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    What does ‘Poco a poco’ Mean!?

    May 12, 2020 /

    Poco a poco is not only a good Spanish expression to learn, it’s also an approach to life that is particularly relevant during these uncertain times.

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  • Adapting,  Language Learning

    Expressions: ¿Qué tal…?

    February 11, 2020 /

    ¿Qué tal…? Is a Spanish expression that you will hear often if you are abroad in Spain. It is used between acquaintances and best friends alike. But what does it mean? In this article we dive into this expression.

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  • Language Learning,  Preparing

    What Does “(Me) Da Igual” Really Mean!?

    October 3, 2019 /

    Have you heard these expressions in conversation but still have doubts about their meanings and differences? Or do you just want to learn new Spanish expressions. Either way, we’ve got what you’re looking for!

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  • How to,  Language Learning,  Preparing

    Expressions: When and How to Use “Hasta…”

    June 25, 2019 /

    Hasta luego, hasta ahora, hasta entonces… As a language-learner, it may seem like there are endless ways to say “see you later” in Spain. If you’re curious about the intricacies of when you use one rather than the other, this article is for you!

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    Easy Spanish for Restaurants

    April 30, 2019 /

    Traveling in a Spanish-speaking country and need to brush up on some Spanish before you head out for dinner tonight? We’ve got you covered!

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  • Language Learning,  Preparing

    Incorporating ‘Vale’ in Everyday Interactions

    April 23, 2019 /

    There are words that you will hear every day while you are in Spain and vale is one of them. This post dives a little bit deeper into what vale means in Spain and how Spaniards use it in every day language.

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  • Language Learning,  Preparing

    Easy Spanish for Traveling

    March 5, 2019 /

    Will you be traveling in a Spanish-speaking country soon? If so, we recommend you learn (or brush up on) these important expressions for traveling in Spanish. From your flight to the hotel to the sightseeing, we’ve got you covered!

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  • Adapting,  Language Learning

    What Does “No hay de qué” Mean?

    February 26, 2019 /

    Have you heard the expression no hay de que while studying, living, or traveling abroad in Spain and you are wondering what it means? Well look no further! Here we explain this Spanish expression and share how it’s used in real life.

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    Learn Spanish: When Do I Use ‘Usted?’

    January 22, 2019 /

    Choosing between the formal ‘usted’ and informal ‘tú’ pronouns is harder than you may think—especially because the interpretation of what is formal and informal is both subjective and cultural. Read on to learn about the interpretation of this in Spain.

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  • Language Learning,  Preparing

    What Does “Me Cago en…” Actually Mean?

    October 23, 2018 /

    If you’ve ever heard the expression “me cago en…[insert object/person/place/idea here]” you might be confused at what it means. In this article we are diving in to how it is used and interpreted in Spain.

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    What does “El Mundo es un Pañuelo” Mean?

    September 7, 2018 /

    In this edition of our expressions series, we’re looking into the saying el mundo es un pañuelo, which will likely come in handy for you as you begin to meet more and more people.

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  • Food,  Language Learning,  Preparing

    What Does “Buen Provecho” Mean?

    August 3, 2018 /

    Noticed that people in Spain may say “Bueno provecho” or even “Que aproveche” or “Aproveche” after food is served? Let’s talk about what the different forms really mean and how you can use them without offending.

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