Even though most of the time you might use your Spanish when traveling, talking to your friends or simply practicing for your class, there are some sad and unfortunate situations where you might need...
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A couple of years ago, I went to Canada to visit and meet my significant other’s family. Although they were very sweet and made me feel very welcome, I faced a cultural barrier that I didn’t know...
Have you ever wondered how to wish someone a happy birthday in Spanish? Let’s face it: it’s very likely that you already have some friends or classmates who also speak Spanish. At some point,...
When learning Spanish, you might find yourself in situations where you don’t understand what another person is saying - especially in the beginning! Since this is a common situation for many...
If you have Spanish-speaking friends, it’s very likely that, at some point, they might want to introduce you to other people. Knowing what to say in these situations is crucial to leave a good...
Learning Spanish is not all about memorizing grammar rules and tenses. In fact, you can also learn fun and common vocabulary that will help you sound more natural among other speakers. For example,...
If you’re learning Spanish, you may have noticed that there are different ways to express a concept. This is the case with the word again. This word is very common in daily-life conversations,...
If you’re a dog lover and you’re learning Spanish, you must already know how to say dog. But as you may have noticed, most of the time, in Spanish we have other popular terms for the same...
Definition - Canijo is a Spanish slang word whose meaning can vary depending on the situation. It can be used to express emotions or that something is difficult to do. Additionally, it can be used to...
If you’re learning Spanish, one of the most fundamental things you can learn is how to say hello. Even though hola is one of the most common and standard ways to do this, there are many common...
If you’re learning Spanish, you may find yourself in a situation where you need to talk about your girlfriend in Spanish. For that reason, we compiled 11 popular expressions and words that you can...
If you’re learning Spanish words for family members, you may already know that abuelo is the most popular way to say ‘grandfather’ in Spanish. However, ‘abuelo’ is only one word that you...
When learning vocabulary for animals, most Spanish speakers know that gato is the direct translation of ‘cat’. But they may find themselves in a situation where they want to improve their Spanish...
If you’re learning Spanish, it’s very likely that at some point you may need to tell someone to calm down. As you may imagine, in Spanish, there are different words and phrases that you can use...
Even though nowadays you can make a hotel reservation online without having a conversation, sometimes you may find yourself in a situation where you need to ask for a hotel room in Spanish. As a...
When learning Spanish, most people know that papá is a standard word that means ‘dad’. However, this is just one way to say ‘dad’ in Spanish. In fact, Spanish speakers have other terms that...
If you’re learning Spanish, it’s very likely that you already know a few basic expressions to say ‘goodbye’. However, when interacting with Spanish speakers, most learners realize that these...
Linda, bonita and hermosa are perfect words for complimenting a girl. Although they have the same purpose, these words are not exactly synonyms. As a result, you will need to use each of them...
Definition - In standard Spanish, codo means ‘elbow’. However, in Latin American countries, codo and coda are used in informal contexts to describe a person that is not willing to spend or give...
If you’re learning Spanish, you can use your knowledge of the language to show your grandmother how much you love her. For that reason, in this article, we compiled a list of different words that...
Gracias is one of those words that we may use all day long since it allows us to thank people and to be polite. If you’re learning Spanish, you may have noticed that, in order to thank, speakers...
If you’re dating a Spanish speaker, it’s very likely that at some point you would want to ask her or him for a kiss. But if you’re not familiar with the vocabulary and the phrases you need,...
Definition - Que te vaya bien is a Spanish expression that can be either used as a way to say ‘have a good day’ or to wish someone luck. Depending on the context, it can be translated as...
If you’re learning Spanish, it’s very likely that you already know how to say you’re welcome. You’re right, de nada is one way to say you’re welcome in Spanish. But do you know any other...
One of the most frustrating things when learning Spanish is not being able to find the right words to speak your mind. For that reason, we’ve compiled a list of 11 different expressions and ways to...