Learning Spanish Online Is Easier Than You Think

A lot of people start learning Spanish online with high expectations. The apps are downloaded, the notebooks are ready, and maybe there’s even a playlist of Spanish music waiting in the background. Then, somewhere around week two or three, reality sets in. Vocabulary stops being exciting and starts feeling boring. Grammar feels confusing. Progress seems […]
How to Take Notes to Study Spanish at Home

The way you take notes could make or break your study session. Learning how to take effective notes is an essential skill for anyone studying Spanish. Good note-taking helps you remember vocabulary, understand grammar, and organize ideas so you can review them later. Instead of copying everything you see or hear, focus on strategies that […]
Spread the Love on El Día de San Valentín

Whether you just love arts and crafts or you have a crush on a native Spanish-speaker, there are tons of ways to practice Spanish this Día de San Valentín, also known as el Día del Amor y la Amistad. You can try out the following vocabulary words and phrases to tell someone how you feel. […]
Give Advice With the Imperative Mood

Learning how to give advice in Spanish is an essential skill, especially for everyday communication. One of the most direct and practical ways to do this is by using the imperative mood. The imperative allows you to tell someone what to do, encourage them, or offer suggestions in a clear and natural way. 1. What […]
Track Your Progress at Home with a Spanish Journal

Starting anything can feel overwhelming, whether it’s picking up a new sport, trying a craft, or learning a new language. Starting learning Spanish doesn’t have to feel impossible! One of the best ways to keep yourself organized and hold yourself accountable is none other than the humble journal. If you consider yourself tech-savvy, you can […]
Update Your Study Routine to Include Mindfulness

Traditional learning environments have their good and bad qualities. Some students love them and some hate them, and it all depends on your preferred methods of learning. While some enjoy the routine of rote memorization, we know that’s not for everyone. However, something that does benefit all students regardless of their personal strengths is mindfulness. […]
Charlamos- Conversation Starters in Spanish

Learning a new language can be very exciting! You learn new ways to think, and you have the opportunity to connect with new people that you never would have otherwise. In addition, it can also stir up feelings of anxiety and self-doubt, especially when you don’t know what to say. That’s where conversation starters come […]
¿Sabes Cocinar? 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 […]
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

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 […]