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    Beyond Spain: Rich Encoding Techniques For Spanish Fluency

    March 20, 2025 /

    In this blog post, guest writer Jennifer of Bueno Spanish shares about rich encoding techniques, an approach to language learning that will help you acquire new vocabulary more easily and effectively. Use her tactical tips to improve your Spanish fluency wherever you live!

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  • Expat Life in Spain,  How to,  Language Learning,  Thriving

    What’s the Difference Between a Spanish Coach and a Spanish Teacher?

    October 31, 2024 /

    Dear Kim, We love that you’ve decided to learn Spanish (or further your study of Spanish) and integrate into life in Spain! We talk about language-learning a lot here on the blog and so you might already be familiar with some common options like apps, books, and tutors. However, did you know there’s another, less common but incredibly powerful way to learn Spanish? It’s working with a Spanish Coach, who offers a unique blend of teaching and life coaching. We’ll be honest, we weren’t super familiar with language coaching ourselves until recently, but when we connected with Jaime Valencia, the director of ABLA Academy, we were immediately intrigued! Coach Jaime…

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    Cómo Aprender Español: Cómo Pensar en Español

    April 25, 2021 /

    In the sixth episode of Cómo Aprender Español: Entrevistas con Expertos, Claudia talks with Guada from Spanish with Guada about why it is important to think in Spanish as well as some top tips for being able to do so.

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  • Language Learning,  Living Abroad

    Cómo Aprender Español: Temas Tabúes

    March 21, 2021 /

    In the fifth episode of our Cómo Aprender Español video series, Dani speaks with Spanish teacher Anabel Fortes about taboo topics that are not usually discuss in the classroom, but that are very important in our real lives.

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    Cómo Aprender Español: Expresiones Comunes

    February 28, 2021 /

    In the fourth episode of the Cómo Aprender Español video series we sit down with David Peter from Your Spanish Guide to discuss some common Spanish expressions and where they come from.

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    March 18, 2021
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    How to: Find Community and Make Friends Online

    February 18, 2021 /

    In the weird world we currently live in, you may feel isolated need to consider creative ways to feel connected. We’ve got lots of tips for where you can find community online and how you can make new friends—virtually.

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  • Language Learning

    Cómo Aprender Español: Cómo Quitar el Miedo al Hablar

    January 24, 2021 /

    In the third episode of the Cómo Aprender Español video series we sit down with Mabel Sánchez from Discover Spanish World to discuss overcoming your fears of speaking a new language.

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  • Language Learning

    Cómo Aprender Español: El Proceso de Aprendizaje – Que Debes Buscar

    November 15, 2020 /

    In the second episode of the Cómo Aprender Español video series we sit down with Nuria Santiago of Nuria Spanish Lessons to discuss the process of language-learning and what you should look for in your teacher.

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    Language-Learning: A Review of Preply

    September 3, 2020 /

    Are you looking for a way to improve your Spanish skills but you are not sure what is the next step? Have you been looking at online tutoring platforms but don’t know which one to choose? Here we review Preply.

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  • Language Learning,  Preparing

    How to Improve Spanish Speaking and Comprehension Skills for Your Upcoming Exam

    August 6, 2020 /

    Are you looking for top tips to improve your Spanish speaking and listening skills for your upcoming exam? Look no further than this article where guest writer Alla shares her industry study hacks with us.

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  • How to,  Language Learning

    Long-term Language Learning (Why and How)

    June 11, 2020 /

    Language-learning can be a life-long commitment. In this post we unpack the reasons why we take a long-term approach and believe you should, too!

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  • Language Learning

    Language-Learning: Why You Should Take Private Classes

    June 9, 2020 /

    There are many, many different ways to learn a language. In this post, we share the seven reasons we believe you should take private, one-on-one lessons.

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