When we decide to learn a new language, in this case, Spanish, in the beginning, everything is fine, fresh, friendly, easy, and we are so excited to get another great skill. However, while we are going in advance, the classes are getting more complicated. The grammar can be overwhelming for us; at that moment, many of us start to leave the lessons. We can have many excuses like I don’t have time to study, Spanish is too difficult for me, the classes are boring, etc. Thus, we need to make su

There is a popular Spanish song that goes: “Año nuevo, vida nueva… Más alegres los días serán” which literally means “New year, new life… There will be happier days”. 2021 is just around the corner and I don’t know about you, but I cannot wait.  2020 took us for a ride but we are getting through it together. And what a better opportunity to learn Spanish in context than to apply it to situations that are meaningful to you and that you can relate to.  This is why toda

Are you learning American Sign Language (ASL) to further your career? Are you interested in employment that involves ASL? Not sure where to begin? Look no further!  If you want a career where you sign daily or work with the deaf community at your job then you’re in luck. Since over 500,000 members of the deaf community use ASL and around 15% of adults report trouble hearing, there is an increasing demand for people with ASL skills to work with members of the deaf community. This post c

Feeling sick is bad enough as it is. Add to that not knowing how to explain how you feel when in a foreign country. Medical vocabulary is a must to know when you are abroad. If you are visiting a Spanish speaking country, then it’s a good idea to prepare yourself in advance by learning medical Spanish vocabulary. You never know when it may come in handy.  Today, I put together a comprehensive guide to help you communicate at the physician’s office. Here you will find all the words yo

Drazen_/E+ Collection/Getty Images   When studying another language, there will be a time when you would want to respond and need more time to think of the right word. Then, frustration builds and can cause you to get lost in the conversation. But there's no need to panic. What you'll need are Spanish filler words.  Filler words are an essential part of every spoken language. They're short words or phrases commonly used to indicate pauses, fill gaps in speech, or start conversatio

Throughout the years, there have been many Deaf people. You may know someone personally who is Deaf, maybe a family member, a friend, a classmate or a neighbor. It can also inspire your ASL learning to look back through history, and learn the stories of some well known and famous Deaf people who have made a difference in both the Deaf community and in the world. Here are some famous Deaf people throughout history:  Laurent Clerc - 1785-1869 One of the very first to be well kno

Are you thinking about learning a new language? Having the ability to speak and understand two languages—also known as bilingualism—has its fair share of perks. Besides the obvious social advantages, there are many other benefits of being bilingual. For example, speaking two languages enhances your cognitive skills, improves your mental health, and even boosts your salary. Don’t believe us? Check out these 15 statistics that prove being bilingual is awesome!   It’s never to

Are you looking for fun, easy French songs for kids? Singing can be a useful and effective tool to learn a new language. Through singing, kids won't only have a great time, they'll also gain vocabulary and pronunciation skills, learn expressions and colloquialisms, and acquire an understanding of the context in which words are used in the target language. Luckily, there are countless French songs for kids that will keep your youngsters clapping, playing, and singing along. This way, they

Last week, we shared how learning a foreign language as an adult is different from what you may have experienced as a high school student (or even earlier on, if you were raised bilingual). While recognizing the challenges and advantages is a great first step, it’s also important to put things into action. If you’re interested in learning a foreign language, whether it’s just for fun or for career prospects, you’ll need to put in some time and effort — there’s no way around th