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Asking and Answering Questions in Spanish, Part 2-c: Other Common Question Types

December 3, 2011

n this third (of three) videos that make up part 2 of my 13-part series on asking and answering questions in Spanish, I look a few very high frequency question types, including questions about likes and dislikes, descriptions, possession, plans and obligations, etc. Great preparation for oral proficiency exams
 

Spanish Names - A Few Tips to Understand What They Are All About

November 10, 2011

Have you ever been to Spain and had the surrealist experience of dealing with paperwork?

Have you had the problem of having to write one first name (when you may have two) and two surnames (when you may have only one)?

This is especially interesting for translators when they need to translate personal information forms from English to Spanish or from Spanish to English, because the English form will contain the words "First names" (in the plural) and "Surname" (in the singular) w...


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Spanish Past Tense - The Difference Between Imperfect and Preterite

September 18, 2011

In Spanish, the two simple past tenses that are predominantly used, are called the Imperfect and the Preterite and it is perfectly understandable for students, who are learning about past tenses for the first time, to be unsure as to which of these two tenses to use and when.

It goes without saying that both tenses are used to describe past actions or states but each is used differently and the following rules will hopefully clear up any confusion.

When to Use the Preterite

The preteri...


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How To Speak Spanish - 10 Brilliant, Essential Phrases

September 10, 2011
Among the many qualities greatly valued in individuals all over the Spanish speaking world is to be educado. This doesn't allude to someone who has a high-quality level of education rather somebody who is courteous and respectful, one who treats folks civilly and with due respect. Educado is paramount to many Spanish and Hispanic persons, and in this article, you'll discover how to speak spanish with a touch of class with ten awesome Spanish idioms you can sprinkle into your spoken Spa...
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Numbers in spanish

September 4, 2011
Numbers in spanish allow you to talk about date, prices and what time it is. You can do much more bestides with spanish numbers
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Basic Spanish Greetings

September 1, 2011
Basic Spanish Greetings
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Subject Pronouns in Spanish

August 28, 2011

Spanish subject pronouns, are some of the first spanish words you will need to learn. Spanish subject pronouns, are words like he, she, they etc.
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History of the Spanish Language

August 27, 2011

The Spanish language is the product of more than a thousand years of development, over which period the diverse languages of the inhabitants of the Iberian Peninsula were modified by the influence of Roman and Arab invasions. At the close of the fifteenth century, with the union of the monarchies of Castilla and Aragon, which extended their dominion over the largest part of the peninsula, the language of Castilla - el castellano - became imposed over the other idioms and dialects and c...


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Why Is Mastering Spanish Verb Conjugation So Important?

August 22, 2011

Learning Spanish is an enjoyable experience however it can take a good deal of time to achieve a good working knowledge of the language. One area of learning Spanish that often causes more problems than most and is, in part, responsible for many individuals taking the decision to quit learning the language is Spanish verb conjugation.

Verbs are a vital part of every language and being able to use them correctly makes the difference between being understood and confusing whoever ...


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Spanish Rioja Wines - Say 'Ola!' To The Best Wines of Spain!

August 16, 2011

In today's very competitive wine industry, the wines from the various Spanish wine regions are not only good value, but they are also of exceptional quality. Whether you prefer the crispness and refreshing acidity and minerals that make up the character of the white and rosé wines or the fruitiness and intense taste of the red wines, there are many fantastic wines from Spain that will cater to all tastes. However, there are many different wine-producing regions of Spain. The m...


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About Me


Ruth Cunningham Hi, I'm the proprietor of The Spanish Learning Centre. My mission is to provide great quality Spanish language tuition at a fair price. I am a Qualified Teacher, and have lived and worked in Spain for many years, this has provided me with some Spanish language knowledge and skill that can not be aquired elswhere, I therfore consider myself very well placed to be a very effective teacher of Spanish
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