11 Nicaraguan Slang Words for Everyday Use
Nicaraguan slang is highly creative and inventive. Picking up a few of these words allows you to communicate like a native speaker and blend in with the Nicas (Nicaraguans)! The Spanish language is diverse and changes as you move from country to country. Spanish slang allows you to express yourself in multiple situations using unique words you never imagined or won’t understand...Read More
A Complete Vocab Guide to Yoga in Spanish
Have you ever practiced yoga in Spanish? Amazingly, just 15 minutes of yoga a day can start changing your brain chemistry and improving your mood! Plus, as a Spanish learner, taking a yoga class (in person or online) in Spanish is a great way to practice the language. The practice of yoga originated in ancient India. Its spiritual, moral, and physical dimensions relate to...Read More
For Here or to Go? How to Order Food in Spanish
Knowing how to order food in Spanish is not only a fantastic way for you to advance your conversational skills, but it also improves your fluency and allows you to prove your confidence in the language. Plus, learning vocabulary related to food takes you a long way when visiting a restaurant in a Spanish-speaking country. Keep reading for a fun lesson on vocabulary and common phrases...Read More
‘Anoche’ in Spanish and Other Useful Spanish Terms for the Past
Anoche in Spanish translates in English to “last night” or “yesterday evening.” But what about antes de anoche? And does la noche pasada really exist? In this blog post, you’ll learn all about how to talk about anoche in Spanish along with other time-related phrases that point to both specific and general moments in the past. To help boost your grammar skills in describing...Read More
The Periodic Table in Spanish: Let’s Learn About The Elements
Knowing about the periodic table in Spanish is useful even if you’re not in the field of chemistry. Why? We use and interact with many elements on a daily basis, in our jewelry, medication, house maintenance, and even our food. Chemistry is everywhere! From the moment you wake up, there are already numerous chemical reactions happening in your brain and body. Having breakfast,...Read More
De Vacaciones: How to Talk About Your Vacation in Spanish
Talking about your vacaciones in Spanish is entertaining, and it enables your friends and family to join you in those unique experiences and memories. So, how about practicing your Spanish in this fun and endearing way? In this blog post, I break down all the essentials you need to master talking about your vacaciones in Spanish like a native speaker. Pack your bags, and...Read More
20 Ways to Say You’re Embarrassed in Spanish
Tired of saying “I’m sorry” because you don’t know how to say you are embarrassed in Spanish? Avoid feeling awkward and improve your conversation skills at the same time with this handy blog post! Welcome to the ultimate guide on all the ways to say you feel embarrassed in Spanish. After you read this article, you’ll be able to: Say the correct words in the right...Read More
12 Ecuadorian Slang Words for Everyday Use
Ecuadorian slang, just like any other slang in the world, has some distinctive and unique words that only Ecuadorian people understand. Unless, that is, you learn them from an insightful online blog such as this one. Ecuador is a beautiful country with a colorful culture that enriches the Spanish language with new informal words coming from its streets. These words are called slang and in...Read More
Your Ultimate Guide to Conditions, Illnesses, and Diseases in Spanish
Knowing how to discuss certain details of disease in Spanish is a crucial skill set for travelers, volunteers, and medical students. In fact, international medical programs are a common reason why you’ll need to learn about diseases in Spanish as you travel through Latin America or Spain while helping people in need. Even if you don’t plan to go abroad on a medical program, Spanish...Read More