Spanish
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20 Expressions of Spanish Slang in Argentina You Should Know
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 the 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.…
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10 Cuban Songs That Will Make You Travel to Cuba
Travel restrictions have stopped all our travel plans, but it has properly not stopped your eagerness to experience Cuba. So, instead of boarding a plane, turn on your speakers and make these 10 Cuban songs turn your home into your own little Cuba trip. Because you canβt say Cuba without also saying music! If you want to learn about the country, start with listening to their music. After all, traveling is about learning about new places, learning about new cultures and habits. While I generally don’t know much about music, after staying several months in Cuba years ago, I, thus, think I know a thing or two about Cuban music.…
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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. Book an online Spanish teacher This is properly the most obvious way to improve your…
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FAQ for studying Spanish in Havana
Study Spanish at the University of Havana has turned into one of my by far most popular posts here on Becci Abroad (together with 10 phrases of Cuban slang you should know before visiting Cuba – I see that you guys like Cuba!). I keep on getting a lot of comments and private messages regarding how to study Spanish at the University of Havana. However, you guys out there seem to worry more or less about the same issues regarding studying Spanish in Havana. Therefore, I decided to gather some of the most frequently asked questions about studying Spanish in Havana. Remember that you can read the original post here. Please feel…
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Study Spanish at the University of Havana
With CubaΒ becoming such a popular travel destinationΒ why not combine your visit with improving your Spanish?Β The short-term Spanish courses at the University of Havana are a perfect choice for you to experience Cuba from within. I studied for more than four months at the University of Havana, and can truly approve of the classes and the teachers! Even though it is more than 4 years ago now, I still have contact with some of the other students and teachers. I have wanted to write this post for a long time to spread the word about this excellent opportunity to experience seeing a Cuba at most will not know about. Update: As of October…
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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 everyday, 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 to…
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10 Phrases of Cuban Slang You Should Know Before Visiting Cuba
Are you planning a visit to Cuba, and donβt you want to feel like a completely lost foreigner? In Cuban Spanish, there is a lot of slang and special expression. So, even if you understand some basic Spanish, it can be very hard to make sense of Cuban Spanish. These 10 expressions of Cuban slang might be useful for you to understand a bit more about Cuban Spanish. However, only take this as guidelines to help you understand. There is a delicate balance between when it is and isn’t appropriate to use most of the Cuban slang. Sometimes the expression mentioned here can become a lot stronger when a foreigner…
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5 Useful Spanish Expressions You Should Know Before Visiting Colombia
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 β 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 Spanish Phrases to Sound Like a Local in Buenos Aires
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 porteΓ±os (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 becauseβ¦ 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 porteΓ±os with 5 phrases you will hear all the time in Buenos Aires: #1 Mira vos Literally translated, it means βlook at youβ but the…
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10 Spanish Phrases You Should Know Before Visiting Argentina
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…
