Here, we discuss some common questions, grammar lessons, and other interesting topics related to the Spanish language. See also our complete Spanish Lessons.
In Spanish, both “más que” and “más de” are translated as “more than” in English. However, the usage of the two comparatives is different. Whereas “más que” is often used for comparison between adjectives or adverbs, “más de” is generally used with numbers and quantities. 1. Más que Meaning: More than (comparison) Usage: Used to … Read more
In Spanish, “r” and “rr” are considered two distinctive letters. We will learn how to pronounce “r” and “rr” in different contexts. Are there any double letters other than “rr” in Spanish? The answer is yes, namely three other cases of double letters in Spanish: “cc,” “ll,” and “nn,” some are more common than others. … Read more
Diacritics, those seemingly minor marks above letters, play a significant role in shaping the sound and meaning of Spanish words. From acute accents indicating stress to tildes denoting unique sounds, diacritical marks are essential for accurate pronunciation and effective communication. Understanding their function and practicing their usage will greatly increase your Spanish language abilities – … Read more
Mobile platforms offer interactive lessons and customized paths for learning languages, from vocabulary building and grammar exercises to conversation practice and cultural insights. Language apps offer a convenient and flexible way to master Spanish; from vocabulary building and grammar exercises to conversation practice and cultural insights. From gamified learning, structured courses or social interaction – … Read more
In Spanish, Portuguese, Italian, and French, there are two verbs that mean “to know.” These verbs are: “saber” and “conocer” in Spanish, “saber” and “conhecer” in Portuguese, “sapere” and “conoscere” in Italian, and “savoir” and “connaître” in French. Spanish saber conocer Portuguese saber conhecer Italian sapere conoscere French savoir connaître Ah, two ever-confusing sets of … Read more
Have you ever noticed how some common words sound strikingly similar across European languages, yet begin with different letters? There are many words that begin with “h” in Spanish and correspond to words that begin with “f” in Portuguese, Italian, French, and Latin. In this article, we discuss the fascinating history behind this phonetic change … Read more
Spanish and Portuguese are two of the most popular languages to learn. They are spoken in many different countries around the world. Most speakers of both languages are geographically located in the Iberian Peninsula and South America. Spanish has approximately 485 million native speakers and is an official language in 21 countries. On the other … Read more
French and Spanish are two of the most popular languages to learn, and for good reason. They are both beautiful and expressive languages, and they are spoken in many different countries around the world. It is no surprise that some people may consider learning French and Spanish at the same time. In this guide, we … Read more
In this article, we look into how to say “for” in Spanish. In general, both “por” and “para” can mean “for,” although in some other contexts, they can also mean “by,” “per,” “in order to,” “because of,” and some other meanings. The difference between “por” and “para” is often a challenge to many Spanish students. There … Read more
What are the possessive adjectives in Spanish? How to use possessive adjectives in Spanish? You may also wonder: Why is it so hard to learn possessive adjectives in Spanish? Is it really hard? We don’t think so. We also discuss possessive pronouns. What are the possessive adjectives in Spanish? Possessive adjectives are adjective that modify … Read more
