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This blog is tailored for the spirited adult English speakers who, like intrepid explorers, are embarking on the exhilarating journey of learning Spanish as a foreign language.

Whether you’re a beginner stuttering through your first hola or a seasoned speaker looking to polish your subjunctive, pull up a chair and let’s unravel the mysteries of Spanish together, with a sprinkle of humour and heaps of encouragement!

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  • The Nature of Language Process: Learning vs. Acquisition Dissected

    The Nature of Language Process: Learning vs. Acquisition Dissected

    Alright, folks, let’s embark on a delightful journey through the labyrinth of linguistics as we contrast the quirky world of language learning with the enigmatic art of language acquisition. Created contrasts We’ll kick things off by delving into the Nature of the Process, where we’ll contrast the intricacies of deliberate study versus the effortless absorption… Read more

  • ¡Escribiendo la fecha en español!

    ¡Escribiendo la fecha en español!

    Let’s Mark the Calendar: Writing the Date in Spanish Alright, my fellow language enthusiasts, grab your calendars because today is the day we conquer writing dates in Spanish! Whether you’re penning an email, planning your next holiday to a Spanish-speaking paradise, or just scheduling a cheeky event, knowing how to jot down the date properly… Read more

  • Conjugating Irregular Spanish Verbs in the Preterite

    Conjugating Irregular Spanish Verbs in the Preterite

    Hola, language enthusiasts! Brace yourselves as we dive headfirst into the labyrinthine world of irregular Spanish verbs in the preterite tense. If you thought regular verbs in the preterite were as easy as pie, well, better clutch your sombrero because irregular verbs are an entirely different fiesta altogether! Imagine the regular preterite verbs as your… Read more

  • Mastering the Preterite Tense in Spanish

    Mastering the Preterite Tense in Spanish

    Understanding the Preterite Tense in Spanish Hola, language enthusiasts! Here, we’re diving into a fascinating aspect of Spanish grammar that might seem daunting at first but is absolutely essential in the Spanish language: the preterite tense. Mastering the preterite tense will enhance your ability to express yourself with nuance and precision. With practice, you’ll find… Read more

  • Embracing the Plateaus

    Embracing the Plateaus

    My Guide to Conquering Spanish When Progress Seems Elusive Hello, fellow language learners! If you’ve found yourself wading through the seemingly endless desert of learning Spanish, you’re not alone. Like many before you (myself included), you’ve encountered what we call the inevitable language learning plateau. One minute you’re breezing through ¿Cómo estás? and the next,… Read more

  • Sant Jordi’s Day: A Catalonian Celebration of Love and Literature

    Sant Jordi’s Day: A Catalonian Celebration of Love and Literature

    If you happen to find yourself in Barcelona on April 23rd, you’ll be enchanted by the sight of the city bedecked with red roses Read more

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