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How to Correctly Use Direct and Indirect Object Pronouns in Spanish

In both English and Spanish, we use direct and indirect objects. These are two types of objects that receive the action of a verb. With practice and dedication, you’ll be able to tell the difference between the two and use them either separately or together in sentences in Spanish.

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7 Fun and Engaging Ways to Practice Spanish in Everyday Life

It can be difficult to learn Spanish. Staying engaged in the material is not easy, especially if you’re learning in a conventional way. Traditionally, languages are learned through translation. A teacher might ask you to translate a sentence from English to Spanish or match a list of vocabulary words.

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Ultimate Guide to Gender and Number Agreement in Spanish

Where Do Gendered Nouns Come From? In Spanish, almost everything is gendered. Nouns in Spanish are all masculine or feminine. This is common not only in Spanish, but in all Romance Languages and dates back to Latin. In Latin, there are three genders; masculine, feminine, and neuter which evolved over

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Abbreviations and Texting Trends in Spanish

Language is ever evolving. It’s a living, breathing entity in constant change. It can feel overwhelming to try to keep up with trends and new terms in our own languages, let alone the ones we’re learning. Luckily, there are ways to study these new words on our own

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How to Tell Time In Spanish

Telling time in Spanish can be tricky! By the end of this article, you’ll have enough knowledge about numbers, time telling terms, and time of day vocabulary to tell time in Spanish like a pro. Think back to when you learned how to tell time in school. Watching the

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101 Basic Spanish Words for Travelling to Spanish Speaking Countries

Whether you’re looking to learn Spanish as a second language, or just want to know a few basic phrases while travelling in Spain or Latin America, this article includes a list of the most basic words and phrases in Spanish.

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How to Improve Your Spanish Vocabulary in 15 Minutes Each Day

You don't need to spend an hour every day trying to learn Spanish; instead, all you really need is 15 minutes of dedicated, quality practice each day.

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How to Use Por and Para Like a Native Speaker in Spanish

How can two small words be so easy to say, but be so incredibly confusing for many Spanish learners? Whether you are a beginner in Spanish or an advanced speaker, we’re going to dive in and dissect some of the main differences between por and para.

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How To Improve Your Communication in Spanish (3 Simple Ways)

You’ve made it your goal to learn Spanish and begin by learning the basics. But how will you continue to improve in Spanish and use it in a practical way? Here are three ways you can do so.

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4 Reasons to Practice Your Spanish With Audiobooks

Whether's it's for educational purposes or for entertainment, audiobooks have changed we listen and learn, especially when it comes to learn another language. Find out some of the benefits of using audiobooks to learn Spanish.

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Top 5 Reasons Why You Should Learn to Speak Spanish

Spanish is all around us and it is one of the most popular languages to learn. Here are the top 5 reasons why you should learn to speak Spanish.

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6 Different Ways to Answer the Phone in Spanish

It’s an achievement in itself to able to speak Spanish and hold an intelligent conversation, but it’s a whole other thing to be able to answer the phone and speak Spanish with confidence. With lots of practice, you’ll be just as comfortable speaking Spanish over the phone as you are with a person.

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The Ultimate Guide to Spanish Accents (6 Different Regions)

Spanish is a dynamic language that is spoken and expressed in a variety of ways. Just as in English, there are many different Spanish accents. Here are the six main ones you may encounter as you continue to learn Spanish.

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The Ultimate Guide to the Spanish Subjunctive for Language Learners

Why is the subjunctive tense in Spanish thought to be so difficult? Why is it usually only taught in advanced Spanish classes? The truth is, it's no more difficult than other tough grammar topics, like distinguishing between the different past tenses in Spanish, or memorizing masculine words that sound feminine,

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How to Improve Your Spanish Pronunciation With Tongue Twisters

Can Spanish tongue twisters really help you improve your Spanish Pronunciation?

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18 Funniest Spanish Idioms and Expressions to Speak Fluently

You are in bad milk? She got onto the chicken? Sometimes when listening to Spanish people speak you may be confused by idioms and expressions that sound funny when literally translated. It's actually an important (and entertaining) part of language learning that will help you speak fluently. So let's have

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How to Practice Spanish Conversation for Absolutely Free

Language teachers hear it all the time, "I understand much more than I speak", or, "I really need to focus on speaking!" Well, as students we better get to speaking because it is probably the most useful language skill there is. For most people the idea

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Ultimate Guide to Spanish Wine Vocabulary: Useful Words and Phrases

Some people say that they speak a language better after they have had a drink. This, I don't really believe, but I do think that a glass of wine can start a conversation and that knowing some Spanish wine vocabulary can definitely help. Study Spanish wines and you will have

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7 Top YouTube Channels to Learn Spanish for Free

Let's face it, we all make a lot of resolutions for ourselves that never become fully realized. Many people promise themselves things like, "I'm going to learn Spanish and go to see the Mayan ruins in Mexico!" However, in the end they run out of steam. The reasons

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The Ultimate Guide to Salsa Songs for Learning Spanish

Are you planning a trip to Latin or South America? Are you tired of going to the gym and looking for a different physical activity? Well, combine Spanish with dancing and you'll find a world of fun! The soaring popularity of Latin dance is not without reason, and Salsa is

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The No-Fuss Guide to Teaching Yourself Spanish

Teaching yourself Spanish has never been easier. But isn't it ironic? Getting distracted, feeling overwhelmed, losing track and choosing inefficient methods for learning Spanish has become easier as well, especially if you do not start with the right strategy for becoming fluent! Teaching yourself anything requires focus, discipline and a

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Which Version of Spanish Should I Learn?

I want to learn Spanish: which Spanish dialect is better for me? Well...you have come to the right place! If proof is needed that Spanish has had a major influence throughout History, consider the 20 countries that keep using the language as their mother tongue today. Colored with local

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A Beginner's Guide to Christmas in Spanish

Celebrating Christmas and learning Spanish at the same time? No problem! Get ready for your Christmas celebrations with this short guide to Christmas in Spanish-speaking countries and our list of top 10+ words you can't do without. How do you say "Christmas" in Spanish? The word for Christmas

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7 Best Spanish Movies on Netflix for Spanish Learning

Most Spanish language learners hear it all the time, "You can't just learn Spanish by reading a textbook". To learn any language you must think of creative ways to immerse yourself, especially if you do not live in a country where the language is spoken. This article will

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5 Spanish Words With No Direct English Translation

There is one thing all language learners eventually realize: language is a window to human behavior, and Spanish is no different! Perhaps it is one of the greatest pleasures when exploring the deepest corners of the Spanish language and its variations. There are simply too many words and expressions that