With exam results out in the UK this week the ongoing debate about whether ‘native speakers’ should sit exams (as it is said to jeopardize the statistics and influence grade boundaries) got me thinking about what actually a “native speaker” of a language is. So in this blog post I’m explore what it actually means to speak native Spanish in the UK?
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If you live in the UK or the US and you’re finding it difficult to move forward with your Spanish it’s probably due to one of these three problems:
1. Lack of Immersion
2. Pronunciation and Accent Differences
3. Grammar and Verb Conjugations
To help in this blog post I’m going to go through each one in more detail and give you an actionable solution that will get you moving again!
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I’ve been preparing students for their GCSE Spanish exam for 10 years. And in this blogpost I’m going to share with you my top tips on how to get the best grade possible.
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Do you dread the thought of going to the hairdressers in a Spanish speaking country? Would you rather wait until you get home or take the scissors to your hair yourself than go and have to sit and struggle through a very painful hairdressing appointment? Well in today’s blogpost you’re going to learn some Spanish vocabulary and phrases that will make your hairdressing experience in a Spanish speaking country much more enjoyable.
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Learning Spanish is an exciting journey, but it can sometimes feel overwhelming. The good news is that with the right strategies, you can manage this feeling and make steady progress. Here are three effective ways to manage overwhelm when learning Spanish.
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In a world where the pursuit of wellness often focuses on physical fitness and nutrition, the role of language learning in promoting overall health might come as a surprise. However, delving into the realms of language acquisition, particularly learning Spanish, can offer an array of unexpected health benefits. Beyond just expanding your linguistic repertoire, mastering Spanish can positively impact both your mental and physical well-being. Let’s explore how embracing this vibrant language can lead to a healthier, happier you.
Read More »Unlocking Wellness: The Surprising Health Benefits of Learning Spanish
¡Hola! Do you want to learn Spanish in a fun and effective way? Well, you’ve come to the right please. In this ever more digital World, the artificial intelligence is revolutionizing the way that we learn new languages. And one tool that is causing a sensation is ChatGPT. With it’s ability to interact and simulate real conversations, ChatGPT has become the perfect companion for those who want to submerge themselves in the fascinating Spanish-speaking World. In this blog post, I will show you how you can make the most of this incredible AI to improve your linguistic skills. So get ready to discover how to use ChatGPT as your language-learning partner while you dominate the Spanish language in a fun and efficient way! ¿Listo? ¡Vamos!
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Are you tired of shelling out big bucks at fancy restaurants in your quest to learn a new language? Well, we have some thrifty news… Read More »The Thrifty Language Learner’s Guide: Why Abandoning Expensive Restaurants Is Key to Mastering Spanish
¡Hola amigos! Are you tired of setting strict goals when it comes to learning Spanish? Well, we have some fantastic news for you. Learning a new language doesn’t have to be all about hitting milestones and achieving objectives. In fact, embracing the joy of learning Spanish without setting strict targets can open up a whole new world of excitement and inspiration. So put away those rigid plans and join us on a liberating journey where spontaneity, curiosity, and pure enjoyment reign supreme. ¡Vamos!
Read More »The Joy of Learning Spanish without Setting Strict Objectives
The main mistake that people make when they are in a conversation with somebody and they are asked or they want to talk about where they’re from is they confuse the verb vivir, which means to live, with the verb ser, to be, where you’re actually from. So one thing is where you live, and the other thing is where you’re from.
So, in this blogpost, I thought I’d take you back to basics and recap how to say where you’re from in Español. We’re not doing where you live, we’ll save that for another post.¿Listo? ¡Vamos!
Read More »How to say where you are from in Spanish