Tips and advice shared by tutors for learning Spanish

As the second most spoken language in the world, it makes sense that Spanish is often a popular choice for those learning a new language. With all of the online resources now available such as applications, video tutorials, online Spanish tutors and interactive online courses, it's become easier than ever to learn a new language. However, there´s no doubt that one of the best ways to master a language is to truly immerse yourself in it by s...

Tips for speaking Spanish like a pro As one of the most widely used languages on the planet, the second most widely used to be precise, Castilian Spanish is very popular and now has over 580 million speakers worldwide. But what is it about this language that interests us so much? And how can you master it? This article will tell you everything you need to know about how you can learn Spanish. Why speak Spanish? One of the main reasons lear...

Modern language learning techniques used in private language lessons and in schools have created a divide between conversation classes and grammar classes. Assuming that traditional grammar classes lack the tools to teach conversation, language methods these days have often catapulted to the opposite extreme: conversational skills without conscious teaching of grammar.  Can you learn a language exclusively through regular conversation...

The requirements to become a Spanish tutor are not very clear and there are tutors who decide to embark on this adventure and do not know where to start. It is normal to be a bit lost and wonder how to become a Spanish tutor.  Being a Spanish tutor abroad is always a good idea, although it is often scary, it is recommended that you start with a simpler challenge and find a summer teaching job abroad or in your own country. Spanish tuto...

Hola! Are you an English speaker who is interested in learning Spanish? ¡Fantástico! Spanish is a beautiful and widely spoken language with a rich history and vibrant culture. However, one aspect of learning Spanish that can pose a challenge for native English speakers is pronunciation. While Spanish and English share some similarities in vocabulary and grammar, the pronunciation can be quite different. In this article, we will explore some key ...

Spanish is one of the most studied languages in the world, but learning it often varies depending on where you come from. For an English speaker, distinguishing between masculine and feminine, for example, will be very difficult. On the other hand, for students who speak languages derived from Latin, they will have no trouble making the switch.  Spanish tutor, Cristian Pedraza, has plenty of experience when it comes to understanding struggl...

Teaching Spanish always provokes a certain respect for the tutor. The first class, above all, is the one that will determine how the course will go. As one of the top spoken languages in the world, more and more students want to learn Spanish and more and more of them choose to take private tuition.    Someone who knows something about teaching Spanish is Spanish tutor, Cristian Pedraza. Watch our interview with him to find o...

Hello. As a private tutor for Spanish classes, I often see students struggling with the use of the prepositions "de" and "desde". Let´s take a look at some examples of these. 1) "Saludos desde Michigan" or "Saludos de Michigan"? Which is the correct answer? It's like in English. "Saludos desde Michigan" = Greetings from Michigan. The word "desde" means "from" when it's about location. "Desde" can mean "from" or "since" when it's about time. Exam...

Spanish is one of the most widely spoken languages in the world, with 600 million people speaking it and more than 20 countries having it as an official language. With so many native speakers, it is only natural that so many people choose to take Spanish lessons. If you're based in London, Spanish tutor, Cristian Pedraza, may be able to help you. In our interview with him, Cristian tells us all about his Spanish Conversation Club. Watch below to...