One of this summer’s greatest pleasures has been reading the books that comprise the Stieg Larsson mystery trilogy. (I’m still waiting for my friend to loan me his copy of the last book: The Girl Who Kicked the Hornet’s Nest). Besides the thought provoking characters and fast-moving plots, I like the view the books offer [...]
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If I Could Talk Spanish to the Animals
I heard it soon after I first stepped into the language school in Guatemala. It sounded like a woman was laughing hysterically. But it sounded a bit forced. Sort of how some people sound when they laugh too hard at a joke that wasn’t funny. “I hope I don’t need to spend time with her,” [...]
Seven Ways to Immerse Yourself in Spanish at Home
Most of us have jobs, homes, and other obligations that keep us from traveling and speaking a second language as much as we’d like. The idea of reading a Spanish-language primer after a day at the office leaves me feeling unmotivated and in need of a nap. Fortunately, there are entertaining ways to temporarily immerse [...]
Trying to Speak Spanish? Steer Clear of Amigos Falsos
To…endure the betrayal of false friends…This is to have succeeded–Ralph Waldo Emerson. To most English speakers, Spanish can seem like an accessible language. Many times finding the right word is as easy is adding an “o” or an “a” at the end of an English word. Take: banco (bank), música (music), and telefono (telephone). But [...]
Seven Tips for Finding a Spanish Language School
Studying Spanish in another country is often effective because it requires you to immerse yourself in the language and culture. This Washington Post article covers many of the facets this experience. Here are seven tips to ensure your learning adventure is a good one: 1. Increase your comfort level with the language by studying at [...]
