Use ser for defining attributes of things or people (such as being tall, being big, being good-looking).

Reaching a high level of proficiency in a new language requires the acquisition of thousands of words as well as learning the mechanics of how these words combine in a system through which communication is possible.

According to the legend of the Tower of Babel, the biblical structure could never be built as the architects, engineers and workers involved in its construction were unable to communicate with each other after humanity had been divided by languages and nations as a divine punishment meant to destroy its arrogance.

Have you ever wondered why Mexico is written in Spanish as “México” but we still say “Méjico” (mé-hee-ko)? We would like to invite you on a journey through time and discover the origins of one of the most mispronounced letters of Spanish.

Apart from class, other environments you frequent may lack stimulants or triggers to keep learning Spanish alive. While at home, work or online, you can enhance your environment to complement your Spanish studying by increasing your vocabulary and knowledge of idioms and meanings.

Articles are words that accompany nouns and give us information about their identifiability, or, in other words, whether the noun that it accompanies constitutes previously known information.

Finding a gift during the holiday season can be stressful. Depending on how funny, personal or “safe” you want to play it, there are gifts that encourage learning Spanish.

Learning a new language as an adult affords you new and exciting opportunities in your personal and professional live. Aside from your daily schedule, committing the time to study, practice and attend class calls for dedication and a clear strategy to keep you motivated while you learn.

On September 20, 2018, we conducted a survey in which we asked some of our current and former students in NYC and Chicago the following question: Is English your first language?

Looking for more interactive ways to keep Spanish fresh between classes? Here are some ways to stay involved and learn more about the culture.

"Oh, I'd really like to learn other languages, but"… The sentence after the 'but' doesn't really matter. A great percentage of native English speakers that wish to learn other languages never do because the process is too rigorous.

On June 29, 2018, we conducted a survey in which we asked some of our current and former students in NYC and Chicago the following question: What was the main reason behind your decision to learn and/or improve your Spanish?

Really, grammar is super important, and it’s fun; think of it as the logic behind the language. You probably enjoy watching videos and reading articles about how things work.