Breaking myths about Spanish
Breaking myths about Spanish is very important for intermediate and advanced students. There’s a special moment in a student’s life when a teacher says: “all that you thought you knew about this topic is not [...]
Prohibitions and Permissions in Spanish
Prohibitions and permissions in Spanish is a trending topic in Spain these days. The Spanish Government has developed a gradual system for the lockdown de-escalated against the Covid-19. The provinces that have good results and [...]
Reported Speech in Spanish: Verbal Changes
Reported speech in Spanish (estilo indirecto) is a concept that linguists use to explain how the speakers interpret another person’s words. Spaniards love cotilleos (rumors), knowing about our neighbors’ lives or telling secrets. Well, when [...]
Don’t Say “Adiós” in Spanish and Try This
Don’t say adiós in Spanish every time you need to say goodbye. Obviously, it’s one of the commonest words in our language and one of the best known all around. However, nowadays, adiós can sound [...]
Spanish Idioms Using Nationalities and Countries
Spanish idioms using nationalities and countries are very popular when we speak in the colloquial register. Clichés and stereotypes are present at all languages. They are used to make jokes, prejudge and even attack people [...]
Spanish Double Meaning Verbs
Spanish double meaning verbs are a matter that concerns our students on Spanishviaskype.com. Polysemic verbs are always tricky words that need time and effort to master them. However, if we add the subjunctive in this [...]
Popular Sayings in Spanish to Understand Boomers
Popular sayings in Spanish are a good way to approach a foreign culture. It’s said that the common wisdom is encapsulated in these little pills of knowledge. However, if you are a student who starts [...]
Phrasal Verbs in Spanish you’ll need everyday
Phrasal verbs in Spanish (perífrasis verbales) are groups of verbs (usually two) that provide nuances of aspect and modality to the verbal action. These constructions are used because the regular conjugation does not offer those [...]
Verbs that mean the same in Spanish
Verbs that mean the same in Spanish are a very good tool for students who want to sound natural in Spanish. Using synonyms will allow you to enrich your vocabulary and your texts will be [...]