Pro-Drop Like a Pro

Pro-Drop Like a Pro Conversa blog

Have you ever heard the term “pro-drop”? It stands for “pronoun-drop” and it’s a grammatical concept that some languages have. Pro-drop might seem like something really small, but learning about it and how to use it will make you feel and sound a little more like a native speaker. Keep reading to learn about it. […]

Mind your P’s and Q’s: Being Polite in Spanish

Being polite in Spanish Conversa blog

Whenever you meet someone new, it’s natural to want to put your best foot forward. You want to be kind, courteous, and not seem rude. Did you know that what one culture considers rude, another one might not? For example, in the United States, it’s not common to stare at people you don’t know because […]

The Problem with Multi-Lingual Multi-Tasking

the problem with multi-lingual multi-tasking Conversa blog

Nowadays, it feels like we are always multi-tasking. You might find yourself on your phone while watching TV, scrolling while in class, texting at dinner, or listening to a podcast while writing a paper. It’s common to multi-task, but there’s a big problem with multi-lingual multi-tasking: it doesn’t work very well when you’re first learning. […]

Texting in Spanish

Texting in Spanish Conversa blog

When you start learning and practicing a new language, making Spanish-speaking friends is the natural next step. You can practice with them, learn from them, and hopefully create new memories together. Nowadays, a large portion of our communication happens on the internet. This includes social media platforms, instant messages, emails, and any other site where […]

Master Gustar and Similar Verbs

Master Gustar and Similar Verbs Conversa blog

“Me gusta” is one of the very first phrases students learn to say “I like.” However, did you know that it literally translates to “to me, it pleases”? Gustar conjugates a bit differently than other verbs, which is why we’ve dedicated this article to gustar and similar verbs. You’ll master them in no time! How […]

Starting with a warm Spanish introduction

CONVERSA START 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 Spanish introductions. Let’s learn how to say the basics! Introducing yourself in Spanish When it comes to introductions, there really […]

Starting with a Warm Spanish Introduction

CONVERSA START 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 […]

8 other ways of saying “¡hola!” in Spanish

CONVERSA 8 OTHER WAYS OF SAYING '¡HOLA!' IN SPANISH

Having trouble getting past “¡Hola!” when introducing yourself in Spanish? Would you like to sound like you’ve been learning Spanish for years? Then keep reading for some widely used Spanish greetings that will help you impress your new Spanish-speaking friends! When you’re learning Spanish (or any new language), what matters is that you strike up a […]