Category: Learning

5 Surprising Places Where You Can Use Spanish

Did you know there are 21 countries in the world where Spanish is spoken? While Spanish may not be the official language in these countries, some of the places where you would be able to use your Spanish speaking skills may surprise you. While you may not be traveling to Equatorial Guinea in Africa anytime […]

Key Differences Between Spanish in Latin America and in Spain

The type of Spanish spoken in Spain is referred to as “Castilian Spanish.” It is a language that evolved over the years out of Vulgar Latin and gradually took hold over the parts of the globe that we know today as Spain and Portugal. However, Spanish is also the official language in 21 countries across […]

Need to improve your focus? Here are 3 ways meditation can help

With so many distractions in the world, it’s more important than ever to stay focused. One way to improve your focus is to slow down — and one of the best ways to do that is with meditation. Meditation isn’t just sitting down and zoning out. It’s actually a great way to zero in on […]

Basic Guide to Spanish Demonstrative and Possessive Adjectives

Are you learning Spanish and find yourself struggling with grammar? We don’t blame you. Although Spanish doesn’t have a very complex grammar, it’s generally trickier than English grammar. That’s why we want you to forget all your Spanish-related troubles and keep a positive attitude while reading our blogs! Let’s learn Spanish demonstrative and possessive adjectives […]

Inanimate objects have gender?

Anyone who is learning Spanish will agree that it can be particularly confusing when it comes to gender. Why do inanimate things have gender? We all want to know the answer, but sadly, sometimes we are bound to be disappointed. However, if you want to know how grammatical gender works in Spanish, we strongly recommend […]

How to Start a Daily Meditation Practice

Starting a daily meditation practice is one of the best ways to become more mindful and grounded while also reducing stress and anxiety. It can also help you train your brain to reach peak performance, which helps you boost your learning potential. Read more5 Ways Meditation Can Help You to Learn a New LanguageEven if […]

Paella, Anyone? Here’s Everything You Need to Know About Ordering Food in Spanish

There is nothing more fun than partaking in a restaurant experience. That said, when it comes to speaking Spanish, sometimes getting through the basic process of ordering can be a little intimidating. This is why we have assembled a quick guide with all the basic phrases you need to know to have a stress-free meal […]

Tips to Get Your Spanish Spelling Going

Pronunciation is key when it comes to understanding a language, and therefore getting used to Spanish pronunciation is crucial. One great thing about Spanish is: if you know the alphabet and its sounds, then you can read every Spanish word. In other words, people talk as they write. So, if you know the alphabet and […]

How to Practice Your Spanish Skills Without Having to Leave the Country

Did you know that you don’t have to live or spend time in a Spanish-speaking country to be fluent in Spanish? With a little dedication and creativity, there are lots of ways that anybody can practice Spanish without having to invest extra time, money, and resources into travel. Here are five smart ways to practice […]

Starting with a Warm Spanish Introduction

If you have decided to learn Spanish and don’t know where to start, how about introducing yourself? A successful introduction may encourage you to keep speaking Spanish and it doesn’t get any easier than learning introductions. Let’s learn how to say the basics! Introducing Yourself in Spanish When it comes to introductions, there really aren’t […]