“Things” in Spanish is cosas. And when you’re just starting to learn Spanish… Well, there are a lot of things you want to talk about! Like how about telling your new Spanish friends you must have your coffee first thing in the morning. Or how about trying to immerse yourself at home and talk about […]
MORE20 Basic Portuguese Phrases for Travellers and Tourists
Planning a trip to Portugal, Brazil, Cape Verde, Guinea-Bissau, Mozambique, Angola, or São Tomé and Príncipe? Whichever Portuguese-speaking nation you want to visit, you’ll have a much richer experience if you get some basic Portuguese phrases under your belt before you board the plane. As I never grow tired of saying on this blog, travelling […]
MOREBlack Friday Mega-Deals for Language Learners 2019!
Welcome to Fluent in 3 Months, the home of Black Friday 2019 deals for language learners. For Black Friday 2019 I’ve secured some incredible deals on language courses – with up to 96% off for 40+ languages. Here are the best of the best deals on excellent language-learning resources worthy of you language hackers. The […]
MOREThe Past Tense in Spanish: How to Master Spanish Preterite Conjugation
Are you ready to go beyond the basics and 1-Up your Spanish grammar skills? Super Mario Brothers Power Up GIF from Supermariobrothers GIFs If you’ve already taken the time to learn the most important material first and have a basic grasp of Spanish, then you’re ready for this next step. I don’t normally recommend starting […]
MOREHow to Say “I Don’t Know” in Spanish — 33 Spanish Phrases for When You’re Unsure
Ever felt lost or unsure in a Spanish conversation? Everyone feels this way sometimes, but especially when learning a new language. There will be times when you don’t understand someone, you can’t keep up, or you just don’t know how to answer. It’s best to know how to express your lack of understanding by learning […]
MOREDays of the Week in Spanish — an Easy Way to Learn All the Days in Spanish
Here’s an easy way to learn the days of the week in Spanish. By the time you’ve finished reading this article, you’ll know how to remember all the days in Spanish. Learning how to say the Spanish days of the week is an important first step for beginners. It’s how you’ll read the calendar and […]
MOREHappy in Spanish: How to Express Your Emotions in Spanish
Time to get emotional! Are you excited to learn how to express your feelings? How well can you express your emotions in Spanish? Can you say “happy” in Spanish? What about “sad”? Many beginner language learners get stuck using the same words over and over to describe how they feel. Resorting to only using basic […]
MORE“Help!” in Spanish [And 80+ More Spanish Words and Phrases for Any Emergency]
You’re planning on travelling to a Spanish-speaking country and you want to be as prepared as possible. So, you’re learning some essential Spanish travel phrases and going over your checklist to pack your bag. But what if an emergency strikes? Are you prepared for how to ask for help in Spanish? No one ever wants […]
MOREGerman Colors: A Fun and Easy Way to Learn Colors in German
Colors in German are easy to learn. Since German is a close cousin of English, most German color words are very similar in spelling and pronunciation to their English counterparts. This means you won’t have to do much work to remember them. The word “color” itself (although Irish folk like me would spell it “colour”!) […]
MOREEasy Spanish Pronouns: Understanding Spanish Pronouns and Their Verb Pairs
“I”, “we”, “he”, “she”, “it”, “they”. Pronouns pack a lot of power. They’re an essential ingredient in pretty much every language. Pronouns are the key to understanding who or what the subject is in a sentence. Without them, sentences would get very confusing, very quickly! Unlike English, Spanish doesn’t always use pronouns. In fact, Spanish […]
MOREHow to Say “I Love You” in Spanish (and 50+ Other Romantic Phrases)
The Spanish language and culture are rich in passionate language and ways to express affection. But what’s the best way to tell someone “I love you” in Spanish? After all, in English, we tend to overuse the word “love”. We love this show, and we love that book. We love our parents, our kids and […]
MORE14 Ways Show Your Gratitude and Say “Thank You” in Dutch
Would you like to learn how to say “thank you” in Dutch? Even though the Dutch can be quite direct and quick-to-the-point in their conversations, saying thank you is just as appreciated by them. In this article, I’ll teach you 14 ways how to say “thank you” in the Netherlands. So the next time someone […]
MORETalking About the Weather in Spanish: 77 Spanish Weather Words (and Phrases) that are Good to Know
Would you like to learn how to talk about the weather in Spanish? That makes sense, since talking about the weather is something everyone does. “Nice day today, huh?” “I’m enjoying this sunny weather.” “I wish the rain would stop.” (And yes, it does rain a lot on the Atlantic coast of Spain, especially in […]
MOREMan’s Best Amigo: How to Speak to Your Dog in Spanish
I have to admit, I have a soft spot in my heart for cute little pups. I’ve mentioned before that Lauren and I have one of our own: an adorable little Dachshund mix that we rescued. We named her Schatzi – a German nickname that means “little treasure” – but she’s a polyglot pup through […]
MORESummer Spanish! 97 Spanish Words and Phrases to Talk About the Beach in Spanish
Want to soak up the sun on beautiful beaches in Spanish-speaking countries? Whether you’re planning a trip Ibiza or Cancún – or dreaming of a Spanish beach from afar – Spanish beach vocabulary will come in handy. From building sand castles with your kids, to surfing and sunbathing, all your beach vocabulary is covered here. […]
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