foggy mornings that create a mystic atmosphere and cool yet sunny days, there is one of the most colorful and magical towns in the region: Chichicastenango, or—as the locals call it—Chichi. Chichicastenango’s claim to fame is its market, which is one of the largest and most colorful in all Latin America, and the main theme of this blog post!...Read More
The History and Tradition of Las Cabañuelas
Las cabañuelas, meaning “little huts” in English, are ancient ways of predicting the weather. Interestingly, country people in Spain and Latin America continue to use these folkloric methods and swear by their effectiveness. In the following pages, I cover: History of Las Cabañuelas Theories of how and where they started Different methods of weather prediction ...Read More
12 Coolest Hispanic Holidays You Never Heard Of
Are you trying to decide where and when to go on your first (or next) trip to Latin America? It’s a vast, diverse region with so many countries that it’s hard to choose just one. What if you had information at your fingertips about the coolest Hispanic holidays, when and where they take place, and what they’re all about? Well, exactly that is what you’re...Read More
Top 10 Bilingual Interview Questions To Land Your Dream Job
Excelling at an interview in Spanish determines if you’ll get your dream job or not. Knowing in advance how an interview in Spanish flows, gives you confidence and empowers you to tackle any Spanish questions and answers intuitively. If you’re set on acquiring professional experience abroad or simply want to spice up your resume with Spanish proficiency, preparing ahead of time is...Read More
What’s the Difference Between Hispanic and Latino?
What’s the meaning of Hispanic? Is it the same as being Latino? These two terms are often confused between each other and generate debate about their true meaning. Do you know the difference between Hispanic and Latino? If you don’t, don’t sweat it because I’m here to clarify! First, let me tell you the quick difference: Hispanic refers to people who are descendants of...Read More
These Were the Secret Nazi Colonies in South America
Not many people know there were secret Nazi colonies all across South America. To some, this might not even make sense or be clear as to why it was the case. The Nazi were the members of a mass movement that resulted from the National Socialist German Worker’s Party. The party members ruled Germany under the leadership of totalitarian Adolf Hitler, who promoted nationalism,...Read More
10 Creepy Myths from Spanish-Speaking Countries
Even if you don’t believe in the supernatural, you gotta admit there’s some thrill in being shaken up by good old-fashioned scary stories or myths! Feeling a little bit spooked is an exciting and fun experience, especially when shared with others. In Spanish-speaking countries, scary stories are a big part of our family upbringing—they’re the tales and myths we pass on from...Read More
Are You a Gringo, Gabacho or Guiri? (For Tourists)
Get ready to uncover the meaning and origin of gringo, gabacho, and guiri! These Spanish slang words are essential for any tourist to learn. While they all mean “foreigner” in Spanish, they also have other definitions. This post breaks down each of these terms so that you’ll be able to easily tell them apart! Every country uses its own unique lingo. This guide provides...Read More