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¿Cómo es la comida mexicana? (What is Mexican food?) Posted by sasha on Oct 10, 2018
La comida mexicana es famosa en todo el mundo (Mexican food is famous all around the world). But what exactly is real, traditional Mexican food? In this post we’ll take a look at some common dishes in Mexico and try to answer the question “¿Cómo es la comida mexicana?” (What is Mexican food?). Basic Ingredients…
Telling Time in Spanish Posted by sasha on Sep 26, 2018
One very important beginner lesson in Spanish is learning how to tell the time. This is a crucial step in doing things like making plans and reservations. In our final video in the “Beginner Spanish” series, we’re going to learn about telling time in Spanish. Follow along with this short and simple video to learn…
How to Introduce Yourself in Spanish Posted by sasha on Sep 20, 2018
A very important step in the language learning process is making self introductions. This is something you do all the time, and it’s the best way to start speaking more Spanish. Learn how to introduce yourself in Spanish with this short and simple video. Follow along with the video and fill in the blanks to…
Question Words in Spanish Posted by sasha on Sep 12, 2018
Learning how to ask questions is a very important step for beginners when learning a language. Learn the question words in Spanish along with a few examples in this short, beginner-friendly video. My great Spanish teacher here in Puerto Vallarta helped me put this video together. I recently wrote about my experience studying Spanish in…
Months and Seasons in Spanish Posted by sasha on Sep 5, 2018
Learning the months of the year in Spanish is quite easy for English speakers, as many of the words are very similar. While you’re at it, you might as well go ahead and learn the seasons in Spanish as well! Practice your pronunciation with this short beginner video that teaches the months and seasons in…
An Intro to Colombian Spanish Posted by sasha on Aug 29, 2018
If you’re thinking about relocating to a Spanish-speaking country to learn the language, Colombia is a great choice. Colombian Spanish is said to be quite clear and standard, although that depends on who you ask. Personally, I had a great time studying Spanish in Medellín and would highly recommend it. In this post, I’ll give a short…
Medellín Real City Walking Tour Posted by sasha on Aug 22, 2018
Medellín es la ciudad de la eterna primavera (Medellin is the City of Eternal Spring). This Colombian city is a fascinating place to explore. One of the best ways to learn about Medellín is on one of the daily free walking tours led by Real City Tours. With your local Paisa guide, you get to explore…