Spanish names for all countries
It is natural to make the incorrect assumption that the names of countries, being proper nouns, are the same in every language. However, that is not the case. While there is some overlap, most languages have their own words for each individual country. If you think about it a little more, that makes sense. In … Read more
Por qué VS. porque VS. por que VS. porqué
Porque in Spanish When you are reading written Spanish, you may see “por qué” and “porque” and “por que” and “porqué”. This trips up many beginner Spanish learners. In fact, even many native Speakers that can flawlessly pronounce and use these words in their everyday speech without even thinking about it struggle when it comes … Read more
What does the Spanish word “necesito” mean in English?
The Spanish word “necesito” is the present conjugation of the verb “necesitar” in the first person singular form. Plain English: Necesito means “I need” in Spanish. It is the conjugation of the verb “to need” (necesitar) conjugated for “I”. You may say “Yo necesito” and it is technically correct, but the “Yo” pronoun is implied … Read more
Names of Animals in Spanish
When little babies are learning English, they often learn the names of animals first. That’s because they are something that you can see often in your house or in books and movies. A lot of Spanish-language beginners start with animal vocabulary, too. It’s a familiar and fun way to practice your rote memorization. As a … Read more
21 Spanish quotes about travel
Spanish quotes about travel Like in many cultures, particularly those in Europe, a great importance is placed on traveling to other countries. This is the best way of learning about cultures other than your own, and exposing yourself to a variety of different traditions and customs. This exploration can be extraordinarily eye-opening, and allows people … Read more
“Ahora” does not mean what you think it does in Spanish
What does “ahora” mean in Spanish? It is commonly thought that “ahora” means now, as in right now! While this is the literal translation, this is really only what it means in the Spanish classroom. Ask any native Spanish speaker, and they will tell you that if you ask for something to get done “ahora”, … Read more
List of Spanish-speaking countries and their capitals
Here are a number of Spanish-speaking countries that you have to choose from for your adventure.
23 ways to offer your condolences in Spanish
How to give condolences in Spanish It’s a difficult topic to think about, but the time may come when you have to offer your condolences. Much like writing a will, it is better to be prepared in advance than scrambling to find the right words at the wrong time. Being able to tactfully and politely … Read more
150 vulgar Spanish curse words and insults
Swearing in Spanish One of the first things that most people (especially kids) ask when learning Spanish is – how do I say the bad words? The fact of the matter is that every language has it fair share of curse words. Like it or not, profanity is an important part of a language. It … Read more