From Snacks to Dinners: Spanish Vocabulary for Food That Teens Actually Talk About
Food is one of the most natural, relatable ways to make Spanish come alive, especially for teens. Whether grabbing snacks with friends, ordering at a restaurant, or helping with dinner at home, food vocabulary gives beginner learners real-world words they can use daily. For parents who want to support their teens’ Spanish fluency journey without speaking the language themselves, this...Read More
What to Say When You’re Not Sure What to Say – in Spanish!
You’re mid-conversation, and you blank. Use these friendly phrases to keep talking naturally. There’s nothing more frustrating than this: you’re in a Spanish conversation with a family member or friend, you’re doing okay… and then it happens. You get stuck. You freeze. Your brain stalls out, the words vanish, and you’re left smiling awkwardly while the conversation keeps going without...Read More
Real Spanish for Real Life: Top Beginner Phrases
When your teens start learning Spanish, they don’t just need grammar rules; they need real words they can actually use. That’s where this blog comes in. Whether they’re navigating class, chatting with friends, or running errands with you, these beginner-friendly Spanish phrases will help them speak with confidence from day one. Instead of memorization, your teen will get expressions they...Read More
Your Child Knows Some Spanish Words, Now What? How to Turn Vocabulary Into Real Conversations
Knowing “hola” is a great start, but fluency comes when your child starts using Spanish with confidence. If your elementary-aged child already knows a few basic words and phrases but isn’t quite speaking in full sentences yet, you might be wondering what to do next. Should you wait for more vocabulary to build up? Or is it time to help them move into actual conversation? Here’s the good...Read More
29 Cool and Catchy Spanish Phrases To Use With Friends [+Audio]
Cool Spanish phrases are just what you need to spice up your conversations and make them interesting. As a rich and diverse language, Spanish has memorable words and sayings you’ll get to adore. There are many different expressions and ways to express joy, excitement, and coolness. These are often representatives of slang and culture, which is basic in any language for maintaining...Read More
Fun Ways to Practice Spanish with Family (Even If Everyone’s at Different Levels)
Whether your teen speaks more Spanish than Abuela—or vice versa—these activities make practice fun and natural for everyone. If you have a family where everyone speaks a little Spanish, a lot of Spanish, or somewhere in between, you probably already know the challenges. Maybe your teen can whip up full sentences from Spanish class, while Abuela prefers to stick to a cozy mix of Spanish and...Read More
10 Simple Spanish Words Your Preschooler Can Learn This Week
Help your little one feel proud and confident! Start with these fun, everyday Spanish words and watch them shine. One of the most joyful parts of parenting a preschooler is watching them discover new things. And there’s something especially heartwarming about hearing your child say a new word in Spanish, whether it’s hola at breakfast or gracias after you hand them a snack. If your...Read More
The 25 Most Useful Spanish Phrases You Need to Learn Today
Have you ever opened a Spanish textbook or language app and felt instantly overwhelmed? With thousands of words and grammar rules, it can feel impossible to know where to start. Here’s the good news: You don’t need to know every word in Spanish to start speaking today. In fact, research shows that the most commonly used 100 words make up about 50% of spoken Spanish. That means learning...Read More
Top 20 Guatemalan Words and Slang Expressions You Should Know
There are tons of fun Guatemalan words to learn in Spanish. As a Guatemalan, I know and use them all the time. Guatemala is full of wonder and magic, and its language is alive in its people and traditions. Now, let’s take a deep dive into Guatemalan words and culture. It’s a fun way to get to know Guatemala better so that you can come to visit and fit right in. Join more...Read More