¿Sabes Cocinar? Spanish Cooking Vocabulary

Spanish Cooking Vocabulary

The popular American TV show host Guy Fieri once said, “Food is maybe the only universal thing that really has the power to bring everyone together.” If you ask anyone their favorite (or sometimes least favorite) part of a trip, they usually say “their food!” Recipes are tenderly passed down from family member to family […]

Somos Familia- Describe Your Family in Spanish

Family Tree in Spanish Conversa Spanish Institute

Family is a common topic when you first meet someone. Maybe you’re on vacation with your family in a Spanish-speaking country, or you’re introducing yourself to your host family. Talking about relatives is also an easy conversation starter if you don’t know what to say, like if something reminds you of your father, or you’re […]

Basic Spanish Word Order: SVO Made Simple

Spanish Word Order

If you’re just starting to learn Spanish, one of the best things you can do is master basic sentence structure. A clear understanding of how to build simple sentences will make speaking and writing much easier. It will also help you sound more native. In Spanish, the most common sentence pattern is SVO—that means Subject […]

Your Study Abroad Packing List

There’s no doubt that packing to study abroad can be one of the most daunting processes. There’s so much uncertainly, and no one wants to realize they forgot something crucial! Here are some expert tips on what to pack and what to leave behind so you can spend more time prepping your Spanish and less […]

Introspection and Reflection Deepen Your Study Abroad Experience

Self reflection and introspection Conversa Spanish Institute

Studying abroad is an exciting and transformative experience. It offers the opportunity to learn a new language, immerse yourself in a different culture, and develop a global perspective. Beyond the academic and cultural aspects, studying in another country is also a deeply personal journey. The students that really make the most of this experience have […]

Experience the Magic of Carnival 2025 in Spain

Carnival is one of the most exciting and vibrant celebrations in Spain. It takes place every year in February or March, depending on the date of Easter. In 2025, Carnival is taking place in many Spanish cities from February 27th to March 5th, bringing joy, music, and color to the streets. Keep reading to learn […]

Shop the Sales with Ease Using These Shopping Vocabulary Words

I remember arriving in Salamanca for my semester abroad in and seeing the word rebajas in almost every window along Calle Toro in the month of February. These signs were advertising the end of the winter fashion season with discounts galore, making way for spring trends. After all, I learned that lots of Spaniards “dress […]

Creating a Mindful Spanish Study Routine

Learning Spanish, like any new language, can be both exciting and overwhelming. With so much vocabulary, grammar, and pronunciation to tackle, it’s easy to feel scattered or stressed. A mindful language study routine can help you stay focused, enjoy the process, and achieve better results. Here’s how you can integrate mindfulness into your Spanish learning […]

Explore Valencia Through Books

Before you ever set foot in Valencia, you have endless opportunities to explore its architecture, history and vibe through literature.

Exciting Winter Activities in Spanish

Winter Activities Conversa Spanish Institute

For some, winter is the dreaded time of year where the world is colder and you have to scrape ice off of your windshield in the morning. For others, winter is a gorgeous, amazing, exciting time of year to do fun winter activities! There’s a little magic in the winter season, and we’ll show you […]