Phrases, terms, words, expressions and vocabulary of Colombian Spanish.
After a few days in Colombia, I understood that I was not going to make myself understood if I didn't speak like them, because as Venezuelans, despite being so similar, we have totally different lexicons, so over time and after having made a fool of myself and having said a thousand things [ ...]
Colombia is a tropical country where many varieties of fruit are produced, some as exotic as granadilla, soursop and lulo. The fact that there are so many exotic fruits makes Colombia a very attractive destination for international tourists, who travel to the country to, in addition [...]
At the moment of making the decision to venture to visit another country, we are filled with curiosity and great expectations for wanting to explore and discover everything that our new destination can offer us. In recent years, Colombia has become a highly visited country [...]
Learning and knowing a language goes beyond understanding the grammar and formal systems of the language, its rules and exceptions. It is necessary to understand the way in which native speakers express themselves, their way of speaking according to their customs and the expressions that [...]
The central market of Colombia, also known as the "market square", is not just a market where fruits and vegetables are sold, but much more. Visiting a market is taking a trip through Colombian flavors and culture. An unforgettable experience! They are one of the places [...]
If you plan to come learn Spanish in Medellín, you should first learn some of the history, culture and traditions of the Paisas. But first, you are probably wondering what or who the paisas are, right? The word paisa comes from paisano, which means peasant, and here in [...]
The Carnival of Barranquilla is considered one of the most important cultural festivals in Colombia. It takes place in the city of Barranquilla during the four days prior to the start of the Catholic period of Lent. This carnival hosts a wide variety of choreographed, musical, lyrical and theatrical shows, where [...]
Mom is the most important person in the world. She not only gave birth to us, she is a helper, a friend, a doctor, a consultant, a helper and… a pain! She can be so charming until we follow her rules... As soon as we pass the time!
Colombians love animals, especially pets, and treat them like a real member of the family, they invented many expressions using animals. Here are 10 of the most used by Colombians: Their tears were not sincere, they were crocodile tears The meaning in [...]
