Most people learning Spanish quickly realize that some Spanish words pop up a lot. The tricky part for language students is knowing how to use important words that mean different things in different contexts. Such is the case of our little friend lo (pronounced like the ‘lo’ in ‘lock’). Now you might say: “but lo simply means ‘it’, right?” Well, it can mean ‘it’, as a direct …
How to Respond to Cómo Estás in Latin American Spanish
Do you always reply todo bien or bien to the famous question of cómo estás? Make your conversations more interesting by responding to "cómo estás?" with some funny, irreverent, and thought-provoking phrases. For common questions like this, it's always worth having a variety of answers ready at the tip of your tongue! That’s why we’ve compiled this list of almost 30 …
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Peruvian Greetings in Spanish Guide
Hola! If that’s the only Peruvian greeting in Spanish you know so far, you’re about to learn two dozen more for everyday use throughout the country. Remember the proverb “there’s no second chance to make a first impression?” It’s a reminder that the way your conversation starts is very important, which is why we’ve compiled a list of the most common phrases used to greet people …
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How To Speak Spanish Fluently
Spanish is one of those languages, along with Chinese, that everyone seems to express a desire to learn. Learning to speak Spanish at a basic level is a dream for many people and speaking fluently is the ultimate goal for others. But how hard is it to learn to speak Spanish fluently? We’ve put together a guide on how (as a native English speaker) to learn Spanish to fluency …
Babbel vs. Busuu: Which Is Better for Learning a Language?
When I first heard about Babbel and Busuu, I was having a hard time telling them apart. They both start with B, they are roughly the same length, and I had no idea about the meaning behind each word. However, when I tried their services, differences started to reveal. They’re both great at delivering high-quality content to learn the toughest languages. But each one of them …
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