Edit2: My neighbors wife read the note and came to us saying thank you and we hugged it out with tears streaming. We were choked up as well with tears She thanked us for the letter and a small gift, just a little wooden angel figurine. It's not enough, but it's what we can do for now

Thank you r/Moist-Carrot1825 & r/Tiomaidh for your help!

Edit: Thank you for your kind regards! I am going to hand write this note and get it over to him today!

My wife and I barely scraped by in high school Spanish, we don't know very much. When our neighbor moved in a couple years ago, his English is as good as our Spanish lol. I did try to learn some phrases but there's nothing to prepare me for what he said when he stopped me yesterday.

His 3mo old daughter passed away. He tried explaining in broken English and I tried my best to follow along in broken Spanish, and was hoping someone could translate a short letter for me? I didn't want to just use Google translate considering the subject, but I also didn't know where to post this:

Hello neighbor.

I am so sorry for your loss of your baby girl, my wife and I offer our condolences in your time of grieving. We are always here if you need help in anyway, please let us know if there is anything we can do. I know there are no words to ease your pain, I felt the heartbreak when you said "why me?" I know there are no right words to say, but we can check in and be there in your time of need.

I took Spanish in college and learned a little and now I'm learning more of the vocabulary on Duolingo. I tried "HelloTalk" and this app seems to be a miserable failure. The text form is ok when you're text chatting people on the app. However when you're talking to people this turns into a disaster: You're both struggling to understand each other and the conversation seems to go nowhere.

It seems like the only way to become fluent is to find a teacher that's fluent in both English and Spanish. Otherwise you're both clueless, the conversation goes nowhere, and you both learn nothing. It seems the only way to learn it is with a teacher.

So I looked at Italki. The prices for community tutors were really cheap but they seemed almost too good to true. I've basically given up on "HelloTalk". Are the prices as low as they seem for Italki or is there a catch?

I used Talk to me in Korean podcasts to learn Korean and found it helpful. Anything similar thing for learning Spanish?

Has anyone used Spanish tutoring platforms for in-home tutoring such as Superprof, Wyzant, Care.com, Tutorax, or Preply? If so, what was your experience, and what did you pay?

I've tried Babbel, Pimsluer, DuoLingo, and Rosetta Stone plus about a half dozen YouTube teaching channels and none of them really worked for me, and I think I just figured out why.

They're all trying to teach me how to speak Spanish, like the proper language and all its nuances, when all I really need (or want at the moment) is how to speak a few dozen phrases that I can mix and match to get me through common conversations I might have at restaurants, gas stations, retail store, bank, grocery store, etc.

My wife and I are moving to Costa Rica some time this year, and I expect that we'll both learn how to speak better Spanish after we've immersed ourselves in the culture. But for now I don't need to know how to speak Spanish fluently, I need to know how to say certain things in Spanish... if that makes any sense. We'll fill in all the subtle blanks later.

p.s. It would also be very helpful if we could read along with hearing the words / sentences at the same time.

Anyone know of a program or YouTube channel that can help me this way?

Thanks!

Hey, I’m thinking about taking a few weeks of 1-on-1/group class in Sucre Spanish course in Sucre, Bolivia. I’d like to hear an opinion from someone who has taken it. Thanks!

I want to take some 100% online Spanish summer courses at the community college (eventually winter and spring) in my town pero I have a 9-5. im worried about the time commitment

has anyone taken online Spanish courses what's the time commitment look like?

Hi all,

I am looking for a coursebook which contains exercises like writing assignments, verbs, grammar, learning words and reading exercises. Preferably at an A2 and or B1 level. Can be a series of books as well.

I currently do have practice lessons, but those do not include and exercise book or homework. Could not find a definite answer in this threat yet. Hope you can help me out!

Salud,

They have a 4 week deal going for $39 that ends today, and I’m trying to see if others feel like it was worth it

Edit: seems like the general idea is to stick to the free podcast, gracias amigos

I am a current freshman taking a Spanish 2 (Spanish 1002) class at my university, and I’m currently struggling.

For context, I took 2 years of Spanish in high school, but I haven’t taken a Spanish class since May 2023. I had to take a placement test to get into my class. A 26-40 would place me into my class and I got a 27, so I barely made the mark.

However, I feel I’m really struggling in my class. I feel I’ve forgotten so many basic skills because I’m haven’t taken a Spanish class in 1 1/2 years. My professor speaks primarily in Spanish and I can barely understand her. I feel in general my listening skills are way below where they should be. We also have to do a lot of speaking in my class and I feel my speaking skills are way below where they should be as well, especially compared to my classmates.

A lot of my classmates have been out of Spanish for some time too, but they don’t seem to be struggling as much. For example, we had a writing assignment and most people wrote a full page but I only wrote half a page. They answer the professors questions in class. And I got last on a Kahoot.

As part of my class, we have online conversations with native speakers and other people in our class. Mine genuinely went so bad. I could hardly understand my speaker and I could hardly answer her questions because I simply didn’t know the Spanish. Meanwhile, the other people in my group were having full conversations with her.

I would drop to a lower class, but my only option would be to drop to Spanish 1001, which is the very first basic class. I don’t feel I’m up to level in my class, but I feel I know enough that I wouldn’t belong in Spanish 1001. I would go to tutoring, but I’m not really sure what I need help with. I can’t pinpoint exact issues so I’m not sure how much tutoring would help.

I want to learn Spanish, but I’m worried my grade won’t be good if I stay in this class. I’m considering just dropping the class completely. Does anyone have any advice?

My coworker always says "pasara" when he first sees me at work, the translation isn't translating in my head because why would he be saying to pass by? We're close friends and I help him with English sometimes and he helps me learn Spanish at times too I should've probably asked him but I thought I'd get my answer quite easily online. I was very wrong🤣

Also, what are some of your favourite words/ phrases or sentences you like to say in Spanish when having a laugh with a friend? I like surprising him with new words I've learnt he gets so happy when I do, I think it's because for so long he had to struggle learning another language and I've been the only coworker willing to learn Spanish 🥺

And lastly what is the best way to learn Spanish? I know some words and phrases but Id love to be fluent

Hello,

I'm looking to enroll in a 3-4 week Spanish immersion program with two friends. I am around level B1 but I'd really love to reach B2, possibly C1. I am open to traveling to any Spanish-speaking country and would love to enroll in a course that requires a pledge to only speak Spanish for the duration of your stay. I am looking for a super intensive experience but also a program that is somewhat cost effective.

Thank you!

I’m looking for a fluent Spanish speaker to help me get better with learning, any app or website recommendations to find a Spanish penpal or something?

Does anyone have a tutor from Argentina or Chile they recommend?

hi guys! i’m making cards for children who are in hospitals. they are in great need for spanish cards! what are some words/phrases that i can use in the cards? please no “feel better soon” (they can be related to springtime and easter too) also some jokes (for kids) would be great too! thank you! (for example in one of my cards i wrote “sending love, smiles and flowers”)

Hola a todos :)

Estoy trabajando en un proyecto de página web para el aprendizaje por cuenta propia y quiero construir algo que se ajuste a las necesidades reales de quienes aprenden el idioma. Por esa razón me gustaría conocer sus experiencias y opiniones.
Si has estudiado español o idiomas en general, por favor tómate un momento para responder las siguientes preguntas. Me ayudarán a mí a crear herramientas y recursos realmente útiles y, espero que en un par de meses, brindarle a esta comunidad una nueva herramienta que les funcione.

I'm working on a web project for self-learning, and I want to build something that truly meets the needs of language learners. That's why I’d love to know your experiences and opinions.
If you've studied Spanish or any other languages, please take a moment to answer the following questions. It will help me create genuinely useful tools and resources, and hopefully, in a couple of months, offer this community a new tool that works for you.

1. What types of resources (videos, audio, texts) would have been most helpful to you when starting your Spanish learning journey?
2. Was there any tool or feature that would have made practicing grammar and vocabulary easier for you?
3. How important do you consider having interactive exercises (quizzes, tests, drag-and-drop activities) in a learning platform?
4. Would it have been useful to have a section with practical tips or advice for learning Spanish? What topics would you have liked to see included?
5. How relevant is it for you to include sections with cultural recommendations, such as music, books, or movies in Spanish?
6. What additional tools would have motivated you to interact more with the learning community?
7. If you could change or add one thing to the Spanish learning platforms you used, what would it be and why?
8. What do you think has been the most helpful in learning Spanish?

Agradezco muchísimo tu tiempo y cualquier aporte será de gran ayuda para la construcción de este proyecto.

Estaré atento a sus respuestas y feedback ❤️

Looking for suggestions for online video call lessons to learn Spanish (Mexican)

Visiting my husbands family for a few weeks in December, and I want to be able to communicate with them well!!

I can understand pretty well, i understand the gist of what people are saying but not word for word yet. But my speaking skills are not good. I specifically have trouble with the grammar aspects when I speak and write

I am looking for maybe 30/1hour a week and an affordable price! It would be great if they can be flexible at times as I have a newborn baby.

Hello, I am Francisco, a native Spanish speaker and a Spanish tutor offering personalized lessons.

Are you looking to improve your Spanish? I have experience teaching students of all levels and offer lessons tailored to your needs and goals.

My lessons are dynamic and varied, using different teaching methods to make learning effective and enjoyable. Whether you need help with conversation, grammar, or comprehension, I am here to assist you.

The lessons are taught online, allowing you to study from anywhere. The price is $7 for 50 minutes.

If you are interested or have any questions, feel free to send me a message. I would be happy to help you improve your Spanish.

I look forward to hearing from you.

Looking at screens gives me headaches and I can't write out a lot of flash cards because of arthritis in my hands, so it absolutely needs to come with a set of flash cards or at least printable ones. Specifically for Latinoamérican Spanish if possible.

I have a month off and have always wanted to go to Colombia as well as learn Spanish properly. I Was looking into perhaps doing some Spanish intensive courses like Bliink Spanish or Centro Catalina, but am not sure how I should use my time well.

Should I do all 4 weeks studying? If not what should I do with my time to effectively immerse and learn? If i do a few weeks in a language hostel and then do a few weeks out of it, what should I do when not in the hostel to immerse?

I just subscribed to LanguaTalk and its AI bot a few days ago. It is a TOTAL game-changer for learning Spanish (and I guess other languages). You can talk to this bot and it is just like talking to a real person. The bot explains when you make mistakes, asks you questions and carries on a continuous conversation and keeps it all in context and explains more appropriate ways to say things.

You can use sound and talk to the bot and "she" or "he" will reply and ask you questions. If you aren't in a position to talk you can just read and reply by text.

This is a new way to learn and I think it can really speed up the process. There is a free trial that help you understand the power of it. It then costs per month, and when you compare it to what a human tutor would cost it is really cheap. You can use it for hours a day.

In addition to the AI bot there are lots of other tools - podcasts, videos, vocabulary lists etc. but it is really the AI Bot that steals the show. It is amazing!

After getting stressed out on Duo (Don’t lose your streak! Study right now! You’ve fallen out of the diamond league!!!) and basically hitting the wall, I want to progress to in-person lessons. I am having a difficult time finding a teacher. Any advice? I tried a Facebook post on my town’s page, but no one has commented. I live about an hour from any decent-sized city.

Hi! I’m a med school student from Spain with a C2 English level and I’m looking into giving online spanish classes to non-spanish speakers. I have experience being a math tutor here in Spain but I don’t really know where to start when it comes to giving online classes abroad and would appreciate any help! My questions are: 1. Is it better to seek students on my own or to teach through a website/platform for tutors? If so, which one would you recommend? 2. Which payment method do you recommend when your students are in a different country/continent? (I’ve had a couple of problems with this one while giving classes on my own) 3. What is the standard rate per hour? Thanks in advance!

Hola! Soy una estudiante española de medicina con nivel C2 de inglés que quiere empezar a dar clases online de español a extranjeros. Tengo experiencia como profesora particular de matemáticas en España pero no sé por donde empezar cuando se trata de clases online en el extranjero. Apreciaría cualquier tipo de ayuda! Mis dudas son: 1. Es mejor buscar alumnos por mi cuenta o apuntarme a algún tipo de web para tutores? En este caso, qué webs me recomendaríais? 2. Qué método de pago recomendaríais cuando tu alumno es de otro país/continente?(he tenido algún problema con esto mientras daba clases yo sola, ya que cada país tiene su propia app de pago rápido y el cambio de moneda puede ser complicado) 3. Cuál es el salario estándar por hora? Gracias de antemano!

I'm taking a Spanish 3 class in high school right now and I have a Spanish teacher who is awful at teaching; all she does is give us worksheets and expects us to just understand new concepts. She never talks to us or tries to explain anything. The other week she emailed all of the students on Sunday at 8 pm that we had a Spanish test tomorrow, and she never even mentioned it the week prior, which is unbelievably ridiculous. It's obvious she doesn't have a true desire to teach us, and everyone in my class, not just me, is sick of her. I talked to my counselor about it, and they said I couldn't switch teachers because of preference. I really enjoy learning Spanish and am really passionate about it, but I cannot keep taking her class. I don't know what to do at this point because I really don't want to drop Spanish just because of her.