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 […]

Late Fall Vocabulary You Should Know

Fall Vocabulary Conversa Spanish Institute

Fall, or el otoño in Spanish, is a season full of unique traditions and festivities. Fall can look very different depending on where in the world you are! Learning vocabulary related to this season will help you describe nature, holidays, and everyday activities in Spanish. It’ll help you talk about your own experiences and learn […]

Understanding Spain’s Political System

Spain’s political system Conversa Spanish Institute

Understanding a country’s politics helps study abroad students navigate daily life and stay informed about local issues, impacting everything from legal rights to safety. It also deepens cultural insight, allowing students to engage meaningfully and develop a global perspective. Understanding politics of a country is really important to understand how people view the world and […]

Make Hypothetical Statements with the Conditional Tense

Conditional Tense Conversa Spanish Institute

As you advance in your Spanish learning journey, you’ll encounter conditional sentences—an essential grammar structure used to talk about hypothetical situations, express possibilities, or discuss what might happen under certain conditions. Learning how to form and use these sentences is key to making your conversations more fluid, and to express exactly what you want to. […]

Child Vs. Adult Language Acquisition: Different but Not Impossible

Conversa Spanish Institute Adult Language Acquisition

If you’ve heard the myth that adults can’t learn a language as well as a child, forget it! Learning a new language like Spanish can be a rewarding but different experience depending on whether you’re a child or an adult. Understanding the key differences in how kids and adults approach language learning can help you […]

Practice Meditation to Overcome Language Learning Anxiety

Conversa Spanish Institute

Learning a new language, like Spanish, can be both exciting and daunting. For many, the prospect of speaking in a new language brings a sense of achievement, but it can also stir up language learning anxiety. The fear of making mistakes, struggling with pronunciation, or not being understood can create mental blocks that hinder progress. […]

How to Watch Spanish Movies for Language Learning

Spanish movies Conversa Spanish Institute

You might have heard about people learning English through shows like The Office and wondered if that strategy could work for you, too. Watching Spanish movies is one of the most engaging and enjoyable ways to immerse yourself in the language. Watching Spanish media exposes you to natural speech, cultural nuances, and a variety of […]

Home-Based Strategies for Improving Spanish Reading

Learning a new language is an exciting journey, and reading is a key skill that can seriously boost your progress. If you’re looking to up your Spanish reading game, practicing at home is a flexible and effective approach. Here are some tips to help you enhance your Spanish reading skills without leaving your home. 1. […]

Get Olympic Ready: Key Spanish Terms for the Summer Games

The Summer Olympic Games, known as “Los Juegos Olímpicos de Verano” in Spanish, are a global event that brings together athletes from around the world to compete in various sports. For Spanish learners, understanding key vocabulary related to the Summer Olympics can enhance your experience and help you communicate effectively about this international spectacle. Below, […]

Build Confidence with Spanish Possessive Pronouns

Possessive pronouns in Spanish are essential for indicating ownership and replacing nouns entirely. Like possessive adjectives, they agree in gender and number with the noun they replace. Understanding how to use possessive pronouns will enhance your fluency and communication skills. Let’s explore possessive pronouns in Spanish. Possessive Pronouns Read moreVideo: Spanish-English false friendsPossessive pronouns replace […]