Spanish
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A Traveler Guide to the Best of Cuban Music & Popular Cuban Songs
If you are traveling to Cuba and want to learn about Cuban music and popular Cuban songs, then you have come to the right place! Music is everywhere in Cuba, and it is hard not to experience Cuban music one way or the other. To help you get the most out of the experience of Cuban music and Cuban songs I have created this guide for travelers embarking on a Cuba adventure! Cuban music has something for everyone, from traditional genres like son and rumba to more contemporary styles like salsa and reggaeton. I’m no music expert (actually very far from that!). Still, during my travels to and stay in…
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Slang in Argentina: The Ultimate Guide to Argentinian Slang Words
Slang in Argentina can be almost impossible to understand if you are not used to it. And the Argentines tend to mix a lot of local slang into their Spanish. Even if you have more than a basic understanding of Spanish, Argentine Spanish can be hard to understand. There is so much slang in Argentine Spanish that it has a special name: Lunfardo. The development of Lunfardo dates back to the arrival of European immigrants to Argentina in the 1880s and the emergence of the Argentine tango. At first, Lunfardo was a codified language used by the lower classes in Buenos Aires, but over time the tango popularized it. Today,…
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5 Ways to Improve Your Spanish From Home
It is no secret that I love Spanish (and have been speaking it every day for a long time). But it can be hard to find a good way to improve your Spanish in a busy everyday life. I have gathered these 5 ways to improve your Spanish from home. Most of them are methods that worked for me or that I used while I was learning Spanish Most of these methods can be used for any language that you would like to improve. But I will, of course, encourage you to improve your Spanish. Improve Your Spanish Book an Online Spanish Teacher This is properly the most obvious way…
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A Beginner Guide to Spanish Greetings in Argentina
Spanish in Argentina can be a bit difficult. Especially, if you are a beginner in Spanish. So, if you are traveling to Argentina and worried about getting around with Spanish, this beginner Spanish guide is for you! Most of the Spanish phrases in this guide will work for other Spanish-speaking countries. Even though, there might be a bit of variation in the expressions and way of using them. Since I get to enjoy the Argentine version of Spanish every day, I decided to make this guide in a special Argentina version. It is no secret that I turned out to be a bit of a language nerd when it comes…
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Popular Spanish Slang Words in Cuba for Travellers to Know
Spanish in Cuba has a lot of unique local expressions and Cuban slang. When you visit Cuba for the first time, it can be hard to make any sense of the Spanish spoken. The Cubans speak fast, cut a lot of the endings of the ends, and use a lot of local slang in their Spanish. Familiarizing yourself with basic Spanish words and local slang words can help you better understand and appreciate Cuban culture. I have traveled to Cuba twice. The first time in 2014, when I stayed for almost five months studying Spanish at the University of Havana. I ended up in so many awkward situations because I…
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5 Useful Spanish Expressions in Colombia for Travellers to Know
When I traveled to Colombia, I was surprised by how difficult I found Colombian Spanish to begin with. There were so many new words that I did not know the meaning of, so I started to write them down. My notes ended up becoming this post! So, let’s brush up on your Spanish, so you are completely prepared to be understood in Colombia – and don’t make the same mistakes as me! To polish off your basic Spanish and help you get the perfect pronunciation, check out this essential Spanish guide from the Intrepid Guide. I hope you will enjoy these 5 useful phrases you should know before visiting Colombia. And of course,…
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5 Popular Spanish Words in Buenos Aires to Sound Like a Local
Argentina has fulfilled my eagerness to learn new words and phrases in Spanish. But it has also drawn my attention to a different use of words I already knew. The porteños (e.g. the citizens of Buenos Aires), repeat the same expressions without even noticing. As if it was the most normal thing in the world because… Well, everyone else says it! So, if you like me are new to the city, I have put together a little guide to how you can learn to speak like a porteños with 5 phrases you will hear all the time in Buenos Aires: A Language Guide to Spanish in Buenos Aires #1 Mira vos Literally…
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10 Popular Spanish Words in Argentina for Travellers to Know
In Argentina, the official language is Spanish. However, it can be very difficult to understand Spanish in Argentina if you are not used to it or learned Spanish somewhere else. Especially Argentine pronunciation can be difficult for outsiders. On top of that Argentines have a whole catalog of different words and slang that you don’t hear in other Hispanic countries. If you are traveling to Argentina and are worried that you will not be able to understand a word of Argentine Spanish… Then don’t worry! With this quick guide to 10 useful Spanish phrases you should know before visiting Argentina, I will help you back on track. Feel free to share…
