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Spanish Alphabet
Learn the Spanish alphabet, including how the letters are pronounced and how words are placed in alphabetical order.
Greetings - Spanish for Beginners - Spanish Language
Learn how to greet someone and introduce yourself in Spanish.
Two Ways To Say 'I Love You'
Look at many textbooks, and you may be told that 'Te amo' is the way to say 'I love you' in Spanish. But in real life, you're more likely to hear 'Te quiero.' So which is correct?
El Ahorcado - Play Hangman and Learn Spanish - Easy Vocabulary
Here is a collection of hangman games you can play to have fun and to increase your Spanish vocabulary.
Spanish for Beginners
Are you thinking about learning Spanish? This lesson provides in introduction to one of the world's great languages.
Say 'I Love You' in Spanish
a simple how to on espressing love in spanish, from your about.com guide
Spanish Surnames
Did you know that people in Spanish-speaking countries have surnames that come from both the father and the mother?
Pronouncing Consonants - Learn Spanish Language
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Introduction to Gender
In Spanish, nouns can be classified into two categories, masculine and feminine. This lesson explains the concept of grammatical gender and gives examples of what difference it makes.
Ser or Estar
Spanish has two verbs that are the equivalent of the English verb 'to be.' Learn how to know when to use 'ser' and when to use 'estar.'
Word: Barato
Learn a new Spanish word each day.
'Porque' and Related Words
Learn about the use of 'porque,' 'por qué,' 'por que' and 'porqué' in Spanish.
Spanish Proverbs with Translations - Spanish Language
Spanish is rich in sayings and proverbs. Here is a collection of some popular ones as well as some lesser known but colorful ones. Translations are included.
Word: Bienestar
Learn a new Spanish word each day.
Word: Extenso
Learn a new Spanish word each day.
Names for Girls
This is a list of dozens of Spanish names that can be given for baby girls, along with their English equivalents and original meanings.
Names of Body Parts
Learn the Spanish words for the parts of the body.
Love Words
Spanish has many words that translate the English word 'love.' Here are some of them.
Pronouncing Spanish Vowels - Learn Spanish Language
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Verb Conjugation in Spanish: An Introduction
Learn the basics of verb conjugation in Spanish.
Names for Relatives
Learn how to refer to the members of your family in Spanish.
Asking Questions
Learn how to ask questions in Spanish
Why Learn Spanish
Do you need a reason for studying Spanish? Here are several
Por and Para
The Spanish prepositions 'por' and 'para' are a source of much confusion for English speakers learning Spanish, since they both can be translated as 'for.'
Pronouncing Difficult Consonants - Learn Spanish Language
How to pronounce some of the more difficult Spanish consonants
Correspondence in Spanish
An overview of the greetings and salutations used in personal and business letters in Spanish.
Giving Thanks
Learn several ways of saying thanks or expressing appreciation in Spanish.
Increasing Vocabulary
This collection of lessons and other resources is designed to help Spanish students increase the number of words in their vocabulary.
Present Tense
Learn more about the present tense in this lesson for people beginning to learn Spanish.
Verb Tenses
In the basic sense, the verb tenses are past, present and future. But when learning a foreign language, including Spanish, it's seldom that simple.
Counting in Spanish
Learn how to count and how to form large numbers in Spanish.
Obvious ... But Wrong
False friends are words in two languages that are similar in appearance and/or pronunciation but have different meanings. Here is a list of some of the most common Spanish-English false friends.
Conjugation - Present Indicative Regular Verbs - Spanish Language
The conjugation for present-tense indicative verbs isn't the easiest conjugation set to learn, but it's the one you'll be using the most often.
Beginning Spanish: Colors
This Spanish lesson lists the Spanish words for basic colors and, for intermediate students, describes the ways in which numerous nouns can be used as names for colors.
El Ahorcado - Play Hangman and Learn Spanish - General Vocabulary
Here is a collection of hangman games you can play to have fun and to increase your Spanish vocabulary.
Telling Time
Learn how to tell time in Spanish.
Conjugation - Preterite Regular Verbs - Spanish Language
The conjugation for preterite verbs in Spanish is essential to learn, as it is used to talk about events that happened in the past.
El Ahorcado - Play Hangman and Learn Spanish - Difficult Vocabulary
Here is a collection of hangman games you can play to have fun and to increase your Spanish vocabulary.
Mistakes To Avoid
Following these tips will help you get beyond the beginning level of Spanish and also prevent you from sounding less intelligent than you are.
Two Past Tenses - Spanish Language
What's past is past, but in Spanish what's past may be either imperfect or preterite. Here's where to learn about the two simple past tenses of Spansh.
Top Picks - Top Spanish-Language Hits That Have Played on U.S. English-Language Radio
Foreign-language songs haven't been played much on U.S. English-language radio, but there are a few Spanish-language hits that have broken through to make the playlists.
Conjugation of ir - Spanish Language
Want to know how to conjugate ir? Here's how, from your About.com Guide
Conjugation of decir - Spanish Language
Want to know how to conjugate decir? Here's how, from your About.com Guide
Asking for Directions - Learn Spanish Language
Learn how to ask directions in Spanish.
Introduce Yourself in Spanish
a simple how-to on introducing yourself in Spanish
Spanish Abbreviations
List of the common Spanish abbreviations.
ordinal Numbers
Ordinal numbers are those such as 'first,' 'second' and 'third' in English, or 'primero,' 'segundo' and 'tercero' in Spanish.
Conjugation: Tener
Conjugation of the regular Spanish verb 'hablar,' a model for other regular verb conjgations
Conjugation of ver - Spanish Language
Want to know how to conjugate ver? Here's how, from your About.com Guide
Varieties of Spanish
What are the differences between Latin American Spanish and the Spanish of Spain?
Translating 'As'
Because the English word 'as' has many meanings, it can be translated to Spanish in many ways. This lesson explains the most common.
Objective Pronouns
This lesson explains how to use direct-object and indirect-object pronouns in Spanish.
Other 'Tener' Idioms
The Spanish verb 'tener' is used in numerous idioms. Here is a list of some of the most important ones.
Software for Learning Spanish - Top Picks
Looking for software to help you learn Spanish? Here is a list of some of the best and/or most popular.
Internet Spanish Programming
If you're learning Spanish (or if you already know the language), you can benefit from listening to it spoken by native speakers. You can even get used to listening to the language by listening to music. Here's a list of Internet Spanish-language audio sites recommended by users of the About Spanish Language site.
Conjugation of haber - Spanish Language
Want to know how to conjugate haber? Here's how, from your About.com Guide
You
This lesson explains the different words that Spanish uses for 'you.' It includes an explanation of formal and informal usage.
Typing Accents
If you're writing in Spanish, here are instructions for typing accents and Spanish punctuation using the Windows XP or Windows Vista. This page describes how to install the international keyboard software that is part of Windows.
Spanish Loan Words
English has dozens of words that it adopted from Spanish. Here is a list of many of them.
Names for Boys
This is a list of dozens of Spanish names that can be given for baby boys, along with their English equivalents and original meanings.
Pronouncing 'R'
The Spanish 'r' can be a challenge for some people when learning pronunciation.
Spanish Prepositions - Spanish for Beginners
Prepositions function much the same way in English as they do in Spanish. However, it is not always easy to know which preposition to use.
Using 'Ser' - Spanish Language
Learn how the Spanish verb 'ser,' usually translated as 'to be,' is used.
Conjugation of hacer - Spanish Language
Want to know how to conjugate hacer? Here's how, from your About.com Guide
Capitalization
English often capitalizes wordes in instances where Spanish does not. Learn how the two languages differ in that regard.
Noun-Adjective Agreement
In Spanish, adjectives must match the nouns they describe in both number and gender.
Using 'Tener'
How to use the Spanish verb 'tener,' which usually means 'to have.'
Spanish at the Zoo
Learn the Spanish names for many of the animals you'll see at a zoo, or share this vocabulary list with your students.
Conjugation of querer - Spanish Language
Want to know how to conjugate querer? Here's how, from your About.com Guide
Accent on Accents
Explanation of when written accents are used in Spanish.
Conjugation - Imperfect Indicative Regular Verbs - Spanish Language
The conjugation for imperfect indicatives verbs in Spanish is essential to learn, as it is used to talk about conditions in the past.
Changing 'Y' and 'O'
Two of the most common conjunctions in Spanish, 'y' (meaning 'and') and 'o' (meaning 'or'), can change spelling and pronunciation based on the word that follows.
Weather Terms
Expand your Spanish vocabulary with this list of weather terms.
Stress and Accent Marks
Learn which syllable of Spanish word receives the stress and how that can be modified through the use of diacritical marks known as accents.
Spanish Proverbs - Spanish Language
Spanish is rich in sayings and proverbs. Here is a collection of some popular ones as well as some lesser known but colorful ones.
Using 'Estar'
Learn how the Spanish verb 'estar,' usually translated as 'to be,' is used.
Saying 'What'
The English word 'what' can be translated numerous ways into Spanish.
Conjugation of saber - Spanish Language
Want to know how to conjugate saber? Here's how, from your About.com Guide
Definite Articles
Definite articles are often used in Spanish where they're omitted in English. The definite article in English is 'the,' but Spanish has four definite articles.
Introduction to Future Tense
Learn the usages and conjugation of the future tense in Spanish.
Punctuate It! - Spanish Language
Spanish is punctuated much like English is, but there are differences you need to know
Immersion Study FAQ
Are you thinking about going to a foreign country to study Spanish? Here are some details you may want to consider as you plan your studies.
Vocabulary: Claro
'Claro' is a word often used in Spanish to express affirmation or add emphasis.
Facts, Figures and Statistics About Spanish
Facts and figures about how many people speak Spanish and where
Usage of buscar - Spanish Language
Want to know how to use the Spanish verb buscar? Here's how
Using 'Hacer'
Uses of the Spanish verb 'hacer,' which can mean 'to make' or 'to do' but is often translated in many other ways.
In the Mood: The Subjunctive, Part 1 - Spanish Language
Follow these simple principles, and you can know when to use the subjunctive mood in Spanish, from your About.com Guide
Day of the Dead
A look at the Day of the Dead or Día de los muertos in Mexico.
Introduction to Pronouns - Spanish Language
Learn how pronouns function in the Spanish language
Conjugation of dar - Spanish Language
Want to know how to conjugate dar? Here's how, from your About.com Guide
Using 'Poder'
The Spanish verb 'poder' is usually translated as 'can' or 'to be able,' but it also has other uses.
house
Spanish words for rooms around the house as well as for appliances an furniture.
Conjugation of salir - Spanish Language
Want to know how to conjugate salir? Here's how, from your About.com Guide
Using 'Llevar'
The Spanish verb 'llevar' can be translated to English in a wide variety of ways.
Indirect-Object Pronouns - Learn Spanish Language
Learn how direct-object pronouns are used in Spanish.
Conjugation of estar - Spanish Language
Want to know how to conjugate estar? Here's how, from your About.com Guide
All the News, All the Time,...
Keep up on your daily news and improve your ability to read Spanish at the same time.
Conjugation of empezar - Spanish Language
Want to know how to conjugate empezar? Here's how, from your About.com Guide
Conjugation of conocer - Spanish Language
Want to know how to conjugate conocer? Here's how, from your About.com Guide
Reflexive Verbs - Learn Spanish Language
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Arabic Words in Spanish
Thousands of Spanish words come from the Arabic language. Here is a list of the most common.
Learning Styles
What's your learning style? If you're studying a foreign language, you can learn better if you tailor your learning methods to what works best for you.
Asking 'Which' or 'What'
Learn the difference between 'qué' and 'cuál' in Spanish.
'Cool' Spanish
Learn about the different ways Spanish speakers say something is 'cool.'
Caperucita Roja
Spanish-language version of 'Little Red Riding Hood' with vocabulary guide.
Online Translation - Spanish Language
Two years ago we reviewed the one major online translating service available, and it was seriously lacking. Now, more than two years later, there at least half a dozen Web sites that provide online translation. But they still do a poor job.
Direct-Object Pronouns - Learn Spanish Language
Learn how direct-object pronouns are used in Spanish.
Intoduction to the Subjunctive
If you study Spanish, sooner or later you'll need to use the subjunctive mood. Although the subjunctive mood is often optional in English, it is an essential feature of Spanish.
Making Plurals
Here are the rules for making words plural in Spanish.
10 Spanish Grammar Mistakes
Here are 10 grammatical mistakes native English speakers learning Spanish often make.
Chevy Nova
You might have laughed when you first heard about how Chevrolet couldn't market the Nova in Latin America because 'no va' means 'it doesn't go.' But if you believed the story, the joke is on you.
From Where Did Spaniards Ge...
Some people believe that it was royal edict that gave Spaniards a 'lisp' in their pronunciation.
Spanish Basics in One Week
Quick series of seven lessons explaining the basics of Spanish
Top Spanish-Language Films
This is a list of the most popular Spanish-language movies of all time as measured by their U.S. box office.
Spanish Christmas Carols
Collection of the words to popular Christmas carols in Spanish
Count to 10 in Spanish
a simple how-to on counting to 10 in Spanish
Conjugation of venir - Spanish Language
Want to know how to conjugate venir? Here's how, from your About.com Guide
Online Spell Checkers - Learn Spanish Language
Find out where you can go online to check your spelling in Spanish.
Conjugation of seguir - Spanish Language
Want to know how to conjugate seguir? Here's how, from your About.com Guide
Word Order - Spanish Language
Word order is more flexible in Spanish than it is in English.
Languages of Spain
If you think that Spanish or Castilian is the language of Spain, you're only partially right.
Verbs Meaning 'To Take'
The common English verb 'to take' can be translated to Spanish by dozens of verbs. Here are some of the most common.
Words in Spanish Language
Does Spanish have more words than English does? Yes, but that shouldn't be seen as a sign of inferiority.
Present Participles - Spanish for Beginners
Learn more about the Spanish language
Uses for the Future Tense
The future tense in Spanish is used not only to refer to the future, but also for other purposes as well.
Spanish Word of the Day
Word of the Day -- Receive a new Spanish vocabulary word daily via email.
Past Participles
Learn how past participles are used in Spanish, and you'll greatly expand the uses to which you can put verbs.
Vegetables
Here are the names of many common vegetables in Spanish, and some uncommon ones as well.
Introduction to 'Haber'
Learn about using 'haber,' a common verb in Spanish that is used as an auxiliary and also to mean 'there is' or 'there are.'
Conditional Tense - Verbs - Spanish Language
The Spanish conditional tense is difficult to classify, but it's usually translated using the English auxiliary verb 'would.'
Word: Ocupado
Learn a new Spanish word each day.
Spanish Language - QuickTips
An index of QuickTips for the Spanish Language guide site.
Diego
The Spanish equivalent of James is usually given as Diego, yet the two names don't seem at all alike. Here's why.
Verbs for 'To Know'
Spanish has two verbs that are commonly translated as 'to know.' Since they're not interchangeable, here is an explanation of the differences.
TeLL me More Premium Review
This is a review of Tell me More Premium designed for people learning Spanish.
Saying 'To Want'
Learn the different ways you can express the verb 'want' in Spanish.
Punctuation - Spanish for Beginners - Spanish Language
Learn more about the Spanish language
Conjugation of poner - Spanish Language
Want to know how to conjugate poner? Here's how, from your About.com Guide
Introducing 'Se'
Learn about the various uses of the Spanish pronoun 'se.' It is used most often in reflexive sentences, although such sentences aren't always translated that way to English.
Crucigramas
Easy-to-follow directions on how to find free software for making Spanish-language crossword puzzles.
Conjugation of ser
Want to know how to conjugate the Spanish verb ser? Here's how
Haber - Auxiliary Verb - Spanish Language
Learn how to use the verb 'haber' as an auxiliary verb to form the perfect tenses in Spanish
Commands and Requests, Part 1 - Spanish Language
If you want to tell someone what to do, in Spanish you use the imperative mood. Here is an explanation of how imperative verbs are used.
De
Learn more about how to use 'de,' one of the most common prepositions in Spanish.
Breaking the Gender Rule
As a general rule, Spanish words that end in 'a' are feminine and those that end in 'o' are masculine. Here's a list of the most common exceptions.
Relative Pronouns - Learn Spanish Language
Relative pronouns are often used differently in Spanish than in English.
Compound Words
Spanish has an abundance of compound words, many of them colorful. One word for 'firecracker,' for example, means 'it looks for feet.'
Fruits
Spanish words for the common fruits as well as some uncommon ones.
Months
Here is a list of the months of the year in Spanish and an explanation of how they are used in sentences.

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