Do Collective Nouns Take a Singular or Plural Verb?

I haven’t been able to dig up enough research but from what little I found, I culled the following. Bear in mind that this is an etic point of view.

With collective nouns, as with any parts of speech, it is the intent and meaning which the speaker wishes to convey that determines usage in a cultural context. E.g., in British English, ‘committee’ is traditionally plural; in American English, singular.

I may be wrong.

Spanish collective nouns are typically singular, much like in English.

Where there seems to be some inconsistency is when the speaker meant to refer to the members in a collective noun individually, (El reba?o de hembras deben integrarse en el de los machos), it takes a plural verb;
when the collective noun is taken in its entirety, it takes a singular verb.

Logic dictates that there are instances where referring to the individuals in the group would not make much common sense; e.g.” Un reba?o de nubes negras pasea por el cielo.”
In this case the verb is singular.

Where it is difficult (for me) is when the collective noun refers to people (la mitad de los cibernautas ser?n …), animate, or to inanimate objects associated with people (La mitad de las empresas … realizar? …). My inclination here is to use the plural IF I mean each of the individuals in the group; otherwise, singular.

In the last example,”Una docena de chicos se alimenta en el basura.”, may I argue thus: that ‘una docena’ is singular in meaning; therefore it takes a singluar verb. Were it ‘Dos docenas’ it is plural.

My conclusion on this is as follows; and I’ll be way out on a limb because I am speaking as an outsider of the Spanish culture.

Typically, collective nouns in Spanish are singular.

Common sense logic and the intended meaning dictate whether the collective noun takes a singular or a plural verb. Both singular and plural are correct, and are correct ONLY when it conveys truly what the speaker wants to say.

Then maybe, I’m way over my head.

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More on Distinguishing Between Ser and Estar

From the mailbox:

In ser vs. estar, my tutor has given me the following guideline:

One of the instances in which ser is used: With adjectives (like bueno or malo). El precio no es malo.

And one of the instances in which estar is used: With adverbs (like bien or mal). El precio no está mal.

Question 1: Is there merit to idea of using ser with adjectives and estar with adverbs?

Question 2: You have written an article entitled "Using Spanish Adjectives as Adverbs." But can the converse also be true? Can adverbs (like mal) function as adjectives?

Question 3: Which brings us to the most basic element of this confusion: Is "price" an "essential characteristic" (ser) or a "temporary condition" (estar)? Are there certain situations (like the price of something) which could go either way, which would then require the above distinction of adjectives vs. adverbs?

Great questions! The matter of ser vs. estar certainly can be a matter of confusion — and that's only partly because both words can be translated as "to be." In some situations, native speakers don't always carefully distinguish between them, and even when they do the difference isn't always readily translatable (such as when discussing marital status).

To answer your last question first, both estar and ser can be used with price. A quick web search suggests the following are used in increasing order of frequency to say "the price is good":

El precio es bueno.El precio está bueno.El precio está bien. (This is by far the most common.)

The same pattern is followed in expressing the opposite, with "El precio está mal" the overwhelming preference.

Your questions prompted me to put together a lesson detailing the use of estar as a way of expressing impressions that the speaker has of something. With that in mind, it's logical for estar to be the verb of choice here — usually, when you're talking about whether the price of something is good or bad, you're giving an impression rather than describing a quality that's inherent in something.

As to why the adverb bien is preferred over the adjective bueno, I can't really tell you except to say that bien and mal are commonly used with estar and are preferred over bueno and malo in a wide variety of circumstances. While under some circumstances está bien and está bueno are understood differently, I'm not aware of any way of predicting what those differences will be.

And now to answer your other questions:

1. Ser is almost always followed by a word or phrase that functions as an adjective or noun. It doesn't make sense to use ser with an adverb. Estar, on the other hand, can be followed by an adjective or adverb (or, if you're talking about mere existence, can stand alone).

2. While it is possible for some adjectives (e.g., claro and rápido) to function as adverbs, the reverse isn't true. In fairnesss, though, I must say that some grammarians would disagree with me. In a sentence such as "me siento bien" (I'm feeling good) or "huele mal" (it smells bad), some would see bien and mal as functioning as invariable adjectives. I don't, though. I see them as adverbs; it's just that estar and oler function differently than do their English counterparts.

I hope you find this helpful. Although such talk of grammar can ending up sounding arcane, as you learn and study Spanish you'll develop a feel for what "sounds right." Sometimes, that provides as good of a rule to follow as any.

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Why Add Me to a Simple Sentence?

From the mailbox:

I have a grammar question that I'd like to hear your thoughts on. I started attending a Spanish-speaking church a while back and I hear several greetings. Here are some of them:

Dios te bendiga.
Dios le bendiga.
Dios lo bendiga.
Dios me lo bendiga

I believe I understand what is going on grammatically on the first three but the last one I don't have a clue. I understand it to be a little more intimate sounding than the others but I have no idea what is going on grammatically. Can you share a few thoughts on that and if this type of construction is used in other places?

Thanks for the question! Although your question seems pretty simple, it actually touches on quite a few points of grammar. For first-year students who don't understand even your first sentence, I'll explain first what's happening grammatically in your first three examples, starting with the first, which is the simplest.

"Dios te bendiga" is a shorter way of saying "Que Dios te bendiga" (which you'll also sometimes hear). That, in turn, you can think of as a shorter way of saying something like "Quiero que Dios te bendiga" — literally translated, that would be something like "I want that God bless you." As explained in our lessons on translating "may" and indirect commands, the sentence structure of "que + noun + verb in the subjunctive mood" (the noun frequently comes after the verb) is a common way of saying that you'd like someone else to do something or for something to occur. For example, you could say something like "que duerma el bebé" to mean "may the baby sleep" or even "let the baby sleep."

In the example of "(que) Dios te bendiga," Dios (God) is the noun and bendiga is the present subjunctive form of irregularly conjugated bendecir (to bless). Finally, te is direct-object pronoun meaning "you."

The next two sentences — "(que) Dios le bendiga" and "(que) Dios lo bendiga — are grammatically the same. The difference is that they use more formal pronouns — le in an example of leísmo and lo. If you were female, la would be used instead.

Now, we'll finally get to the original question. If "(que) Dios lo bendiga" means "God bless you," what is the me doing in "(que) Dios me lo bendiga"? How does it change the meaning of the sentence?

The me here is an indirect-object pronoun meaning "me." Indirect objects are often used to indicate who is an indirect recipient of an action. In this case, lo is the direct object — it is lo or "you" that is being blessed, while the me (the speaker of the sentence) is an indirect beneficiary. If you were translating the sentence directly, you would say something like "May God bless you for me." Less literally, a translation could be something like "It would please me if God were to bless you." In real life, we don't have to translate that elaborately, so the me doesn't have to be translated. Just think of "Dios me lo bendiga" as another way of saying "May God bless you."

As to times when we would say something grammatically like that, it just isn't that common where we'd be speaking to someone and have occasion to use that person as an indirect object of a third party's action. But here's one example: You could say something like "Que ella me lo contacte a usted" (I've added the "a usted" for clarity) as a way of saying something like "I'll have her contact you for me."

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Where Does the Adverb Go?

RE: Your link: Where do adjectives go …

I’m lost here.

I think I understand the intent here. However, I translated your example (reproduced below) as:

“The cup fills with water;”

Your example: La taza llena de agua, the cup full of water; …

Instead, could I say this?

La taza, llenado de agua,; The cup, filled with water, …

Straying from the intent, may I say

La taza de aqua (the cupful of water)

Then, again, not trying to preserve the intent, may I say

La taza, de llena de agua,; The cup filled with water (the cup, full of water) …

Which is preferable please?

Thanks again for your help.

Thanks again.

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When To Shorten (Apocopate) Ciento

From the mailbox:

In the below, why isn't it cien instead of ciento?

[Taken from the email course "Dichos, refranes y citas"] Más vale el pájaro en mano que ciento volando.

(The sentence literally means "The bird in hand is worth more than 100 flying," the equivalent of the English proverb "A bird in the hand is worth two in the bush.")

You're right that ciento (the word for "hundred") is sometimes shortened to cien; that's a process known as apocopation, and the same thing can be done to a few other words, such as grande and primero. However, this shortening is done only before a noun, as in cien casas, or "100 houses," where casas is a noun, or before a noun phrase, as in las cien mejores canciones ("the 100 best songs").

In the sentence you gave, volando is not a noun — it's a verb form known as a gerund or present participle. Here, the gerund is used to indicate that the birds are in the process of performing an action — in this case flying. Ciento here, by the way, is functioning as a pronoun, and pronouns are never shortened through apocopation, only certain adjectives.

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Changes Proposed in Spanish Spelling

Some spelling changes may be coming to the Spanish language — and not everyone is happy about it.

According to articles recently appearing in BBC Mundo, El Universal of Mexico City, Bio-Bio La Radio of Chile, among numerous other sources, the proposed changes are subject to ratification later this month in Guadalajara, Mexico. The changes have become a hot topic of debate across the Spanish-speaking world, with critics claiming decrying the loss of the traditional rules. As one Twitter user, Ricardo Ortiz, put it today in the ongoing debate on that social network, "Aora ke la #RAE elimina reglas ansestrales dejemos de preokuparnos por la forma de eskrivir: todo sera correto en el futuro." Loosely translated: "Nou that the Academi iz gitting ridd of tradishonal rools lets kwit worying about hou to right: Awl wil be write in the fuchure."

Among the planned changes:

The ch and ll would no longer be considered separate letters of the alphabet, giving it 27 letters (the English alphabet plus ñ). The names of some letters would also be clarified or changed: B would become be, v would become uve, and y would become ye instead of i griega.Orthographic accents could be dropped in words such as sólo (alone) as an adverb, truhán (rogue) and guión (hyphen or movie script).Ex would be considered a prefix that can be attached to words: Thus "ex-president" would become expresidente rather than ex presidente. However, if ex refers to a two-or-more-word phrase, it would be retained separately: ex ministro de defensa (former defense minister). The same would go for pro and anti.Use of the q would be dropped in words of foreign origin: Iraq would become Irak (it's already spelled that way in some areas), quórum would become cuórum, and Qatar would become Catar.

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To learn Spanish Easy, get a learning Spanish audio learning programme

The best and fastest way to learn easy Spanish today is through an interactive learning audio program. There are several good available. Most have a completely digital version which can be downloaded from Internet. Most also have a physical CD or DVD and books that you can have delivered printed version.

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Starting with a few basic words. Learn how to use these words by talk and interact with their parents. Gradually learn more words and begin to have more complex conversations.Interact with the demás.Aumentan their vocabularies. Get better and better in the...

Do the same with Castilian.Do not start with the books, beginning with learn Spanish audio.Learn a few basic words and phrases, and then build from ahí.No only memorize words, learn how to use them. Practice with ellos.Escuche carefully and get the correct pronunciation.

Try to not translate the inglés.Ir directly from thought to the way of expressing thought Spanish.

[In my first lesson in Spanish, hastily given before that I went for an important meeting in Mexico, I've learned: "Good morning" (good morning), "adios" (farewell), "thank you" (thank you), "please" (please), and "Dos margaritas please" (two daisies, please)!]Not much, but it is a start! (And never forgot! [...])

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Spanish language - the best way to learn Spanish

If you're looking for the best way to learn Spanish, nor is looking forward to improve the basic Spanish you know or Spanish language is something that has been wanting to learn and was never return to it. Now, you have some time you are thinking seriously about decision of the Spanish language for one reason or another or might be the case that asks as part of their work or holiday under Mexico. No matter what the reason, you want to know the best way to learn Spanish.

The answer to what the best way to learn Spanish is - really depends on you. This sounds as a strikes back but think about it, every individual is different and the way the Spanish learning will be different. What seems more effective may not be the same for the next person you are trying to learn Spanish as well.By the fact that different people are more sensitive to different forms of learning makes sense that you find out what teaching methods more suits you, then you can focus on that specific form of aprendizaje.Una time has discovered the most effective way to learn to Spanish, the rest requires persistence and self-discipline.

You have to ask and be honest with yourself when it's the best way to learn Spanish, because only of consciousness-raising to get an idea of the teaching method is the best way to learn to Spanish.

Here we look at three different learning Spanish language learning methods.It is possible to find the best way to learn to Spanish for you is on the first attempt in three ways, especially if you have not experienced these methods in the práctica.Y according to the teaching, the effectiveness of each method can be dependent on the teacher that will teach you and how good you're self-disciplining yourself keep a schedule of possible aprendizaje.Es that if you combine these methods, you can get all the benefits of each method. Depends on you.

Learn in a classroom Spanish

Many people find the style of traditional classroom learning an attractive option because there is a Professor of Spanish indicating the class of other related individuals wishing to learn Spanish as well. The fact that a class is set to a particular time and place and means to meet new people is that he encourages you to participate and be part of a team. If you are the kind of person that is easier to learn as part of a group activity, and like the idea of being able to socialize, traditional classroom style learning is more for you, helping to keep you learning Spanish at a steady pace and where all you have to learn is planned, organized and delivered to you.All you have to do is be there on time, learn and make the necessary duties.

Learn Spanish independently

Of learning Spanish, passing the path independent study may be another attractive option especially for those who have little time to attend Spanish courses which are based on the classroom for work or family commitments that dictates that his time tend to be too hectic and unpredictable to ensure that you can attend classes in a given hour a week.The most common form and the best way to learn to Spanish independently by learning the Spanish language CD that can be easily heard in the car stereo or a playler MP3 when you are moving or waiting for the train or a period of time to go to the benefits of the independent study of learning style cama.Los Spanish is that you can listen to the same chapter again and again;and you can stop the CD when needed and start again when you can learn at their own pace Spanish; however, this method of learning requires that you yourself discipline to keep it.

Learn Spanish through immersion

Immersion learning style is becoming a popular choice as people are traveling more and desire to learn not only in Spain but in culture and the country where the language originated Spanish. immersion Spanish language usually involves living and possibly work in a Spanish speaking country and learning to Spanish of daily interactions with supposed to be able to see the Spanish television nativos.Por speakers, Spanish soap operas and movies only help reinforce your learning.

You need to find out what style of learning is most effective to find out the best way to learn to Spanish and there is nothing wrong with the combination of different methods or through other methods, as one-to-one tuition. good luck with learn Spanish!

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Why not have your child learn Spanish?

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There are many reasons for wanting your children to learn Spanish. We want to help you find resources that will help you with Spanish for Kids.

Some parents think of the intellectual stimulation that learning a language provides. They think that they can give their children a an additional intellectual challenge in a painless way. Researcher in London, England have determined that learning a second language boosts brain power which remains throughout life.

Other people are interested in preparing their children for life in today's world where it is important to know more than one language. This is even more important in our hemisphere where it becomes increasingly valuable to know Spanish.

Learning a language can be a source of pride and self esteem for the child who is fortunate enough to be exposed to learning outside of the classroom.

There are some parents who are concerned that their children grow up respecting the different heritages that surround them. Concerned that the nativist tradition of United States history is always present, many parents, not of a Spanish Speaking background, choose to prepare their children to accept and embrace the Hispanic culture they live alongside of.

Whatever your reason for wanting your children to learn Spanish, this site will provide resources to help you. You will find suggestions and experiences of others who share your interest; you will find songs and stories in Spanish that will enthuse your children with their learning task. A list of links to related sites will lead you to other resources. And you will find that the books you need for yourself and your children have been located and placed at your disposition.

So, in general terms parents can fall into one of three groups:

1. those who know NO Spanish;

2. those who know enough to read, even poorly;

3. and those who can model correct pronunciation for their children.

Whether or not the parents know Spanish will determine their strategy for exposing their children to the language. Obviously, parents who do not know the language well will not have native pronunciation.

If their children learn to read Spanish, they may not have the proper pronunciation. This is a tough issue. Some might say that pronunciation is not important for children. However, why not try to expose them to the correct values of the Spanish sounds. Parents should work on their own pronunciation to model as correctly as possible for their kids.

Nevertheless, the value of the parents' involvement in reading and singing in Spanish with their children more than outweighs the disadvantage of the child hearing their poor pronunciation. Much of the damage can be remedied by having the child listen to as much Spanish spoken by native speakers as possible.

Parents should make sure their children HEAR a lot of good Spanish but obviously those parents who know no Spanish will be more dependent on recordings for their children to listen to. Try to find some good audio resources. Besides the tapes and CDs you might buy or take out of the library don't forget the radio and TV. All parents should expose their children to ask much passive listening of Spanish that they can. In most places there are Spanish language radio stations. TV programs from the Univision y Telemundo networks are very widespread.

All of the above boils down to three tactics that are valid for all kinds of parents and all kinds of kids of all ages and level of Spanish...

1. Listening: Everyone should keep the Spanish radio on as much as possible. Keep the radio or TV on while the child is doing other things. It has to be the sea of sound that they swim in while they are beginning their study of Spanish. The child doesn't have to concentrate on it; they will not be listening to try to understand. After a while they won't even hear the radio but it will be affecting them. Little by little they will begin to anticipate the rhythm of the language, even before they understand they words. They will also begin to recognize certain words.

2. Fun Drills: Those parents who know some Spanish can try to run through all the permutations of the new expressions that the child learns. For example, suppose your child just learned to say. "Pedro tiene cuatro años" rather than translating from the English incorrectly, "Pedro es cuatro". Now to make this new element of the language stick, you should go on substituting different ages and the names of different people. The child will soon be able to say comfortably, "María tiene cuatro años." "Juan tiene ocho años." "Yo tengo tres años." "¿Cuántos años tienes tú?" There are many examples of these drills in most language courses but the parent can generate them herself.

3. Support: Don't correct their Spanish when they speak. Don't interrupt the flow of their conversation. Don't make their speaking Spanish to be another homework assignment. It should be something special, even something "secret" in your family. Kids like the mystery and intrigue of having something special of their own. Their speaking Spanish should be a joyful, non-threatening experience. If they make mistakes in their grammar, correct their errors by using the same expression correctly a few minutes after. Don't come right back at them with the correct form or they will begin to feel conscious of their expression and choke off their freedom of expression.

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Learn The ABCs in Spanish? YES! If your child is coming up on kindergarten age, you have a wonderful opportunity to teach him or her how to read in Spanish BEFORE they learn the alphabet in English! Why? I will be brief, hoping that you will catch the direction of my thought (and my practice, with both my children and my grandson!) Spanish is completely regular. They can learn the vowels in one sitting. This is how Spanish Speaking kids learn: from "abecedarios", the same as English Speaking children used to learn from primers.

You can start the child reading the simple words like Mami, comida, mesa, Papi, muñeca, carro, etc. If your child learns to read (even if only simple words) Spanish first, in effect you are giving them a great head start. Basically you are giving them phonics without having to buy any expensive program. You can do them no harm because, they will have a basis of the sounds that DO hold up for English; they will have achieved the satisfaction and boost to their confidence by your enthusiastic affirmation of the achievement when they read "Mami y Papi" and other simple phrases. As they progress in English they will still have to deal with the irregularities of this language. However, they will have learned the consonants by applying them to completely foolproof regular vowels.

I am very convinced of the value of this method. I have no scientific proof, just intuition and my own experience. To work, you have to teach the child to read the alphabet in Spanish BEFORE they begin to learn in English. If they are already learning in English, it will confuse them. But if you get there FIRST, you will do them a great favor! So... Click here for Alphabet tools for kids in Spanish. After clicking, look to the top right of the page you land on, and click on the yellow tab "Alphabet" to see a bunch of alphabet resources for you to choose from.

The author, Frank Gerace, Ph.D, has worked in communication and education projects in Latin America. He has taught in public and private universities in Peru and Bolivia. Currently he teaches English to immigrant adults at an important branch of CUNY, the City University of New York. His website is http://www.BooksLibros.com/SpanishForNinos.htm.

He has another site with advice and resources for parents who want to learn Spanish themselves at: http://www.inglesparalatinos.com/SpanishCourses.htm

Learn Spanish - tips to learn quickly

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Learning Spanish is something you can definitely do, even if it's the first time you've ever tried to learn a foreign language. New languages are a skill like anything else, and one that anyone can acquire.

In today's global culture, there are so many benefits to being multilingual. Knowing more than one language can really help if you do any traveling. But it can also be very useful right at home, conversing with people in your own area. For people who are planning to learn another language for the first time, Spanish is a wise choice for several reasons. Let's look at some ways to make learning Spanish simpler.

Learning a language does not have to be stressful. It's really quite a bit of fun if you don't make it into a chore! A whole new world is opened when you learn a new language. If you travel, it can make communication much less of a problem. Not only that, but you may find you can talk to more people right where you live. If you know two or more languages, you are also qualified for many more jobs. For people who live in the U.S., the language that is spreading most quickly is Spanish.

In certain areas, more people speak Spanish than English. Knowing how to speak and translate Spanish into other languages is a valuable skill to have.Learning a second language is always a good idea. In the U.S., Spanish is nearly as commonplace as English. Think about it: how many times are English messages repeated in Spanish? So it's a great idea to learn and include Spanish into your life. Of course, very many people have a tough time tackling a second language.

Here are a few useful ideas and tips that will help you if new languages are a bit difficult.If you don't speak a second language, thinking about learning Spanish may seem a little intimidating. You could have heard somewhere that learning Spanish is the way to go because it's less difficult than other languages. The truth is that most languages are easy to learn, you just have to figure out what kind of learning tricks you want to use to make the process simpler. Lots of suggestions and helpful tips are available to help you learn Spanish much easier. Try using the following tricks:You want to learn Spanish - congratulations! Thankfully, learning Spanish does not have to be difficult. Even if you are someone who has trouble learning languages; Spanish is such a dominant language today, and there are plenty of methods to use that will make your learning process easier. Learning Spanish can be fun and easy, so we'll discuss some tips you can use to help make it more enjoyable.

Work on your "Spanish tongue" this means working on your pronunciation of Spanish vocabulary. You can say the words all you like and you can be great with grammar but if you don't know how to go from a word to the next while speaking you won't get far. If you want to quickly get into the habit of speaking Spanish, get anything you can find written in Spanish and read it out loud. While written material is good to practice with, you can also get good practice by repeating any phrases you hear from people actually speaking Spanish.

This process can show you how to use proper inflections and using words in the right order and even the way idioms are used in Spanish. It's likely that you will have fun when you practice speaking out loud in a new language. It can feel like singing, which is a great way to let loose and express your creativity.|There is probably no better way to become fluent in a new language than to go somewhere that forces you to speak it constantly. For anyone wanting to learn Spanish, going to a country where that was the main language would be a way to gain fluency.

In some American cities, you could find this situation right in the city where you live. Usually what this means, however, is traveling to another country so that you are not able to simply switch back to your own language when it is convenient. Many people swear by the immersion method--they say it forced them to learn faster. But not everyones likes to be in such a high pressure situation. It's a matter of personal preference.Hiring a tutor is a great idea. Books and CDs can be great. But a tutor can help you in ways that a book or CD cannot. Language tutors need to be fluent in their language. They should be able to teach you about specific dialects within the language.

Learning the local dialect of a place you may be visiting really will help you with interacting with people. More importantly, a tutor can tell you about the casual uses of the words you will be learning.

Language CD's and books are usually more formal in what they teach. But a tutor can teach you the slang words.Keeping some patience in mind will help. It will take longer than 24 hours to become fluent in Spanish. Even if you have a perfect memory and can remember all of your vocabulary and conjugations, you might still have some problems stringing together a sentence correctly. Your progress will suffer if you try to become fluent too quickly and put pressure on yourself. Just let your self take it slowly. Doing this will let you feel more comfortable with learning. If people know you're learning their language, when you talk to them they'll be more patient with you. If you go too quickly you could make a mistake during a conversation and say something offensive.Get a course on CD. If you're feeling shy about learning a new language, CDs are great to use.

You'll hear a fluent speaker use the words and sentences together. You'll find the CD courses are equal in quality as a classroom, yet there's no stress about making mistakes in front of everyone. And with a CD, you'll be able to practice Spanish if you're traveling, etc. You can download them to your favorite mp3 player, or simply use a portable CD player and learn while you are on the go! You'll never be restricted to where you can learn.Teach yourself to think in Spanish. It may not be easy when you first try, but take any thoughts you can and turn them into Spanish. Take your time and learn how to do this at your own pace. Periodically throughout your day ask yourself how you would say the words you are thinking in Spanish. This is something you have to practice regularly to get comfortable with it. As you practice, you will notice that you can translate words faster. You will know you have mastered this when you find that you sometimes think in the new language when you aren't even intending. Of course, you also want to say some of these thoughts out loud, so your ability to speak improves as well.

Place some kind of note or label on various items, with the Spanish word for it. Make labels for everything in your home and, if you can, your work space. You will be constantly viewing the words then, without even having to consciously think about it. By gaining a thorough knowledge of the right words, you won't later make a mistake that could prove to be an embarrassment. When you don't know what you're saying, you can end up confusing similar sounding words that mean very different things. The very simple strategy of using labels can accelerate your learning of the new language.

Take a course. A lot of people are nervous to take a language course with others. In a course it's standard practice to talk in the language while you're learning. Many people feel this is intimidating.

You should still do it even if you make lots of mistakes. That's the best way to learn because everyone else is learning, too! Everyone can participate in making silly mistakes! And that is a lot better than talking to a local, making some insulting mistake, and not being forgiven.

Work on improving your "ear" for the language. Many languages are more oral-based than written. You will still need to learn how to 'hear' a language as long as it's still alive. Memorizing the alphabet, or writing a proper sentence, only takes you so far. Naturally, you'll want to be able to understand other people when they speak to you. The best way to do this is to listen to as much of your chosen language as possible. When you get to the point where you can correctly identify Spanish after hearing just a few words, then you'll be on your way to success.|You can use the web! There are a lot of sites offering great information to help you learn Spanish. One great tool is Babelfish, a translation bot. Just type in your sentence or word, and it will translate into Spanish. A tool like this is extremely helpful because you can learn much faster. But just keep in mind that English and Spanish sentence structures are different from each other. So the translation tool will show you exactly how the structure changes from English to Spanish. There are also other online learning tools that you can take advantage of to help you learn Spanish and other languages.

Test yourself with flashcards This may seem very simple, but it works well. Simply remembering what words mean is really what a large part of a language comes down to, and this method helps you do that. With flashcards you can quiz yourself on vocabulary and grammar and tenses. You can use flashcards almost anywhere you go, as they are portable. You can make a game of it and have a friend or fellow student test you. All you have to do is use one side for Spanish and the other for your first language; it's that easy!You need a certain amount of discipline. No matter what course or system you use, it has to be done in a certain logical order. You can't learn everything at once; you have to start somewhere and move forward bit by bit. If you start with the fundamentals, like how to pronounce each letter and how to count, you'll have a foundation. Learning vocabulary before grammar makes the learning process easier. Whether you are using a book, tape or video, follow it as much as possible the way it is presented. The people who put together these programs know the best way to lay it all out. Skipping around will only slow you down and make it less clear. Just keep in mind that the more you focus, the faster you'll learn.Surround your self in your new language.

Are you in close proximity to a location where most of the people speak in Spanish? An excellent way to learn is by listening to a fluent conversation between two people. You may find a lot people really are happy to help others communicate in Spanish. You won't have to travel far, and you can get the same experience and practice with your second language.Keep in mind that perfection comes from practice. Be sure to always talk in your language as often as you can, and don't be concerned about how it looks, or sounds. It will help you a lot if you substitute your native language with the words you do know in your new language. So if your new language is Spanish, then just try to use "cena" instead of "dinner" and in place of "one" use "uno." The words will feel like second nature to you, in time. This way you'll be able to understand the words when you hear others speak them. That's the best way to help you understand when you speak with people in your new language.|You can also watch Spanish TV and movies. It's not hard because all movie rental outlets have a foreign language section, plus there are many Spanish broadcasts on TV.

You'll be able to learn how Spanish is really spoken without needing to travel. Your learning will accelerate if you don't have the ability to speak with an authentic Spanish speaker. Just start by watching with subtitles on. Then as your understanding increases, just turn them off and check yourself. Your learning will go much faster by using this method. {If you need help in your study of Spanish, there are quite a few tools available that can be of use. There's no reason not to take advantage of the many sources of help that are out there today. You will find that some methods will work better for you than others. If you try several systems, you'll eventually find one or more that feel right for you. You'll eventually find a few that help you and, before you know it, you'll be speaking Spanish!

There's no reason that speaking another language has to be hard or complicated. If you don't yet have a second language, Spanish is a good one to start with, because it's relatively easy. There are lots of ways to go about learning a new language. Not everyone has to take the same approach; ask yourself what seems like the best choice. Just keep trying different learning techniques until you find one that "clicks." Just take a step by step approach to learning Spanish and one day you will find that you are speaking and understanding it fluently!

It's great to learn a new language, but many times its not easy to find out the best way.

Perhaps you're thinking about getting a book from some bookstore. A class is a great idea, and so is meeting people who are fluent. You have many options if you want to learn any language. Be sure to have lots of fun!

Learning Spanish or any new language does not have to be so painful. You might have a rough time of it in the beginning, especially if you are not used to learning languages, but over time you will get better. You will become fluent if you persist and make good use of as many tricks and tips as possible.There's really no reason to go through a lot of frustration when learning Spanish. It's so easy to find hints and tools to help you with the learning. One great key to learning any language - an open mind. A more open mind helps you to more easily take in the knowledge. If you try to force a foreign language to sound like your native language, you'll only make it more difficult.

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Just Another 10 reasons to learn Spanish

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10. Learning Spanish is a great way to keep up with current trends.

Learning Spanish will allow you to keep up with the pace of Hispanic influence on culture which is extremely popular and becoming more and more popular. For example, can you recall the Taco Bell advertisement that had that little dog? Did you realise that his motto, "Yo quiero Taco Bell" is in fact a clever play on words? In Spanish, "yo quiero" has two meanings they are: "I want" and "I love." So, the lovely little dog was in fact pulling your chain as he said both: "I want Taco Bell" and "I love Taco Bell."

9. Learning Spanish has medical/health advantages!

Research shows that understanding and using two different languages reduces the chance of developing dementia, and also Alzheimer's Disease. A group of medical professional who studied this were fascinated by earlier studies that proved that bilingualism enhances mental ability in both young children and the elderly. Other research showed that learning a second language will increase your memory and slow the age-related decline in mental ability. By learning another language, it also makes you smarter! Your crucial thinking skills will be enhanced as you learn to see things through a different viewpoint. Studying another language actually stimulates your creativity!

8. Learning Spanish is quickly becoming a business must.

Spanish has fast become more and more important in relation to business. Learning Spanish enables yourself to better communicate and understand your Spanish speaking employees and work mates. How nice would it be to be able to offer your products and services to over 360 million people whose first language is Spanish? In North America, Hispanic buyers are the most rapidly growing market sectors. As far as job opportunities go, it definately would not hurt to have Spanish on your resume. In the United States alone, speaking and understanding Spanish can be extremely helpful if you work in medicine or education. More over, the building trade is hiring more and more Spanish speaking trades people. One thing is for certain, if you speak a second language, you will become more employable and have more career chances than your monolingual counterparts. Globalization, with it's accompanying free trade agreements is rapidly reducing the business world, and for those that understand more than one language will well and truly have an advantage.

7. Spanish is almost everywhere!

With just about over 35 million Spanish speaking people in the United States, and over 40% of the population growth set to be among the Hispanic people, the stage is ready for a huge increase in Spanish speakers in the United States alone. This has created much interest amongst US citizens, a group not particularly well known for their multilingualism. This interest is set to increase as the Hispanic population of the US quickly reaches 50 million by 2015. But it is not just in the US where Spanish is so popular. In Europe, Spanish is the second most studied second language, just after English. With roughly 400 million speakers worldwide, Spanish is the fourth most common language on the planet. Only Mandarin (Chinese), English and Hindi have more people speaking it. If you count only native speakers though, Spanish far outranks English. Spanish is an official language on four continents and is the first language in 21 countries. With the sheer number of Spanish speakers across the world and their rate of growth makes learning Spanish a very clever choice.

6. Learning Spanish will definitely increase your world.

According to a famous philosopher "the limits of one language are the only limits to ones universe." It is without a doubt that studying Spanish will increase your own personal universe. As the Hispanic population quickly grows at a disproportionate rate and speed, it has become more and more likely that you may well marry into a Spanish speaking family, or have Spanish speaking neighbours or just come across Spanish speaking people in your daily life. No longer are the Spanish speaking people in the US restricted to the bordering states and bigger cities. Today, almost every area has some sort of Hispanic population. Wouldn't it be great to say hello and talk with your fellow paisanos (countrymen)?

5. Learning Spanish will well and truly enhance your travel experience.

Even though it is certainly possible to travel to a Spanish speaking nation not understanding a word of Spanish, your holiday will in no way compare with the amazing experience that awaits the traveller who speaks or at least knows a little Spanish. If you only ever speak English, you will be forced to limit yourself to the popular tourist spots where almost everyone speaks at least some English. But if you're wanting to venture out and explore the local area and get to know some of the locals, you really need to know some Spanish. Even simple little things, like reading a sign or menus, asking for directions or letting the taxi driver know where you want to go requires at least some understanding and knowledge of the language. Hispanic people are incredibly hospitable and generous, and if you speak at least some Spanish you will find yourself welcomed in a way that would not happen if you spoke only English. Put plainly, when you travel abroad to a Spanish speaking nation, understanding the language it will let you to move more freely from being an observer to that of an active participant.

4. Understanding Spanish will allow you to help other people.

Should you be the kind of person that enjoys helping others, learning Spanish will put you in a commanding position where you are able help both Spanish speakers who speak little or no English and English speakers who speak little or no Spanish. Now that is what we call a "win-win" situation. Unfortunately, the standard of living in a lot of Spanish speaking nations is rather poor by many Western standards. Sometimes, it is shockingly bad. Without stereotyping Latin America as a poverty stricken continent (in a lot of cases that definitely is not the case) there are never the less a lot of people in a dire situation. Learning Spanish can help to prepare you for taking the next step, --- actually heading there and making the difference!

3. Learn just for the sake of learning.

It cannot be denied that by learning Spanish you will without a doubt get a better knowledge of English. Spanish is what is known as one of the "Romance" languages, which basically means that it originated from Latin, a language from the ancient Roman Empire. So many English words too are Latin origin, and so, when one learns vocabulary in Spanish you will actually simultaneously be increasing your English vocabulary too. You may also find that your knowledge of the deep rooted meaning of these Latin based English words is largely increased. And, as you learn the grammar of Spanish, you will see how it is very close to English, as well as how it is also very different. This will increase your awareness of the grammar of your own spoken language. Because Spanish is nearly phonetically perfect, you can take a look at almost every word and straight away know exactly how to pronounce it. This characteristic makes Spanish one of the most simple languages to learn. And, when it comes to studying a third language, for example French or Italian, having already known Spanish will be a massive advantage because these languages also, are the Romance Languages.

2. Learning Spanish will let you appreciate Hispanic culture and history.

For most people, developing a deeper knowledge of Hispanic culture is becoming more and more necessary. There is no more better way to get this insight than start to speak Spanish. Read Latin American or Spanish newspapers and literature and it will open a door into the Hispanic mindset. Understanding the language will ready you to better know some of the fantastic Hispanic modern and classic historical contributions. From Miguel Cervantes to Gabriel Garcia Marquez, Hispanic literary contributions abound. From the royal paintings of Goya to the surreal depictions of Picasso, Spanish influence on the arts has been a major one. And let's not go past the gastronomy! Learning Spanish can be the ideal excuse for sampling the cuisine of Spanish speaking people. Burritos, tamales, paella, papusas, arroz con frijoles, ceviche, --- the list just keeps on going, and is a tasty indication of the huge range of Hispanic culture. Is it any surprise then, that more and more people look to take part in these cultural delights?

1. Spanish is fun and easy!

Learning Spanish will open up a lot of opportunities to have a lot more enjoyment. Who else enjoys reading through a good book or watching a great movie? Music? For sure! Food? Oh Wow! The sense of achievement? It's there just waiting for you to take hold of it! For all of the points mentioned before, and a bunch more that haven't even been mentioned, learning Spanish will be one of the most enjoyable and fun activities that you can do. It doesn't matter if your motivations are practical, intellectual or sentimental, studying Spanish is something that will benefit you throughout your life!

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Learn to Spanish through immersion method

Learning Spanish Abroad

Spanish is one of the most popular languages, and it is used in many countries around the world. The best way for you to learn Spanish is to immerse yourself in a Spanish-speaking country. Although normal Spanish classes are adequate, in order to totally envelope oneself in the language and pronunciation of Spanish, a trip to Latin America or Spain is in order. This is called the "total immersion" method of learning a language. Not only does it include attending classes, but also using Spanish in day-to-day life.

Learning Spanish abroad is the most efficient way to learn. Many people who have taken Spanish courses for years still feel lost while having a simple conversation with a native Spanish-speaker because Spanish-speakers use a different slang and speed than what students learn in class.

Learning Spanish abroad forces you to use your knowledge in real-life situations on an everyday basis. Also, while studying abroad, you will find learning Spanish extremely important because you are surrounded by the language. Therefore, you will make a bigger effort to improve your fluency to make your visit more pleasant. Instead of learning basic verbs and grammar which can become quite tedious, you can see how the language is used in normal circumstances which will help you learn quickly. Best of all is that you can speak the same as a native from day one, which is important because speaking like the natives will help you more than speaking broken Spanish you learned from a book. Learning Spanish abroad is also a way to learn more about the culture and the people of a country, especially if you travel to a number of places in the country.

Language Immersion Schools

There are people who hope to learn Spanish abroad by simply visiting Spain with an English-Spanish dictionary and assuming that they will pick up the language, but this can be an awkward way of learning. Staying in the country and attending proper Spanish lessons is probably the best way to learn, especially if you avoid the temptation to visit tourist areas where English is predominantly spoken.

There are many schools in Spain and Latin America that arrange for people to travel simply to learn the language. There are Spanish immersion schools in nearly every Spanish-speaking country. These schools usually organize accommodation and daily Spanish classes in the vicinity. Most schools offer the option of staying with a local host family. In this way you can learn Spanish abroad while having a vacation at the same time. It is important to find the classes and living situations that will best help you learn Spanish.

Making an Extended Visit in a Foreign Country

There are certain preparations you must make for a long trip to another country. If you are going to visit a country for more than a few weeks to learn Spanish, you may need to obtain a student visa. Student visas are sometimes hard to get. Check with the country's consulate to see how long you can stay in the country without a visa, and to find how to go about applying for a student visa. There are different rules for citizens of each country. If you need to get a student visa, the school you pick should be able to help you. If not, at least ask them for recommendations on the application process. Never try to stay in a foreign country illegally!

See the World

There are different forms of Spanish due to differences in pronunciation in different parts of the world. Which variation of Spanish do you want or need to learn? What part of the world would you like to visit? Spanish is spoken in 21 countries around the world, so you can choose from among a large variety of locations. Do you want a European metropolitan experience, or warm beaches, or high mountain peaks? Learn Spanish in the country that suits your tastes.

Learn Spanish in Mexico

For people living in the United States, going to Mexico to attend a Spanish language immersion school is the easiest and cheapest choice. Since Mexico is an entirely Spanish-speaking region, you will be constantly exposed to the phonetics of the language. It is very easy to pick up a language when you keep hearing it over and over.

There are many places in Mexico to learn Spanish. If you are a student, your university may already have an exchange program with another school; then you have little to worry about in planning. Otherwise, it is time to do some research. The internet will be the best tool to find a school in Mexico to learn Spanish. First, look at American university web pages and where they send students in their intensive Spanish programs. Many American universities send their students to special language institutes, not necessarily a Mexican university. A partnership with an American university is a recommended way to find a Mexican school.

You can also do a simple internet search for colleges in Mexico. You will get thousands of hits, so narrow your search with words like "recommended" or "testimonials," to get schools that have endorsements. Be sure to actually check out the recommendations and send emails to former students listed as references. At a reputable school, all this information should be on the web site or available via email.

Narrow your search again by schools in the area of Mexico where you want to study. If you are going to Mexico to learn Spanish for the hospitality industry, for example, it might be best to study at Acapulco or Cancun. If politics are more important, head to Mexico City. If you need to stay close to the states, look to Tijuana. You should compare prices, packages, meals, lodging, and schedules to help you choose the program that is best for you.

Learn Spanish in South America

South America is a great and beautiful place to learn Spanish. Spanish is the official language of all South American countries except Brazil.

Peru especially is a wonderful and intensive country in which to learn Spanish. Because not many people speak English in Peru, travelers will find it more necessary to learn Spanish and therefore will learn quickly. Just like in most countries in South America, Peru has schools to help people learn Spanish. The courses are usually more reasonable than they are in the United States. Therefore, someone can learn Spanish more effectively and somewhat cheaply by studying abroad. Students can learn Spanish in South America in a classroom in the daytime from their teacher, peers, and books, and then can learn Spanish out on the town in the evenings by interacting with the local people. You will spend every waking hour among people who speak Spanish. Every time you want to interact with someone, whether it be to buy a cup of coffee or get on a bus, you will be able to practice your Spanish skills. A student who wants to learn Spanish in Peru America will learn very quickly.

Learning Spanish in Argentina will prove to be easier and less stressful, not to mention fun and cultural as well. Argentina is situated in South America with Buenos Aires as its capital. Although Spanish is Argentina's national language, almost everyone also speaks English because of Argentina's huge number of year-round visitors. Therefore, learning Spanish in Argentina is easy and enjoyable.

Learn Spanish in Spain

There are seventeen regions in Spain, and each has its unique subculture. Barcelona is known for being a fun, international city, but many people there speak primarily Catalan. Madrid is known for its beautiful art and museums. Think about what you want in your area of study and find the region of Spain that is most appealing to you.

One city I strongly suggest learning Spanish in is Andalusia, which is tucked into the province of Granada. In this southern-most and densely populated region of Spain is the fascinating, ancient, and beautiful city of Andalusia. Since Roman times, people have enjoyed its climate and culture. Its alcazar, ancient quarter, mosque and other sites draw thousands of tourists. The city has been the subject of painting, opera, and literature. But it is not just a beautiful vacation destination. There are many Spanish immersion schools. You must pick a program that suits your needs and schedule. Are you an advanced Spanish student looking for a long immersion experience? Are you more of an informed tourist that wants to learn about the language and culture of a place? Think about how long you can spend in Granada and how many hours per day and days per week you want to study. If you must seriously learn Spanish in Granada very quickly for school or work, look for the most intensive programs. Some programs hold classes for eight hours a day then send students to live with Spanish-speaking families. If your interest is more of a hobby or personal interest, you might enjoy something more leisurely that leaves time to explore Andalusia.

The greatest thing about learning Spanish in Granada, however, is that most schools offer field trips. Small group excursions go to sights around Andalusia and the rest of Spain. When three or four students and a teacher go to a village bullfight, an olive farm or a winery, the experience is much better and more intimate than anything a tour company can provide. These field trips are usually optional and cost extra. Be sure to ask about them when you are shopping for a school.

There are also "traveling" Spanish schools based in Granada and other parts of the country that combine an extended bus or train tour with Spanish lessons. These programs are usually geared more toward culture and sightseeing rather than quickly instilling a strong grasp of Spanish. Depending on what you need to know, a traveling school may or may not be what you need.

Learning Spanish abroad in a different country and a different culture is fun and exciting. It is also the fastest way to learn Spanish, and you will learn to speak like a native. Learning Spanish using the total immersion method lets you live the language rather than just study it.

Steve Dolan is a European who has traveled extensively across Europe and understands the value of languages. Find out how to learn Spanish quickly and easily at Learn Spanish and for other languages try Foreign Languages

Six keys to help you learn to Spanish online

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This article consists of six tips to help

you learn Spanish online. If you follow these

six tips, you can be sure that you will

learn to speak Spanish online much easier.

Key Numero Uno to Learn Spanish Online:

"Stay motivated"

I think everyone that studies

a foreign language will experience

a time when they are becoming less and less

motivated. You may feel that you are

losing your desire to learn Spanish online

around the same time that you have reached a plateau.

If you feel that you are losing your desire

to learn to speak Spanish online,

try planning a trip to a Spanish speaking country.

Since you will want to get the most out of

your trip, this should motivate you to study.

Here's another tip to help you stay motivated and

to make you want to learn to speak Spanish online.

Find a native speaker that you are romantically interested

in. Since you will probably want to impress him or

her with your Spanish, this should motivate you

to keep studying and make you want to learn Spanish

online. You will also notice that you

are making progress quicker by practicing your

Spanish with a native speaker and that should also

motivate you to keep studying and practicing Spanish.

Of course, this tip only applies to single people

or other people without a significant other.

Key Numero Dos to Learn to speak Spanish Online:

"Don't Be Afraid of Making Mistakes"

Make lots of mistakes. And then after you have made

lots of mistakes go make some more mistakes. And then

go make some more mistakes.

Many people are afraid of making mistakes

when learning Spanish online. If you really

want to learn to speak Spanish online, then you

have to accept the fact that making

mistakes is part of the learning process.

The more mistakes you make, the quicker

you learn to speak Spanish online.

If you are not making mistakes, that's probably

an indication that you are not making

the effort to learn Spanish online.

Some people will try to learn to speak Spanish

online by ONLY listening. Their reasoning is

that once they learn enough Spanish that's

when they will begin trying to speak Spanish online.

But I can I assure you that it doesn't work that way.

It works in reverse.

That is, once you start trying to speak Spanish

and making mistakes that's when you will begin to

learn to speak Spanish online. Not the other way around.

So go ahead and make mistakes. The mistakes

aren't there to embarrass you. The mistakes

are there to help you master Spanish.

Key Numero Tres to Learn Spanish Online:

"Focus on how to speak Spanish"

Don't focus on "why Spanish is Spoken

the way it is"

Many people have sent me emails with questions

such as why is it "me gusta" (I like) instead

of "me gusto" or why is it "me toma" instead

of "me tomo"

Of course, I could easily answer these questions.

(And I do) But the objective is not to try equate everything

in Spanish with English or your native language.

Accept the fact that Spanish grammar is different

from English grammar. And focus on the objective

of any language -- which is to communicate effectively.

And in order to communicate effectively, you only

need to understand and be understood. It is not

necessary that you understand each and every

grammatical facet.

Trying to do so will only hinder your learning and make

it difficult to learn Spanish online.

Imagine trying to teach a 4 yr old the definition

of a direct pronoun vs. an indirect pronoun.

We would never attempt such a thing. But the

4yr old child is still fluent in his or her

native language.

So make your goal to understand and be understood.

Focus on "how to speak Spanish"

Don't focus on "why Spanish is Spoken

the way it is."

Key Numero Cuatro to Learn to Speak Spanish Online:

"Master the Fundamentals"

Many people spend their time learning

a bunch of Spanish vocabulary that they could

go a life time and never use. That's

because the words are hardly used

in normal everyday conversation.

If you want to learn to speak Spanish online without

Wasting anytime, I advise you to master

the fundamentals. When I say the

"fundamentals" I am referring to

the basic vocabulary and basic grammar.

I know adults that have studied Spanish

for a few years and they know thousands

of words in Spanish. Although they may

be proficient in Spanish, I would not

consider them fluent. On the other hand,

a three or four year old native Spanish-speaking

child can speak Spanish fluently. It is not

because the child knows thousand of words in Spanish.

The child may only know about a thousand words

or less in Spanish. But the child has mastered the fundamentals.

Mastery of the fundamentals is what separates

the proficient from the fluent.

If you really want to learn to speak Spanish online

make it a priority to master the fundamentals.

Key Numero Cinco to Learn Spanish Online:

"Take Advantage of downtime"

Finding time to study can be a challenge.

Many people just don't have the time

to sit down and study. But who said that

you have to be sitting down? If you are

waiting in line at the bank or waiting at the

doctor's office, turn on your mp3 player

or ipod and listen to an audio Spanish lesson.

If you drive to work everyday, that's

an excellent opportunity to practice your favorite

audio Spanish course. If you like to jog or

exercise on a stairmaster or treadmill,

bring your mp3 player or ipod with you

and listen to your favorite audio Spanish course

Instead of watching the 10' clock News. Watch

"Las Noticias" Instead of watching a movie

on HBO, watch a movie on HBO Latino.

So to those that say "I just

don't have the time to learn Spanish online."

My response is that you can make excuses

or you can learn to speak Spanish online.

But you can't do both. The choice

is yours.

Key Numero Seis to Learn to speak Spanish Online:

"Become an Imitator"

Some Spanish courses do not put much emphasis

on pronunciation. I think that is a big mistake.

If you really want to be understood, you must try

to mimic native speakers.

Have you every experienced someone that

asked you for directions or some other question

and you were unable to assist the person because you didn't

speak her language. And then you suddenly

realized that the person was actually speaking

English but her accent was so thick that you

thought the person was speaking another language.

The same thing happens to Spanish ears. If

you do not develop good pronunciation, you will

not be understand.

If you say the word "dad" in Spanish and you do

not stress the appropriate syllable, a

native Spanish speaker may think that you are

talking about "french fries." To English ears

the difference may be very subtle. But to the

Latin American its the difference between

"dad" and "potatoes".

So focus on mimicking native Spanish speakers.

I hope that you enjoyed these 6 Tips to Help You

Learn Spanish Online and that they truly help

you in your journey to learn to speak Spanish online.

Patrick Jackson

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Do you have a hard Spanish learning time? Simple techniques to make easier and more pleasant learning

Learn Spanish may seem a daunting task, but the reality is, learn to Spanish or any other language to matter, is the easiest way of what you think. Only lack is time, creativity and a desire to learn and of course a software or a book to go with him. There are many books, CDs, software, and audio that you can use to learn the Spanish tapes. But, really master the Spanish language, or any other language to do so, it is necessary to constantly use what you learn. Here are some simple techniques that will make learning Spanish task easy and fun.

For me, learn the ups and downs of the Spanish wasn't very difficult, because Spain wasn't my second language! Coincidentally spook several other languages to learn Spanish. My native language is Farsi (Persian), and I also speak Urdu Arabic and, of course, also in English.So, when I started to learn Spanish, I already had some things were calculated to learn a new idioma.estas are some simple things that can be done, to help yourself Spanish more easily and quickly learn and enjoy learning as well.

There are many things you can do to ensure that the learning process drown. One of the best ways to learn a new language is by practicing what you learn with others who speak the same language, and listen to them. There are many shops around United States who sell Spanish food. Most of them have Hispanic workers who speak little English. Find one of these stores and begin to buy there. Practice your Spanish with store employees. Rather than ask you need English, ask in Spanish. Do the same, to pay for your items and leave the store. You can use this strategy when you go out and eat in Mexican restaurants. Instead of ordering in English, use Spanish.Be creative, there are many ways that you can practise your Spanish. no forget, restaurant in America, most with Spanish menu as well. Why not ask a Spanish menu and order your meal with.?

Another way to great that I found extremely useful for learning a language, in our case Spanish, volunteering in communities hispanas.No only is helping others, and feel better about you, is also practicing his Spanish so. For example, you may volunteer to teach English to Spanish speakers who want to learn English.While they are teaching English, help you to sharpen their knowledge of Spanish.

Doing these simple things, does that learn Spanish a pleasant task, we hope to do it again.As I said, you need to be creative and take advantage of opportunities around you.Books, CDs and Spanish education programmes are excellent to learn Spanish, but without practising it and put what you learn in action, you will not get too lejos.utilizando simple forms of the above-mentioned fun above and other methods, you can learn fast and easy Spanish.

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Learn Spanish Fast - our five main to learn to speak Spanish any time tips

Anyone who ever tried to learn a language will appreciate that it can be a difficult challenge to assume. Many people start with the best intentions, thinking must be able to learn quickly Spanish, however, a year below the line are still unable to string together two words in their language chosen again. What is even more frustrating is when you come across someone on your travels which claims to have collected that same language within a few weeks or months.

Then, how do you? well, well, while there is no magic wand that can learn to speak Spanish overnight, there are some useful tips that should help you learn fast Spanish.

# 1 Moving to Spain is the quickest way to learn Spanish

Well, so this may not be the most practical tip, but is immersed in the language is definitely one of the quickest ways to learn how to talk to Spanish. a few years ago I got a job in a bar in Spain, does not speak a Word toolbar language "Hello!"Trust me - really helped me learn fast Spanish afterwards! So even if you are only taking a vacation Spain or South America, this definitely help you learn fast Spanish.  

# 2 Join a class or a group to its Spanish conversation practice

Conversation skills are the place where many actually fall. If you are not able to overcome a Spanish-speaking country, join a class Spanish or group, since this will give you a great opportunity to practise the Spanish conversation. If you cannot afford the luxury of going to classes could always look in the local newspaper for a club Spanish conversation.

# 3 Invest in a good Spanish software package

Even if you enroll in classes of Spanish this will probably only give you a practical opportunity Spanish once per week.If you are serious about wanting to learn quick Spanish also benefit from having a chance to practice more often.The best way to do this is to invest in a good computer program Spanish.I would personally recommend Spanish Rocket as it has done it a great mixture of all the different elements you need to succeed, including the conversation, listening, the gramática.También brings loads of different activities to make Spanish learning more fun, including games and vocabulario.Y this very well brings me to my next point...

# 4 Spanish practice journal

To learn how to rapidly Spanish need to practice every day.There is no excusas.Incluso if it is only a quick run through one of its set of vocabulary or a verb hole fast, you will learn how to speak much faster if you put in the time of each time día.Una, leads me very well to my next point Spanish...

# 5 - Cards Make for information Spanish verbs

If you're already trying to learn Spanish probably will share my point of view that verbs can be a bit of a pesadilla.Los verbs are certainly one of things difficult to negotiate for anyone to learn easier ways principiantes.Uno Spanish personally I've found for learning Spanish fast verbs is to use made vocabulario.De, this can work very well for Spanish vocabulary in general and is also an excellent way to learn quick Spanish because they are easy to slot in your daily schedule.

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Many people are learning to conversational English in these days. It is a second popular language for speakers of English in North America. Reasons include the prevalence of Spanish-speakers in our Western (including the 41 million Hispanics in the United States) hemisphere and the ease with which you can learn Spanish.

You can learn fast Spanish online.Better, faster and cheaper to learn Spanish today is a good interactive audio you download ' learn Spanish program ' books and digital recordings of mp3.puede download full year on the hard drive in minutes, depending on your connection speed.

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You can repeat sections your Spanish learn program as often as you like or you need to. And you will listen to the native Spanish speakers excellent, speaking slowly so you can listen to each sound and say things exactly as do them!Not only learn fast Spanish online, you learn to speak Spanish without an accent!

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If you haven't completed your goal to learn than fast Spanish online, you could even refresh on the Spanish at the level of the city of Mexico or Acapulco! O do intensive review in his hotel room in Panama before exit to the street and has to explain that the taxi driver exactly where you want to go!

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Authentic courses usually cost $ 100 to 150 and it will give you a vocabulary of words 4-8,000, enough so that you can talk in Spanish about almost anything.The second level, learning quick learning fast online Spanish will give a sufficient for most basic talks 2 to 5,000 words, vocabulary.

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Found that to learn the Spanish the old way was... well... slow... slow... slow and tedious.Did we mention that you took a long-smile time? reason was that the old process to learn the Spanish really relies on the tedious repetition and time-consuming or rotate. To do so, more and more and more. The same process was used to learn for example multiplication tables.

If you're thinking you'd like to learn Spanish by means of a book or writing course, probably you are subjecting you to such age antique learning process. You can expect much repetition. You probably regret even starting to learn Spanish and your chances of finishing his course of Spanish learn are scarce.

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The new way of learning to Spanish is based on the fact that you can learn to Spanish by SPEAKING SPANISH. Means it that when you participate in interactive, conversational Spanish, learn how to quickly and easily.This modern type of learning is not available with old aging books and courses in writing. Available with tools of modern teaching and methods involving computers, some CDs and some DVD.Debe sure Spanish learning program offers the possibility to be interactive.Another advantage to learn Spanish much faster and more easily, is the learning process becomes much more divertido.Además, most learning Spanish programmes now incorporate fun activities, games, etc. You are really eager to its Spanish learn program. You'll want to Spanish learning instead of regretting that you initiated a program of learning that you would like to quit Spanish. You might want to visit our site for more valuable information (see author BIO link).

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Many people in the United States and around the world are trying to learn quick Spanish due to the overabundance of the Spanish language in the world. Today, many employers have to speak both English and Spanish if you live in the United States.

Why is learning to speak Spanish so important?

1 Is one of the easiest to learn, especially if you know English languages

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3 Spanish will allow you to talk about the second most spoken language in the United States, closely behind in English.

4 Both know Spanish as in English will be land a job paying much employer mayor.Los love of bilingual speakers.

As you can see, it is very important to learn this language fast. In only 3 months or less, you can be fluent in reading, writing and understanding of the Spanish. There is no need to go to school to learn to speak Spanish because there are hundreds of programs on the market that can teach you to Spanish in only 3 months or less.

Are you ready to learn?

Learned Spanish rapidly because it was attempting to my dream of the tierra.Con work order to work in the company wanted to work for required that speak both English and Spanish. I didn't know any words in Spanish at all except for "Hello".In just 2 months I was speaking, writing and understanding better than most Spanish-speaking natives Spanish!People were impressed because it spoke Spanish not using jargon.I spoke to grammatically correct Spanish right and I was able to read and write extremely fast.The best way to learn in my opinion is that buy Spanish online program and learn at your own pace.There are so many fun and exciting activities Covenant, in each course of Spanish you buy.It is really learn Spanish pleasant and fun!

Whatever you do, please do not resign! Spanish can be a challenge, but with the right tools can become an expert speaking in no time at all.Many people cannot learn Spanish, because they do not give enough time to learn everything related first idioma.Lo is to learn the culture, and then learn to speak to Spanish. many people thinks that they can jump right Spanish without knowing the principles básicos.muchas people tried to learn Word instead of first learn the alphabet and vocals and their pronunciation. Spanish can be fun to learn and if you spend enough time to can achieve them its goal in just 3 months or less! when I say learn Spanish, I refer to read, write and understand the máximo.Que should take you 3 months or less if you work hard on it! wish you the best of luck in learning Spanish.

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Learn Spanish quickly - 3 tips that can enhance their learning

He is often observed that the fastest way to learn a language is by what speaks. And faster to forget a language is to talk about it not! So if you want to quickly learn Spanish that will remain in your account, will have some suggestions that will help you in your quest to learn the Spanish language.

Here this article describes three methods that will have learning you to Spanish rápidamente.Si follow these tips, then you will be well on your way to learning the Spanish language.

1) Firstly, immerse yourself in the language. Try to find yourself in situations where it is spoken in Spanish and the only way to communicate is the Spanish language if you speak to that person again. Course, the best is to visit a Hispanic country talking; Spain or Latin America. Yourself then integrate into the community in such way that it had no choice but to listen and speak in Spanish. I know this is throwing at you at the deep end, but I can assure you that this is a very successful way to learn a language.This type of situation is useful for those people with basic knowledge of inglés.Pero for those of you that I do not know a word of Spanish, you might surprise you that you can understand some phrases. I believe that in this way, every baby cannot speak in the beginning, but with repetition, babies are able to learn their mother tongue, as you will learn to Spanish!

If not traveling in a Spanish speaking country, need not be decepcionado.Todavía can find small Spanish city communities living in the Spanish allow practical. You can find clubs that are Spanish, e.g. Spanish youth club or a club Spanish dance. Everything you need to do is attend these clubs and make a note to speak at Spanish both as possible to practice their vocabulary and pronunciation.

(2) Another way to quickly learn Spanish is to listen to broadcasts of radio and television. is likely in your city who are living, there will be a channel of TV or radio dedicated to programs in other languages channel. Everything you need to do is find a copy of the broadcast schedule and find those programs that are in Spanish. These programs then should listen when they broadcast. Only by listening to these programs, you will improve your Spanish and this is a good way to learn Spanish quickly.

(3) Tip to help you learn English quickly, is find the resources that are found in the library local.Por example, will have textbooks Spanish you can borrow learning.You can also see if you have a Spanish film DVD which are for the alquiler.Reloj these DVDs and can work out what you are saying by reading subtitles in English.For those of you who are advanced, simply turn off the subtitles.If you cannot find the Spanish DVD library, you can hire DVD movie on your DVD and video store Spanish.

It is only three different ways that help you learn to Spanish rápidamente.Son easy to implement and best of all, most of them are free forms that can enhance your learning experience Spanish.

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Learn Spanish - part 3 to discover whether Or Not You Really Want to learn to Spanish proof!

Everyone who says he would like to learn to Spanish can definitively, but very few do. One big reason for this is simply a matter of motivation or desire. Here is a three part test to determine whether you have the motivation and desire to really commit to learn Spanish.

1. Listen

Worldwide look, say needs to hear others speak Spanish to understand accent or dialect. Although this is true, highlights an important question that many people do not think. If you are listening to Spanish and I do not understand what is being said, what you do? Tune?Ignore it? listen to it and try to find out what they are saying? Hear how to talk and try to imitate him?

If you tune out or ignore, then, you may not be willing to learn Spanish.While they learn Spanish you hear people talking all the time without knowing what they are diciendo.Por therefore if you cannot look past their lack of understanding, then will become you his worst enemigo.Escuchar is one of the greatest assets to someone trying to learn to speak at Spanish. If you're not willing to do so, then you will inevitably fail.

2. Use of the word

When you know some words or phrases in Spanish what to do with them? Many people have an inherent fear of being embarrassed. You will need to overcome this fear and not be afraid of making mistakes. If you can not overcome this fear, below, you will find it is very difficult to learn to speak English fluently and without an accent.

If you're not willing to make mistakes from time to time, then, its ability to aprender.Para will stagnate learn Spanish, you need to loosen and be prepared to make a mistake when talking. If do you not one of two things will happen. It will well stop trying to talk to Spanish or will reach a maximum limit of what can be learned. Either way, you will be be hurt yourself in the process.If you cannot manage to make mistakes, then, you might want to reconsider learning Spanish.

3. The law

It's a simple test. what little time and money learning Spanish?Money is learning Spanish worth to you-$ 25, $50, $100, $500?Although you can learn to quite inexpensive Spanish which will still cost money.That you need to decide how much money learning Spanish is worthwhile for you and see if there is a program available in your price range.

How long are you prepared to commit each week to learn Spanish - 30 minutes, 1 hour, 3 hours, 5 hours, 10 hours?You can not expect to learn the Spanish if you study only 30 minutes to the semana.Debe decide if learn Spanish equals the amount of time required for aprenderlo.Si you're not willing to put time and effort, then perhaps don't want learn enough Spanish to make it worth.

It is three simple tests to help you decide if you are really ready to learn the Spanish. If you're not ready, don't feel mal.estas tests are here just to be able to decide if learn Spanish is important for you ahora.Quién knows, are perhaps in six months that you are ready to learn Spanish. If you decided you ready to learn to Spanish and then I wish you good luck and happy learning.

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