Have you ever seen colorful fantastical creatures in the streets of Mexico but you weren’t sure what they were? In this article, we’ll tell you all about the magical handicraft of the alebrijes.
In a city as diverse and dynamic as Houston, speaking only one language can become a barrier for both businesses and employees. Success isn’t just about offering a quality product or service—it’s also about effective communication with customers. Today, having bilingual staff fluent in Spanish and English is no longer a luxury; it’s a strategic necessity.
Spanish is full of words and concepts that simply don’t have a direct translation in English. Who hasn’t tried to explain the meaning of "sobremesa" to an English-speaking friend? That special tradition of staying at the table and chatting after a meal. Or "estrenar," which describes the feeling of using something for the first time, whether it's a new dress or even a brand-new phone.
Learning a new language can be quite an adventure, especially when you encounter false friends. No, we’re not talking about that friend who never returns your stuff, but those words that seem to mean the same thing in Spanish and English... but couldn’t be more wrong! Some classic examples have landed many people in funny or awkward situations.
Dear moms and dads, did you know that learning a new language can be as fun as playing a game? Literally. If your little ones are exploring Spanish with us at Spoken Learning, I have a recommendation that will make their learning even more exciting at home! Let me introduce you to Spanish School Bus for Kids, an interactive app that turns language learning into an adventure full of games, songs, and challenges.
