Adrian
Indicative Spanish: A full guide to the indicative mood
The indicative mood is the most common mood in the Spanish language, so logically it’s the first Spanish mood that learners encounter. Becoming familiar with…Keep reading
Adrian
Infinitives in Spanish: How to recognize and use the Spanish infinitive verb form
Infinitives in Spanish are the unconjugated forms of verbs. In this post we’ll learn to easily recognize the different Spanish infinitives, and we’ll learn how…Keep reading
Adrian
Preterite vs Imperfect: An Anti-confusion Guide
As you may know, there are five unique past tenses in Spanish. While several are straightforward enough for learners, a couple of them are…Keep reading
Adrian
Poder conjugation: A complete guide to the conjugation of Poder
Poder is one of the most common verbs in the Spanish language. Whether you want to use it in everyday conversation, or in written Spanish,…Keep reading
Adrian
¡Que tengas un buen día!: 10 ways to say Have a Good Day in Spanish
One of the fun parts of learning a language is being able to converse and interact with other people in everyday situations. Learning how…Keep reading
Adrian
Tomar conjugation, meanings, and expressions: A complete guide to Tomar in Spanish
Tomar in Spanish is one of the most frequently-used verbs in the language. We’ve prepared this post to help you learn the many uses and meanings…Keep reading
Adrian
School supplies in Spanish: A vocabulary guide
Everything is easier when you have the right tools, and school is no exception. Whether you are a student, a teacher, a parent, a…Keep reading
Adrian
“It is what it is” in Spanish: Essential idiomatic expressions
When learning a language, in addition to studying vocabulary, grammar, and verb conjugations, you also need to learn idiomatic expressions. Learning a few options…Keep reading
Adrian
Making plans with friends in Spanish: A practical guide
Imagine you bump into a Spanish-speaking friend you haven’t seen for a long time. What do you say to them? How do you go…Keep reading
Adrian
Measurements in Spanish: The Complete Guide
Whether you want to talk about the dimensions of an object, the temperature outside, the distance that you need to travel from one place…Keep reading
Adrian
¡Feliz cumpleaños! How to Say Happy Birthday in Spanish
Another lap around the sun accomplished! We all like to feel special on our birthdays and be celebrated by our loved ones. If you…Keep reading
Adrian
Spanish question words: Everything you need to know
As with any other language, mastering Spanish question words is key to becoming a proficient speaker, whether you wish to ask about basic things such…Keep reading
Adrian
Spanish direct object pronouns: Explained for beginners
Knowing how to use Spanish direct object pronouns is essential to graduating from basic Spanish to becoming a decent conversational speaker. Let’s dive straight in with…Keep reading
A very Venezuelan Christmas: A personal perspective
Last week we gave you one of our standard posts for the holiday season, teaching Spanish Christmas vocabulary. This week we decided to hand…Keep reading
Adrian
Recoger: Conjugation and Meanings of this versatile verb
Recoger is one of those common Spanish verbs that we see in all sorts of everyday contexts. Usually translated simply as to pick up, there…Keep reading
Niall Quinn
Spanish Christmas Vocabulary: Words and expressions for the holiday season
Learning the most common Spanish Christmas vocabulary is essential to enjoying the holidays en español, be it in a Spanish speaking country or in your…Keep reading
Adrian
Qué tal: Meaning, uses, and comparison with Cómo estás
Qué tal and cómo estás are two phrases native Spanish use constantly use when greeting someone. Their fundamental meanings are very similar: How are you?…Keep reading
Niall Quinn
Introducing LingoCulture – The BaseLang for French
For many years, people have told us that they would love to have a “BaseLang for French.” Today we are delighted to announce a…Keep reading
Adrian
Apenas in English: The multiple meanings of this versatile Spanish word
Apenas is a fascinating word that can have different meanings depending on the context and the grammatical role it plays within a sentence. Dictionaries…Keep reading
Adrian
Body Parts in Spanish 101: The Complete Guide
One of the most useful sets of nouns to know is body parts in Spanish. As humans, we spend a lot of time talking about…Keep reading
Adrian
Palabras Venezolanas: 16 Venezuelan expressions that make no sense in English
One of the most interesting and fun parts of learning Spanish is getting to know all the funny Spanish sayings and expressions, and Venezuelan…Keep reading
Adrian
14 Spanish apologies: How to say “sorry” in Spanish
Knowing how to say sorry in Spanish is one of the fundamentals in using the language. It’s definitely among the top phrases for everyday life,…Keep reading
Adrian
Ojalá in Spanish: Expressing wishes and desires
Ojalá in Spanish is a very common word that native speakers use all the time to express wishes and desires. We’re sure you’ve already heard…Keep reading
Adrian
Present Progressive in Spanish: A Guide to the “-ing” Conjugation
What are you doing? What was she thinking? Why are they dancing? Indeed, you use the “-ing” form of verbs a lot in English….Keep reading
Adrian
Bacon in Spanish: Let’s try Beicon, Tocino, Panceta, and Chicharrones!
Bacon is popular all over the world. There are so many types of bacon, each with their own textures and flavors, but what really unifies…Keep reading
“Learning Spanish has brought new ideas, but more importantly, new people to my life” #BaseLangStories
Christie first decided to learn Spanish as a project to keep her brain active. Now that she’s become conversational through regular lessons on BaseLang,…Keep reading
Adrian
Spanish Subjunctive Simplified For Beginners
Hearing the two words “Spanish subjunctive” is something that strikes fear in many Spanish students. But mastering the subjunctive is not that hard. Once…Keep reading
Adrian
Soccer in Spanish: How to talk fútbol for the 2022 World Cup
The 2022 World Cup is coming up fast, getting fans excited about this year’s tournament in Qatar. As one of the only truly global sporting…Keep reading
Adrian
Spanish Punctuation: An easy guide
Spanish punctuation is essential, but far too often overlooked by language learners. At first glance, it may seem like English speakers and Spanish speakers use…Keep reading
Adrian
Hay in Spanish: The Complete Guide to “There are”
In this guide, we explain the important word hay in Spanish. We use hay (there is / there are) to say that something exists. When we…Keep reading
Adrian
Marcar in Spanish: 13 meanings explained, with conjugations
Marcar in Spanish is often translated simply as “to mark” in English, but did you know that this multifaceted verb has over a dozen different…Keep reading
Adrian
Hay que vs Tener que: Expressing obligation in Spanish
Hay que and tener que are expressions Spanish speakers use to communicate obligation, necessity, commitment, or to give instructions. Tener que and hay que…Keep reading
Adrian
Así in Spanish: A little word with a lot of meaning
Así in Spanish is a very common word in a number of written and spoken contexts. For Spanish learners, you’re therefore likely to hear así quite…Keep reading
Adrian
Thank you in Spanish: 13 Alternatives to ¡Gracias!
Even people who don’t speak the language likely know that gracias is Spanish for thank you. If you’re studying the language though, you’re probably interested…Keep reading
Adrian
Deber: Conjugation, Meaning, Use, and More!
The verb deber in English can mean must, should, to owe, and, when used as a noun, can describe one’s duty. Deber in Spanish…Keep reading
“My goal is to interact with others in the community, in their own language” #BaseLangStories
Chris had a solid foundation in Spanish thanks to studying the language in high school and college, but a lack of regular speaking practice…Keep reading
Adrian
Ningún vs Ninguno: Similarities and Differences
Many Spanish students struggle to understand when it’s best to use ningún vs ninguno, perhaps in large part due to the similarity of these words…Keep reading
Adrian
Sin Embargo: Translation, Use, Synonyms, and More!
If you are looking for a word that helps you communicate contrast, opposition, or restriction between two sentences, sin embargo is an excellent choice. This word…Keep reading
Adrian
Dog Commands in Spanish: Our Top 22 Spanish Dog Commands
We all love our furry friends, and how could we not? With their cute little paws and boopable snouts, it’s impossible not to give…Keep reading
Adrian
Spanish Titles: A Quick Guide to Spanish Honorifics
Imagine you are on a website and you find yourself having to choose whether you want to be referred to as Sr., Sra., or…Keep reading
Adrian
Airport Spanish: A Vocabulary Guide to Catch a Flight in Spanish
Ah, the airport. Truth be told, you either love it or hate it, but it’s always best to be prepared. And this is especially…Keep reading
Adrian
The Most Common Compliments in Spanish
Whenever you’re in a Spanish speaking country, knowing how to make compliments in Spanish will be an easy way for you to make new friends….Keep reading
Adrian
Adonde vs Donde: Differences and Uses in Spanish
In Spanish, we have diverse words and expressions when referring to places or locations. In this post, we’ll see the difference between adonde vs donde and…Keep reading
Adrian
Hay, Ahí, Ay and Allí: Different Words, Different Meanings
The words hay, ahí, ay and allí are very similar, not only in their spelling but also in the way they’re pronounced. So much so…Keep reading
Adrian
Essential Spanish for teachers and babysitters: 67 tú commands in Spanish
If you ever need to direct people effectively, it’s imperative to know how to give good instructions. This is especially true when the instructions…Keep reading
Adrian
Cuanto, Cuanta, Cuantos, and Cuantas: Without The Accent
In our last post we covered the various uses of the Spanish interrogatives cuánto, cuánta, cuántos, and cuántas, whose primary use is to express or ask…Keep reading
Adrian
How Much in Spanish: Using the Spanish Interrogatives Cuánto, Cuánta, Cuántas, and Cuántos
When it comes time to ask or express phrases like “how many” or “how much” in Spanish, the words cuánto, cuánta, cuántos, and cuántas will get the…Keep reading
Adrian
De vs Desde: All You Need to Know to Never Confuse Them Again
Knowing when to use de vs desde is often quite tricky, even for native speakers. Both de and desde in English can be translated as from, though there…Keep reading
Adrian
Qué vs Cuál: How to Choose the Right Form of What and Which in Spanish
Choosing between qué vs cuál isn’t always so obvious. You’ve probably learned that qué translates to what and cuál translates to which, right? Then why do you…Keep reading
Adrian
Here, There, and Over There in Spanish: Acá vs Aquí vs Ahí vs Allí vs Allá
When we want to express a location or where something takes place, we use adverbs of place or location. In today’s post we are…Keep reading
Adrian
Traer: Conjugation, Meanings, and Expressions using To Bring in Spanish
In Spanish, the verb traer is used when you want to express that an object or person is moving towards the place where the speaker…Keep reading
Adrian
“How do you feel?” in Spanish: Sentir vs Sentirse
Both sentir and sentirse mean “to feel” in English, and each verb can help us express our feelings in Spanish. There is nonetheless a…Keep reading
Adrian
What’s your sign? How to Talk About Astrology in Spanish
Stars, planets, and fate. In this realm there is a lot of concealed and intriguing knowledge that can unveil a lot about ourselves and…Keep reading
Adrian
Demonstrative Adjectives in Spanish: A simple guide to Este, Ese, and Aquel
When we need a word that can help us point to a specific object, group of objects, person, place, etc., a demonstrative adjective is the solution….Keep reading
Adrian
Furniture in Spanish: Vocabulary for Every Room of the Home
Whether you want to go shopping or simply want to talk about the home with a native Spanish speaker, knowing the vocabulary related to furniture…Keep reading
Adrian
How to Introduce Yourself in Spanish: Essential Spanish Introductions and Responses
As beginners, we know that one of the very first things we want to learn when it comes to languages is how to introduce…Keep reading
Adrian
Ahora vs Ahorita vs Ahora Mismo: The Multiple Nuances of Now in Spanish
Beyond the straightforward translation of ahora, there are a number of related ways to express the concept of now in Spanish. In this post,…Keep reading
Adrian
Dolor vs Me duele: Using the Spanish Noun and Verb for Pain
Have you ever wondered how to express pain in Spanish, but you get confused between dolor, doler, and duele? Well you’ve come to the…Keep reading
Adrian
The Top 15 Verbs Like Gustar, With Examples
In a recent post, we gave a full breakdown on gustar in Spanish, with detailed explanations on how to use and conjugate this type…Keep reading
Adrian
Gustar: Conjugation, and How to Use this “Reverse” Verb
Gustar in Spanish is a verb used to describe something that a subject likes, but this verb looks and acts differently than saying you like…Keep reading
“I love being able to speak with my Cuban family” #BaseLangStories
Julianna has always wanted to improve her Spanish, especially to be able to communicate with her family in Cuba. Through BaseLang’s Real World program,…Keep reading
Adrian
Texting in Spanish: How to LOL in Spanish and Master “Chatñol”
Ah, text slang, the epitome of communication in the digital word. What started as a necessity due to a lack of characters is now…Keep reading
“When I travel, I act as translator for English-speaking tourists” #BaseLangStories
A quick immersion program in Chile was Amardeep’s first real introduction to learning Spanish, just before covid. Under lockdown in England he maintained his…Keep reading
“I’m able to make friends in Mexico who don’t speak English” #BaseLangStories
A two-month Spanish immersion program in Medellin gave Kris a good foundation in the language, though a few years later he was certainly rusty….Keep reading
“Now I’m making plans to move to Latin America” #BaseLangStories
Adam started brushing up on his high school Spanish before a trip to Mexico. With regular lessons in BaseLang’s Real World program, he soon…Keep reading
Adrian
Chinese New Year in Spanish: Zodiac Signs and Traditions
As the Chinese New Year rapidly becomes a global phenomenon, let’s learn to talk about the Chinese lunar calendar in Spanish. In this post…Keep reading
“My seminary was eager to have a priest who could speak Spanish” #BaseLangStories
With the aspiration to minister to both the English- and Spanish-speaking communities in Pittsburgh, Peter complemented his seminary studies by joining BaseLang’s Real World…Keep reading
Adrian
Acabar de: An Easy Hack to Speak Past-Tense Spanish
In this post we’re going to explain what we like to call the “Acabar de hack,” which allows you to speak about the past without…Keep reading
“Now I’m tutoring Spanish to high school students” #BaseLangStories
Like many Americans, Janice took Spanish in school growing up but it didn’t really stick. Learning Spanish on BaseLang as an adult, not only…Keep reading
“Now speaking Spanish is part of my everyday life” #BaseLangStories
Spanish is prevalent in Charlie’s neighborhood in New York City, motivating him to learn the language too. Starting from scratch on BaseLang’s Real World…Keep reading
“Before BaseLang, I felt a little bit lost” #BaseLangStories
Even after studying Spanish on several online apps, Brett felt he wasn’t improving enough to speak the language in real situations. Through BaseLang’s Real…Keep reading
Adrian
All the Spanish Verb Tenses, Explained in One Big Post
One key to natural fluency in a new language is the proper use of its verb tenses. While it takes some time to learn…Keep reading
“My boyfriend’s family loves that I can finally join in their conversations” #BaseLangStories
As a Kiwi living in Europe, Viva was used to people around her switching to English, including her Argentinian boyfriend. She dove headfirst into…Keep reading
“I no longer freeze when speaking Spanish” #BaseLangStories
Meet Kevin, a BaseLang student who had attempted to learn Spanish for several years, but was frustrated at not being able to speak the…Keep reading
Adrian
How Are You In Spanish? – 10 Different Phrases To Strike Up Conversation
As a beginner student, one of the first phrases you’ll want to learn is “how are you?” in Spanish. Just like any other language,…Keep reading
Niall Quinn
21 Spanish Speaking Countries: From Largest To Smallest
At BaseLang, we’ve helped thousands of people learn Spanish, and many of our students share the same motivation for learning Spanish: Travel. Whether you…Keep reading
Adrian
How To Order Food In Spanish: Common Phrases & Words
If you are anything like me (a foodie), then learning the most common vocabulary related to food should be a top priority when learning…Keep reading
I learned Spanish, and got a promotion! – #BaseLangStories
Meet Jessi, a BaseLang student from New York who works as an immigration lawyer. She wanted an affordable way to learn Spanish so that…Keep reading
“After a few weeks, my confidence improved exponentially” #BaseLangStories
Meet Sarah, a BaseLang student from the UK who had attempted to learn Spanish several times, but always lacked speaking practice. When the pandemic…Keep reading
Learning Spanish Was Always On My Bucket List #BaseLangStories
Meet Chris, a BaseLang student who always struggled to have the confidence to speak Spanish – until he found BaseLang. This is his story….Keep reading
“It’s like having daily conversations with friends” #BaseLangStories
Previous attempts at learning Spanish via Duolingo and traditional grammar books didn’t work for JoJo. In January 2020, she decided to sign up for…Keep reading
How Learning Spanish Changed My Life #BaseLangStories
BaseLang student Jack explains why he started learning Spanish, how this process has positively impacted his life, and about his hopes of living in…Keep reading
University shut down, so I started learning Spanish #BaseLangStories
Meet Joe, a student from Scotland whose university was shut down due to the Coronavirus – that’s when he decided to use the time…Keep reading
Being able to understand native Spanish speakers #BaseLangStories
Meet Kim, a bilingual teacher from the United States who for years struggled to become a confident Spanish speaker – until she found our…Keep reading
Spanish Immersion From My Home #BaseLangStories
Meet Miranda, a musician who, like so many other artists, could not perform in concert in 2020. While stuck at home, she decided that…Keep reading
Connor
How To Speak Spanish Like A Native: Listen And Mimic
In a separate post, I wrote about grammar, in the sense of things that actually have rules and can be taught. But when it…Keep reading
I’m moving to Mexico #BaseLangStories
Meet Aliza, a New York native who used the time in quarantine to explore the idea of learning Spanish online. #BaseLangStories series puts the…Keep reading
Finally! I can speak Spanish with my family in Panama #BaseLangStories
Meet Stacy, a psychiatrist from New York who despite having Panamanian parents, grew up in a household that always spoke English. She turned to…Keep reading
Niall Quinn
Major News! DELE is Now Free to Real World Students
BaseLang’s DNA is conversation. Our goal is to teach students how to speak Spanish for real-life situations – as opposed to most traditional methods…Keep reading
How I Became Conversational In Spanish #BaseLangStories
Meet Brian, a busy father of four who for years tried and failed to become conversational in Spanish…until he signed up to our Real World…Keep reading
How I Broke Through My Spanish Plateau #BaseLangStories
Meet Tanisha, a BaseLang student who was stuck at an intermediate level until our DELE program helped her breakthrough her Spanish plateau. #BaseLangStories series…Keep reading
Adrian
Stem Changing Verbs in Spanish: Explained For Beginners
As the name suggests, stem changing verbs in Spanish are verbs that when conjugated in the simple present tense, undergo a vowel change in…Keep reading
Adrian
Lo in Spanish: 5 Different Meanings for 5 Different Scenarios
Lo in Spanish is most commonly used as a direct object pronoun, in order to replace the object of a sentence, and thus avoid…Keep reading
Becoming a Confident Spanish Speaker #BaseLangStories
Meet Shonna, a current Real World student who is learning Spanish with the intention of permanently moving to Latin America. #BaseLangStories series puts the…Keep reading
Adrian
Si Clauses in Spanish: 5 minute Guide to The Hypothetical
You may have heard about this concept before, but what exactly are Spanish Si clauses? In this post, we’ll explore exactly what we mean…Keep reading
Adrian
Chores In Spanish: The Essential Words To Know
How do you describe chores in Spanish? Like any other language, when talking about chores, most words we need to know will be related…Keep reading
Learning Spanish In Quarantine #BaseLangStories
Meet Brett, a current Real World student from California who took advantage of being stuck at home, and used his time in quarantine to…Keep reading
Adrian
What is the personal A in Spanish?
You could argue that a is the most important vowel in the Spanish language, and anyone who has studied Spanish, even briefly, will know…Keep reading
Adrian
What is Voseo in Spanish And How Can I Use It?
Voseo in Spanish (or vos) is simply, an alternative way to express the second person singular, in addition to tú & usted. That’s right…Keep reading
Adrian
The Difference Between Olvidar vs Olvidarse?
Today we are talking about the differences between the Spanish verbs Olvidar vs Olvidarse, plus a form you might not have thought about: Olvidársele….Keep reading