Tag: Spanish
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15 vibrant Spanish podcasts to get you from B1 to B2
So you’re ready to take your Spanish to the next level. But how do you go from following the gist to keeping up with the conversation? The answer is to find the podcasts that light you up. Here I’ve got a mega-selection of superb creations from Spain to Latin America, something for every taste. Upgrade…
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9 fun games to improve your Spanish for A1-C1 learners
Did you know that competition can sharpen your language skills by making you think faster, and eliminating hesitation over whether you’re right or not? This means that games are fertile ground for improving your Spanish quickly! Here are 9 of my favourites. ¡Ándale!
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16 unusual gifts to give a language-loving friend (or buy for yourself)
Here you’ll find gift ideas for every learning style; whether your gift receiver is bookish, practical, creative or something else, I’ve got you covered!
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10 brilliant books on words we should all be reading
📚 My passion for language is never-ending and nowhere is this clearer than on my bookshelves 🤓 Here are 6 books on words that I’ve read and loved this year, and 4 that are on my “read next” list.
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Should you try the Lingoda language sprint? Here’s my experience and advice
If you looking for a course that’ll keep you motivated to progress in a short space of time, Lingoda just might be the ticket. Here’s what to expect and my recommendations.
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Which language is easiest to learn? Comparing French, Italian, Spanish and Portuguese as a native English speaker
If you want to learn a Latin language, but haven’t decided which one, it’s always useful to know what you’re getting yourself into from the offset. Find out what to expect here.
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Why is “problema” masculine?: how to solve gender trouble in Spanish
They taught you that words ending in “a” in Spanish are feminine, so what’s all the exceptions? Find out here.
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Do a short-term Spanish course abroad: why you should study Spanish at Lacunza International House San Sebastian
Whether you’ve been learning Spanish for years or have been thinking about giving it a go, where would be better to study than the culinary capital of the world?
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Want to get to know a country? Read the street art: 17 things I learnt from graffiti in Argentina and Brazil
You learn a lot about the history and the mindset of a people when you pay attention to their “unofficial” messages. Start with street art.
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5 free ways to become the ultimate active listener when learning any foreign language
Find listening in your target language really hard? Zone out when talking gets too quick? It’s time to learn how to be an active listener.
