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Countdown to Cinco de Mayo! If you're a Spanish teacher, a private tutor, or a parent teaching Spanish to your child, this is a great time of the year to focus on Mexico's rich history. Whether you're looking for printables, games, Cinco de Mayo vocabulary, or traditional recipes to try, we've rounded up the best of the best to explore with your kids! But First, Why Do We Celebrate Cinco de Mayo? Cinco de Mayo is a holiday that is celebrated in both the U.S. and Mexico. This day, the 5th

Want to learn Spanish fast? Feeling overwhelmed yet? Stop over-complicating things! Depending on your goals, you may be able to simplify your studies and just focus on the basics of conversational Spanish. Here are five tips from online Spanish tutor Montserrat P...   If you're reading this, congratulations! You have decided to learn one of the most beautiful and useful languages: Spanish! As you've probably recognized so far, there are lot of grammar, vocabulary, and pronunciation r

Beginners, take note! There are several words in Spanish that deceive English-speaking learners. Here, Fairfax, CA tutor Jason N. explains what this means for your learning, and some of the words to watch out for...   No wonder you want to learn Spanish! It's the undisputed second language of California, and the United States for that matter. In 10 years, it could even be the most commonly spoken language in this country. The U.S. Census Bureau reports that Los Angeles, for example, is 53%

Knowing how to carry a conversation in Spanish can be helpful in many ways. Maybe you want to make friends with the Spanish speakers in your community, or perhaps you want to strike up conversations with locals when visiting a Spanish-speaking country. Wherever you are, you should start with some of the most common Spanish phrases, which can help you introduce yourself, ask questions, and keep the conversation going.  Casual conversations with Spanish speakers are a fun and easy way to p

Want to take your Spanish beyond the books and classroom? Here, Honolulu tutor Jinan B. offers some ideas to volunteer in Spanish and other ways to share your skills with your community...   Spanish has special significance in the United States, as it is widely spoken by people from a variety of Hispanic and Hispanic-American cultures. One of the great things about learning Spanish is that you can practice the language and improve your fluency while actively in your community. The follow

As you're learning how to speak Spanish, it's a great idea to learn about the culture and Spanish traditions at the same time! Here, Honolulu, HI tutor Jinan B. shares 3 important holidays you'll want to get familiar with... Are you looking for some fun and productive ways to learn Spanish? Check out these three holiday-themed tips!  Whether you’re gearing up for Cinco de Mayo, preparing for Christmas, or just wanting to brush up on your language skills in general, these ideas will

Are you wondering how to improve your Spanish accent? Have you been learning Spanish, but find yourself unsure of your pronunciation, and even when you know what the proper pronunciation is, have a hard time making the correct sounds? One of the hardest parts of learning a new language is improving your accent - and learning a Spanish accent is no different. In this case, you're probably wondering, how to speak like a native Spanish speaker. How do you get rid of your American accent - wh

Learning Spanish through immersion by being in Spain is an adventure, and a hugely beneficial experience. Not only will you be immersing yourself in the Spanish language but Spanish culture and history. Learn when and why certain traditions are important in most Spanish speaking countries. Just those thoughts alone are very exciting. So, how do we learn Spanish in Spain? A daunting thought, am I right? If the idea still sounds exciting, read on. How to prepare and where to go can seem overwh

Direct object pronouns in Spanish can be a little confusing. But with some attention and practice, they get easier to understand, and easier to use.  Direct object pronouns are used to replace the direct object, which is the noun to which the action is applied to. The Spanish direct-object pronouns are as follows:  Person Singular Plural First person Me Nos Second person Te Os Third person Lo/la Los/las Let's look at some more direct object prono

AzmanL / E+ / Getty Images Spain is a fascinating country. There’s so much to see, from La Sagrada Família to La Rambla, and so much to eat like gazpacho, pulpo a la gallega, and bocadillos. But there is also so much to learn! Whether you are moving to Spain, visiting on a vacation, or simply learning how to speak Spanish, it’s always a good time to brush up on your knowledge about the country’s history, culture, cuisine, and more.  To help you get to know more about this European