Llevar Conjugation: Learn Chunks And Venezuelan Slang With Llevar
MAURA¿Llevas la navaja por si acaso?(Do you carry your pocket knife with you just in case?) CARLA¡Sí, claro! Por cierto, Amanda preguntó si la podíamos llevar.(Yes, of course! By the way, Amanda asked if we could take her.) MAURAUff, vamos a decirle a Mauricio porque en nuestro carro va Alejandra y sabes que ellas no…
Decir Conjugation: Learn With Chunks And Never Forget (Examples Included)
Yo digo que nos vayamos a las cinco.(I say that we leave at 5.) Yo digo que mejor a las seis. ¿Ustedes que dicen?(I say we better leave at 6. What do you all say?) Did you notice the verb that we used there? It’s the verb “decir” (to say/tell) an important Spanish verb equivalent…
Religion In Spanish: 3 Chunks To Speak Religiously In Spanish-Speaking Countries
¿Y cuándo te dan los resultados?(And when will you get the results?) El próximo lunes, si Dios quiere.(Next Monday, God willing.) Ay, hijita, pues, tú pídele mucho a Dios que todo salga bien.(Oh, little daughter, well, ask God that everything goes well.) Claro que sí, mamita.(Of course, mommy.) ¡Dios! ¡Dios! (God! God!) In this video…
Meeting Someone In Spanish Via Voice Message: Audio Transcripts
These days you could be meeting someone in Spanish online, get to know them without ever meeting in person. But how can you do this in Spanish? What does it look like when native Spanish speakers are getting to know each other by sending voice messages via WhatsApp? See how Spring Spanish teacher Paulisima will…
Me Llamo Vs Mi Nombre Es: 4 Ways To Say ‘My Name Is…’ In Spanish
Me llamo y ¿cómo te llamas? (My name is and what’s your name?) are totally acceptable way to say your name and ask for the name of the other person. But wouldn’t it be nice to add some variety to the usual me llamo vs mi nombre debate? Let’s have a look at 4 alternatives…
Seguir Conjugation: Ultimate Guide With Chunks And Real-Life Examples
The verb “seguir” is often underestimated. However, learning to use it like natives will greatly increase your fluency. Some uses are obvious, others not so much. Let’s see if you know all of seguir conjugation. And let’s practice it in the present tense! Spring Spanish teacher Maura will explain everything to you. 1. Seguir conjugation…
Encontrar Conjugation: Ultimate Guide With Chunks And Dialogues
Hi there! The verb “encontrar” is quite straightforward, but it has a reflexive version and some uses that you might not be able to guess. Spring Spanish teacher Maura is going to review this verb and what it can do in its two versions, plus present you with encontrar conjugation. Let’s get started! 1. Encontrar…
Trabajar Conjugation: Learn it with CHUNKS, never forget it again!
The verb “trabajar” (to work) is regular. Do you think you can complete trabajar conjugation in the present tense with us? In this lesson, Maura from Spring Spanish will put you to the test. Let’s begin! 1. Trabajar with “yo” (I) In these dialogues, you’ll have the opportunity to complete and fully record the conjugation…
Subjuntivo vs Indicativo: Ultimate Guide With Tips And Tricks
Which one is correct? “Espero que estés bien.” o “Espero que estás bien.” (I hope you are well.) First, Spring Spanish teacher Maura said “Espero que estés bien”” in the subjuntivo (subjunctive) and then in the indicativo (indicative). Which one was correct? Solution at the end! I’m Spring Spanish teacher, Maura, and let’s learn once…
Comparatives And Superlatives In Spanish: Ultimate Guide With Examples
When learning Spanish, it’s important to know how to compare things. How to compare people and how to compare situations. This is what comparatives do. Spring Spanish teacher Paulísima will explain everything you need to know about comparatives and superlatives in Spanish: So, in this blog post, we’re going to understand comparatives and superlatives in…
Order Coffee In Spanish: In A Coffee Shop & Elsewhere ☕
¿Quieren ver la cafetería de mi hermana? (Do you want to see my sister’s café?) Se llama café Merlot, está en Cancún y me encanta. El café está riquísimo y los pasteles ni se diga. (It’s called Café Merlot. It’s in Cancun and I love it. The coffee is delicious and not to mention the…
10 Important Spanish Verbs You Need To Know + Examples
Not all verbs are equally important. And every language has its own royalty when it comes to verbs. The ones we’ll see in this video are those of important Spanish verbs. We’ll focus on ten verbs. And we’ll study them by reviewing a bunch of chunks to see them in action. In this Spring Spanish…
In-laws In Spanish: 6 Ways To Impress Your Inlaws
So.. you heard our advice from our other articles and you’re finally dating that Spanish speaker of your dreams… but now you’ve been invited to their place and you’re freaking out because you’re going to meet his/her parents!!!! Don’t worry! In this article you will learn what you will need to not only survive, but…
Spanish Imperfecto: How To Use Imperfect Tense In Spanish (Pretérito Imperfecto)
Today, you’re going to learn the Spanish imperfecto (imperfect tense in Spanish). Spring Spanish teacher Maura will tell you everything you need to know about this tense. And we’re going to do it as always, meaning, without having to memorize a conjugation table! To do so, Maura decided to pay a visit to a friend…
Learn Spanish With News: 4 Tips For Beginner Learners To Learn With Spanish News Articles
Hello, dear ones! Today, your Spring Spanish teacher Paulísima will talk about how to learn Spanish with news. Because… that’s a thing, too! And we will explain everything you need to know about this approach. Are you ready? Let’s begin! 1. Where to watch Spanish news? In Mexico, some of the most popular news channels…
7 Top Advanced Spanish YouTube Channels For Mastering Spanish Like A Native
Hello, beautiful people! Today, we’ll explore advanced Spanish YouTube channels that are incredibly popular in the Spanish-speaking world. These channels are aimed at native speakers, so most of them are for advanced Spanish learners. BUT we have 2 options that can be incredibly useful even if you’re a beginner, including a very controversial option. 1….
5 Places To Find Spanish-Speaking Friends + Pro Tips
Hello, dear ones! Welcome back to Spring Spanish. If you’re looking to practice your Spanish or simply make new friends who share your love for the language, you’re in the right place. Spring Spanish teacher Paulísima is going to explore how you can find Spanish-speaking friends. 1. Language exchange meetups Have you thought about going…
How To Understand Spanish TV Without Subtitles: The Ultimate Hack
ALEX¡No entiendo nada! ¡Maura, auxilio![I don’t understand anything! Maura, help!] MAURA¿Qué pasó?[What happened?] ALEXEstoy tratando de ver tele en español para practicar. ¡Pero no lo logro![I’m trying to watch TV in Spanish to practice. But I can’t manage!] What Alex wants to do is a relatively advanced task: understand Spanish TV. Fortunately, Spring Spanish teacher…
Not Getting ANY Results in Spanish? Try These 5 Tricks!
PauiSusan! ¡Cuánto tiempo sin verte! ¿Cómo estás? ¿Cómo te está yendo con el español?(Susan! Long time no see! How are you? How’s your Spanish going?) Susan¡Hola, amiga! ¡Qué gusto verte! ¡Ay, ni me menciones el español! ¡No importa cuánto lo intente, simplemente no puedo ver ningún progreso!(Hey, friend! How great to see you! Oh, don’t…
How To Rent A Car In Spanish: All The Vocabulary You Need – Don’t Get Scammed!
Today we’re going to learn everything you need to know about how to rent a car in Spanish to make renting a car in Mexico a super simple experience. Spring Spanish teacher Paulísima will tell you everything from the basics and will share some insider tips. Are you ready? Let’s begin! 1. Important things to…
Quedar vs Quedarse in Spanish: 8 Use Cases With Spanish Dialogue Examples
Quedar vs quedarse is one of those pairs of verbs where the reflexive form is its own world. “Quedarse” doesn’t express the same thing nor is it conjugated the same as the “quedar” version. Let’s see what happens and how these two very similar but different verbs behave. Spring Spanish teacher Maura will tell you…
Teasing In Spanish: How To Flirt In Spanish (Friends And Significant Others)
Actor 1¿Ya viste la de Oppenheimer?(Have you watched Oppenheimer yet?) Actor 2No, pero tengo muchas ganas de verla. Me encanta cómo actúa Cillian Murphy.(No, but I really want to go watch it. I love Cillian Murphy’s acting.) Actor 1Ajá, sí, cómo actúa.(Mhm, yeah, his acting.) Actor 2En serio. Me gusta cómo actúa.(Really. I like his…
Ahorita in Spanish: 5 Meanings Of Ahorita + Audio
¡Hola, mi gente! Yo soy Paulísima de Spring Spanish, and in today’s lesson I’m going to teach you the single most important Spanish word you’ll hear all the time if you are in Mexico (like, seriously, in every other sentence): ahorita in Spanish. It’s the diminutive of an easy Spanish word: ahora (now)… but don’t…
Spanish Phone Call Conversation: 5 Tips For A Perfect Spanish Phone Conversation
This is how you make a perfect Spanish phone call conversation: Paulisima:Bueno?(Hello? Lit. “good?”) Mom:Hola, hijita.(Hello, little daughter.) Paulisima:Hola, mami.(Hello, mommy.) Mom:¿Estás ocupada?(Hey, little daughter, are you busy?) Paulisima:Sí, mamita, sí estoy ocupada. Yo le devuelvo la llamada más tarde, ¿sale?(Yes, mommy, I am busy. I’ll return the call later, alright?) Mom:Ok, que no se…
Lo In Spanish: 4 Ultimate Ways To Correctly Use Lo Spanish Pronoun (Examples)
CARLAPero, ¿a ti te importa lo que piensen los demás de ti?(But, do you care what others think of you?) MAURALo importante es lo que piensa mi familia y mis amigos. Lo que piensan los desconocidos, no.(The important thing is what my family and friends think. What strangers think, no.) “Lo” is one of those…
Spanish Imperative: Form The Imperative Mood In Spanish Grammar With Chunks
MAURA¡Para! Relájate… Mira este video hasta el final y aprende español ahora y para siempre… Repite después de mi: Maura es la mejor profesora de español.(Stop! Relax… Watch this video until the end and learn Spanish now and forever…Repeat after me: Maura is the best Spanish teacher.) Of course, Maura is one of the teachers…
Conditional Tense Spanish: Comprehensive Guide To If-Sentences With Chunks
Si yo fuera multimillonaria, ayudaría a que todas las personas tuvieran un hogar dónde vivir.(If I were a billionaire, I would help all people to have a home to live.) Si yo fuera millonaria, me llevaría a toda mi familia de vacaciones a Bali.(If I were a millionaire, I would take my entire family on…
Porque Spanish Grammar: 4 Alternatives Native Speakers Use
ALEJANDRAEste año trabajaremos extra porque no alcanzamos las metas. Esto porque pasamos por dos años de pandemia. (This year we’ll work extra because we didn’t reach our goals. This is because we went through two years of pandemic.) MAURA¿Por qué recae tanta responsabilidad en nuestro departamento? (Why does so much responsibility fall on our department?)…
Spanish Conversation: 5 Tricks to Make Your Conversations In Spanish Unforgettable!
Let’s talk! ¡En español, por supuesto! (In Spanish, of course!) Spring Spanish teacher Paulisima will share 5 tips and tricks with you for perfect Spanish conversations. Here are 5 questions and answers you can use to have a conversation in Spanish what will make you memorable to your conversation partner. Empecemos. (Let’s get started.) 5…
De Verdad Spanish: 6 Alternatives To Express Surprise To Shocking News in Spanish
¡Hola gente! (Hello people!) In this video, you’re learning alternatives to react to shocking news in ways other than de verdad. Let’s see this short Spanish conversation to se de verdad in action: Y entonces que le dice: ”¿No te has dado cuenta de que tu hijo es idéntico a tu mejor amigo?”(And then he…
Importante Spanish: 8 Alternatives To Express Importance In Spanish
There’s nothing wrong with the word importante, but there are other words you can use. Add variety to your Spanish with the 8 alternatives to importante Spanish that you will learn in this lesson. Let’s start with a short conversation: Amiga siéntate, te tengo una noticia muy importante.(Girlfriend sit down, I have very important news.)…
Motivation To Learn Spanish: Try These 6 Ultimate Tips To Get Started
Have you been learning Spanish for a while and you are losing motivation? Have you been saying: ¡Sí quiero aprender español pero me da pereza! (I do want to learn Spanish but I’m feeling lazy!) Watch this lesson and find motivation to learn Spanish. ¡Mi gente, vayan por su libreta para anotar! (My people, go…
Teaching A Child To Speak Spanish: Essential Guide With Tips & Tricks
Are you a Spanish native speaker or a Spanish learner, and interested in teaching a child to speak Spanish? In this lesson, you will learn the best Spanish chunks to teach your children, and some amazing tips to make sure your child grows up bilingual. Spring Spanish teacher Maura will help you in teaching a…
Lose Your Accent In Spanish: 4 Tips & Tricks To Avoid Sounding Like A Beginner Student
Want to speak perfect Spanish, just like a native? Then you have to lose your accent in Spanish! Losing it completely is very hard, but these tricks will help you to considerably to reduce it, and hide your foreigner status for much longer! Spring Spanish teacher Paulisima will tell you all about these tips: 1….
Aqui vs Alli vs Aca vs Ahi vs Alla: The Ultimate Guide You Need + Examples
“No, mami, aquí no están las llaves. Deben de estar allá. Busque bien, en la cocina, deben estar por ahí, estoy segura”. (“No, mommy, the keys are not here. They must be there. Look well, in the kitchen, they must be somewhere there, I’m sure.”) Confused yet? You’re not alone! But we’re fixing that today,…
Hispanic Family Vocabulary: Ultimate Guide On How Talk To Your Spanish Family
If you have a Spanish-speaking family, or you married into a Spanish-speaking family, then there are certain topics you’ll want to be able to cover in Spanish para quedar bien con ellos. (to look good in front of them.) In this lesson, we’ll go over the essentials, plus some very useful chunks to keep the…
Doctor Spanish: All You Have To Know When You’re Sick in Latin America
Did you get ill in Latin America, and the thought of going to the doctor and explaining everything in Spanish makes you even more sick? Doctor Spanish ordering! Learn all the Spanish you need to communicate with doctors, and get healthy soon! 1. The phone call to reach Doctor Spanish The most important thing in…
Your First Trip to Spanish Speaking Country: 25+ Lifesaving Must-Learn Chunks
Mi gente (my people), are you planning a trip to Spanish speaking country, pero, ¿NO HABLAS ESPAÑOL? (but, YOU DON’T SPEAK SPANISH?) Te tengo buenas noticias. (I have good news for you.) Today, I am teaching you the 25 lifesaver chunks that you need if you’re traveling to Spain, Mexico, or another country, without knowing…
Crazy Mexican Christmas FOOD & DRINKS: Have you ever tasted THIS?
Have you been lucky enough to score an invitation to a Mexican or Latino family party for Christmas? You’re in for a treat, mi amigo (my friend). Literally! Because you’re about to discover the ins and outs of Mexican Christmas food or drinks in this video! Psst… Also: if you decide to throw a Mexican…
Aún vs Ya vs Todavía: What’s the Difference and How to Use Them?
Do you already know how to use aún vs ya vs todavía? What? You still don’t know? Well don’t worry because you still have time to do it! In this blog post, we’ll explore the differences between these short words and tell you how you can use each. 1. How to use ya in Spanish…
Como Estas Meaning in Spanish: 12 Alternatives + Audio
Today, we’ll be teaching you 12 different ways for you to ask someone “How are you?” in Spanish. Como estas is a perfect way to ask that, but it is somewhat overused by Spanish students. Como estas is a common phrase in Spanish. It’s often combined with other Spanish greetings to ask about someone’s well-being….
Bien In Spanish: 6 Alternatives For Saying Good In Spanish (With Examples)
¿Cómo estuvo el concierto?(How was the concert?) ¡Bien!(Good!) ¿Y la playa?(And the beach?) Bien, también.(Good, too.) Stop it already! Bien is such a common word that’s excessively used to answer a variety of questions in Spanish. In Spanish, “bien” is used in different ways:• it shows agreement or approval• it means well when talking about…
Sexual Mistakes in Spanish: Avoid 5 Embarrassing Moments
ALEX¡Vamos a la playa! ¡Estoy muy, muy, muy excitada!(Let’s go to the beach! I’m very, very, very _________!) MAURA(chokes while taking a sip from a drink) We’ll go over that specific example in a little bit. Just know that this is one of many instances when natives won’t be able to help but laughing –…
10 Colors in Spanish: Color Names + Grammar Rules (Audio)
The Latin world is very colorful, both literally and culturally, so knowing the colors es muy importante (is very important). In this blog post, we’ll share you ways on how to talk about colors in Spanish. 1. Basic Questions about colors in Spanish If you want to know what color something is, these are the…
Clothes in Spanish: Master 6 Common Clothing Words + Audio
¿Has querido chulear la ropa de alguien, pero no sabías el nombre de la ropa? (Have you ever wanted to compliment somebody’s clothes and you didn’t know the name of each item?) Would you like to know how to say the name of each clothing item you wear? Well, don’t go anywhere, because in this…
5 different ways to say You’re Welcome in Spanish: STOP saying De Nada in Spanish (+ audio)
It’s not that saying “de nada” (you’re welcome in Spanish) is wrong… It’s just that there are plenty of amazing options that will make you sound so much better! Chances are you’ve been taught to reply “de nada” when somebody says “gracias” to you. But en este artículo vas a aprender (in this article you…
Querer Conjugation Spanish: 3 Ultimate Ways To Use It With Chunks
¿Qué quieres? Ahh, estoy segura que quieres aprender como utilizar el verbo querer. (What do you want? Ohh, I’m sure you want to learn how to use the verb “to want”.) The Spanish verb querer is tricky. It means “to want”, but is not always used exactly the same way as its English equivalent… AND…
Months in Spanish: Ultimate Guide To Learn All 12 Months
The months in Spanish are: Spanish English Enero January Febrero February Marzo March Abril April Mayo May Junio June Julio July Agosto August Septiembre September Octubre October Noviembre November Diciembre December Here’s how our Spring Spanish teacher explains the months in Spanish with an easy hack to memorize them! 1. Months in Spanish: Masculine &…
Grammatically Correct Spanish: Ultimate Guide To Speak Spanish Like A Native
So, during many of our lessons, we get comments with this feeling: And guys, you’re not wrong: we teach Spanish that doesn’t always follow the grammar rule book. And we’re proud of it! Why? We made a video on whether you should learn grammatically correct Spanish? So, grammar freaks, watch out: in this lesson, you’ll discover…
10 Secret Mexican Words to Impress Native Speakers + Fun Facts
Spanish has incorporated many words from various indigenous languages. This adds rich cultural diversity to the language. Today we will explore 10 Mexican words in Spanish that have their origins in native Mexican and Mesoamerican languages. I’m Paulísima, your Spanish teacher at Spring Spanish. Let’s begin! Spanish English Elote, Maíz Corn Esquites Corn kernels dish…
How to Form Sentences in Spanish: 3 Practice Exercises + Solutions
Did you ever wonder about the question of how to form sentences in Spanish? let’s listen to a real conversation first, than explore this question! ALEXMaura, hace unos días unos amigos me pidieron tips sobre cómo empezar oraciones en español.(Maura, a few days ago some friends asked me for tips on how to start sentences…
Beach Spanish Words: 40+ Spanish Words & Chunks To Speak Like A Local At La Playa!
Are you looking to travel to the beach in a Spanish-speaking country? Sol, playa, arena… (Sun, beach, sand…) Yeah, that does sound good! And guess what? You’ll enjoy it even more if you know all the beach Spanish words and chunks to, say, get the best chair and umbrella, order food and drinks, join in…
Why Is It So Hard To Learn Spanish: 4 Difficult Spanish Grammar Topics
Why is it so hard to learn Spanish? Spanish is one of the most widely learned languages in the world. However, it has its difficulties, especially for native English speakers. Here’s what Maura, our Spring Spanish teacher has to say about this topic: Let’s take a look at four of the biggest challenges, what you…
21 Best Ways to Say GOODBYE in Spanish (Adiós) – Audio examples 👋
Saying goodbye properly is very important in any language. Spanish is no exception, of course. In this article aprenderás cómo despedirte en español (you will learn how to say goodbye in Spanish!). The most common way to say goodbye in Spanish is “Adiós.” People in Spanish-speaking countries use it in both formal and informal settings….
X in Spanish: 4 Ways to Pronounce La Equis with Examples & Audio
In this blog post, you’ll learn how to pronounce the X in Spanish. X Pronunciation Example Words Like the Spanish J sound México, Xavier, Oaxaca, Texas, Xalapa As the KS sound Sexy, Axila, words starting with “ex” followed by “pr” or “pl” As the S sound Xochitl, Xochimilco, Taxco, Atlixco, Xochicalco, Xochitepec, words starting with…
OK in Spanish: 10 Ways to Use Alternatives For Okay in Spanish (Vale, Bien, Claro) + Audio
Mis amigos, if you want to sound more like a native speaker while speaking Spanish, it’s time for you to STOP saying the same old vale or ok in Spanish. Use one of these 10 much more conversational alternatives instead! Before we give you the first one, you must know that the word OK in…
18 Spanish Party Phrases You Need For a Crazy Party: Use Spanish Slangs Like a Native Speaker!
Have you ever had “just water” because you couldn’t order a drink in Spanish? In this article, we’ll share with you some of my wisdom about the best Spanish party phrases and habits Latins use to enjoy the fiesta, as it should be! 1. The most common Spanish party phrases in Mexico It’s very common…
Hay vs Había vs Hubo: Try 1 Simple Trick to Always Use Spanish Haber Correctly
Today, you’re going to finally master the verb haber and the 3 ways it’s most often used: hay vs había vs hubo. There are a lot of explanations out there on the Internet about the verb haber, but if you’ve ever thought “I understand the rules, but I never remember them in a conversation”, this…
31 Compliments in Spanish: Latinos Love to Hear + Audio
Who doesn’t looooove getting compliments in Spanish?! e might not always know how to react to them well… But yes, a nice cumplido (compliment) can really be the key to unlocking a Latino/a heart… and not only while flirting! Compliments in Spanish can also help you get better service at a restaurant or in a…
Adios Meaning: 7 Alternatives You Can Use Like Native Speakers
Mis amigos, are you still saying Adios to say goodbye? Well, don’t! Find out adios meaning and it’s alternatives! At least don’t if you want to sound like a true native Spanish speaker because they use much cooler alternatives instead. Today, we have 7 alternatives that will make you sound like a pro! 1. Nos…
Don’t Say Yo Quiero: 5 Alternatives You Can Use For Yo Quiero Spanish + Example Dialogues
If you want to sound like a native Spanish speaker, please don’t just say “¡yo quiero!” (I want!) Yeah, it does the job, but if you really want to blend in and speak Spanish at a high level, better use the following 5 alternatives instead for yo quiero Spanish! A) Order food with yo quiero…
Do Not Say Estoy Bien in Spanish (I’m fine) – 13 Alternatives + Bonus Audio
So, if you read the article about 8 alternatives to saying ¿Cómo estás? (How are you?) in Spanish, then this article is the perfect complement, as we will be teaching you the formal, informal and Mexican ways to reply to that question. In this article, you will learn how you can use alternatives to say…
Yo Conjugation Spanish: Learn How To Conjugate 18 Verbs For Yo in Spanish
Learn how to speak about yourself in Spanish, and how to use Yo conjugation Spanish. No, we will not cover boring conjugation tables today, but rather you will learn lots of chunks with yo, that’ll help you to conjugate without even thinking about it! 1. Ser & Estar in Spanish Let’s start with the most…
Learn Spanish for FREE: 5 Free Online Resources for Spanish Learning!
If you’re learning Spanish with a tight budget… good news! The magic of the internet gives you tons of free resources to improve your Spanish… like this video you’re watching on our channel 😉 But there are more materials beyond Spring Spanish, of course, to learn Spanish for free! Paulisima shares her ideas here: 1….
Living in a Spanish Speaking Country to Learn Spanish: 5 Cultural Insights
Do you really have to move to a Spanish-speaking country to learn Spanish? Or is it possible to learn Spanish desde la comodidad de tu casa (from the comfort of your home), maybe even without leaving the house? So the question is: do you have to be living in a Spanish speaking country to learn…
Abbreviations in Spanish: 39 Spanish Abbreviations That Native Speakers Use
When you’re talking and writing a lot in Spanish, you inevitably run into abbreviations in Spanish. And you might be surprised at first: what are abbreviations in Spanish; how do you use them; when do you use them? Let’s answer all of these questions on the Spring Spanish Channel! Maura tells you everything you have…
Shut Up in Spanish: 4 Ways to Say Polite and Rude Phrases + Audio for Calláte Alternatives
Admit it: sometimes we hear someone rambling, or nagging, or just talking too much, and we REALLY want that person to just… SHUT UP! In Spanish, just like in English, there are polite and less polite ways to communicate this to someone. “Cállate” is a direct and impolite way to say “shut up” in Spanish….
Sports in Spanish: 50+ Useful Spanish Sports Vocabulary + Audio
Ready to go to a soccer match in Argentina? Do you prefer to see some tennis or basketball in Spain? How about a Caribbean baseball game? Well, if you really want to blend into a Hispanic country or community, learn your chunks about sports in Spanish! First, let’s explore this list of the most popular…
10 Ways to Say No Problem in Spanish + Chunks from Latin America
We’re pretty sure that you’ve said or heard “No problemo” more than once and well… that’s wrong! In this article, Spring Spanish teacher Cory I will not only teach you the correct way to say it, but you will also discover 10 other ways to say no problem in Spanish that’ll make you sound super…
Entonces Spanish: Use 5 Alternatives in Real Spanish Sentences
Y entonces que me toma de la mano y entonces que me le quedo viendo. ¡Y entonces que pasa mi ex! (And so he grabs my hand, and then I stare at him. And then my ex passes by!) Entonces Spanish: Don’t ruin a great story by saying entonces (then) too much! Ponle variedad a…
No Tan Bien Spanish: Use 6 Alternatives In Real Sentences & Dialogues
¿Tú cómo estás? (How are you?) Porque yo… no tan bien. (Because I… not so good.) Don’t worry, I’m actually doing pretty good right now, but that’s definitely not always the case, and I do happen to be the type of person who likes to be real when answering “¿cómo estás?” (How are you?) No…
10 Best Netflix Spanish Shows & Movies To Learn Spanish on Netflix
Everybody loves to learn a language while watching their favorite movies and shows. No wonder why my video about learning Spanish with Netflix has been so popular. Thank you for that! So, I was compelled to make a new version of this video, with new great Netflix Spanish shows for this year! I’m Spring Spanish…
How to say of course in Spanish (por supuesto) and 11 amazing alternatives with audio
Today, we’ll look at alternatives to saying of course in Spanish (“por supuesto”). Not because there’s anything wrong with that, but because this idea has many nuances and, therefore, many options to convey exactly what you mean. I’m Spring Spanish teacher, Maura. Are you ready? ¡Claro! (Of course!) 1. Of course in Spanish alternatives: Claro…
PUEDO TENER is WRONG! Here’s How To Ask For Things in Spanish.
¿Puedo tener una servilleta? ¡No! ¡No la puedes tener! (Literally, “Can I have a napkin? No! You cannot have it!) Please don’t say that in a Mexican restaurant… Because it doesn’t mean “Can I have” in Spanish; it’s just… wrong. Say this and your foreigner status is discovered immediately! So, how to ask for things…
Order in Spanish: Essential Spanish Chunks To Sound Like A Latino Insider
Hola, me gustaría el filete de pollo a la plancha y una copa de vino tinto. Gracias. (Hi, I would like the grilled chicken fillet and a glass of red wine. Thank you.) Congratulations! You just made an order in Spanish in a restaurant… like a true textbook! Don’t worry, everybody understood you. But wouldn’t…
10 Wrong Literal Translations in Spanish With Example Conversations
If you translate literally from English to Spanish, sometimes you’ll get it right, but many times you’ll end up with hilarious results that native Spanish speakers may or may not understand. In this lesson, you’ll discover 10 wrong literal translations in Spanish that learners make the most…and that you probably want to avoid. I’m Spring…
Ojala in Spanish: Forget About The Subjunctive
Native speakers use ojalá in Spanish all the time, but it’s a tricky little word, because you have to use the Spanish subjuntivo with it. Before you throw your arms up in despair: we’re going to make this easy for you, by teaching you 14 chunks with ojalá: word combinations that always stay the same…
10 Secret Mexican Phrases You Need To Know To Be a Secret Mexican
There are some phrases in Spanish that only we Mexicans use. Dilas y los mexicanos van a pensar que eres uno de nosotros. (Say them and Mexicans will be tricked into thinking you are one of us.) And even if they don’t, they’ll be amazed that you know such insider Mexican Spanish! This is not…
Mucho Gusto in Spanish: 4 Alternatives That Native Speakers Use All The Time
If you want to sound like a native Spanish speaker, please don’t just say ¡mucho gusto! Yeah, it does the job, but if you really want to blend in and speak Spanish at a high level, better use the following 5 alternatives instead! I’m Spring Spanish teacher Paulisima, and THIS is your first alternative: 1….
How is Public Transport in Mexico? All The Spanish You Need to Get Around!
What’s public transport in Mexico like? Do we really have chickens traveling with us like Hollywood makes it out to be? What kind of trains and buses do we have in Mexico City, Cancun and other regions? In this video, you will learn about all that and all the Spanish you need, to catch any…
Learn SOCIAL MEDIA SPANISH: This is how Latinos communicate online!
¡Ayñ! ¡Sa mamiii! Eres una dura, bb. Escríbeme al privado, pls. Did you just understand that? If not, don’t worry, we’ll go over it at the end. This is how Spanish native speakers communicate online, and as you have seen, it does not resemble spoken Spanish at all. It’s ok to be a bit lost,…
Guau in Spanish: 8 Alternatives to Use Like Native Speakers (with Examples)
You just had the best taco in the world in Mexico City and you want to show how impressed you are? Well, you could say guau in Spanish (wow) which almost sounds the same as it does in English. But why not add variety to your Spanish and impress native Spanish speakers by showing how…
11 Examples on How to End a Conversation in Spanish (Real-life Examples)
Don’t know how to end a conversation in Spanish? I will show you 11 amazing ways and chunks to steer clear from that awkwardness and end conversations with a native speaker pleasantly. You don’t want your conversations to end as awkwardly as in this example: ACTOR 1¡Genial! Entonces, ¿está todo listo para la presentación?(Great! So,…
Finally Master the LL and Y in Spanish: How are They Pronounced?
If you’re new to the use of LL and Y in Spanish and how Spanish speaking natives pronounce them, this conversation is an introduction for you. Spoiler alert: ¡Todos están hablando de la misma palabra! (They’re all the same word!) AMERICANOkay my amigos latinos, I hope you’re hungry because this American is making an Spanish…
Don’t Say No Tengo Dinero: 7 Alternatives in Spanish (With Examples)
ACTOR 1Hola(Hello) ACTOR 2Hola(Hello) ACTOR 1¿Qué te parece ese? ¿O ese? ¿O ese?(What do you think about that one? Or that one? Or that one?) ACTOR 2No tengo dinero.(I don’t have money.) Someone tries to sell you something, or your friends want you to join them at a fancy restaurant, but you don’t have money?…
10 Spanish Questions And Answers To Prepare For Your Spanish Conversations
Hola, ¿qué estás haciendo en México? (Hello, what are you doing in Mexico?) Could you answer that question? Well, you should because Mexicans / Spanish speakers / Latinos will ask you all the time! So let’s practice such a conversation. I will give you 10 Spanish questions and answers, because you will surely need them!…
How to Fight in Spanish: Say This When You’re Angry – Examples!
I would love it if you never had to fight, not with your friends or your partner, with anyone. But unfortunately in every relationship there will be conflict. But don’t worry because Paulísima, your favorite Spanish teacher, will teach you how to sail a fight in Spanish. Everything started with an innocent question… Hola mi…
Don’t Say Yo Pienso in Spanish: 8 Alternatives That Native Speakers Use
Stop saying yo pienso in Spanish all the time! Yes, it’s correct but it’s also boring and there are much better options to say “I think” in Spanish that’ll make you sound like a native speaker. Instead, use one of these 8 great conversational alternatives! I am Spring Spanish teacher Paulisima, and here is your…
Taking the Bus in Spanish: Don’t get lost in Mexico (with Examples)
How do you get the right bus ticket in Mexico and other Spanish-speaking countries? What do you say when you enter the bus? What is the bus driver going to ask you? If you don’t want to end up at the wrong place or pay a fine for not having the right bus ticket in…
Muy Bien in Spanish: 10 Alternatives Spanish Native Speakers Use
If you want to sound more like a native speaker it’s time that you stop answering muy bien in Spanish everytime someone asks “how are you?” I’m Paulísima, Spanish teacher at Spring Spanish, and in this lesson I’m going to teach you 10 alternatives to “muy bien” and also I’m going to teach you some…
Tú Conjugation in Spanish: How the Second-person Singular Works
Let’s speak about… you! No, not “you” (point at camera); the personal pronoun “tú” in Spanish. I am Spring Spanish teacher Paulísima and in this video you will learn how to conjugate verbs in the second-person singular… with TÚ conjugation in Spanish! We will skip the boring and complicated conjugation tables and instead of that…
Negotiate & Bargain in Spanish: Get Cheap Local Prices in Mexico
Mis amigos, ¿saben lo que es el “tourist tax”? (My friends, do you know what the tourist tax is?) It isn’t an official tax, but it’s what you get for not speaking Spanish properly and not knowing como regatear en español (how to bargain in Spanish) like the locals. But… that stops today! Yo soy…
50 Spanish Phrases You Need to Know: Amazing Chunks You’ll Need Every Day
No sé si te has dado cuenta (I’m not sure, you’ve noticed), but there are a couple of phrases that native speakers in any language use over and over again. If you memorize these frequently used chunks in Spanish, it will be much easier for you to travel in Spanish-speaking countries and have conversations with…
Spanish Nature Vocabulary: Ultimate Guide You Will Need for a Mexican Trip
Are you a nature lover? Do you like to go hiking? Did you know that Mexico houses an award-winning urban forest? En este video vas a aprender (In this video you are going to learn) Spanish nature vocabulary and chunks you will absolutely need when going a una aventura en un parque o en un…
Mexico City Subway & Public Transport Mexico (How to Speak Spanish There)
What’s the subway in Mexico like? Fun fact: You might actually have seen it in a Hollywood movie… In this video, you will learn all the practical stuff and interesting facts about el metro de la ciudad de México (the Mexico City subway) You’ll learn all the Spanish you need to catch the subway in…
Master DIRECT vs INDIRECT OBJECT Pronouns Spanish with Examples
Hello, I am Maura from Spring Spanish, and in this video, we will make a comparison between these pronouns to understand why they are confusing and how to use them. Direct vs indirect object pronouns Spanish, here it comes! Let’s get started! 1. What are Direct Object Pronouns in Spanish? Before we start, let me…
STOP Listening to Slowed-Down Speech in Spanish with 3 Tips
Are you listening to slowed-down speech in Spanish? Well, no matter how much you listen that way, it won’t help you much understanding something like: Lo siento mucho, pero eso no te va a servir tanto como crees con nativos que hablan todo el tiempo así, amigo querido. (I’m sorry, but that won’t help you…
The 20 Best Chunks for Comparing in Spanish with Example Sentences
¿Eres el más alto de la familia? ¿Quién es más guapo, tu amigo o tú? ¿Quién es el más chico de tus hermanos? (Are you the tallest in your family? Who is more handsome, your friend or you? Who is the youngest of your siblings?) If you want to be able to do comparing in…
50 Most Frequent Spanish Words Native Speakers Use All The Time
Did you know the 1000 most frequent Spanish words make up about 80% of all spoken Spanish? Learning them is a big “language hack” to understand Spanish more quickly! I’m Paulisima from Spring Spanish, and to get you started, in this video, I’ll give you the 50 most important Spanish words with example sentences! Espérenme…