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How to Say “Hello” in Spanish

https://youtu.be/QowqVG1BBto?si=MSS_ZQeZFG7eFHUf Even if you don’t actually have the intention of learning a language, being able to say hello to someone when you’re traveling makes you look good. We all know this, don’t we? You just need to try not to pronounce it too well, so that they don’t mistake you for a native speaker—because we’re sure you’d rather not have to stand there awkwardly while they talk to you in a language you don’t know! However, if you do want to learn a language, it’s extremely important that you know how to greet someone in different ways for various occasions. This is why today, at SpanishPod101.com, we’ll show you how to say “hello” or “good morning” in Spanish—as well as in the other languages that are... Show more

How to Celebrate April Fools’ Day in Spanish

Most everyone is familiar with this day, as it is celebrated nearly everywhere the world. Yet, when exactly is April Fools’ Day? And where did April Fools come from? April Fools’ Day is observed on April 1st every year. This day of jokes and pranks is believed to have stemmed from the 16th-century calendar change in France, when New Year’s Day was moved from April 1 to January 1. This action was taken due to the adoption of the Gregorian calendar. However, a few people were resistant to the calendar change, so they continued to observe New Year’s Day on April 1st, rather than the new date. They were referred to as the “April Fools”, and others started playing mocking tricks on them. This custom endured, and is practiced to this day... Show more

3 Reasons Why Playing Games Helps You Learn Spanish Faster

Discover 3 ways that Spanish learning games and video games can help you learn and master Spanish faster, retain more, and enhance your language skills. Create Your Free Lifetime Account and Start Learning the whole Spanish Language from the Beginning! Can You Learn Spanish Using Games? Yes, Spanish learning games and even video games can help you learn and master Spanish faster and improve overall comprehension. Research studies have concluded that video games enhance traditional learning methods and make mastering a new language like Spanish fun and exciting. Without the firm foundation in grammar and vocabulary provided by conventional learning programs, however, you will not be able to learn Spanish with games alone. But... Show more

4 Reasons Why Spanish Slang Words Will Make You Fluent

Learn 4 honest reasons you need Spanish slang words and why they are so vital to truly learning and mastering the language. Teachers may normally cringe at the thought of their students learning Spanish slang words. After all, slang words and phrases are typically defined as being grammatically incorrect. So why would your teacher want you to spend time learning the “wrong way” to speak Spanish? Here are 4 of the top reasons why you should study slang words and expressions when learning Spanish or any new language. Create Your Free Lifetime Account and Start Learning the whole Spanish Language from the Beginning! 1. Native Speakers Use Slang Expressions in Everyday Conversation If you are going to study a foreign... Show more

Top 20 Spanish Words and Phrases you need to survive the Apocalypse

Zombies are coming, and they speak Spanish! Do you have what it takes to survive? No? How lucky you are, we have exactly what you need. Here is the Top 20 Words and Phrases you need to survive this Apocalypse! Click here to listen how to pronounce those phrases! infección (n) infection espantoso (adj) scary calavera (n) skull tumba (n) grave ¿Cuál es tu película favorita de zombis? What's your favorite zombie movie? Click here to access this lesson for free! apocalipsis (n) apocalypse levantarse de la tumba. rise from the grave ¡Zombis! ¡Corre! Zombies! Run! Si hubiera un ataque de zombis, ¿a dónde irías? If there was a zombie attack, where would you go? sobrenatural (adj) ... Show more

How to Learn Spanish in Your Car?

Stuck in traffic? Losing time in your car? Have you ever felt that in all this wasted time, you could have watched the 750 episodes of One Piece, finished the last Super Mario ten times, or even better…you could have learned Spanish? Between family, friends and work, in addition to this time-consuming commute, it can become difficult to find time to properly learn Spanish. Fortunately, every problem has a solution, and what could be a better solution than turning that commute time into learning time? Stop passing the time mindlessly listening to the radio and try some of our best tips for mastering Spanish in your car! Click Here To Start Learning Spanish Right Now! You can learn Spanish in your car, hands free While... Show more

10 Monthly Goals to become fluent in Spanish

Hey Spanish Learner! Shortcuts for learning and tips to remember Spanish words are useful but it's even also important to fix objectives to reach every month! What Is Your Language Learning Goal for the Month? In your journey to become fluent and conversational here are 10 monthly goals you can go after! Click Here To Start Learning Spanish Right Now! 1) I'll finish Survival Phrases series on SpanishPod101.com by listening to two lesson a day. 2) I'll give a 3 minute introductory speech in Spanish to my Spanish friends. 3) I'll finish reading one Spanish book by reading 10 pages a day. 4) I'll pass my Spanish test. 5) I'll write 10 postcards in Spanish to my Spanish friends. 6) I'll memorize 5 Spanish songs. 7)... Show more

Spanish Word of the Day – beige (adjective)

Learn a little Spanish everyday with the free Spanish Word of the Day Widget. Check back daily for more vocabulary!beige beige (adjective)Ella se aplicaba maquillaje de color beige todos los días.She applied beige colored make up daily.Beige es un color crema pálido con un tinte amarillento.Beige is a pale cream color with a yellowish tint.vestido beigebeige dresscolor beigebeige colorOwn a blog or website? Share free language content with your readers with the Spanish Word of the Day with Audio Widget. Click here for instructions on how to embed and customize this free widget!

Spanish Word of the Day – cheap (adjective)

Learn a little Spanish everyday with the free Spanish Word of the Day Widget. Check back daily for more vocabulary!barato cheap (adjective)Estoy buscando un par de zapatos baratos.I'm looking for a cheap pair of shoes.El reloj de pulsera no es barato.The wrist watch is not cheap.zapatos baratoscheap shoesgafas de sol baratascheap sunglassesOwn a blog or website? Share free language content with your readers with the Spanish Word of the Day with Audio Widget. Click here for instructions on how to embed and customize this free widget!

Spanish Word of the Day – windy (adjective)

Learn a little Spanish everyday with the free Spanish Word of the Day Widget. Check back daily for more vocabulary!ventoso windy (adjective)Está ventoso afuera.It's windy outside.Tengo que repartir periódicos en días lluviosos y días ventosos.I have to deliver newspapers on rainy days and windy days.día ventosowindy dayOwn a blog or website? Share free language content with your readers with the Spanish Word of the Day with Audio Widget. Click here for instructions on how to embed and customize this free widget!