Category: Grammar

A1 Spanish Topics

Learning a new language is an adventure, and for Spanish beginners, the A1 Spanish level is just the beginning. A1, according to the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages (CEFR), marks the starting point for language learners, where basic communication skills are developed. In this article, we’ll explore essential A1 Spanish topics that form […]

Are Verb Drills Helpful?

While learning a language can be fun and social, not every part of learning Spanish is super exciting. You might be wondering how helpful verb drills are. We’re here to tell you that despite the fact that they aren’t too riveting, they are very helpful to you as a Spanish student. In fact, there are […]

Sounding More Natural with the Passive Voice

In English, it’s very common to use the passive voice in everyday speech, formal written work, and everything in between. However, in Spanish, using the passive voice as a literal translation from English can sound choppy and unnatural. It can even make you sound way more formal than you mean to! As you’ve probably already […]

Advanced Spanish Tech Vocabulary

Technology is a necessary part of all of our lives, and some of the most common terms we use every day. Think about all of the time you spend online, telling people about things you said or saw on social media, or using different softwares at work. So much of our lives are in screens, […]

Irregular Familiar Commands You’ll Use Daily

The word command can sound so harsh, but in reality, we use commands every day. Familiar commands are some of the most common terms that you’ll hear and say! Commands aren’t just when you’re bossy and telling someone what to do, but rather words that give direction instead of a suggestion. Take a look at […]

Master the Difference Between Traer and Llevar

The difference between traer and llevar has caused many headaches for Spanish learners because of their similarities, and English isn’t exactly the same. Many students mix up when to use these two verbs, and although you’re understood by native speakers, it sounds a little funny. Surely you’ve heard them both used, but can you tell […]

Useful Spanish Office Vocabulary

Whether you’re trying to learn possible vocabulary for the future or are actively trying to speak more Spanish at work, office vocabulary will be very useful! Most of this vocabulary is common in daily life, and can come in handy outside of the office, too. In addition to when you’re on the clock, they’re helpful […]

Order of Adjectives in Spanish

If someone were to say “blue big bear” to you, you’d notice that it sounded odd, and it’s better to say “The big blue bear”. In both English and Spanish, there’s an accepted order of adjectives. With a lesson and some practice, the correct order will sound natural. By practicing reading at the appropriate level, […]

Spanish Numbers from 1,000 to 1,000,000

Numbers are one of the most commonly used aspects of language. When you really think about it, you realize that numbers are everywhere- costs, describing quantities, addresses, etc. Although they may not be as common as numbers 0-60 for dates and time, there are plenty of common uses for big Spanish numbers. They’ll easily boost […]

Different Ways to Combine Ser + Para

The word para is tiny but mighty, and is a preposition that can be used with many different verbs. One of the most common uses is when you combine ser and para. In the most basic sense, Ser means “to be” and para is roughly “for” or “in order to.” Remember, lots of aspects of […]