We review the main grammar and spelling rules of our language.
Colors have the power to transmit emotions and sensations, and the Spanish language is enriched with idiomatic expressions that use colors to describe situations, feelings or actions in a vivid way. In this blog, we will explore some of these expressions, discovering their meaning and cultural context. To put on [...]
Spanish, a language enriched by its linguistic and dialectal diversity, owes its complexity to its history, geographical location and origins. As we explore this language, we will come across various features that can sometimes be overwhelming, such as plurals, reflexive verbs and, especially, gender in the language.
Frequency expressions allow actions to be placed in a specific time frame, providing detailed context about when events occurred. In this way, it is specified when or with what regularity an action has occurred. Let us remember that we use this form of the past to talk about experiences [...]
Tips to improve your written expression in Spanish We know that learning a new language can be challenging, but the ability to communicate in writing is essential. Below, we'll explore practical tips, helpful exercises, and valuable resources to help you perfect your written expression in Spanish. Tips for [...]
"Languages disperse freely, they mix and confuse, shot towards the ineluctable destiny of a global language" - Gabriel García Márquez At school Nueva Lengua, with offices in Medellín, Cartagena, Ibagué and Bogotá, all of them in Colombia, we cultivate a deep interest in highlighting the [...]
Homophones in Spanish make up a fascinating linguistic phenomenon. Despite sharing a similar pronunciation, they have different meanings. This intriguing game of sounds, where words sound the same but have different meanings, not only challenges those who learn the language, but also tests their abilities.
Pronunciation is a fundamental aspect in learning any language, and Spanish is no exception. If you are looking to improve your Spanish pronunciation, you are in the right place. In this blog, I will provide you with 6 tips that will help you refine your pronunciation and dream more [...]
One of the first things that is discovered when beginning to learn Spanish is that there are two ways of referring to someone in the second person: tú and usted. As you know, tú is the most common form in the Hispanic world and is used colloquially in all kinds of [...]
Colombia is a privileged country in different ways. It is bordered by two oceans, the Atlantic and the Pacific, you can find different climates from eternal summers to eternal springs. It is also a country rich in biodiversity as well as being multi-ethnic. Added to these natural privileges is being considered the [...]
Spanish is the second most spoken language in the world, after Mandarin Chinese. With 20 countries that use it as an official language, and some 5 more countries as a second language, it is the fastest growing language by number of inhabitants. In the world there are around 480 [...]
"I don't understand! I thought it was something else. Are you sure chamaco means boy or boy? They told me in Colombia that a child is a boy!” Well, everyone is right: chamaco is said in Mexico, and chico in Colombia, but in both countries they refer to a child. The Spanish [...]
Present Subjunctive with teacher Liliana Reflexive and reciprocal verbs with teacher Diana Present Progressive with teacher Sandra Subjunctive with teacher Lucía Subjunctive: past contrasts with teacher Lucía [...]
