Spanish

English has one verb, "to be." However, Spanish has two: ser and estar. Ser describes what something fundamentally is (a teacher, tall, Mexican), while estar describes how something is right now (happy, tired, in the kitchen). Get this wrong and you'll say things like "I

Books, podcasts, TV shows, and Spanish classes are all great, but when you’re out in the real world, you’ll often need a little extra help. Fortunately, there are now several Spanish translator apps available today! These apps can be installed on your phone or tablet so you can

Dia de los Muertos is coming up fast, and if your TikTok feed’s been full of marigolds, sugar skulls, and colorful face paint lately, that’s why. Every year around this time, people across Mexico and other Spanish-speaking countries start preparing altars, decorating cemeteries, and celebrating loved ones who’

Spanish is spoken in many countries, and each one makes it their own. That's why the Spanish you hear in Spain sounds different from the Spanish in Mexico, Argentina, or Nicaragua. One of the best ways to notice these differences is through slang and the humorous lines in

Let's talk about the genre of music known as reggaeton. Reggaeton is sweeping the globe right now, with artists like Bad Bunny and Rosalía enjoying global success, and club nights devoted exclusively to this music. But, do you know what reggaeton is, really? In this post, we unpick

Yes, Chileans speak Spanish ... but with their own special twist! If you've studied Spanish or visited other Spanish-speaking countries, you'll quickly notice how different it sounds in Chile. People often speak quickly, drop sounds, and rely on expressions you won’t find in a language app

Spanish and Portuguese are like twin siblings, given their common roots in the Romance language family. They have the same appearance. It’s hard to recognize who is Spanish, and who is Portuguese. There are many words in these two languages that can be misleading or cause confusion because they

Have you ever thought about learning Spanish by watching a horror movie? It might sound strange, but it’s actually one of the most effective (and fun) ways to boost your language skills. As a native Spanish speaker, I know firsthand how powerful movies can be when it comes to

One of the most common conversation starters when meeting Spanish speakers is discussing hobbies. Whether traveling through Latin America, living in Spain, or chatting with Spanish-speaking friends at home, people will ask what you like to do in your free time. It’s a natural way to connect and find