Category: Learning

The Supermarket Challenge: Foods in Spanish

The last time you went to the supermarket, what did you get? Did you pick up some arroz and pollo, or maybe some manzanas and zanahorias? A great way to practice Spanish in your daily life is to see what words you know in Spanish as you go about your daily life. Fortunately, many stores […]

How to Deal with Error Embarrassment

While learning a new language, there will be times you make an error. Sometimes they’re small, like forgetting the difference between ser and estar. Other times, you’re having a conversation and refer to your car as borracho instead of barrato. So, how can we deal with error embarrassment when we said the wrong thing and […]

Immerse Yourself in Spanish at Home

There are lots of reasons why you’d want to find ways to immerse yourself in Spanish at home. Maybe traveling is too expensive, you work or go to school full time, or you don’t know anyone around you that speaks Spanish. Don’t worry, there are ways that you can surround yourself with this beautiful language […]

Most Common Verbs in Spanish

Did you know that in Spanish, there are over 11,000 verbs? Don’t worry, you definitely don’t need to rush to memorize all of them today. In fact, to be conversational, you only need to be able to use a small fraction of them. Here, we’ll give you a crash course of the most common verbs […]

Books for Spanish Learners

In order to become better speakers, reading is a crucial component. Reading is actually the best way to build you vocabulary and become a better writer. Speaking, reading, writing and listening are all related skills, so when you improve one, you’ll notice the effects on the others. Here, we’ll show you some types of books […]

Movies for Spanish Learners

Watching movies, both new and old, is one of the best ways that you can practice your Spanish without leaving the comfort of your home. You might not always have someone to talk to, or you might want a way you can maintain your Spanish by yourself. Whether you’re a beginner or an advanced speaker, […]

Learning Spanish from home?

5 perks of learning Spanish from home. If your lifestyle does not allow for traveling abroad to learn a new language, don’t worry. There are some definite perks to learning a language from home.  You set the pace.  Read moreVideo: Spanish-English false friendsWe have all been in a class where our classmates seem to be […]

Is an immersive program for me?

Surely you have tried or thought about learning a language before. The first thought most people have is: Where do I begin?  Languages are complex things to learn. You need to learn not only the words, but the mannerisms, colloquial phrasings, and the inexplicable rules of the language and culture. These are details that are […]

5 Amazing Benefits of Practicing Meditation

From companies like Google implementing the practice into employees’ work routines to wellness junkies practicing it every day, meditating has become increasingly popular over the past couple of years.  With people recognizing the benefits of meditating, more people are doing it, through whichever means they prefer. Read more5 Ways Meditation Can Help You to Learn […]

5 Easy Ways to Enforce Your Spanish Practice on the Go

Let’s face it. Sometimes it can be difficult to take time out of a busy schedule to practice a language.  The good news is that there are lots of fun and creative ways to sneak a little Spanish learning into your daily commute, lunch break or even drive to work.  Read moreOnline Activity: Conjugate Spanish […]