Génesis A. Villar

Have you ever been in a situation where you wanted to scream, “That’s disgusting!” but didn’t know how to say it in Spanish? Whether you’re declining questionable food, reacting to a nasty smell, or calling out bad manners, expressing disgust is a skill that’s both practical

As a native Spanish speaker, I've learned that the word "cool" can be translated in so many different ways depending on where you are. In fact, each Spanish-speaking country has its own set of expressions to show excitement or approval—and trust me, knowing these can make your conversations way

In the last decade, technology has changed the way we do almost everything – from how we work to how we shop and, yes, even how we learn. I remember when I was a kid if you wanted to learn a foreign language, you had to sign up for a formal

Tongue twisters are tricky in any language, but German ones? They take the challenge to a whole new level. I've always loved learning new languages, but German pronunciation has been a serious test of my linguistic limits. If I'm being honest, the pronunciation has tripped me up more times than

I’ll never forget my first Christmas in Germany. It was cold, darker than I was used to, and I missed home. But then I walked into my first German Christmas market, and everything changed. The smell of roasted nuts and mulled wine filled the air, twinkling lights were everywhere,

Growing up in the Dominican Republic, I was always tuned into the infectious rhythms of Puerto Rican music. Along with those catchy beats came some seriously creative expressions that I couldn’t help but take in. It’s amazing how a few words can pack so much personality and humor.

As language learners, I think we've all reached a point where studying feels like a slow and repetitive grind. However, over time, I have realized that the process becomes completely different if we combine language practice with something we truly enjoy. That's where films come in. But it can't be

Remember those nights spent huddled around the TV with family, waiting for the next episode of our favorite show? For many of us, those were the days when TV wasn’t just a screen—it was a part of our routine, our conversations, and even our memories. Growing up as

They say that music is the universal language, and I believe it’s true. Music has the power to connect us with people and cultures we might otherwise never experience. I remember when I was a teenager, one of the main reasons I kept learning English was my love of