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In our site we have over 150 essays in Spanish (full and free) that you can check to inspire yourself for your homework or assignments and use them as example essays.

Our essays are simple and short, so they are really good for Spanish classes for students that speak English as a native language. They can be good for middle school, high school, college, or any language learning classes.

Each essay is written around a topic that it’s included in the title. You can check our homepage to find our latest essays published, or use our search form in the right sidebar (you should use keywords or topics in Spanish).

For an easy start, here we include some of the essays in Spanish but with the title (topic) translated to English so you can find a match for your interest.

List of essays in Spanish

• Example essay about  family in Spanish
• Example essay about  discrimination in Spanish
• Example essay about  violence in Spanish
• Example essay about  what is life in Spanish
• Example essay about  peace in Spanish
• Example essay about  global warming in Spanish
• Example essay about  myself and my life in Spanish
• Example essay about  Mexico in Spanish
• Example essay about  Donald Trump in Spanish
• Example essay about  corruption in Spanish
• Example essay about  innovation  in Spanish
• Example essay about  Aristotle  in Spanish
• Example essay about  homosexuality  in Spanish
• Example essay about  smoking  in Spanish
• Example essay about  sports  in Spanish
• Example essay about  life projects  in Spanish
• Example essay about  technology  in Spanish
• Example essay about  love  in Spanish
• Example essay about  racism  in Spanish
• Example essay about  bullying  in Spanish

Please use the comments area below in this post if you can’t find the essay you were looking for! – you can write in English if your Spanish isn’t the best 🙂

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Odio la escuela

Aquí hay un ensayo escrito en español sobre el ataque del 11 de septiembre La mañana del 11 de septiembre de 2001 fue la mañana en que el mundo entero hizo una pausa y contuvo la respiración. Cada 11 de septiembre desde entonces, la gente de todas partes se detendrá para recordar. Esa fue la mañana en que terroristas de Arabia Saudita secuestraron cuatro aviones estadounidenses diferentes, pensando solo en la misión suicida que tenían por delante y en lo que tenían que hacer para llevarla a cabo. De alguna manera subieron a los aviones sin ser detectados y en algún momento del vuelo se revelaron.Se hicieron con el control del avión, amenazando a los pasajeros con una bomba. Sin embargo, lo que los pasajeros no sabían es que no había ninguna bomba. Los terroristas tenían planes diferentes para los aviones ese día. Su estrategia era estrellar los cuatro aviones contra diferentes edificios, matando a tantas personas como pudieran. El primer avión, el Vuelo 11 de American Airlines, se estrelló contra la torre norte del World Trade Center. Otro avión, el Vuelo 175, voló hacia la torre sur del World Trade Center y también estalló en llamas. El tercer avión secuestrado, el vuelo 77 de American Airlines, se estrelló contra el edificio del Pentágono.Mientras tanto, personas de todo el mundo miraban las noticias. Miles de personas sabían de este ataque, pero solo algunos podían ayudar. Otros solo podían ver las noticias y contener la respiración, esperando lo mejor. La mayoría de las personas intentaron llamar a sus familias y algunas de esas personas se pusieron en contacto con ellos. Algunas de esas personas estaban en el Vuelo 93. Juntos estaban tratando de averiguar qué estaba pasando. Alguien debe haber juntado las piezas y sabía que tenía que hacer algo. Varios pasajeros intentaron retomar el control del avión, pero solo provocaron que el secuestrador hiciera volar el último avión contra el suelo en Pensilvania. El resultado fue devastador. Las torres norte y sur del World Trade Center se derrumbaron y muchos bomberos arriesgaron sus propias vidas para intentar salvar a otras. Según el sitio web de la CNN, más de dos mil personas fueron gravementeheridos y casi tres mil personas perdieron la vida. La razón principal del ataque fue el intento de Al Qaeda de desestabilizar las economías occidentales. Tal vez también estaban tratando de enviar un mensaje sobre algo. Nueve años después del ataque, mi papá recuerda ver las noticias y ver los aviones golpeando los diferentes edificios y destruyendo tanto. También recuerda que muchas personas murieron en todos los accidentes. Cuando mi mamá piensa en el 11 de septiembre, recuerda que venía a recogernos a mi hermano y a mí de la escuela. Ella vino alrededor de las 11:30 a buscarnos porque solo nos quedamos la mitad del día en ese entonces. Mi mamá estaba haciendo mandados antes de eso y no había oído hablar del ataque. Luego se enteró de que también tenía que buscar a mi hermana, porque los dejaron salir temprano. Cuando llegamos a casa, mi mamá dice que encendió la televisión para tratar de averiguar qué había sucedido. Lo descubrió con bastante facilidad porque el ataque estaba en todas las noticias. Mi hermana, Emily, estaba en segundo grado cuando ocurrió el ataque. Ella recuerda que su clase estaba almorzando cuando los padres de todos llegaron y los llevaron a casa. También recuerda que todos los padresestaban asustados por algo, pero ella no sabía lo que había sucedido. Estaba en el jardín de infantes el 11 de septiembre y no recuerdo nada de ese día, aparte de lo que he escuchado desde entonces. Después de ver el video en clase, me di cuenta de la destrucción que realmente fue el ataque. Causó el colapso total de dos torres en el World Trade Center. Tantas personas estaban atrapado dentro de ambos edificios y casi ninguno logró salir. Los que lo hicieron definitivamente son extremadamente afortunados de estar vivos. Sin embargo, solo unas pocas personas en el primer piso lograron salir. No había esperanza para las personas en los pisos superiores, lo que empeoró este día. Desde el ataque de 2001, la economía nunca se ha recuperado por completo. El principal efecto económico a largo plazo del ataque fue la guerra en Irak. Nuestros soldados han estado allí durante nueve años y no se está volviendo más fácil para nadie. Enviamos más y más tropas para ayudar a luchar en la guerra, y la economía sigue siendo mala. Definitivamente también ha sido una lucha financiera para el gobierno. En mi opinión, nada bueno salió del 11 de septiembre. Comenzó otra guerra más para que nuestros soldados pelearan, y muchas personas ya han perdido la vida. Todos los años a partir de ahora todos se detendrán por un momento para pensar y lamentarse por el ataque del 11 de septiembre de 2001.

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Spanish A Level (AQA): Tips for writing a successful literature or film essay

Updated: Dec 10, 2023

In Paper 2 of the AQA A Level Spanish exam, students write one essay for each of the two works they have studied (which can be a text and a film, or two texts).

Students are asked to write approximately 300 words for each question within a 2-hour duration for the whole paper. Although there is no word limit in the AQA A Level exam, and everything you write will be assessed, writing more words does not necessarily mean achieving more marks. Being concise and giving a clear response demonstrate that your reflections and your evaluation of the text or film are strong and accurate.

Essays are assessed according to two criteria: AO3 and AO4. In this post we break down the requirements of each of the Assessment Objectives and look at how you can fulfil them and write an outstanding essay.

Assessment Objective 3 (AO3)

This measures the student’s ability to manipulate the language accurately, in spoken and written forms, using a range of lexis and structure .

The specification gives the following description for the highest marking band:

The language produced is mainly accurate with only occasional minor errors. The student shows a consistently secure grasp of grammar and is able to manipulate complex language accurately.

💡 Tip: Use complex language and vocabulary effectively and appropriately .

The words " effectively " and " appropriately " are important here. It's certainly not necessary to copy out entire pre-learned sentences or rely on formulaic language.

The 2022 Examiner's Report from AQA notes that

There is a fine line between using complex language with a range of structures and forcing inappropriate subjunctives or pre-learned phrases into an essay.

Source: REPORT ON THE EXAMINATION – A-LEVEL SPANISH – 7692/2 – JUNE 2022, from aqa.org

The key is to strike the balance between showcasing advanced writing skills and avoiding redundant phrases, or phrases that are stylistically out of place.

Take a moment to read these further comments from the same Examiner's Report:

On the whole it is more important to have the vocabulary needed to express points clearly and to be able to deal with tenses and verbs accurately. It is not appropriate to use phrases such as ‘que yo sepa’ in a literature/film essay, nor the ‘if/would’ structure that we see all the time [...]. Similarly, expressions of emotion that are followed by a subjunctive are out of place in this style of essay; for example ‘me enfada que Paco trate a Paula de esta manera’.

The highest-achieving students are those who are able to use the full range of verb tenses to convey their ideas without relying on pre-learned structures.

Avoid overusing the subjunctive and set phrases; instead, focus on your ability to express yourself clearly and accurately in your writing.

Try some other more complex sentence structures:

Comparative formulations: Este personaje evolucionó mucho más rápido de lo que el lector esperaba.

Using the reflexive as a passive where appropriate:  Las luces en esta escena se usaron para crear una atmósfera de suspense.

Here is the second part of the description for the top marking band under AO3:

The student uses a wide range of vocabulary appropriate to the context and the task.

💡 Tip: Employ a broad range of appropriate vocabulary.

This could include:

Words and expressions related to film: El primer plano / El enfoque / La perspectiva …

Literary words and expressions: En este pasaje / La obra / La escena / El diálogo …

Vocabulary related to the specific text or film. For example, show an understanding of the Colombian Spanish words in “El coronel no tiene quien le escriba” by García Márquez and the terminology related to the historical context.

You will naturally pick up this vocabulary throughout your A Level Spanish course, but you can also refer to our in-course resources and the Quizlet lists for inspiration.

Assessment Objective 4 (AO4)

This measures the student’s ability to show knowledge and understanding of, and respond critically and analytically to, different aspects of the culture and society of countries/communities where the language is spoken. The description for the highest marking band is as follows:

Knowledge of the text or film is consistently accurate and detailed. Opinions, views and conclusions are consistently supported by relevant and appropriate evidence from the text or film.

💡 Tip: Support each of your points with relevant and appropriate evidence .

Although you are not strictly required to learn quotations by heart (according to the AQA examiners, it’s enough to paraphrase  something that a character said), it’s important to have a clear idea of specific events and plot points to reinforce the arguments that you make.

When you re-read your book or re-watch your film, create a knowledge organiser such as a table or mindmap with your own notes on important characters, themes and plot points so that you can revise them easily and have plenty of examples for your essay.

A clear structure is essential to help you organise your ideas. When you plan your essay, make sure there is a reference to the text or film to demonstrate every point that you make and help you to develop your argument.

You can follow this framework:

Introduction - The beginning must include a brief outline of the topic and, very importantly, your thesis statement (the sentence that sums up the central point or idea of your essay).

Each of the following main paragraphs should develop one strong point that relates and justifies the main idea of your essay, and must be supported with specific examples from the book or film.

Evidence from the book / film

Link to title

Conclusion - The last paragraph should include a short but strong conclusion that summarises your evaluation in relation to the original essay question.

Finally, the descriptor for the top marking band under AO4 specifies that:

The essay demonstrates excellent evaluation of the issues, themes and the cultural and social contexts of the text or film studied.

💡 Tip: Focus on evaluation and not description.

As we’ve seen, AO4 focuses on the ability to respond critically and analytically. One common mistake when writing about a film or a text, though, is writing in a descriptive way, simply narrating or recalling events that take place instead of analysing their impact on the subject at hand.

In the same way that a template of the structure can help you write your essay, some sentence starters can guide you to make your paragraphs more analytical. For example:

Make your point:

Es evidente que … / Se puede afirmar que…

Give some evidence:

Una prueba de ello es que …

Develop your point in relation to the original question:

Por consecuencia. ..

De esto se deduce que…

To summarise:

✅ Use complex language and vocabulary effectively  and appropriately .

✅ employ a broad range of appropriate  vocabulary., ✅ support each of your points with relevant and appropriate evidence ., ✅ focus on evaluation  and not description..

Most importantly, practice essay writing as often as you can and use tutor feedback to your advantage!

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Spanish Essay Phrases: 40 Useful Phrases for an Impressive Writeup

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May 30, 2019

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Do you need to write a lot of essays in Spanish? If you do, don’t worry. It's about to get a little bit easier for you because here in this article, we’ve listed many useful Spanish essay phrases that you can readily use in your essays.

Feel free to pepper your essays with the words and expressions from this list. It would certainly elevate your essays and impress your teachers. You're welcome!

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Additional Resources

You can also check out the following resources:

84 Spanish Expressions for Agreeing and Disagreeing

Common Spanish Verbs

Expresiones útiles para escribir en español

Looking for more Spanish phrases? Check out this e-book with audio!

Try to use the essay phrases in Spanish that you learned in this lesson and write a few example sentences in the comments section!

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Janey is a fan of different languages and studied Spanish, German, Mandarin, and Japanese in college. She has now added French into the mix, though English will always be her first love. She loves reading anything (including product labels).

VERY VERY useful !! Gracias

Amazing! This will definitely help me in tomorrow’s spanish test 🙂

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A1: Beginner Spanish writing exercises

• A business meeting Singular Gender of nouns in Spanish: masculine Género femenino Employment Noelia tells us about her business meeting.
• A day out with my daughter Singular Preposición Gender of nouns in Spanish: masculine Family & Relationships Isabel plans to spend a delightful day out with her daughter.
• A declaration of love Regular Singular Gender of nouns in Spanish: masculine Family & Relationships Read this declaration of love from Enrique.
• A hotel booking Singular Gender of nouns in Spanish: masculine Género femenino Monuments, Tourism & Vacations Borja is going to spend a week in Barcelona and tells us about the hotel that he is going to book.
• A love story Singular Gender of nouns in Spanish: masculine El Presente Family & Relationships Marta and Andrew meet in a bar...
• A march for rare diseases Plural Singular Nombre Sports & Leisure Diego is participating today in a charity march.
• A mysterious invitation Adjetivo El Presente Singular Family & Relationships Guillermo tells us about a mysterious note he found inside his locker.
• A new space suit Adjetivo Regular Singular Technology & Science Sergio is going to travel to the moon in a new space suit!
• A perfect day in Granada Singular Gender of nouns in Spanish: masculine Género femenino Monuments, Tourism & Vacations Travel with Enrique to Granada.
• A photography walk through San Sebastian Singular Regular Gender of nouns in Spanish: masculine Monuments, Tourism & Vacations Join Alfredo as he captures the charm of San Sebastián.
• A piece of cake, please Singular Adjetivo Regular Food & Drink Carolina loves celebrating her birthday in style with her favourite cake.
• A purple tide Plural Nombre Género femenino Politics, History & Economics Learn about the purple tide in Spain.
• A royal dinner in Santo Domingo Singular Plural Género femenino Food & Drink Indulge yourself with a royal dinner experience in Santo Domingo.
• A sunny Christmas in the Southern Cone Singular Género femenino Gender of nouns in Spanish: masculine Celebrations & Important Dates Humberto tells us about Christmas in Uruguay.
• A ticket for Malaga, please! El Presente Género femenino Verbos regulares -ar (presente) Monuments, Tourism & Vacations César wants to get a train ticket to travel to Malaga.
• A trip to the Sierra de Atapuerca El Presente Verbo irregular Singular Monuments, Tourism & Vacations Pedro and Miguel are visiting Atapuerca tomorrow.
• A very interactive lesson with Kwiziq Género femenino Plural Gender of nouns in Spanish: masculine Language & Education Technology & Science Clara is using kwiziq for the first time and tells us about a lesson she is taking.
• A viral video Plural Género femenino Gender of nouns in Spanish: masculine Film & TV See how Patricia's funny video makes everyone laugh and share it till it goes viral.
• Alexis Sánchez: a famous soccer player El Presente Singular Regular Famous People Learn about Alexis Sánchez, a famous soccer player.
• Almendra market Plural Singular Nombre Food & Drink Experience the charm of Vitoria's medieval market.
• Amelia Valcárcel: a famous Spanish philosopher Singular Género femenino Plural Famous People Language & Education Learn about Amelia Valcárcel, a famous Spanish philosopher.
• An ergonomic steering wheel Plural El Presente Nombre Technology & Science Discover Sofia's revolutionary ergonomic steering wheel for the ultimate driving experience!
• An exhibition by Frida Kahlo Adjetivo El Presente Plural Art & Design Famous People Marcos is going to a Frida Kahlo exhibition.
• An exotic flower Regular Singular Gender of nouns in Spanish: masculine Art & Design Learn about this Argentinian flower.
• An interview with a rural farmer Singular Plural Género femenino Family & Relationships Discover the daily life and diverse crops of a farm in our latest interview.
• An original costume Adjetivo Gender of nouns in Spanish: masculine Género femenino Celebrations & Important Dates Lucía's mum tells us about her daughter's costume.
• Ana's baby shower Plural Regular Singular Family & Relationships Some friends are planning Ana's baby shower.
• Animal welfare Plural Nombre Adjetivo Family & Relationships Step into the realm of animal welfare, where compassion guides us to protect and care for our animal companions.
• Arón Bitrán: a Chilean violinist Regular Gender of nouns in Spanish: masculine Plural Music Learn about Arón Bitrán, a famous Chilean violinist.
• At a summer fashion show Singular Gender of nouns in Spanish: masculine Género femenino Art & Design Join Estela in the heart of Madrid for a summer fashion show, where colorful trends and elegance take center stage!
• At El Corte Inglés Género femenino Regular Singular Sports & Leisure Have you ever been to El Corte Ingles?
• At the cocktail bar Singular Regular Gender of nouns in Spanish: masculine Food & Drink Raúl is having a refreshing cocktail in Majorca.
• At the laundromat Género femenino Singular Gender of nouns in Spanish: masculine Technology & Science Álvaro shows us how a laundromat works.
• At the nutritionist Plural Género femenino Singular Food & Drink Sheila is at the nutritionist looking for a healthier lifestyle.
• At the opera Regular El Presente Adjetivo Music Ana plans to go to the opera tonight.
• At the science lab Singular Género femenino Gender of nouns in Spanish: masculine Technology & Science Marta and Javier love spending time in the lab.
• Bank of Spain El Presente Género femenino Plural Monuments, Tourism & Vacations Politics, History & Economics Learn about Bank of Spain.
• Be quiet! Singular Plural Gender of nouns in Spanish: masculine Celebrations & Important Dates Immerse yourself in the enchanting silence of a northern Spanish procession.
• Benefits of sport Preposición Género femenino Singular Sports & Leisure Mara tells us about exercising at the gym and its benefits.
• Blanca Paloma: Spanish candidate 2023 Singular Género femenino Plural Music Meet Blanca Paloma, Spain's candidate for Eurovision 2023.
• Booking a table in a restaurant Plural Singular Gender of nouns in Spanish: masculine Food & Drink Learn how to book a table in a Spanish restaurant.
• Breakfast at home Singular Gender of nouns in Spanish: masculine Género femenino Food & Drink Raúl loves having a healthy breakfast at home every morning.
• Buenos Aires International Book Fair El Presente Plural Nombre Monuments, Tourism & Vacations Learn about this cultural event in Buenos Aires.
• Calva: a traditional Spanish game Gender of nouns in Spanish: masculine Género femenino El Presente Sports & Leisure Learn about calva, a traditional Spanish game.
• Carnival in Rio de Janeiro Singular Plural Nombre Celebrations & Important Dates Julio is in Rio de Janeiro to visit its famous carnival.
• Cathedral of Santiago de Compostela El Presente Verbo irregular Pronombre reflexivo Art & Design Monuments, Tourism & Vacations John would like to visit the Cathedral of Santiago de Compostela.
• Celebrating a new year El Presente Progresivo Gerundio/Spanish present participle Género femenino Celebrations & Important Dates Juan tells us his plans for New Year's Eve.
• Chocolate and roses Plural Singular Nombre Celebrations & Important Dates Patricia describes us the most common presents for Saint Valentine's Day.
• Cibeles: a monument in Madrid El Presente Adjetivo Verbo irregular Monuments, Tourism & Vacations Learn about Cibeles, a famous monument in Madrid.
• Climate change Oración negativa Plural Tiempo simple Technology & Science Patricia doesn't feel happy at all about climate change.
• Coco: a lovely poodle Gender of nouns in Spanish: masculine Género femenino Singular Family & Relationships Meet Coco, a lovely poodle.
• Colombian coffee Regular Adjetivo Singular Food & Drink There is always a nice cup of Colombian coffee at Carlos Alberto's house!
• Colon Theatre in Buenos Aires Singular Plural Gender of nouns in Spanish: masculine Art & Design Pedro tells us about a famous theatre building in Buenos Aires.
• Cuban rum Singular Gender of nouns in Spanish: masculine Género femenino Food & Drink Patricia tells us about her favourite Cuban drink.
• Cycle-ball Singular Género femenino Gender of nouns in Spanish: masculine Sports & Leisure Learn about cycle-ball, an exciting sport.
• Different types of wind in Spain Singular Gender of nouns in Spanish: masculine Género femenino Technology & Science Unleash your senses as Spain unveils a symphony of diverse winds, from the cool Mistral to the warm embrace of the Levant.
• Discovering Spanish cinema Plural Singular Nombre Film & TV Claire is at the cinema to watch an action movie by the well-known director Álex de la Iglesia.
• Discovering the majesty of the ceiba tree Singular Gender of nouns in Spanish: masculine Género femenino Sports & Leisure Discover the mighty ceiba tree.
• Dreaming El Presente Verbos con cambio ortográfico e > ie (presente) Regular Sports & Leisure Do you enjoy dreaming?
• Easter in Ecuador Plural Singular Gender of nouns in Spanish: masculine Celebrations & Important Dates María Isabel explains how Easter is celebrated in Ecuador.
• Every night in winter I have hot soup El Presente Plural Regular Food & Drink Are you able to appreciate a warm winter soup?
• Expo Beauty Show in Mexico Singular Gender of nouns in Spanish: masculine Género femenino Art & Design Learn about one of the most important beauty fairs in Latin America.
• Famous people from Puerto Rico Plural Género femenino Regular Famous People Discover famous people from Puerto Rico.
• Father's Day Singular Gender of nouns in Spanish: masculine Plural Celebrations & Important Dates Today is Father's Day in Spain and some other countries.
• Festival of The Flowers in Colombia Género femenino Singular Gender of nouns in Spanish: masculine Celebrations & Important Dates Learn about this colourful Colombian festival which, despite its name, is best likened to a carnival with a plethora of exhibitions, activities and events taking place all over the city of Medellín.
• Flying to Puntarenas Singular Género femenino Gender of nouns in Spanish: masculine Monuments, Tourism & Vacations Ramón is getting ready for his flight to Costa Rica.
• Foreign languages at work El Presente Verbos regulares -ar (presente) Adjetivo indefinido Language & Education Susana tells us about the importance of knowing languages at work.
• Fuenteovejuna: a play by Lope de Vega El Presente Verbo irregular Género femenino Literature, Poetry, Theatre Learn about this Spanish play by Lope de Vega.
• Fun with drawings Plural Género femenino Singular Art & Design Susana is having a blast with her drawings!
• Geography of Nicaragua Gender of nouns in Spanish: masculine Singular Género femenino Technology & Science Learn about the basics of the geography of Nicaragua.
• Getting to the airport Singular Gender of nouns in Spanish: masculine Género femenino Monuments, Tourism & Vacations Julio needs to go to the airport and explains how to get there.
• Gran Hotel La Florida Adjetivo Singular Gender of nouns in Spanish: masculine Monuments, Tourism & Vacations Fancy some luxury in Barcelona?
• Grandparents in Spain Plural Género femenino Singular Family & Relationships Learn about grandparents' role in the Spanish economy.
• Gym challenge Singular Plural Nombre Sports & Leisure Federico is taking a challenge in order to raise money for children.
• Halloween night El Presente Singular Gender of nouns in Spanish: masculine Celebrations & Important Dates Learn about Halloween night.
• Halloween: The Curse of Michael Myers Regular Singular Adjetivo Film & TV Learn about a classic scary Halloween movie.
• Happy New Year! Singular Gender of nouns in Spanish: masculine El Presente Celebrations & Important Dates Marisa tells us about what she does for New Year's.
• Hello autumn! Singular Plural Género femenino Sports & Leisure Autumn has just arrived in the northern hemisphere!
• How much does it cost to travel to space? Plural Regular Gender of nouns in Spanish: masculine Monuments, Tourism & Vacations Could you afford to travel to space?
• I am a barista El Presente Adjetivo Verbo irregular Employment Food & Drink Antonio tells us about his job in a coffee shop.
• I am a Gemini El Presente Adjetivo Verbo irregular Family & Relationships Clara is a Gemini and tells us about her personality.
• I am a mariachi Singular Gender of nouns in Spanish: masculine Género femenino Music Meet Alejandro, a Mexican mariachi.
• I am a volunteer El Presente Plural Género femenino Employment Gabriel tells us about his volunteering work.
• I hate the rain! El Presente Singular Género femenino Technology & Science Practise stem-changing, yo-go and modal verbs in the present tense.
• I hate the snow! El Presente Singular Gender of nouns in Spanish: masculine Family & Relationships Technology & Science Lidia doesn't really enjoy snowy weather.
• I have a tiger at home El Presente Adjetivo Verbo irregular Family & Relationships Ramiro introduces us his particular pet.
• I like going to the beach El Presente Género femenino Singular Sports & Leisure Learn about Ana's favourite summer hobby.
• I like Halloween! Regular Plural El Futuro Próximo Celebrations & Important Dates Soraya tells us about what she is going to do for Halloween.
• I like playing the tambourine Gender of nouns in Spanish: masculine Género femenino El Presente Music Learn about the most famous Spanish musical instrument during Christmas.
• I like the internet El Presente Singular Género femenino Technology & Science Daniel likes surfing on the net everyday.
• I love kickboxing! Género femenino Singular Gender of nouns in Spanish: masculine Sports & Leisure Sandra loves kickboxing, guess why!
• I love my grandparents El Presente Plural Gender of nouns in Spanish: masculine Family & Relationships Denis tells us about his grandparents.
• I love you mom Singular Adjetivo Plural Family & Relationships Rosa has some plans to express love and appreciation to the most special woman in her life.
• I shop in Mercadona! Plural Regular Género femenino Food & Drink Learn about this famous Spanish supermarket.
• I speak Spanish and Quechua Singular Gender of nouns in Spanish: masculine Género femenino Language & Education Meet José Luis, an Ecuadorian who speaks two languages.
• I want to have a pig! El Presente Gender of nouns in Spanish: masculine Género femenino Family & Relationships Discover what present Jenifer wants to get for her birthday.
• I'm a citizen of the world El Presente Verbo irregular Género femenino Immigration & Citizenship Language & Education Meet Carmen, a woman who loves languages and international cultures.
• Igloo winter camp Singular Género femenino Gender of nouns in Spanish: masculine Sports & Leisure Family & Relationships Roberto is spending a week in Norway with his family.
• Iguazu National Park Singular Género femenino Gender of nouns in Spanish: masculine Monuments, Tourism & Vacations Discover nature's splendor at Iguazu National Park.
• In a pottery class Singular Plural Gender of nouns in Spanish: masculine Art & Design Ricardo loves his pottery class, discover why!
• In a school in Guatemala Plural Singular Gender of nouns in Spanish: masculine Language & Education Jose tells us about his school in Guatemala.
• In my garden Singular Adjetivo Género femenino Art & Design Discover Nora's beautiful garden.
• In the farmhouse Singular Género femenino Gender of nouns in Spanish: masculine Employment Igor is retired and feels very happy about living in a farmhouse in North Spain.
• In the mailbox on my street El Presente Singular Gender of nouns in Spanish: masculine Employment Look what Génesis thinks about her closest mailbox.
• In the park with Ana Singular Género femenino Gender of nouns in Spanish: masculine Family & Relationships Today, Ana visits a beautiful park for a day of play, picnics, and peaceful moments by the lake.
• In the Tabernas desert Plural Singular Preposición Film & TV Discover the secrets of the Tabernas Desert.
• Instagram Adjetivo Regular El Presente Technology & Science Sonia describes how useful Instagram is for her.
• Introducing myself El Presente Singular Género femenino Family & Relationships Javier introduces himself.
• It's my fault! Singular Plural Nombre Family & Relationships Manuel wants to apologise to his father and promises to help him more with the housework.
• It's spring! Singular Plural Género femenino Technology & Science We are already in spring and our bodies know it!
• It's sunny! Singular Gender of nouns in Spanish: masculine Género femenino Technology & Science What's the weather like in Seville today?
• Joyel Beach Campsite Singular Plural El Presente Monuments, Tourism & Vacations Learn about Joyel Beach Campsite, a beautiful place to relax during the summer.
• Kim Lopez: overcoming adversity, achieving greatness Adjetivo Regular Singular Famous People Learn about the talented Spanish athlete Kim López.
• La Boqueria: a market in Barcelona Gender of nouns in Spanish: masculine Género femenino Plural Food & Drink Have you ever been to La Boqueria in Barcelona?
• La Tia Carmen's shop Singular Regular Gender of nouns in Spanish: masculine Sports & Leisure María describes her favourite store.
• Lemonade Singular Gender of nouns in Spanish: masculine Género femenino Food & Drink Learn about lemonade, a typical summer drink.
• Leonardo Da Vinci's self-portrait Singular Adjetivo El Presente Art & Design Carlos has a copy of Leonardo Da Vinci's self-portrait at home.
• Letizia: queen of Spain El Presente Singular Gender of nouns in Spanish: masculine Famous People Politics, History & Economics Learn about Letizia, queen of Spain.
• Lionel Messi: an Argentinian star Género femenino Singular Gender of nouns in Spanish: masculine Famous People Sports & Leisure Marco's favourite football player is Lionel Messi.
• Lito: a deaf child El Presente Género femenino Plural Family & Relationships Although Lito is a deaf child, he is studying very hard to have a good job in the future.
• Living in a tree Género femenino Singular Gender of nouns in Spanish: masculine Sports & Leisure Would you like to live in a tree?
• Living in El Salvador Singular Plural Gender of nouns in Spanish: masculine Immigration & Citizenship María describes the main documents that are required to live in El Salvador.
• Maná: a Mexican band Plural El Presente Regular Music Marina loves listening to Maná.
• Margarita Island Plural Regular Singular Monuments, Tourism & Vacations Discover Margarita Island, also called 'the pearl of the Caribbean'.
• Meeting up with friends Gender of nouns in Spanish: masculine Género femenino Singular Leticia plans to meet her friends this evening.
• Migas: a popular Spanish dish Género femenino Singular Gender of nouns in Spanish: masculine Food & Drink Learn about migas, a popular shepherd's dish from Spain.
• Miguel's family Género femenino Singular Gender of nouns in Spanish: masculine Family & Relationships Learn about Miguel's family.
• Military Emergencies Unit Plural Nombre Preposición Immigration & Citizenship Technology & Science Learn about the Military Emergencies Unit in Spain.
• Mindfulness for sleeping Plural Singular Nombre Sports & Leisure Alberto tells us about starting mindfulness to combat insomnia.
• Mudejar art in Teruel Plural Singular Adjetivo Art & Design Learn about Mudejar art in Aragon.
• My aunt is a baker Singular Gender of nouns in Spanish: masculine Género femenino Food & Drink Family & Relationships Learn about Elisa's aunt who is a baker.
• My best friend Juan El Presente Verbo irregular Regular Family & Relationships Almudena introduces us to her best friend Juan.
• My business El Presente Singular Gender of nouns in Spanish: masculine Employment Learn about Melisa's business.
• My Carnival Costume Género femenino Singular Gender of nouns in Spanish: masculine Celebrations & Important Dates Arturo tells us about his Carnival costume.
• My commitment to life Singular Plural Adjetivo Technology & Science Elsa's commitment to life extends beyond herself because she is a blood donor.
• My daily routine Género femenino Gender of nouns in Spanish: masculine Singular Family & Relationships Practise reflexive verbs and some time expressions while learning about María's daily routine.
• My dog Toby Plural Singular El Presente Family & Relationships Meet Toby, an adorable dog.
• My favorite calendar Singular Gender of nouns in Spanish: masculine Género femenino Art & Design Laura tells us about her favorite calendar featuring real heroes and heart-stopping action.
• My favourite ad Regular Adjetivo El Presente Film & TV Learn about Pablo's favourite ad.
• My favourite Christmas carol El Presente Género femenino Regular Music David likes Christmas carols but he loves one in particular.
• My favourite Christmas jumper Regular Adjetivo Singular Celebrations & Important Dates Mateo has his favourite Christmas jumper ready for the festive season!
• My favourite colour Adjetivo El Presente Regular Art & Design Andrea tells us about her favourite colour.
• My favourite song Adjetivo Regular Singular Music Marta tells us about her favourite Spanish song.
• My first jack-o-lantern Singular Plural Regular Celebrations & Important Dates Valeria is excited about her first jack-o-lantern, the anticipation of carving a spooky creation fills her with delight!
• My friend Juan Singular Género femenino Regular Family & Relationships Learn about Miguel's Paraguayan friend Juan.
• My granddaughters are my joys Adjetivo El Presente Regular Family & Relationships Isabel is very proud of her granddaughters.
• My Halloween costume Adjetivo Género femenino Gender of nouns in Spanish: masculine Celebrations & Important Dates Susana tells us about her Halloween costume.
• My Halloween party Plural El Futuro Próximo Singular Celebrations & Important Dates Marcos tells us about his upcoming Halloween party.
• My holistic diet Singular Plural El Presente Food & Drink Transform every meal into wellness with a holistic diet.
• My life in Spain Singular El Presente Adjetivo Language & Education Ashley tells us about her life in Spain.
• My mother has an unusual mobile phone Adjetivo El Presente Plural Art & Design Lucía tells us about her mother's mobile phone.
• My name is Danny (male version) Free Plural Singular El Presente Family & Relationships Danny introduces himself and says a little about who he is and what he does.
• My name is Lola (female version) Free Singular Plural Gender of nouns in Spanish: masculine Family & Relationships Lola introduces herself and says a little about who she is and what she does.
• My name is Mateo El Presente Singular Plural Family & Relationships Learn about how Mateo uses his imagination to play.
• My neighbour is famous! Singular Gender of nouns in Spanish: masculine Género femenino Famous People Manuel's neighbour is very famous.
• My neighbourhood Singular Género femenino Nombre Family & Relationships Discover what Maite thinks of her neighbourhood while practicing stem-changing verbs and vocabulary for sports and activities.
• My new couch Singular Género femenino Gender of nouns in Spanish: masculine Art & Design Sandra is very excited about her new couch!
• My next job as a lifeguard Singular Género femenino Gender of nouns in Spanish: masculine Employment Sports & Leisure Manuel tells us about his upcoming job as a lifeguard.
• My opinion about social media Plural Regular Nombre Technology & Science Carlota tells us about her feelings towards social media.
• My outfit of the day Gender of nouns in Spanish: masculine Género femenino Singular Sports & Leisure Sara loves athleisure clothes and she uses Instagram to show her outfit of the day.
• My plans for midnight Plural Nombre Singular Celebrations & Important Dates New Year's Eve is here, and Andrés has got exciting plans for the night ahead.
• My private plane Regular Adjetivo Género femenino Sports & Leisure Rebeca is the owner of a private plane.
• My school friends Adjetivo Regular Plural Family & Relationships Ramón introduces us his school friends.
• My school routine Singular Gender of nouns in Spanish: masculine Género femenino Language & Education Learn about Tamara's school routine.
• My shoe cabinet Singular Género femenino Gender of nouns in Spanish: masculine Art & Design Rosa shows us her shoe cabinet.
• My Spanish blog Plural Género femenino Nombre Language & Education Technology & Science Discover Pedro's blog to learn Spanish.
• My wedding photos Plural Singular Adjetivo Celebrations & Important Dates Family & Relationships Carmen is looking at her wedding album.
• My workmate Jenaro El Presente Plural Singular Employment Technology & Science Meet Jenaro, a dynamic science teacher who works remotely.
• New Year's Eve party Género femenino Singular Gender of nouns in Spanish: masculine Susana is very excited about her upcoming New Year's party.
• On a holiday with my aunt and uncle Plural Nombre Singular Family & Relationships Unforgettable moments unfold as Lisa embarks on a holiday with her beloved aunt and uncle, creating lifelong memories together.
• On a long weekend Plural Singular Gender of nouns in Spanish: masculine Monuments, Tourism & Vacations Tomás tells us about his journey back home after a long weekend.
• Palm Sunday Singular Género femenino Gender of nouns in Spanish: masculine Celebrations & Important Dates Pablo is attending Palm Sunday mass.
• Playing Monopoly with my family Singular Regular Nombre Sports & Leisure Miguel loves playing Monopoly with his family.
• Playing racing videogames El Presente Adjetivo Expressing need and obligation (deber, tener que, haber que, necesitar [que]) Sports & Leisure Discover Sofia's biggest passion: videogames.
• Puebla Fair in Mexico Regular El Presente Plural Monuments, Tourism & Vacations Learn about this fair in Puebla.
• Quarantennials Plural Gender of nouns in Spanish: masculine Género femenino Family & Relationships Discover who the quarantennials are.
• Rain clothes Gender of nouns in Spanish: masculine Género femenino Singular Technology & Science Inma is getting ready for a rainy day.
• Raquel Chan: a Latin American scientist Singular Género femenino Gender of nouns in Spanish: masculine Famous People Technology & Science Meet Raquel Chan, a famous Latin American scientist.
• Reading Plural El Presente Singular Sports & Leisure Discover what Susana is reading at this moment.
• Recycling in the world Plural Singular Género femenino Technology & Science Learn some world recycling facts.
• Renting my flat in Lima Adjetivo Género femenino Singular Family & Relationships Step into Sandra's charming flat in the capital of Peru.
• Rioja Alavesa: a region famous for his wine Singular Gender of nouns in Spanish: masculine Género femenino Food & Drink Learn about the Rioja Alavesa, a region famous for his wine.
• Rubén Limardo: fencing champion extraordinaire El Presente Nombre Adjetivo Famous People Rubén Limardo: carving a legacy with his blade.
• Rumba dress Singular Género femenino Gender of nouns in Spanish: masculine Music Immersed in the vibrant rhythms of Cuba, the rumba dress is not just an outfit!
• Sandboarding Singular Regular Plural Sports & Leisure Raúl tells us about his favourite extreme sport.
• Set lunch menu Singular Género femenino Gender of nouns in Spanish: masculine Food & Drink Alejandro tells us about set lunch menus in Spain.
• Shopping for dinner Regular Género femenino Singular Food & Drink Take a walk around the supermarket with María!
• Smart light bulbs Plural Género femenino Singular Technology & Science Susana uses smart bulbs at home to make her life easier.
• Studying Spanish in Argentina Plural Adjetivo El Presente Language & Education Gabriel's dream is to become a language teacher.
• Summer food and drinks Regular Plural Singular Food & Drink Practise asking questions, expressing preferences, gender agreement and some useful basic food vocabulary.
• Superlopez: a Spanish superhero Adjetivo El Presente Regular Literature, Poetry, Theatre Learn about this famous Spanish superhero.
• Surfing in Mundaka Gender of nouns in Spanish: masculine Plural Adjetivo Sports & Leisure Learn about Felipe's favourite summer sport.
• Taking the rubbish out Singular Plural Gender of nouns in Spanish: masculine Technology & Science See how people organise their rubbish in Spain.
• Teleportation Género femenino Singular Gender of nouns in Spanish: masculine Technology & Science Amanda tells us the advantages of teleportation.
• Testing my emotional intelligence Singular Plural Gender of nouns in Spanish: masculine Family & Relationships Azucena is taking a test in a magazine.
• The arrival of the Three Wise Men in Venezuela Plural Regular Nombre Celebrations & Important Dates Feel the magic as Venezuela comes alive with the arrival of the Three Wise Men.
• The Camino de Santiago Gender of nouns in Spanish: masculine Regular Plural Monuments, Tourism & Vacations Ramiro plans to do the Camino de Santiago.
• The children of San Ildefonso Plural Singular Género femenino Celebrations & Important Dates San Ildefonso's children bring Christmas magic with their angelic voices.
• The Feast of the Goat Singular Género femenino Gender of nouns in Spanish: masculine Literature, Poetry, Theatre Explore political intrigue and resilience in 'The Feast of the Goat' by Mario Vargas Llosa.
• The flag of Honduras Singular Plural Género femenino Politics, History & Economics Learn about the flag of Honduras.
• The Florida park nativity scene Singular Género femenino Gender of nouns in Spanish: masculine Discover the Florida park nativity scene in Vitoria.
• The Great British Sewing Bee Singular Plural Regular Film & TV Have you ever watched 'The Great British Sewing Bee'?
• The Hive Gender of nouns in Spanish: masculine Género femenino Singular Literature, Poetry, Theatre Learn about La Colmena, David's favourite book.
• The House of the Seven Chimneys Plural Singular Género femenino Art & Design Discover this special building in Madrid.
• The Memory Café Plural Singular Nombre Food & Drink Unlock the treasure trove of memories at the Memory Café, where stories come alive and hearts reconnect.
• The night of San Juan Gender of nouns in Spanish: masculine Género femenino Singular Celebrations & Important Dates Learn about the night of San Juan in Alicante, Spain.
• The oldest man in the world El Presente Singular Género femenino Family & Relationships Learn about the oldest man in the world. In this exercise you'll practise El Presente, verb "gustar" and gender & number of nouns.
• The power couple Regular Adjetivo Plural Family & Relationships Discover this power couple from 2022.
• The weather forecast Expresiones para hablar del clima Expresión idiomática con "hacer" El Presente Technology & Science Practise weather expressions.
• The weather in Santa Cruz de la Sierra Expresiones para hablar del clima Singular Gender of nouns in Spanish: masculine Technology & Science Here's today's weather forecast for Santa Cruz de la Sierra in Bolivia.
• Theatrical courtyards Regular Género femenino Singular Literature, Poetry, Theatre Learn about 16th and 17th-century theatrical courtyards while practising El Presente, "qué", agreement of nouns and adjectives, and "para".
• Things to do in Havana Singular Gender of nouns in Spanish: masculine Género femenino Monuments, Tourism & Vacations María is in Havana and has a list of things to do there.
• This summer I am staying home Plural Regular Género femenino Monuments, Tourism & Vacations Lucía has decided to stay home this summer.
• Thousands of castles in Spain Género femenino Singular Plural Politics, History & Economics Did you know there are over 10,000 castles in Spain?
• Togo: an Uruguayan film Singular Plural Nombre Film & TV Gabriel plans to watch an Uruguayan film tonight.
• Tuesday the 13th Gender of nouns in Spanish: masculine Género femenino Singular Celebrations & Important Dates Learn about the curse of Tuesday the 13th.
• Types of toys Plural Nombre Regular Technology & Science Dive into the fascinating universe of toys!
• Urban gardens Plural Regular Singular Art & Design Urban gardens: small green spaces with big city impact!
• Vegan food Regular Género femenino Singular Food & Drink Find out why Raquel is vegan.
• Visiting Madrid Singular Gender of nouns in Spanish: masculine El Futuro Próximo Monuments, Tourism & Vacations Let Ana tell you about her plans while you practise El Futuro Próximo.
• Waiting for the Three Wise Men Plural Singular Género femenino Celebrations & Important Dates María is excited about the arrival of the Three Wise Men.
• Weather in April Free Expresiones para hablar del clima Expresión idiomática con "hacer" Gender of nouns in Spanish: masculine Technology & Science Learn about what the weather is like in April.
• What clothes are you wearing? Género femenino Gender of nouns in Spanish: masculine Regular Employment María describes how she is going to dress for a job interview.
• Who am I? Adjetivo Regular Singular Famous People Guess who I am!
• Who is Gloria Camila? Género femenino Singular Gender of nouns in Spanish: masculine Famous People Film & TV Do you know who Gloria Camila is?
• Women in extreme sports: breaking barriers Plural El Presente Progresivo Aspecto progresivo Sports & Leisure Women in extreme sports are rewriting the rules and smashing barriers, proving that fearless determination knows no gender boundaries.
• Work or study? El Presente Expressing need and obligation (deber, tener que, haber que, necesitar [que]) Expresión idiomática con "tener" Language & Education Nacho needs to decide if he is going to study or work next year.
• You are a brainiac! Plural Singular Género femenino Family & Relationships Isabela loves Carolina's intelligence

A2: Lower Intermediate Spanish writing exercises

• A Christmas cocktail Órdenes y peticiones El Imperativo Preposición Food & Drink Celebrate the season in style with our special cocktail.
• A creepy recipe for this Halloween El Imperativo Órdenes y peticiones Preposición Food & Drink Enjoy a terrifying Halloween recipe!
• A cruise to Puerto Rico Singular Plural Adjetivo Monuments, Tourism & Vacations Manuel feels excited about his next cruise trip to Puerto Rico.
• A day in Las Burgas Preposición El Pretérito Indefinido Verbo irregular Monuments, Tourism & Vacations Borja tells us about a relaxing day in Las Burgas.
• A day out at the park El Presente Expressing desire (querer, gustar) Verbo modal Family & Relationships Pedro and Rosa are gearing up for a park day tomorrow.
• A day outside El Pretérito Imperfecto Aspecto imperfectivo Verbo irregular Sports & Leisure Julián tells us about his amazing weekend.
• A different look El Pretérito Indefinido Verbo irregular Adjetivo indefinido Art & Design Carmela went to the beauty salon and tells us about her experience.
• A documentary about the Sun El Pretérito Indefinido Verbos regulares -ar (presente) Preposición Film & TV Technology & Science Javier watched a documentary about the Sun last night.
• A ghost tour Plural Regular Singular Monuments, Tourism & Vacations Celebrations & Important Dates David has booked a ghost tour for Halloween night in Madrid.
• A handmade gift El Pretérito Indefinido El Pretérito Imperfecto Adjetivo Art & Design Discover Juan's artistic touch in every detail of this special handmade gift.
• A horrible campsite El Pretérito Imperfecto Aspecto imperfectivo Jerga/ Expresión idiomática Monuments, Tourism & Vacations María describes us her unpleasant experience at a campsite.
• A horror film El Pretérito Imperfecto El Pretérito Indefinido Jerga/ Expresión idiomática Film & TV Marta watched a terrifying film yesterday.
• A job interview El Presente Preposición Verbo irregular Employment Ainhoa is ready to do her first job interview.
• A letter to Melchior El Pretérito Perfecto Regular Verbs in Spanish Celebrations & Important Dates Alberto wrote a letter to Melchior, his favourite wise man.
• A luxurious day in Marbella El Pretérito Indefinido El Pretérito Imperfecto Verbos regulares -ar (presente) Monuments, Tourism & Vacations Aurelia tells us about her luxurious visit to a friend in Marbella.
• A memory-based challenge Plural Género femenino Nombre Sports & Leisure Embark on an enchanting journey with Julia through the enigmatic labyrinth of memories.
• A mountaineering adventure in Jalisco El Pretérito Indefinido Verbo irregular El Pretérito Imperfecto Sports & Leisure While mountaineering El Diente in Jalisco, Julio faced tough trails and reveled in the breathtaking summit views.
• A movie marathon Nombre Singular Plural Film & TV Carlos plans to have a movie marathon this weekend at home.
• A postcard from Madrid Preposición Género femenino Nombre Monuments, Tourism & Vacations Raquel received a postcard from her best friend.
• A Spanish course in Bogota Singular Adjetivo Género femenino Language & Education Patrick tells us about his Spanish course in Colombia.
• A story of personal triumph El Pretérito Indefinido Género femenino Preposición Sports & Leisure Pedro tells us his story of personal improvement after being in an accident.
• A stunning car in the newspaper El Pretérito Imperfecto Aspecto imperfectivo Género femenino Sports & Leisure Discover Antonio's latest passion.
• A superbike event El Pretérito Indefinido Verbo irregular El Pretérito Imperfecto Sports & Leisure Two friends have been to a superbike event.
• A surprise party Regular Verbs in Spanish Tiempo simple Family & Relationships Raquel doesn't know where her family is today.
• A tour of Buenos Aires El Pretérito Perfecto Verbs in Spanish Participio Monuments, Tourism & Vacations Manuel tells us about his visit to Buenos Aires.
• A very healthy barbecue Regular El Pretérito Indefinido Adjetivo indefinido Food & Drink Discover Pedro and Maribel's recipes for their barbecue.
• A very noisy neighbour Género femenino Singular Preposición Family & Relationships Sara has to deal with a really noisy neighbour living downstairs.
• A wedding in Las Vegas Género femenino El Pretérito Indefinido Nombre Family & Relationships Discover what a wedding in Las Vegas means!
• A weekend in Sierra Nevada El Pretérito Indefinido Verbo irregular Regular Monuments, Tourism & Vacations Mercedes tells us about her weekend in Sierra Nevada in the south of Spain.
• Acid rain Género femenino Gender of nouns in Spanish: masculine Nombre Technology & Science Learn about some interesting facts about the acid rain.
• Aid to emancipate myself Adjetivo Plural Singular Family & Relationships Miguel tells us about his struggle to pay rent.
• Ainhoa Arteta: a Spanish soprano El Pretérito Indefinido Verbos regulares -ar (presente) El Presente Famous People Music Learn about Ainhoa Arteta, a famous Spanish soprano.
• Aire fresco: an Argentinian film Preposición El Pretérito Indefinido Género femenino Film & TV Learn about the Argentinian movie that Rodrigo saw yesterday.
• An afternoon in Caracas El Pretérito Indefinido Verbos regulares -ar (presente) Regular Monuments, Tourism & Vacations María Elena spent an exciting afternoon with her friend Gabriela in Caracas.
• An aromatherapy session Género Preposición Nombre Sports & Leisure Discover what an aromatherapy session is like!
• An interview with Juanes Plural Nombre Singular Famous People Learn about Juanes' music with this interview.
• An unusual taxi ride El Pretérito Indefinido Verbo irregular El Pretérito Imperfecto Monuments, Tourism & Vacations Juan tells us about his strange experience in a taxi. In this exercise you'll practise El Pretérito Imperfecto and El Pretérito Indefinido.
• Aragonese jota Género femenino Gender of nouns in Spanish: masculine Singular Music Pilar tells us about her local dance, the Aragonese jota.
• Argentina's journey towards a zero-waste lifestyle Plural Singular Gender of nouns in Spanish: masculine Technology & Science Argentina is striving for zero waste, prioritizing reduction, reuse, and recycling for a sustainable future.
• Arguiñano and his set menu Adjetivo Regular Plural Famous People Food & Drink Minerva loves Zarauz and Arguiñano's restaurant.
• Armed Forces Género femenino Plural Nombre Politics, History & Economics Immigration & Citizenship Learn about The Spanish Armed Forces
• Art therapy in Spain El Pretérito Indefinido Verbo irregular Verbos regulares -ar (presente) Art & Design Learn about some art therapy exercises.
• At a barbecue Plural Género femenino Nombre Food & Drink Grill and chill at Sandra and her friends' barbecues.
• At a karate competition El Pretérito Indefinido Regular El Pretérito Imperfecto Sports & Leisure Gabriel just participated in a karate competition.
• At Cartagena beach El Pretérito Imperfecto El Pretérito Indefinido Regular Monuments, Tourism & Vacations Juan went to the beach with some of his friends yesterday.
• At our deli shop Nombre Género femenino Género Food & Drink Are you looking for something different to eat? If so, visit Leila's deli.
• At the circus Regular Género femenino Singular Sports & Leisure Irene tells us about a circus afternoon with her son.
• At the dry cleaner's Plural Regular Nombre Family & Relationships Raquel just left the dry cleaners with a lovely just-ironed shirt.
• At the florist Gender of nouns in Spanish: masculine Género femenino Nombre Art & Design Marta is at the florist to buy her sister some flowers.
• At the office gym Género femenino Gender of nouns in Spanish: masculine Singular Employment Sports & Leisure Do you have a gym in your office?
• At the restaurant Free Gender of nouns in Spanish: masculine Género femenino Adjetivo Food & Drink Mónica and Raúl are at a restaurant next to the beach.
• At the shoe shop Gender of nouns in Spanish: masculine Género femenino Plural Art & Design Raquel is at the shoe shop looking for some fancy shoes.
• At the train station Singular Género femenino El Presente Monuments, Tourism & Vacations Join Clara and her friend Isabel who travel to Zaragoza by train every weekend.
• Aztec culture El Pretérito Imperfecto Verbo irregular Singular Art & Design Learn about the Aztec culture.
• Basic dressmaking techniques El Pretérito Perfecto Regular Participio Art & Design Learn about some dressmaking techniques.
• Becoming invisible Verbo irregular El Pretérito Imperfecto Regular Family & Relationships Renato has had a dream about being invisible.
• Being careful at home Órdenes y peticiones El Imperativo Oración negativa Technology & Science Elena is getting some advice to avoid domestic accidents at home.
• Breakfast in Ibiza Plural Preposición Género femenino Food & Drink How about a spectacular breakfast in Ibiza?
• Cake, tips, and smiles: Pablo's delightful café Género femenino Regular Nombre Food & Drink Savor the sweetness of Pablo's café.
• Canoeing along the Amazon River El Pretérito Indefinido Verbo irregular Regular Monuments, Tourism & Vacations Learn about this adventurous man who crossed the Amazon River in a canoe. In this exercise you'll practise El Pretérito Perfecto, El Pretérito Indefinido and exclamative sentences with "qué".
• Carnival night El Pretérito Indefinido El Pretérito Imperfecto Regular Celebrations & Important Dates Learn about a typical night in southern Spain.
• Casa Madero: a winery in Mexico Free El Pretérito Indefinido Participio Verbos regulares -er (presente) Food & Drink Learn about Casa Madero, a winery in Mexico.
• Cathedral of Santa Maria de Vitoria El Pretérito Indefinido Preposición Por or Para? Art & Design Monuments, Tourism & Vacations Marcos went to see the cathedral of Santa Maria de Vitoria with his school.
• Christmas wishes El Pretérito Indefinido Verbo irregular El Pretérito Imperfecto Family & Relationships Maribel and her children enjoyed a beautiful shopping day at the mall.
• Co-official languages in Spain Género femenino Singular Gender of nouns in Spanish: masculine Language & Education Learn about other official languages in Spain.
• Color accessories Adjetivo Género femenino Regular Art & Design Dive into a world of vibrant expression with colorful socks.
• Color television El Pretérito Indefinido El Pretérito Imperfecto Género Technology & Science Learn about the discovery of color television.
• Colors and gender (A2) El Pretérito Imperfecto Nombre Verbo irregular Celebrations & Important Dates Explore the relationship between colors and gender.
• Colours for the kitchen Nombre Gender of nouns in Spanish: masculine Género Art & Design Learn about how to use some colours in the kitchen.
• Costa Rican flowers Plural Adjetivo Regular Sports & Leisure Learn about some flowers growing in Costa Rica.
• David Rees: Pencil sharpener El Pretérito Indefinido Verbo irregular El Pretérito Imperfecto Art & Design Employment Learn about this very unusual business.
• Diego Velázquez: a Spanish painter Nombre Gender of nouns in Spanish: masculine El Pretérito Indefinido Art & Design Famous People Learn about Miguel's favourite painter, Diego Velázquez.
• Diet in Latin American countries Nombre Singular Género femenino Food & Drink Some statistics about diet in Latin American countries.
• Digital technology El Presente Preposición Regular Technology & Science Marta relies a lot on new technologies.
• Discovering Cusco Nombre Género femenino Adjetivo Monuments, Tourism & Vacations Learn about Cusco, a famous Peruvian city.
• Don Quixote of La Mancha Regular Género femenino Gender of nouns in Spanish: masculine Literature, Poetry, Theatre Learn about the most famous Spanish novel.
• Donovan Carrillo: a prodigious Mexican figure skater Nombre Regular Género Famous People Sports & Leisure Learn about Donovan Carrillo, a Mexican figure skater.
• Drought El Pretérito Indefinido Regular Preposición Technology & Science Lucas tells us about drought in his town.
• Drums Nombre Preposición El Pretérito Indefinido Music Learn about the origin of drums.
• E-books Expressing desire (querer, gustar) Verbo modal Adjetivo Literature, Poetry, Theatre Technology & Science What do you think of e-books?
• Easter cake Free Adjetivo Regular Género femenino Food & Drink Celebrations & Important Dates Mariela loves eating Easter cakes!
• Easter getaway Género femenino Singular Regular Monuments, Tourism & Vacations Learn about the Easter getaway in Spain.
• Efficient clothes wash Verbos regulares -ar (presente) El Pretérito Indefinido Género femenino Technology & Science Meet Clara, the expert at laundry who makes washing clothes fast and easy!
• Elizabeth II of Spain Género femenino Nombre Singular Politics, History & Economics Learn about Elizabeth II of Spain.
• Empowering the visually impaired with AI Plural Nombre Singular Technology & Science Discover how artificial intelligence (AI) is transforming the lives of visually impaired, promoting inclusion and unlocking new possibilities.
• Enemies of plastic Plural Regular Nombre Technology & Science Learn about the plastic rebels, a movement against our synthetic overlord.
• Evenings with Jorge Javier Gender of nouns in Spanish: masculine Género Nombre Film & TV Learn about Jorge Javier, a famous TV presenter.
• Everything hurts! El Presente Plural Verbos con cambio ortográfico e > ie (presente) Sports & Leisure Ester goes to the doctor because she feels unwell.
• Exploring our inner genius El Imperativo Órdenes y peticiones Verbo modal Technology & Science Unlock the extraordinary power of your inner genius!
• Fashion influencers Nombre El Pretérito Imperfecto Verbos regulares -ar (presente) Art & Design Learn about fashion influencers in social media.
• Fashion trends for this autumn Plural Regular Nombre Sports & Leisure Almudena tells us about some fashion trends for this season.
• Francisco de Goya: a Spanish painter El Pretérito Indefinido El Pretérito Imperfecto Nombre Art & Design Famous People Learn some features about Francisco de Goya.
• Francisco Estrada: the Latin American father of electricity Adjetivo Nombre El Pretérito Indefinido Famous People Learn about the inspiring inventor Francisco Estrada.
• Frank Rubio: a Latino in the ISS El Presente Plural Adjetivo Technology & Science Explore the extraordinary life of Frank Rubio, NASA astronaut and army veteran.
• Fun at the fair El Pretérito Indefinido Preposición Regular Inés tells us about her last visit to a fun fair.
• Games for the brain Singular Gender of nouns in Spanish: masculine Género femenino Sports & Leisure Juan is unlocking his brain's potential with some fun games.
• Gazpacho recipe Órdenes y peticiones El Imperativo Oración subordinada temporal Food & Drink Fancy a fresh gazpacho?
• Gloria Fuertes: a famous poetess Gender of nouns in Spanish: masculine Género femenino Plural Famous People Literature, Poetry, Theatre Learn some lines from a written poem by Gloria Fuertes.
• Grape pickers Gender of nouns in Spanish: masculine Adjetivo Nombre Employment Manuel explains to us his work as a grape picker.
• Grapes and lentils to start the new year Nombre Género femenino Plural Celebrations & Important Dates Raquel tells us about her first Christmas in Mexico.
• Guided tour of the Zócalo Género femenino Nombre Órdenes y peticiones Monuments, Tourism & Vacations Explore the essence of Mexico City's Zócalo with our guided tour.
• Handicrafts from Ecuador Género femenino Plural Regular Art & Design Rodrigo has brought home many handicrafts from Ecuador.
• History of El Salvador Género femenino Singular Plural Politics, History & Economics Learn about the history of El Salvador.
• History of Latin American art Plural Singular Género Art & Design Learn about some history of Latin American art.
• Horseback riding in Santiago Adjetivo Género femenino Adjetivo invariable Sports & Leisure Ride into Santiago's beauty on horseback, where every moment is an adventure.
• How has entrepreneurship evolved? Free Adjetivo Nombre Plural Employment Learn about the main changes that have recently occurred in terms of entrepreneurship.
• How many hours does a teenager need to sleep? Preposición Nombre Género femenino Technology & Science Learn about teenagers and their recommended sleeping hours.
• How to write a good blog Género femenino Singular Nombre Technology & Science Learn some tips to write a good blog.
• I am an entrepreneur! El Presente Adjetivo Gender of nouns in Spanish: masculine Employment Learn about Sara's company
• I love Colacao! Adjetivo Verbo irregular El Presente Food & Drink Learn about this famous Spanish brand.
• I love you Adjetivo Regular Plural Celebrations & Important Dates Family & Relationships Sergio tells Daniel how much he loves him.
• I went back home! El Pretérito Perfecto Participio Verbo irregular Immigration & Citizenship Mariela just returned to her home country and she is very excited about it.
• I'm disappointed Preposición Expresión idiomática con "estar" Ser or Estar? Language & Education Benito tells us about his most recent disappointment.
• Icono Tower Singular Género femenino Nombre Art & Design Learn about the Icono Tower in Asuncion, Paraguay.
• In a karaoke bar El Pretérito Indefinido Verbo irregular Género femenino Music Marta tells us about the hilarious and unpredictable world of karaoke nights.
• In the Spanish Village Preposición Plural Nombre Art & Design Learn about this beautiful exhibition in Barcelona.
• Inclusive theatre El Pretérito Imperfecto El Futuro Próximo Nombre Literature, Poetry, Theatre Marian and her brother Manuel went to the theatre last night.
• Indian summer Singular Género femenino Regular Technology & Science Learn about the Indian summer in Spain.
• International Women's Day in Madrid Nombre Género femenino Singular Politics, History & Economics Celebrations & Important Dates Celeste and her friends celebrated International Women's Day in Madrid.
• Joanna of Castile El Pretérito Indefinido El Pretérito Imperfecto Verbo irregular Famous People Politics, History & Economics Learn about Joanna of Castile, a Spanish queen from the 15th-16th centuries.
• Laughter therapy El Presente Preposición Por or Para? Sports & Leisure Learn about laughter therapy.
• Learning some statistics Género femenino Nombre Género Technology & Science Statistics is a vital tool that enhances decision-making and understanding in many areas of life.
• Learning the guitar Singular Género femenino Gender of nouns in Spanish: masculine Music Lucas tells us about how he is learning to play the guitar.
• Learning to knit Plural Adjetivo Regular Art & Design Discover the artistry of knitting.
• Lost in cyberspace Pronombre indefinido El Pretérito Indefinido Verbo irregular Technology & Science Saray feels that surfing the Internet is overwhelming.
• Luca's great passion El Pretérito Imperfecto Verbo irregular El Pretérito Indefinido Sports & Leisure Luca tells us about his joy on two wheels.
• Luxury mansions Singular Género femenino Gender of nouns in Spanish: masculine Art & Design Susana tells us about a luxury mansion she saw in a catalogue.
• Manchitas: an adorable puppy El Pretérito Indefinido Verbos regulares -ar (presente) Pronombre de complemento directo Family & Relationships Meet Manchitas, an adorable puppy from the animal shelter.
• Mangú: a traditional Dominican dish El Imperativo Órdenes y peticiones Regular Cook a delicious mangú with us!
• Maria Teresa Ruiz: a Chilean astronomer Género femenino Nombre Regular Famous People Technology & Science Learn about Maria Teresa Ruiz and her work in astronomy.
• Marzipan recipe El Imperativo Órdenes y peticiones Modo imperativo Food & Drink Learn how to prepare marzipan.
• Mecano: a Spanish pop band El Pretérito Imperfecto Aspecto imperfectivo Verbo irregular Music Learn about Mecano, a famous Spanish band from the eighties.
• Mediterranean climate Verbo irregular El Pretérito Imperfecto El Pretérito Indefinido Technology & Science Mercedes tells us about the Mediterranean climate in southern Spain.
• Mus card game Free El Presente Nombre Género femenino Sports & Leisure Learn about the most famous Spanish card game.
• My cleaning shift El Presente Género femenino Nombre Family & Relationships My cleaning shift is about to begin!
• My family tree Preposición Plural Nombre Family & Relationships José is researching his family tree.
• My first mortgage Singular Regular Gender of nouns in Spanish: masculine Politics, History & Economics Daniela is feeling excited about getting her first home.
• My friend's apology Free El Presente Género femenino Pronombre Family & Relationships Roberto wrote a letter of apology to his friend Marta.
• My graduation dress Preposición Verbo irregular El Presente Art & Design Join Vanesa on a journey to find the perfect graduation dress.
• My grandma's fireplace Por or Para? El Presente Preposición Family & Relationships Learn about some fireplaces in little towns.
• My house is spotless! El Presente Preposición Verbos regulares -ar (presente) Technology & Science Santiago loves having clean floors without any effort on his part.
• My life as an astronaut El Presente Nombre Género femenino Employment Pedro tells us about his work as an astronaut.
• My mother's mood Adjetivo Singular Género femenino Family & Relationships Carolina tells us about her mother's mood.
• My pension plan for retirement Género femenino Nombre Singular Employment Ester just started a pension plan today.
• My sister's birth El Pretérito Indefinido Jerga/ Expresión idiomática Preposición Family & Relationships Juan tells us about his sister's birth.
• My spinning class Jerga/ Expresión idiomática El Pretérito Perfecto Nombre Sports & Leisure Magda tells us about her last spinning class at the gym.
• My work experience El Pretérito Imperfecto Verbos regulares -ar (presente) Modo indicativo Employment Maribel finished her work experience a couple of weeks ago and tells us how it went.
• My zumba instructor Adjetivo El Presente Adjetivo posesivo Sports & Leisure Discover the best Zumba classes by Paula.
• Mystery shopper El Presente Preposición Verbos regulares -ar (presente) Technology & Science Roberto works as a mystery shopper for several clothing stores.
• Navigating the beauty of Bay of Banderas El Pretérito Indefinido Regular El Pretérito Imperfecto Monuments, Tourism & Vacations Sail into the enchanting beauty of the Bay of Banderas.
• Olive Culture Museum Preposición Adjetivo Órdenes y peticiones Monuments, Tourism & Vacations Sports & Leisure Learn about the Olive Culture Museum in south Spain.
• On the hillside Regular El Pretérito Indefinido Preposición Sports & Leisure Santiago loves going to the hills in summer.
• Online videogames El Presente Jerga/ Expresión idiomática Verbo irregular Sports & Leisure Learn about the benefits of playing video games.
• Opening a bank account Preposición Por or Para? El Presente Politics, History & Economics Technology & Science Learn Spanish banking vocabulary.
• Orchids at home Género femenino Pronombre de complemento directo El Pretérito Indefinido Art & Design Sandra received two beautiful orchids for her birthday.
• OTI Festival El Pretérito Indefinido Plural Género Music Learn about this now-defunct song festival.
• Our mother's stew El Pretérito Indefinido Regular Gender of nouns in Spanish: masculine Food & Drink Nothing tastes better than a homemade stew in cold winter!
• Our Spanish teacher Nombre Adjetivo Género Language & Education Peter describes his new Spanish teacher.
• Pafman: a Spanish superhero Free Gender of nouns in Spanish: masculine El Pretérito Indefinido Regular Literature, Poetry, Theatre Do you know who Pafman is? Learn about this Spanish superhero.
• Paper fortune teller El Pretérito Imperfecto Aspecto imperfectivo Plural Sports & Leisure Marta used to play with a paper fortune teller when she was a child.
• Permaculture with kids Género femenino Nombre Género Technology & Science Permaculture teaches children about nature and sustainability through fun, hands-on activities.
• Plastic money Género femenino Preposición El Presente Politics, History & Economics Technology & Science Learn about an alternative payment to cash.
• Police forces in Spain Adjetivo Plural Singular Politics, History & Economics United in purpose, yet distinct in their roles, Spain's diverse police forces form an unbreakable shield of protection and ensure the safety of every corner of the nation.
• Positive thinking El Pretérito Indefinido Verbo irregular Pronombre interrogativo y exclamativo Family & Relationships Bad day at work? You can always turn this situation around!
• Problems at the hotel El Pretérito Imperfecto El Pretérito Indefinido Aspecto imperfectivo Monuments, Tourism & Vacations Practise El Pretérito Indefinido, El Pretérito Imperfecto and the position of pronouns.
• Radio or TV? El Presente Género femenino Nombre Film & TV Pablo tells us about his and his grandmother's media preferences.
• Remembering past times Singular Gender of nouns in Spanish: masculine Género femenino Family & Relationships Sara loves remembering past times.
• Ricardo Porro: a Cuban architect Preposición El Pretérito Indefinido Género femenino Art & Design Learn about Ricardo Porro, a well-known Cuban architect.
• Rokeby Venus Género femenino Género Verbo irregular Art & Design Iker just visited a museum where he saw a painting by Velázquez.
• Rosario Castellanos: a feminist Mexican poet Nombre Género femenino Gender of nouns in Spanish: masculine Famous People Literature, Poetry, Theatre Learn about Rosario Castellanos, a feminist Mexican poet.
• Sahrawi children in Spain Género femenino Nombre Gender of nouns in Spanish: masculine Immigration & Citizenship Learn about a project that welcomes Sahrawi children in Spain every summer.
• Saying goodbye to the year in the mountains Género femenino Gender of nouns in Spanish: masculine Singular Discover a healthy tradition to say goodbye to the year.
• Shopping in Sucre Género femenino Gender of nouns in Spanish: masculine Singular Food & Drink José tells us about shopping at a local market in Sucre.
• Some memories at the end of the year Género femenino Preposición Regular Celebrations & Important Dates In 2023, Luciana's life wove change, challenges and joys.
• Some pictures from our safari Género femenino Adjetivo Preposición Monuments, Tourism & Vacations Amaya shares some stunning moments with us from her safari adventure.
• Sorting the waste for recycling Gender of nouns in Spanish: masculine Nombre Plural Technology & Science Miguel is explaining to Marcos how to recycle in Spain.
• Soulmates El Pretérito Indefinido Verbos regulares -ar (presente) Modo indicativo Family & Relationships Elena seems to have recently found her soulmate!
• Spain by bike Free El Pretérito Indefinido Verbo irregular El Pretérito Perfecto Monuments, Tourism & Vacations Sports & Leisure Maria and Luis love riding their bikes around Spain.
• Squatters at home El Pretérito Indefinido El Pretérito Imperfecto Regular Family & Relationships Learn about this current housing phenomenon in Spain.
• Stairs and superstitions Género Plural Singular Literature, Poetry, Theatre Discover intriguing superstitions from Spanish-speaking countries.
• Tania León: a Cuban conductor Regular Adjetivo Nombre Music Learn about Tania León, a famous Cuban conductor.
• Tartalo: a cyclops from the Basque Country El Pretérito Imperfecto Verbo irregular El Presente Literature, Poetry, Theatre Learn about Tartalo, a famous cyclops from the Basque Country.
• Tea addicts El Presente Verbos regulares -ar (presente) Verbo irregular Food & Drink Ester and Sandra tell us about their favourite drink.
• Technology in training Género femenino Nombre Plural Technology & Science Explore how cutting-edge technology transforms Olympic training.
• Thanksgiving Day El Pretérito Indefinido Verbo irregular Verbos regulares -ar (presente) Celebrations & Important Dates Felipe tells us about his Thanksgiving dinner.
• The city of Huelva Preposición Verbo irregular Expressing desire (querer, gustar) Monuments, Tourism & Vacations Learn about the city of Huelva and its beaches.
• The Guelaguetza in Oaxaca Género femenino Gender of nouns in Spanish: masculine Singular Celebrations & Important Dates María tells us about a wonderful festival in Oaxaca, Mexico.
• The ideal partner El Presente El Pretérito Perfecto Expresión idiomática con "tener" Family & Relationships Susana describes her ideal partner.
• The perfect combination of extracurricular activities Género Nombre Género femenino Language & Education Álvaro is embarking on the exhilarating journey of finding the ultimate combination of extracurricular pursuits.
• The Prince of Salsa Adjetivo Singular Género femenino Music Meet Luis Enrique Mejía, The Prince of Salsa.
• The psychology of fencing duels Género femenino Nombre Adjetivo Sports & Leisure Fencing duels: the psychology of tactical brilliance.
• The pyramids of Tikal Plural Singular Nombre Monuments, Tourism & Vacations Learn about the pyramids of Tikal in Guatemala.
• The queen of fajitas El Pretérito Indefinido Verbos regulares -ar (presente) Verbo irregular Food & Drink Guadalupe loves when her roommate cooks fajitas.
• The role of composting in zero waste El Presente Verbo irregular Preposición Technology & Science Reduce landfill waste and create natural fertilizer at home with easy composting.
• The Southern Patagonian Ice Field Nombre Singular El Presente Monuments, Tourism & Vacations Discover the awe-inspiring beauty of the Southern Patagonian Ice Field.
• The Spanish Christmas Lottery El Pretérito Perfecto Regular Participio Celebrations & Important Dates Learn about the Spanish Christmas Lottery known as El Gordo.
• The world of bees El Presente Adjetivo Verbo irregular Technology & Science Learn about the vital role of bees in our ecosystem.
• The Zacatal Bridge Género femenino Nombre Plural Art & Design Learn about The Zacatal Bridge in Mexico.
• Three King's cake recipe El Imperativo Órdenes y peticiones Regular Food & Drink Celebrations & Important Dates Make a delicious Three King's cake with our recipe.
• Toad in the hole game Género femenino Nombre Singular Sports & Leisure Learn about the Peruvian toad in the hole game.
• Traditional dishes for Carnival Singular Nombre Plural Food & Drink Celebrations & Important Dates Learn about some traditional dishes for Carnival in Latin American countries.
• Travelling in a hot air balloon with dad El Pretérito Indefinido Verbos regulares -ar (presente) El Pretérito Imperfecto Monuments, Tourism & Vacations Macarena went on a balloon ride with her dad.
• Trick or treat! El Presente Por or Para? Preposición Celebrations & Important Dates Halloween is here and waiting for you!
• Vasco Núñez de Balboa: discoverer of the Pacific Ocean Preposición Nombre Regular Politics, History & Economics Learn about Vasco Nuñez de Balboa, discoverer of the Pacific Ocean.
• Vibrant Mexican art: the power of drawing Género femenino Nombre El Presente Art & Design The power of drawing brings vibrant Mexican art to life.
• Volunteering in a nursing home El Pretérito Imperfecto Verbo irregular Modo indicativo Employment Nicolás and Mateo tell us about their work experience with elderly people.
• Water polo Verbo irregular El Presente El Pretérito Indefinido Sports & Leisure Juan tells us about water polo, his favourite sport.
• Water-skiing in Gerona El Pretérito Imperfecto Regular El Pretérito Indefinido Sports & Leisure María tells us about her water-skiing experience.
• Weekend in Barcelona Free Regular Género femenino El Pretérito Indefinido Monuments, Tourism & Vacations Antonio tells us about his weekend in Barcelona.
• What did you do on Halloween night last year? El Pretérito Indefinido Verbo irregular El Pretérito Imperfecto Celebrations & Important Dates Leandro tells us about what he did last halloween.
• What is emotional intelligence? Género femenino Regular Singular Family & Relationships Learn about the concept of emotional intelligence.
• Where is the market? Participio El Pretérito Perfecto Verbos regulares -er (presente) Monuments, Tourism & Vacations Macarena needs to find the market in order to buy groceries for her mother.
• Who is Alejandro Amenábar? El Pretérito Indefinido Adjetivo Regular Film & TV Learn about this famous Spanish director.
• Who will bring my Christmas presents? Preposición Género femenino Plural Celebrations & Important Dates Discover who will bring your Christmas presents in Spain this year.
• Why are Spanish schedules so different? Género femenino Singular Regular Politics, History & Economics Have you ever wondered why the schedules in Spain are different compared to its European neighbours?
• Wind instruments united in fun and music Regular Adjetivo Género femenino Music See how Samuel and his wind instrument friends blend joy and melodies together.
• Work from anywhere in the world! Órdenes y peticiones Conjunción subordinante Género Employment Technology & Science Discover some of the advantages of working remotely.
• Working from home - an opinion Regular Preposición Plural Technology & Science Rodrigo tells us his experience when working from home.
• World Book Day Verbs in Spanish Participio Conjunción subordinante Celebrations & Important Dates Here's how World Book Day is celebrated in Catalonia.
• Yulimar Rojas: a Latin American athlete El Pretérito Indefinido El Pretérito Imperfecto Regular Famous People Sports & Leisure Learn about Yulimar Rojas, an excellent Latin American athlete.
• Zero plastic policies Preposición Por or Para? Participio Technology & Science Our city is going green with new rules to protect nature!

B1: Intermediate Spanish writing exercises

• 5G network El Futuro Simple Verbos regulares -ir (presente) Verbos regulares -ar (presente) Technology & Science Learn about the 5G network.
• 6th of January El Futuro Simple Verbos regulares -er (presente) Verbos regulares -ir (presente) Celebrations & Important Dates Eduardo is thinking about the 6th of January in order to get his Christmas presents.
• A bumpy flight El Pretérito Imperfecto Jerga/ Expresión idiomática Regular Monuments, Tourism & Vacations Rosa tells us about her bumpy flight to Costa Rica.
• A Christmas jumper Pronombre Modo subjuntivo Pronombre de complemento directo Art & Design Marcos must wear a Christmas jumper (US: sweater) for a party, but he is not very excited about it.
• A day among dolphins El Futuro Simple Verbos regulares -er (presente) Verbos regulares -ir (presente) Family & Relationships Marisa tells us about her mother's passion: dolphins.
• A family lunch on Easter Sunday Verbos regulares -er (presente) Verbos regulares -ir (presente) Verbos regulares -ar (presente) Celebrations & Important Dates Family & Relationships Javier tells us about what lunch on Easter Sunday is like for his family.
• A gala evening Adjetivo El Futuro Simple Pronombre de complemento indirecto Art & Design Sara has received an invitation for a special event.
• A Halloween wish Pronombre de complemento indirecto Pronombre de complemento directo Pronombre Celebrations & Important Dates Daniela tells us about her special Halloween wish.
• A human anatomy class El Imperativo Tilde diacrítica Pronombre relativo Technology & Science Dive into the marvels of the human body in our anatomy class!
• A jungle trip El Condicional Simple Verbos regulares (condicional) Pronombre de complemento indirecto Monuments, Tourism & Vacations Andrea tells us about her ideal holiday.
• A luxurious stay in Madrid Pronombre El Futuro Simple Pronombre relativo Monuments, Tourism & Vacations Stay in a top luxurious hotel in Madrid!
• A magic show in hospital Pronombre de complemento directo El Futuro Simple Pronombre de complemento indirecto Employment Alberto is starting a new job next week in a hospital.
• A Mediterranean breakfast El Presente de Subjuntivo Modo subjuntivo Verbos regulares -er (presente) Food & Drink This food company has prepared a magnificent Mediterranean breakfast for you to start your day!
• A night hike El Pretérito Imperfecto Verbos regulares -ar (presente) El Pretérito Indefinido Sports & Leisure Experience the thrill of a night hike with María and Alberto.
• A photo of our grandparents El Pretérito Imperfecto Regular Ser or Estar? Family & Relationships Two brothers show us a heartwarming snapshot of their cherished grandparents.
• A roadside breakdown El Pretérito Indefinido Verbos regulares -ar (presente) Jerga/ Expresión idiomática Technology & Science Juan's roadside breakdown transformed his routine drive into an unexpected adventure.
• A romantic dinner Preposición Adjetivo Pronombre Family & Relationships Sergio and Tania have a romantic dinner.
• A second chance Pronombre de complemento indirecto Pronombre de complemento directo Pronombre Family & Relationships Manuela is asking Mateo to give their relationship a second chance.
• A Tinder date El Pretérito Imperfecto Modo subjuntivo Jerga/ Expresión idiomática Family & Relationships Technology & Science Learn about Tomás's Tinder date.
• A trip to Majorca El Presente de Subjuntivo Modo subjuntivo El Pretérito Indefinido Monuments, Tourism & Vacations Discover the beautiful city of Majorca.
• A video game night El Pretérito Imperfecto El Pretérito Indefinido Verbos regulares -ar (presente) Sports & Leisure Learn about the benefits of playing with video games.
• A weekend in the Pyrenees El Pretérito Indefinido Pronombre reflexivo El Pretérito Imperfecto Sports & Leisure Last weekend, Samuel and his friends ventured out of the city to seek adventure in the magnificent Pyrenees.
• A wonderful gardener Written accents in Spanish El Imperativo Gerundio/Spanish present participle Art & Design Learn about Pedro, a high-skilled gardener.
• Acupuncture Adjetivo Artículo definido Tilde diacrítica Sports & Leisure Learn about acupuncture in Spanish.
• Adventures with friends El Pretérito Indefinido Verbo irregular Verbos regulares -ar (presente) Monuments, Tourism & Vacations Raquel loves spending time with her friends and going on trips with them.
• All Saints' Day Adjetivo indefinido Voz pasiva La pasiva refleja Celebrations & Important Dates Learn about how All Saints' Day is celebrated in Spain.
• As bestas by Rodrigo Sorogoyen Adjetivo Participio Género femenino Film & TV Discover As bestas, a Spanish thriller by the film director Rodrigo Sorogoyen.
• At Carlos Baute's concert Jerga/ Expresión idiomática El Pretérito Indefinido El Pretérito Imperfecto Music María Fernanda went to a Carlos Baute's concert, a famous Venezuelan singer.
• At summer camp Written accents in Spanish Nombre Pronombre de complemento directo Employment Sports & Leisure Maribel feels very excited about working as a group leader at a summer camp.
• At the butcher's Written accents in Spanish Tilde diacrítica Pronombre indefinido Food & Drink Learn how to order some meat at the butcher's.
• At the gym Pronombre de complemento indirecto Pronombre de complemento directo El Presente de Subjuntivo Sports & Leisure Samuel wants to lose some weight and keep healthy.
• At the local gym El Pretérito Indefinido Verbo irregular Irregulares en Indefinido/mismas terminaciones Sports & Leisure Pedro tells us about his workout at the local gym.
• At the Magic Fountain of Montjuïc Pronombre impersonal Voz pasiva La pasiva refleja Celebrations & Important Dates Ester plans to start the New Year at the Magic Fountain of Montjuïc.
• At the market Pronombre de complemento indirecto Tilde diacrítica Pronombre de complemento directo Food & Drink Join us at the market for a delightful shopping experience.
• At the pediatrician Pronombre de complemento directo Pronombre de complemento indirecto El Imperativo Family & Relationships Lucia's baby is not feeling well and she is at the pediatrician to get some advice.
• At the street market Adjetivo Written accents in Spanish Adjetivo indefinido Food & Drink Learn about the most famous street market in Madrid.
• At the tourist office Pronombre de complemento indirecto Tilde diacrítica Pronombre de complemento directo Monuments, Tourism & Vacations Mónica and Ángel are at the tourist office to get some information for their day trip to San Jose.
• At the vet El Imperativo Pronombre de complemento indirecto Modo imperativo Family & Relationships Rodrigo takes Max to the vet as he is not feeling well.
• B-Travel Barcelona: a tourism fair Adjetivo Superlativo El Condicional Simple Monuments, Tourism & Vacations Learn about this interesting tourism fair in Barcelona.
• Baroque in Latin America Pronombre reflexivo Pronombre de complemento indirecto Voz pasiva Art & Design Learn about the baroque in Latin America.
• Bartering El Imperativo El Futuro Simple Verbo irregular Politics, History & Economics Technology & Science Interested in exchanging your stuff without using money?
• Buena Vista Social Club: a Cuban band Pronombre de complemento indirecto Adjetivo El Pretérito Indefinido Music Learn about the Buena Vista Social Club, a famous Cuban band.
• Buying a second home in Spain Nombre Género femenino Género Politics, History & Economics This couple feels very excited about buying a house in Spain for their retirement.
• Captain Thunder El Pretérito Indefinido Verbos regulares -ar (presente) El Pretérito Imperfecto Literature, Poetry, Theatre Ramiro tells us about Captain Thunder.
• Challenges of zero waste living Adjetivo Gerundio/Spanish present participle Pronombre relativo Technology & Science Adopting zero waste in a consumer-driven world is challenging.
• Changing schools Nombre Género femenino Género Language & Education María is starting at a new school.
• Cheap smart homes Pronombre de complemento indirecto El Futuro Simple Pronombre de complemento directo Technology & Science Learn about how to set up a cheap smart home.
• Circuit of Jarama El Pretérito Imperfecto Pronombre de complemento directo Pronombre de complemento indirecto Sports & Leisure Learn about Rodrigo, a high-speed motorcyclist.
• Classical music in Mexico Verbo irregular El Pretérito Indefinido Written accents in Spanish Music Learn about classical music in Mexico.
• Cleaning bots: revolutionizing household cleaning Written accents in Spanish Tilde diacrítica Nombre Technology & Science Transform your cleaning routine with revolutionary cleaning bots!
• Climbing up and down stairs Pronombre relativo Adjetivo indefinido Género femenino Sports & Leisure Explore the benefits for your health and well-being by climbing the stairs.
• Coaching to improve family relationships Verbo modal Gerundio/Spanish present participle Adjetivo demostrativo Family & Relationships Learn about coaching techniques to improve family relationships.
• Coffee in the morning Tilde diacrítica Written accents in Spanish Pronombre de complemento directo Food & Drink Mar really enjoys having a coffee in the morning.
• Costa del Sol in Málaga El Futuro Simple Verbos regulares -ir (presente) Verbos regulares -ar (presente) Monuments, Tourism & Vacations Lucía has booked a holiday in Málaga.
• Courtyards in Cordoba Adjetivo Jerga/ Expresión idiomática Expressing desire (querer, gustar) Celebrations & Important Dates Learn about this famous festival in Cordoba.
• Cuban collective memory Nombre Género femenino Género Politics, History & Economics Immerse yourself in the vibrant tapestry of Cuban collective memory.
• Darien National Park El Futuro Simple Adjetivo Nombre Sports & Leisure Discover Darien National Park, a beautiful nature reserve in Panama.
• Discovering Old Havana El Imperativo El Presente de Subjuntivo Órdenes y peticiones Monuments, Tourism & Vacations Uncover the captivating history of Old Havana's charming streets.
• Drag Queen gala in Gran Canaria El Pretérito Indefinido Verbo irregular El Pretérito Imperfecto Celebrations & Important Dates Have you ever been to the Drag Queen gala of Gran Canaria?
• Drawing basics: getting started with lines and shapes Órdenes y peticiones El Futuro Simple Preposición Art & Design Learn about some drawing basics.
• Drizzle Pronombre de complemento directo Pronombre de complemento indirecto Pronombre reflexivo Technology & Science Learn about the rain in the Basque Country, in northern Spain.
• Dust-covered treasure El Pretérito Indefinido El Pretérito Imperfecto Verbos regulares -ar (presente) Family & Relationships Ester found a little treasure while she was cleaning her house.
• Dyango and his song nostalgia Nombre El Pretérito Indefinido Género femenino Music Learn about Dyango and his renamed song "Nostalgia".
• Eating out Modo subjuntivo El Presente de Subjuntivo Expressing desire (querer, gustar) Food & Drink Do you like eating out?
• Ecotourism in Los Picos de Europa El Futuro Simple Oración condicional con si El Presente Monuments, Tourism & Vacations Discover Los Picos de Europa, a beautiful mountain range in northern Spain.
• Edgar Arandia: Bolivian poet and painter El Pretérito Indefinido Written accents in Spanish Tilde diacrítica Famous People Learn about Edgar Arandia, a Bolivian poet and painter.
• Elegy, by Miguel Hernández El Pretérito Indefinido Gender of nouns in Spanish: masculine Género Literature, Poetry, Theatre Discover a famous poem by Miguel Hernández.
• Emerging talents El Pretérito Indefinido Género Nombre Sports & Leisure Discover some extraordinary young athletes who stole the limelight at the 2020 Tokyo Olympics with their incredible talent.
• Energy healing El Pretérito Imperfecto Verbo irregular El Pretérito Indefinido Technology & Science Sofia found a special garden that helped her heal in a way medicine couldn't.
• Everything was about green! Adjetivo Nombre Género femenino Art & Design Learn about the meanings of the colour green.
• Executive coaching El Pretérito Indefinido Verbo modal Pronombre de complemento indirecto Family & Relationships Learn about executive coaching.
• Extremoduro: a Spanish rock band Jerga/ Expresión idiomática Verbos regulares -ar (presente) El Futuro Simple Music Marisa loves Extremoduro and is looking forward to their next concert.
• Facundo Cabral: voice of a generation Nombre Género femenino Gender of nouns in Spanish: masculine Famous People Learn about Facundo Cabral's timeless legacy.
• Flying across the sky Adjetivo Pronombre reflexivo Pronombre de complemento directo Technology & Science Here's one superhero who really enjoys flying!
• From skateparks to mountains: the world of extreme sports Pronombre Pronombre reflexivo Pronombre de complemento directo Sports & Leisure Embark with Rubén on an exhilarating journey from skateparks to mountains and explore the captivating world of extreme sports.
• Fun baby shower games El Futuro Simple Verbos regulares -ir (presente) Verbos regulares -ar (presente) Family & Relationships Do you need any fun ideas for baby shower games? Have a look at these ones!
• Gandía beach Verbos regulares -ar (presente) El Futuro Simple Verbos regulares -er (presente) Monuments, Tourism & Vacations Discover Gandía beach on the Valencian coast.
• Garcia Baquero for cheese fans El Futuro Simple Adjetivo Tilde diacrítica Food & Drink Maria's mother would like to visit this cheese factory in Spain.
• Gardening at home Written accents in Spanish El Pretérito Indefinido Conjunción Sports & Leisure Growing her own garden has turned Maria's fascination with plants and vegetables into a delicious reality.
• Ghosts at home El Futuro Simple Pronombre de complemento indirecto Pronombre Technology & Science Carolina tells us about her haunted house.
• Global health Adjetivo Verbos regulares -er (presente) Verbo irregular Technology & Science Paco is reflecting on this year's health challenge.
• Halloween, the party that moves millions of dollars worldwide Tilde diacrítica Written accents in Spanish Conjunción coordinante Celebrations & Important Dates Learn how Halloween means big business in different countries.
• History of fencing Nombre Género femenino Género Sports & Leisure A look at the history of fencing through the centuries.
• History of the toy Nombre Género femenino Género Politics, History & Economics Explore the enchanting history of the toy.
• Holidays in the sun or in the snow? Pronombre de complemento indirecto Adjetivo indefinido Tilde diacrítica Monuments, Tourism & Vacations Lisa is not sure whether to spend her holidays in the sun or in the snow.
• How do Mexicans celebrate Easter? Gerundio/Spanish present participle Preposición Voz pasiva Celebrations & Important Dates Learn about Easter in Mexico.
• How to burn calories in a healthy way El Futuro Simple Verbos regulares -er (presente) Verbos regulares -ir (presente) Sports & Leisure Juan Antonio tells us how to burn calories quickly.
• How to compete to be a firefighter Adjetivo Pronombre numeral Género Employment You must pass a competitive exam to become a firefighter in Spain.
• How to have beautiful healthy hair Adjetivo Género femenino Written accents in Spanish Technology & Science Susana advises us how to take care of our hair.
• Humour and mood Género Gender of nouns in Spanish: masculine El Presente de Subjuntivo Film & TV Estrella loves watching fun shows to have a good time.
• I heard a rumor El Pretérito Indefinido El Futuro Simple El Pretérito Imperfecto Family & Relationships School corridors buzzed with whispers of a surprise concert by a famous band: truth or just a hopeful rumor?
• I love swimming! Género femenino Gender of nouns in Spanish: masculine Regular Sports & Leisure Thomas tells us about his love for swimming and his hope to one day dive from up high!
• Ice climbing El Futuro Simple Verbos regulares -ar (presente) Verbos regulares -er (presente) Sports & Leisure Andrés feels very excited about going ice climbing in southern Spain.
• Ida Holz: an Uruguayan computer scientist El Pretérito Indefinido Nombre Género femenino Famous People Did you know that Ida Holz is one of the pioneers in computer science in Uruguay?
• Ideas for your garden El Condicional Simple Tilde diacrítica Written accents in Spanish Art & Design Running out of ideas to organise your garden?
• Ideas to start a business in Chile Adjetivo Nombre El Presente de Subjuntivo Employment Learn about some top business ideas to thrive in Chile's booming market.
• In a mathematics competition El Pretérito Indefinido El Pretérito Imperfecto Nombre Language & Education Participating in a school mathematics competition was an exhilarating challenge that left Andrea both tested and rewarded.
• In a motorcycle rally El Futuro Simple Tilde diacrítica Género femenino Sports & Leisure Marina tells us about her next motorcycle rally in Valladolid.
• In love with life Pronombre de complemento indirecto Pronombre de complemento directo Adjetivo Family & Relationships Meet Manuela, a woman in life with her life.
• In the Masaya Volcano Modo subjuntivo Preposición El Presente de Subjuntivo Technology & Science Learn about the Masaya Volcano in Nicaragua.
• It's already spring in Chile Pronombre relativo Tilde diacrítica Pronombre impersonal Monuments, Tourism & Vacations Patricia tells us about spring in Chile.
• Language acquisition Nombre Género Género femenino Language & Education Learn about Chomsky's revolutionary insights on language acquisition.
• Languages in Honduras Adjetivo Género Written accents in Spanish Language & Education Learn about the different languages that exist in Honduras.
• Lessons about emotional intelligence Pronombre reflexivo Pronombre de complemento indirecto Pronombre Family & Relationships Learn some useful tips for emotional intelligence.
• Like water for chocolate Adjetivo Participio Verbos regulares -ir (presente) Literature, Poetry, Theatre Sonia tells about the last novel that she and her mother are reading.
• Love on the train Pronombre Pronombre de complemento directo Pronombre reflexivo Family & Relationships Gabriela thinks she might have found love on the train.
• Love or just friends? Pronombre de complemento indirecto Adverbio Adjetivo Celebrations & Important Dates Family & Relationships Mercedes is thinking about telling her friend about her true feelings.
• Lucuma ice cream Pronombre de complemento indirecto Adverbio Tilde diacrítica Food & Drink Silvia tries lucuma ice cream, where each scoop is a taste of paradise.
• Machu Picchu Verbos regulares -ar (presente) El Futuro Simple Verbos regulares -er (presente) Sports & Leisure Tania will soon be travelling to Machu Picchu with her sister.
• Martín Fiz: a Spanish athlete Free El Pretérito Indefinido El Pretérito Perfecto Jerga/ Expresión idiomática Famous People Sports & Leisure Learn about Martín Fiz, a famous Spanish athlete.
• Melon with ham Pronombre de complemento directo El Imperativo Pronombre de complemento indirecto Food & Drink Learn about this refreshing summer dish.
• Mexican film directors Nombre Adjetivo Written accents in Spanish Film & TV Let's explore how three Mexican masters of cinema have captivated audiences worldwide.
• Military service in Latin America Written accents in Spanish Conjunción Tilde diacrítica Politics, History & Economics Learn about the military service in several Latin American countries.
• Mindfulness at work El Futuro Simple Verbos regulares -ir (presente) Verbos regulares -ar (presente) Sports & Leisure Rosa is happy to start a mindfulness course at work.
• Moisturising my skin Pronombre de complemento directo Pronombre de complemento indirecto Modo subjuntivo Family & Relationships Pedro takes good care of his skin.
• My boyfriend Carlos Pronombre de complemento indirecto Pronombre Pronombre reflexivo Family & Relationships Ana tells us about her boyfriend Carlos.
• My cousins' recipes El Pretérito Indefinido Adjetivo Adverbio de cantidad Food & Drink Explore the delicious culinary world of Sandra's cousins.
• My dream house Adjetivo El Condicional Simple Género femenino Art & Design Isabel tells us about her dream house.
• My dream last night El Pretérito Indefinido El Pretérito Imperfecto Pronombre Sports & Leisure Teresa had an odd dream last night.
• My female friends and me Pronombre reflexivo Adverbio de cantidad Conjunción coordinante Art & Design Join Blanca and friends in a world of trust and endless adventures.
• My ideal outfit El Condicional Simple Verbos regulares (condicional) Verbo irregular Art & Design Susana describes her ideal outfit.
• National Capitol building Adjetivo Nombre Superlativo Art & Design Learn about this emblematic building in La Havana.
• New Year's Eve music in Mexico Adjetivo Género femenino Plural Music On New Year's Eve in Mexico, the streets buzz with traditional music.
• New Year's resolutions El Futuro Simple Verbos regulares -ir (presente) Verbos regulares -ar (presente) Celebrations & Important Dates Saúl tells us his New Year's resolutions.
• No Internet connection! Pronombre Adverbio Verbos regulares -er (presente) Technology & Science Have you ever remained without an internet connection without notice?
• One Hundred Years of Solitude Nombre Adjetivo Pronombre relativo Literature, Poetry, Theatre Explore the enchanting world of 'One hundred years of solitude' by Gabriel García Márquez.
• Open-air dances El Pretérito Imperfecto Aspecto imperfectivo Preposición Sports & Leisure Carlos tells us about open-air dances in Spain.
• Our adventure in The Andes El Pretérito Indefinido Jerga/ Expresión idiomática Preposición Monuments, Tourism & Vacations Mariana and Fabián travelled to The Andes in 2016.
• Our Christmas lunch Adjetivo Participio Género Food & Drink Celebrations & Important Dates On December 25th, Sonia's home fills with the enticing aroma of a special Christmas meal.
• Our honeymoon in Punta Cana Participio El Pretérito Perfecto Pronombre reflexivo Ramón and Clara are in Punta Cana for their honeymoon.
• Pablo Neruda: a Chilean poet El Pretérito Indefinido Adjetivo Nombre Literature, Poetry, Theatre Learn about Pablo Neruda, an extraordinary Chilean poet.
• Pagos del Rey Wine Museum El Futuro Simple Voz pasiva Written accents in Spanish Food & Drink Discover a wonderful place for wine lovers.
• Park workout Verbos regulares -ir (presente) El Futuro Simple Verbos regulares -er (presente) Sports & Leisure Are you a fan of park workouts?
• Party time Regular Adjetivo Género femenino Family & Relationships Practise El Futuro Simple, El Pretérito Pluscuamperfecto and El Subjuntivo to express wishes, probability and to give negative commands.
• Partying in Tenerife Verbos regulares -ar (presente) El Pretérito Indefinido El Futuro Simple Celebrations & Important Dates Learn about the carnival of Tenerife.
• Pasodoble Free Pronombre de complemento indirecto Pronombre de complemento directo Pronombre reflexivo Music Learn about this famous Spanish dance.
• Paula and Bea Pronombre reflexivo Verbos pronominales Género Family & Relationships Learn about Paula and Bea's relationship.
• Pedro Paulet: a Peruvian genius El Pretérito Indefinido Verbos regulares -ar (presente) Pronombre relativo Famous People Technology & Science Discover who Pedro Paulet was.
• Pisco chilcano El Imperativo El Presente de Subjuntivo Órdenes y peticiones Food & Drink Discover a classic Peruvian cocktail.
• Playing a hand drum in Jerez Pronombre de complemento directo Pronombre de complemento indirecto Pronombre reflexivo Carlos tells us about hand drums in Jerez.
• Playing with the spinning top El Pretérito Imperfecto Verbos regulares -er (presente) Verbo irregular Sports & Leisure Learn about the traditional spinning top toy.
• Pottery in Pereruela El Pretérito Indefinido Tilde diacrítica Verbos regulares -ar (presente) Art & Design Isabel visited a pottery factory in north Spain.
• Public examinations El Futuro Simple Pronombre de complemento indirecto Verbos regulares -er (presente) Employment Language & Education Roberto dreams about becoming a firefighter.
• Red poppies Pronombre Modo subjuntivo Pronombre de complemento directo Art & Design Learn about this spring flower.
• Reverse culture shock Pronombre reflexivo Pronombre de complemento indirecto Pronombre de complemento directo Immigration & Citizenship Irene tells us about her experience of being back home after having lived abroad for many years.
• Riojan-style potato recipe El Imperativo El Presente de Subjuntivo Órdenes y peticiones Food & Drink Marisa tells us the recipe to cook Riojan-style potatoes for lunch.
• Robots to look after children Pronombre de complemento directo Pronombre de complemento indirecto Pronombre reflexivo Technology & Science Did you know that robots are used to help out with children at home?
• Salvador Dalí: a Spanish painter El Pretérito Indefinido Pronombre de complemento directo Regular Art & Design Famous People Learn about Salvador Dalí.
• San Sebastián International Film Festival Adjetivo Gender of nouns in Spanish: masculine Género femenino Film & TV Discover why San Sebastian's Film Festival is so famous in Spain!
• Sardanas in Catalonia El Pretérito Indefinido Pronombre relativo Verbo irregular Music Marcos enjoyed watching the sardanas when he visited Catalonia.
• Singing in the shower Pronombre de complemento directo Written accents in Spanish Adverbio interrogativo Sports & Leisure Paco tells us about his favourite hobby.
• Singing with my family Adjetivo Jerga/ Expresión idiomática El Futuro Simple Family & Relationships Blanca loves singing with her family on Christmas day.
• Skiing in Candanchu El Pretérito Imperfecto Expressing habits (soler vs tenses) Pronombre de complemento directo Sports & Leisure Marta tells us about some of her skiing memories.
• Social Media Marketing El Condicional Simple Verbos regulares (condicional) Aspecto imperfectivo Technology & Science Ana tells us about her last marketing class.
• Soil regeneration techniques Género femenino Género Nombre Technology & Science Dive into the transformative world of soil regeneration, a key step towards a sustainable future.
• Spanish folklore notes Nombre Gender of nouns in Spanish: masculine Adjetivo Music Learn about some traditional Spanish folklore.
• Spanish guitar Verbos regulares -ir (presente) Participio Verbos regulares -ar (presente) Music Learn about the Spanish guitar.
• Staying positive Pronombre de complemento indirecto Pronombre de complemento directo Pronombre Family & Relationships Discover Mario's tips to stay positive.
• Stuck on the M30 Jerga/ Expresión idiomática Written accents in Spanish Tilde diacrítica Employment Almudena is stuck on the traffic when gping to work.
• Sunday lunch table talk Adjetivo Nombre Género femenino Family & Relationships Learn about what a table talk is to spice up the weekend.
• Sustainable fabrics Pronombre de complemento indirecto Pronombre de complemento directo Pronombre Art & Design Discover why Maribel prefers to buy sustainable clothes.
• Sustainable summer wardrobes El Imperativo Written accents in Spanish Tilde diacrítica Art & Design Refresh your summer wardrobe sustainably and reduce environmental impact!
• Tacos and enchiladas Adjetivo Nombre Género femenino Food & Drink Ingrid tells us about the specialties from her restaurant.
• Take a picture of me here! Modo subjuntivo Pronombre El Presente de Subjuntivo Monuments, Tourism & Vacations Pedro and Soraya are taking in the tourist sights of Madrid.
• Tango Jerga/ Expresión idiomática Pronombre de complemento directo Pronombre de complemento indirecto Music Eugenia's favourite dance is the tango.
• Tastes from Spain Verbos regulares -er (presente) Verbos regulares -ir (presente) Verbos regulares -ar (presente) Food & Drink Learn about some traditional Spanish food.
• The benefits of napping Adjetivo Apócope Nombre Sports & Leisure Learn about the benefits of napping.
• The best coffee in the world Adjetivo Superlativo Pronombre de complemento indirecto Food & Drink Guillermo tells us about a very special type of coffee.
• The best concert ever! Free Plural Singular Nombre Music Practice El Indefinido and El Imperfecto past tenses.
• The best things to do in Asuncion Written accents in Spanish Tilde diacrítica El Pretérito Indefinido Monuments, Tourism & Vacations Miguel tells us about Asunción, the capital city of Paraguay.
• The Chanelazo El Pretérito Indefinido Verbos regulares -ar (presente) Adjetivo Music Did you know that the Spanish-Cuban singer Chanel came third in the 2022 Eurovision Song Contest?
• The city of the future El Futuro Simple Verbos regulares -er (presente) Verbos regulares -ir (presente) Monuments, Tourism & Vacations How do you imagine the city of the future?
• The difficulties of Spanish Adjetivo Modo subjuntivo El Condicional Simple Language & Education Peter reflects on his biggest difficulties when learning Spanish.
• The future of work with AI El Futuro Simple Verbos regulares -er (presente) Verbos regulares -ir (presente) Technology & Science The future of work with AI is set to transform our jobs and lives in exciting ways we're just starting to explore.
• The Gate of the Sun Adverbio Pronombre de complemento directo Pronombre reflexivo Celebrations & Important Dates Discover why The Gate of the Sun is os popular for New Year's Eve in Spain.
• The hashtags of the month Superlativo Adjetivo El Futuro Simple Technology & Science Manuela wants to use hashtags to promote her business online.
• The homeowners' association Nombre Género femenino Género Family & Relationships Susana tells us about her new role as administrator.
• The horoscope El Futuro Simple Verbos regulares -ir (presente) Verbos regulares -ar (presente) Technology & Science Discover today's horoscope for Gemini.
• The Ibex 35 Nombre Género Pronombre relativo Politics, History & Economics Ramiro just read an article about economics.
• The ideal job candidate El Presente de Subjuntivo Modo subjuntivo Pronombre relativo Employment Ramón is looking for the ideal employee for his company.
• The least polluted village in Spain Conjunción Pronombre relativo Adjetivo Monuments, Tourism & Vacations Did you know that the least polluted town is in Spain?
• The Mexican marigold Adjetivo Nombre Participio Celebrations & Important Dates Learn about the Mexican marigold, a captivating flower steeped in Mexican culture and cherished for its rich significance in vibrant celebrations.
• The milkmaid Conjunción Tilde diacrítica El Pretérito Imperfecto Literature, Poetry, Theatre Learn about the milkmaid's story.
• The moon calendar Adjetivo invariable Adjetivo Género femenino Technology & Science Discover the magic and meaning of a moon calendar to unlock the secrets of the moon cycle.
• The origin of fire Modo imperativo Gerundio/Spanish present participle Pronombre de complemento directo Technology & Science Learn about the origin of fire
• The origins of Halloween Adverbio interrogativo Written accents in Spanish Pronombre relativo Celebrations & Important Dates Do you really know the origins of Halloween? Find out here!
• The Parador of Zamora El Futuro Simple Verbos regulares -er (presente) Verbos regulares -ir (presente) Monuments, Tourism & Vacations Learn about high-class Spanish hotels located in castles, palaces and other historic buildings.
• The power of thyme Jerga/ Expresión idiomática Pronombre de complemento directo Adjetivo Sports & Leisure Learn about the properties of thyme.
• The restitution of looted art Adjetivo indefinido Written accents in Spanish Nombre Art & Design 2023 seems to be the year of the restitution of looted art.
• The retired policeman's return to action Nombre Género femenino El Pretérito Indefinido Employment A retired policeman returns to action reigniting a heroic legacy.
• The tapas corner El Futuro Simple Género Verbo irregular Food & Drink Technology & Science Learn about this tasty tapas blog.
• The textiles of Oaxaca Adjetivo Nombre Adjetivo invariable Art & Design Learn about the vibrant tapestry of Oaxacan textiles.
• The Three Wise Men in popular culture Nombre Género femenino Género Celebrations & Important Dates The Three Wise Men are timeless symbols of wisdom and magic in popular culture.
• The Treaty of Tordesillas El Pretérito Imperfecto El Pretérito Indefinido Aspecto imperfectivo Politics, History & Economics Dive into history with The Treaty of Tordesillas, a pact that reshaped the world.
• Trash in fashion Pronombre de complemento directo El Imperativo Written accents in Spanish Technology & Science Learn about the environmental impact of disposable clothing and synthetic fabrics.
• Travelling the world on a cruise boat El Futuro Simple Verbos regulares -ir (presente) Verbos regulares -ar (presente) Monuments, Tourism & Vacations Rubén is dreaming about going on a cruise one day.
• Truth or dare! El Futuro Simple Pronombre de complemento directo El Presente de Subjuntivo Sports & Leisure Learn about this famous game.
• University of Panama Infinitivo Verbos regulares (condicional) Oración subordinada temporal Language & Education Amanda's dream is to study at University of Panama.
• Vizcaya Bridge Adjetivo Jerga/ Expresión idiomática Written accents in Spanish Art & Design Discover this special bridge in the north of Spain which is also a UNESCO world heritage site.
• War on plastic pollution Pronombre impersonal Voz pasiva La pasiva refleja Food & Drink Learn about how to fight plastic pollution.
• We need a waiter Nombre Written accents in Spanish Género femenino Employment We are in search of a dedicated and friendly waiter to join our team and enhance the dining experience for our valued guests.
• Welcome to my online shop El Futuro Simple El Presente de Subjuntivo Modo subjuntivo Technology & Science Mercedes welcomes us to her online store.
• What generation do you belong to? El Imperativo Pronombre de complemento indirecto Modo indicativo Family & Relationships Learn about different generations across the decades.
• What should I get my father for Father's Day? Jerga/ Expresión idiomática Modo subjuntivo El Presente de Subjuntivo Celebrations & Important Dates Family & Relationships Alejandra needs to find a good present for her father.
• What type of driver are you? Nombre Oración condicional con si El Presente Technology & Science Get ready to uncover your driving identity!
• What will the Internet be like in the future? El Futuro Simple Verbos regulares -er (presente) Verbos regulares -ir (presente) Technology & Science Mario imagines what the Internet will be like in the future.
• What would you do in Salamanca? Free El Condicional Simple Género Género femenino Monuments, Tourism & Vacations Alma tells us about the city of Salamanca.
• Women's suffrage in Mexico El Pretérito Indefinido Pronombre de complemento indirecto Adjetivo Politics, History & Economics Learn about the women's right to vote in Mexico.
• Would you have your own wine cellar? El Futuro Simple Verbo irregular Expressing need and obligation (deber, tener que, haber que, necesitar [que]) Food & Drink Would you like to have your own cellar at home? Learn about it!
• Yucatan Xmatkuil Fair Adjetivo Nombre Modo subjuntivo Celebrations & Important Dates Learn about this Mexican festival.

B2: Upper Intermediate Spanish writing exercises

• 12 self-portraits by Pablo Picasso Adjetivo El Pretérito Imperfecto Participio Art & Design Learn about Pablo Picasso's self-portraits.
• A beach day El Pretérito Indefinido El Pretérito Imperfecto Adjetivo Sports & Leisure Last weekend, Emilio escaped to the coast, arriving at sunrise for a day of relaxation and adventure.
• A big surprise! Pronombre de complemento indirecto Reflexive verbs Se accidental Monuments, Tourism & Vacations Adela tells us about an axciting surprise she got from her boyfriend.
• A change of career El Futuro Simple Modo subjuntivo Verbos regulares -er (presente) Employment Language & Education Discover Vanessa's career plans.
• A Christmas surprise El Futuro Simple Pronombre relativo El Presente de Subjuntivo Celebrations & Important Dates Daniela is wondering who wrote her an anonymous message.
• A Christmas tale El Pretérito Imperfecto El Pretérito Indefinido Adjetivo Celebrations & Important Dates A forgotten Christmas gift sparks a heartwarming holiday story.
• A contortionist act El Pretérito Imperfecto El Pretérito Indefinido Jerga/ Expresión idiomática Tomás and his girlfriend saw a contortionist act that left them astonished.
• A delayed train Verbo irregular El Futuro Simple Pronombre de complemento directo Monuments, Tourism & Vacations Ana is furious about the fact that her train is delayed.
• A family of potters Adjetivo Pronombre relativo Jerga/ Expresión idiomática Art & Design Get into the fascinating world of a family of master potters.
• A gift woven with care El Pretérito Imperfecto El Pretérito Indefinido Adjetivo Family & Relationships Clara's skilled hands knit more than just a sweater.
• A homemade costume El Futuro Simple Verbos regulares -er (presente) Pronombre de complemento directo Art & Design Celebrations & Important Dates Amalia plans to make her own costume for carnival.
• A letter to my love Jerga/ Expresión idiomática Adjetivo Pronombre Family & Relationships Sandra wrote a romantic letter to her love.
• A letter to Santa Pronombre de complemento indirecto Pronombre de complemento directo Pronombre Celebrations & Important Dates Read this letter from my nephew.
• A lost Nazarene Modo subjuntivo Pronombre de complemento directo Pronombre de complemento indirecto Celebrations & Important Dates Rodrigo got lost during a celebration!
• A magic piano El Pretérito Indefinido El Pretérito Imperfecto Written accents in Spanish Music Learn about Pablo Alborán and his excellent piano skills.
• A message from the Three Wise Men Modo subjuntivo El Presente de Subjuntivo Adjetivo Celebrations & Important Dates Lucas is enchanted by a celestial message from the Three Wise Men.
• A saeta Jerga/ Expresión idiomática La pasiva refleja Voz pasiva Celebrations & Important Dates Music Jaime tells us about his experience in Seville during Easter celebrations.
• A snow storm El Pretérito Imperfecto El Pretérito Indefinido Jerga/ Expresión idiomática Technology & Science Have you ever experienced a big snow storm?
• A special lunch El Pretérito Indefinido El Pretérito Imperfecto El Pretérito Imperfecto Subjuntivo Food & Drink Arancha enjoyed a special lunch today.
• A tourist in my own city Jerga/ Expresión idiomática Pronombre de complemento indirecto Pronombre Monuments, Tourism & Vacations Marta tells us about the pleasure of being in an empty city during the summer.
• A true friendship Gerundio/Spanish present participle Adjetivo El Futuro Simple Family & Relationships What does a true friendship look like?
• A very nosy parrot El Pretérito Imperfecto El Pretérito Indefinido Modo subjuntivo Family & Relationships Meet Beru the parrot. It's hard to have a secret conversation with him around!
• A walk along the Guayas river El Futuro Simple Adjetivo El Presente de Subjuntivo Monuments, Tourism & Vacations Have a fun learning jorney with this tourist leaflet about the Guayas river in Ecuador.
• A weekend without new technology El Pretérito Indefinido El Pretérito Imperfecto Pronombre de complemento directo Family & Relationships Technology & Science Carlos' mum was concerned about his health and recommended him to spend a weekend away.
• A zero waste travel experience El Pretérito Indefinido El Pretérito Imperfecto Adjetivo Monuments, Tourism & Vacations Explore Europe sustainably by backpacking, biking, and choosing eco-friendly dining options.
• An afternoon around the fire Pronombre de complemento directo Pronombre reflexivo Pronombre de complemento indirecto Sports & Leisure What do you think of a warm afternoon around the fire?
• An appointment with the ENT specialist Pronombre de complemento indirecto El Pretérito Imperfecto El Pretérito Indefinido Family & Relationships Carlos got an appointment with the Ear, Nose and Throat doctor to get a treatment for his anosmia.
• An inspiring extreme sports story El Pretérito Imperfecto El Pretérito Indefinido Pronombre de complemento indirecto Sports & Leisure Unleash your adrenaline with an inspiring story of extreme sports triumph.
• An oasis in the middle of the desert El Pretérito Indefinido El Pretérito Imperfecto Adjetivo Monuments, Tourism & Vacations In the barren desert, a hidden oasis offers solace to weary travelers.
• An online Carnival party Modo imperativo Gerundio/Spanish present participle Pronombre de complemento directo Celebrations & Important Dates Technology & Science Victoria is very excited about her upcoming online Carnival party.
• An online shopping gift voucher Gerundio/Spanish present participle Infinitivo Pronombre de complemento directo Technology & Science Lorena feels very lucky today with her online shopping gift voucher.
• An undercover investigation El Pretérito Imperfecto El Pretérito Indefinido Adjetivo Employment In the shadows of the drug underworld, an undercover investigation reveals the truth.
• Apology letter to a client Free Pronombre de complemento directo Pronombre de complemento indirecto El Imperativo Language & Education Learn how to write a formal letter of apology in Spanish.
• Are you ready to adopt an animal? Infinitivo Gerundio/Spanish present participle Jerga/ Expresión idiomática Family & Relationships Find out if you are ready to adopt an animal.
• Art therapy exercises El Futuro Simple El Futuro Perfecto El Presente Art & Design Learn about some art therapy exercises.
• At the hairdresser's El Presente de Subjuntivo Expressing desire (querer, gustar) Pronombre de complemento indirecto Art & Design Clara goes to the hairdresser to change her look.
• Athleisure on social media Jerga/ Expresión idiomática Adjetivo Gerundio/Spanish present participle Sports & Leisure Technology & Science Laura loves following social media athleisure accounts.
• Basque Pottery Museum Pronombre de complemento indirecto Pronombre Pronombre de complemento directo Art & Design Have you ever been to the Basque Pottery Museum?
• Be my Valentine! El Presente de Subjuntivo Pronombre de complemento indirecto Modo subjuntivo Celebrations & Important Dates Family & Relationships Miguel is declaring his love for Jimena in front of everyone!
• Blanca Suárez: a Spanish actress Pronombre relativo Jerga/ Expresión idiomática Adjetivo Famous People Film & TV Learn about the famous Spanish actress Blanca Suárez
• Breakfast, the most important meal of the day Adjetivo Written accents in Spanish Pronombre de complemento indirecto Food & Drink Discover why breakfast is such an important meal for performing well at work.
• Campervan trip Pronombre de complemento indirecto Infinitivo Pronombre Monuments, Tourism & Vacations Sports & Leisure Jesús and Mateo love their campervan and travelling around Spain
• Campsite activities Pronombre de complemento indirecto Modo subjuntivo Pronombre Monuments, Tourism & Vacations Get some fresh ideas for things to do when you go camping.
• Casa Decor Madrid Jerga/ Expresión idiomática Modo subjuntivo Oración subordinada relativa Art & Design Adriana plans to attend an exclusive exhibition next year.
• Casillero del Diablo El Pretérito Imperfecto El Pretérito Indefinido Modo subjuntivo Food & Drink Rosa and Enrique tell us about their experience with this Chilean wine.
• Changing my wardrobe Written accents in Spanish Infinitivo Tilde diacrítica Art & Design María plans to change the clothes in her closet for the new season.
• Chupachups: the Spanish lollipop El Pretérito Imperfecto El Pretérito Indefinido Expressing ability (poder, saber) Food & Drink Did you know that these lollipops were a Spanish invention?
• Colombia in the world Adjetivo Participio Pronombre relativo Monuments, Tourism & Vacations Why is Colombia a great place to visit?
• Couchsurfing in Spain El Presente de Subjuntivo Oración subordinada temporal Adjetivo Monuments, Tourism & Vacations Learn about Couchsurfing, a service that connects a global community of travelers.
• Dancing an aurresku Participio Pronombre de complemento directo El Imperativo Music Learn about the aurresku, a famous dance from the Basque Country.
• DIY Modo subjuntivo El Futuro Simple El Presente de Subjuntivo Art & Design Do some DIY with Marta!
• Dominican style salted cod El Presente de Subjuntivo Órdenes y peticiones El Imperativo Food & Drink Savor the Dominican touch with our Dominican style salted cod.
• Dream trips Pronombre reflexivo Pronombre de complemento indirecto Pronombre Sports & Leisure Have you ever experienced a dream trip?
• Driving in Lima Pronombre de complemento indirecto Conjunción Tilde diacrítica Monuments, Tourism & Vacations Learn about what driving looks like in Lima.
• Easter Empanadas from Chile Pronombre de complemento indirecto Pronombre de complemento directo Gerundio/Spanish present participle Food & Drink Agustín tells us about his delicious Easter empanadas from Chile.
• Environmental issues Free Adjetivo El Presente Participio Technology & Science In Spain, environmental fires are a big problem every summer.
• Equestrian sports Adjetivo Written accents in Spanish Oración subordinada temporal Sports & Leisure Equestrian sports blend the grace of horse and rider, creating a harmonious symphony of skill, teamwork, and elegance in motion.
• European Green Capital 2012 Voz pasiva Participio El Pretérito Indefinido Technology & Science Get to know Vitoria, European Green Capital 2012.
• Everlasting love in Caazapá El Pretérito Imperfecto Subjuntivo Modo subjuntivo Infinitivo Monuments, Tourism & Vacations Have you ever heard about the wellspring of eternal love?
• Family models Adverbio interrogativo Infinitivo Written accents in Spanish Family & Relationships Learn about family models in Spain.
• Fast & Furious film Modo subjuntivo Participio Pronombre de complemento directo Film & TV Mariana is a big fan of the famous film Fast & Furious.
• Feline physiotherapy for improved mobility El Pretérito Imperfecto El Pretérito Indefinido Jerga/ Expresión idiomática Technology & Science Nora's journey to renewed mobility began under the expert guidance of a physiotherapist.
• Fire heroes Adjetivo Gerundio/Spanish present participle Infinitivo Employment Learn about the brave and selfless world of fire heroes.
• Forbidden foods Modo subjuntivo Infinitivo Written accents in Spanish Food & Drink Discover the main forbidden foods in order to lead a healthy lifestyle.
• Getting my nails done Jerga/ Expresión idiomática Reflexive verbs Pronombre de complemento indirecto Art & Design Daniela feels very excited about getting her nails done.
• Going on holiday with teenagers El Futuro Simple Verbos regulares -er (presente) Verbos regulares -ir (presente) Monuments, Tourism & Vacations Ariana recommends Costa Rica as a great vacation destination for teenagers.
• Good friends Jerga/ Expresión idiomática Pronombre de complemento indirecto Pronombre de complemento directo Family & Relationships Learn about this amazing friendship.
• Green start-ups Gerundio/Spanish present participle Adjetivo El Pretérito Imperfecto Subjuntivo Employment Learn about how green startups are revolutionizing industries and saving the planet.
• Guggenheim Museum Bilbao Verbos regulares -er (presente) Modo subjuntivo Verbos regulares -ir (presente) Art & Design Visit the Guggenheim Museum Bilbao.
• Handicrafts for Father's Day Pronombre de complemento indirecto Adjetivo Pronombre de complemento directo Art & Design Celebrations & Important Dates Mario is very excited about his son's present.
• He's a handyman! Oración subordinada temporal Jerga/ Expresión idiomática Tilde diacrítica Family & Relationships Sara is very proud of her father, as he seems to be a highly-skilled man!
• Heavenly beaches in Cancun Pronombre relativo Pronombre de complemento indirecto Pronombre Monuments, Tourism & Vacations Discover Cancun, a place in Mexico that is recognized worldwide for its spectacular beaches of fine white sand.
• History of Paraguay El Pretérito Imperfecto El Pretérito Indefinido Pronombre de complemento directo Politics, History & Economics Learn about the history of Paraguay.
• History of the Dominican Republic Adjetivo Jerga/ Expresión idiomática Pronombre de complemento indirecto Marta tells us the highlights of the Dominican Republic history.
• Housework gender gap Modo subjuntivo Gerundio/Spanish present participle Pronombre de complemento indirecto Family & Relationships Ana reflects on housework gender roles.
• How do you celebrate Mother's Day? Gerundio/Spanish present participle Written accents in Spanish Infinitivo Celebrations & Important Dates Learn about celebrating the unconditional love of mothers in Mexico on Mother's Day.
• How much do you know about Panama? El Presente de Subjuntivo Participio El Imperativo Language & Education Take part in this amazing contest about Panama.
• How to get ready for the DELE Modo subjuntivo Pronombre de complemento indirecto Pronombre de complemento directo Language & Education Get some useful tips to take the DELE exam.
• How to make a good homemade wine Voz pasiva Infinitivo Modo subjuntivo Food & Drink Interested in making your own wine at home? Check if you are ready for it!
• I got a promotion! Free Adjetivo Pronombre de complemento indirecto Pronombre Employment Susana got a promotion at work and she's very excited about it.
• I met Ricky Martin! El Pretérito Indefinido El Pretérito Imperfecto Pronombre de complemento indirecto Famous People Music Juliana describes a music concert.
• If England were a hot country El Pretérito Imperfecto Subjuntivo Modo subjuntivo El Condicional Simple Technology & Science Imagine what England would be like if it were a hot country!
• If I had won the lottery El Condicional Perfecto El Pretérito Pluscuamperfecto de Subjuntivo Oración condicional con si Sports & Leisure What would you do if you won the lottery?
• If I were a child again Modo subjuntivo El Condicional Simple Jerga/ Expresión idiomática Family & Relationships Miguel would like to turn back time and become a child again.
• If we had our own company El Condicional Simple Modo subjuntivo Verbo irregular Employment Rodrigo and Marina tell us about their dream.
• In Mexico for love El Pretérito Imperfecto El Pretérito Indefinido El Condicional Simple Family & Relationships Manuel fell in love in Mexico and decided to move there.
• In the kitchen with Santiago Cerisola Adjetivo Modo subjuntivo Superlativo Food & Drink María tells us about Santiago Cerisola and his famous restaurant in Portugal.
• Interesting facts about the month of April Voz pasiva Pronombre de complemento indirecto Jerga/ Expresión idiomática Celebrations & Important Dates Ignacio tells us some interesting facts about the month of April.
• Investments Oración subordinada causal Pronombre Pronombre de complemento directo Politics, History & Economics Technology & Science Rebeca is thinking about investing to maximise her savings.
• Jet ski with Andrea Domínguez Jerga/ Expresión idiomática Gerundio/Spanish present participle Adjetivo Sports & Leisure Learn about Andrea Domínguez, a Colombian athlete.
• JLo's green Versace dress El Pretérito Indefinido El Pretérito Imperfecto Participio Famous People Jennifer Lopez dazzled the world and made fashion history with her iconic green Versace dress.
• Kalimotxo, a different drink El Pretérito Imperfecto El Pretérito Indefinido Pronombre relativo Food & Drink Discover this traditional drink from the Basque Country.
• Latin American countries on the silk road Adjetivo Infinitivo Gerundio/Spanish present participle Technology & Science Ramiro, a journalist, is reporting on the Latin American countries involved in the new silk road.
• Let's go to the spa! Verbos regulares -er (presente) Verbos regulares -ir (presente) Verbos regulares -ar (presente) Sports & Leisure Blanca and Arturo tells us about their relaxing plan for the weekend.
• Life on the other side of the world - Australia El Pretérito Indefinido El Pretérito Imperfecto Jerga/ Expresión idiomática Immigration & Citizenship Meet Alejandra, a Spanish expat living in Australia.
• Living the dream on four wheels (B2) El Pretérito Imperfecto El Pretérito Indefinido Adjetivo Sports & Leisure Clara's four-wheel journey turned her dream of adventure and freedom into a vibrant reality.
• Long naps Pronombre de complemento indirecto Pronombre de complemento directo Pronombre Family & Relationships Miguel loves naps but his girlfriend doesn't!
• Long-distance love Adjetivo Verbos regulares -er (presente) Verbos regulares -ir (presente) Celebrations & Important Dates Family & Relationships What do you think about long-distance love?
• Lost in Patagonia Pronombre Pronombre de complemento indirecto Pronombre de complemento directo Monuments, Tourism & Vacations Irene and Pedro got lost in Patagonia to explore this area.
• Madidi National Park Written accents in Spanish Tilde diacrítica Adjetivo Monuments, Tourism & Vacations Explore the wonders of Madidi National Park.
• Magical shoes El Pretérito Indefinido El Pretérito Imperfecto Pronombre de complemento indirecto Art & Design Pedro tells us about a pair of shoes he had in his childhood.
• Maldita Nerea Modo subjuntivo Adjetivo Participio Music Fidel tells us about Maldita Nerea, his favourite band.
• Manuela Sáenz: a revolutionary heroine El Pretérito Indefinido El Pretérito Imperfecto Adjetivo Famous People Learn about Manuela Sáenz, a famous Ecuadorian feminist.
• Maria de las Mercedes of Orléans El Pretérito Imperfecto El Pretérito Indefinido Oración subordinada causal Famous People Politics, History & Economics Learn about this Spanish queen from the 19th century.
• Mathematics in education Infinitivo Gerundio/Spanish present participle Modo subjuntivo Language & Education This subject is essential in education, providing critical skills for success across various fields.
• Mistura food festival Adjetivo El Futuro Simple Pronombre relativo Food & Drink Celebrations & Important Dates Learn about the Peruvian Mistura food festival.
• Motocross Modo subjuntivo Adverbio interrogativo Pronombre Sports & Leisure Antonio loves doing motocross in his free time.
• My best friend Mohammed El Pretérito Indefinido El Pretérito Imperfecto Modo subjuntivo Immigration & Citizenship Isabel tells us about her best friend Mohammed.
• My best friend's wedding Modo subjuntivo Adjetivo El Presente de Subjuntivo Family & Relationships Anabel has received this wedding invitation from her best friend.
• My first fishing trip Pronombre de complemento indirecto Pronombre de complemento directo Pronombre Sports & Leisure Antonio tells us how his first day of fishing went.
• My friend Carmen Modo subjuntivo El Presente de Subjuntivo Oración subordinada de finalidad Family & Relationships Meet Carmen, a very positive woman.
• My friend Jimena El Futuro Simple Verbos regulares -er (presente) Verbos regulares -ir (presente) Family & Relationships Sonia went to the hospital yesterday to visit her friend Jimena.
• My grandmother's rosebushes Adjetivo Género femenino Regular Family & Relationships Lucía tells us about her grandmother's beloved and renowned rosebushes.
• My great harvest Adjetivo El Futuro Simple Conjunción Food & Drink Pedro's great harvest is a symphony of hard work, passion, and the earth's benevolence.
• My list for 2023 Jerga/ Expresión idiomática Gerundio/Spanish present participle Pronombre de complemento indirecto Sports & Leisure Andrea tells us about her objectives for 2023.
• My love story Tilde diacrítica Written accents in Spanish El Pretérito Indefinido Family & Relationships Learn about Sergio's love story.
• My mom's letter from heaven Jerga/ Expresión idiomática Pronombre relativo Verbos pronominales Film & TV Marta tells us about a movie she saw recently.
• My neighbour is so hot! Tilde diacrítica Written accents in Spanish El Futuro Simple Family & Relationships Discover the irresistible charm of Elena's neighbour!
• New Year's Eve rituals in Chile Jerga/ Expresión idiomática Gerundio/Spanish present participle Infinitivo Celebrations & Important Dates Learn about some Year's Eve rituals in Chile.
• No mobile phones at school anymore El Presente de Subjuntivo Modo subjuntivo Participio Technology & Science Learn about the use of mobile phones in French schools.
• Parks in the city Infinitivo Gerundio/Spanish present participle Género femenino Sports & Leisure Explore the crucial role of urban parks in enhancing city life and well-being.
• Ponte Vella Voz pasiva Participio El Pretérito Imperfecto Subjuntivo Art & Design Manuel tells us about a medieval footbridge built on Roman foundations in Ourense, Spain.
• Priego de Córdoba El Pretérito Imperfecto Subjuntivo Jerga/ Expresión idiomática Gerundio/Spanish present participle Art & Design Learn about this beautiful baroque town in southern Spain.
• Puerto Rican coconut pudding El Futuro Simple Pronombre relativo Voz pasiva Food & Drink Enjoy a traditional Puerto Rican coconut pudding.
• Pumpkin pie El Imperativo El Presente de Subjuntivo Órdenes y peticiones Food & Drink Enjoy a nice pumpkin pie with our special recipe.
• Remedies for aching muscles Gerundio/Spanish present participle Modo subjuntivo Jerga/ Expresión idiomática Sports & Leisure Learn some tips to fight sore muscles.
• Resolutions for 2021 Jerga/ Expresión idiomática El Condicional Simple Modo subjuntivo Family & Relationships Have you already thought your New Year's resolutions?
• Rice milk El Imperativo El Presente de Subjuntivo Órdenes y peticiones Food & Drink Do you fancy a cup of rice milk to beat the heat?
• Rodolfo Kusch and philosophical Americanism Gerundio/Spanish present participle El Pretérito Imperfecto Adjetivo Famous People Language & Education Learn about Rodolfo Kusch and his philosophy.
• Running for a good cause Jerga/ Expresión idiomática Participio Verbos regulares -er (presente) Sports & Leisure Alejandro's girlfriend is going to participate in a race for a good cause.
• Sailing the seas El Futuro Perfecto Regular Verbo irregular Sports & Leisure Pedro tells us about his unusual plan for the future.
• Saying 'no' El Futuro Simple Modo subjuntivo Oración condicional con si Family & Relationships Learn about the importance of sometimes saying 'no'.
• Set design El Condicional Simple Modo subjuntivo Oración condicional con si Art & Design Do you know about set design?
• Seven-star hotels Modo subjuntivo Adjetivo Pronombre de complemento indirecto Monuments, Tourism & Vacations Learn about the comfort of seven-star hotels.
• Shall we take a selfie? Voz pasiva Género femenino Participio Technology & Science What are selfies useful for?
• Skydiving for my husband's birthday Pronombre de complemento indirecto El Futuro Simple Jerga/ Expresión idiomática Family & Relationships Sonia's husband cannot imagine what awaits him in the mountains!
• Snakes and Ladders Jerga/ Expresión idiomática Tilde diacrítica Infinitivo Sports & Leisure Rosalía tells us about Snakes and Ladders, a popular board game in Mexico.
• Spain's homeownership culture Gerundio/Spanish present participle Infinitivo Voz pasiva Politics, History & Economics Dive into Spain's vibrant homeownership culture, where owning a house is not just a goal but a cherished part of life's tapestry.
• Spanish Fool's Day El Futuro Perfecto Regular El Futuro Simple Celebrations & Important Dates Discover why Pablo feels very excited about the 28th December.
• Spanish omelette Adjetivo Verbo transitivo Pronombre impersonal Food & Drink Learn about the two different ways of preparing a Spanish omelette.
• Spring vegetables Modo subjuntivo El Futuro Simple Pronombre Food & Drink Learn about what spring vegetables are the best for this new season.
• Stairs of Casa Batlló Pronombre relativo Adjetivo Gerundio/Spanish present participle Art & Design Climb the enchanting stairs of Casa Batlló and discover Gaudí's architectural masterpiece.
• Sustainable practices in Latin America Adjetivo Infinitivo Gerundio/Spanish present participle Technology & Science Discover how Latin American countries are leading the way with sustainable agriculture and plastic-free innovations.
• Sustainable tourism Infinitivo Gerundio/Spanish present participle Pronombre relativo Technology & Science Travel smart, protect the planet: discover the heart of sustainable tourism.
• Sweeping the house Adjetivo Jerga/ Expresión idiomática El Pretérito Indefinido Two Mexican friends are talking about a popular tradition for New Year's Eve.
• Tailor-made clothes Verbos regulares -ir (presente) Verbos regulares -ar (presente) El Futuro Simple Art & Design Miguel goes to a tailor in order to get a perfect suit.
• The Autumn Equinox Conjunción Written accents in Spanish El Presente de Subjuntivo Technology & Science Learn about the autumn equinox.
• The best nursing home in the world Pronombre de complemento directo Pronombre Pronombre de complemento indirecto Family & Relationships Ángeles tells us about her grandparents' nursing home.
• The curious case of disappearing laundry Pronombre de complemento directo Pronombre de complemento indirecto Gerundio/Spanish present participle Family & Relationships Join the quest for Marta's missing socks!
• The eighth wonder burger El Futuro Perfecto Pronombre Regular Food & Drink Learn about this crazy food challenge.
• The future of inclusive education Verbos regulares -ar (presente) El Presente de Subjuntivo Verbos regulares -er (presente) Language & Education Ester is a teacher and is passionate aboutinclusive education.
• The growing threat of technological waste in Latin America Infinitivo Gerundio/Spanish present participle Modo subjuntivo Technology & Science Learn about how Latin American countries are making their best to transform their technological waste crisis into a sustainable opportunity for growth and innovation.
• The invention of photography El Pretérito Indefinido Participio Voz pasiva Technology & Science Learn about the history of photography.
• The legend of Zorro El Pretérito Indefinido El Pretérito Imperfecto Pronombre relativo Literature, Poetry, Theatre Learn about the famous legend of Zorro.
• The longest film in the world Tilde diacrítica Written accents in Spanish Adjetivo Film & TV Learn about the longest non-experimental film ever made.
• The Maiden's Consent El Pretérito Indefinido El Pretérito Imperfecto Pronombre Literature, Poetry, Theatre Learn about this literary work written by Moratín in the 19th century. In this exercise you'll practise El Pretérito Imperfecto and El Pretérito Indefinido.
• The Maspalomas dunes Pronombre impersonal Written accents in Spanish Conjunción Monuments, Tourism & Vacations Learn about the Maspalomas dunes in Gran Canaria.
• The Mediterranean diet El Presente La pasiva refleja Adverbio interrogativo Food & Drink Learn about the Mediterranean diet.
• The Nancy doll Gerundio/Spanish present participle Jerga/ Expresión idiomática Infinitivo Sports & Leisure Meet Nancy, the iconic Spanish doll from the sixties.
• The origin of radio El Pretérito Imperfecto El Pretérito Indefinido Adjetivo Politics, History & Economics Ricardo tells us about the origin of radio.
• The perfect wedding El Pretérito Imperfecto El Pretérito Indefinido Gerundio/Spanish present participle Celebrations & Important Dates Family & Relationships Gonzalo tells us about his gorgeous wedding in Puerto Rico.
• The pleasure of traveling with the excuse of climbing Gerundio/Spanish present participle Jerga/ Expresión idiomática Infinitivo Monuments, Tourism & Vacations Sports & Leisure Sandra loves travelling while practising climbing, her favourite sport.
• The rule of the three r's Tilde diacrítica Written accents in Spanish Infinitivo Technology & Science Learn about the rule of the three R's.
• The Sack Man El Pretérito Indefinido El Pretérito Imperfecto El Pretérito Imperfecto Subjuntivo Literature, Poetry, Theatre Learn about this popular Spanish legend.
• The Spanish financial crisis El Pretérito Indefinido Verbos regulares -ar (presente) Adjetivo Politics, History & Economics Learn about the Spanish financial crisis of 2008.
• The Three Wise Men in Latin American countries Pronombre impersonal Voz pasiva La pasiva refleja Celebrations & Important Dates Learn about different Latin American traditions to celebrate the Epiphany.
• The treasure hunt El Pretérito Imperfecto El Pretérito Indefinido Adjetivo Family & Relationships Two cousins, one treasure hunt, endless excitement, and unforgettable memories.
• The Tree of Wishes El Pretérito Indefinido El Pretérito Imperfecto Jerga/ Expresión idiomática Literature, Poetry, Theatre Discover what lies beneath the branches of the Tree of Wishes.
• The Vuelta a España (Tour of Spain) El Condicional Perfecto Jerga/ Expresión idiomática Conjunción subordinante Sports & Leisure Tomás tells us about The Vuelta a España.
• Thriving ecosystems in Costa Rica Adjetivo Infinitivo La pasiva de estado Monuments, Tourism & Vacations Explore the vibrant ecosystems of Costa Rica's lush tropical forests.
• Tips for climbing El Imperativo El Presente de Subjuntivo Órdenes y peticiones Sports & Leisure Let's dive into how to make your climb not only memorable but also safe.
• Tips for removing common stains Infinitivo Gerundio/Spanish present participle Modo subjuntivo Technology & Science Stains, beware! Here’s your ultimate guide to banishing those pesky marks and spills.
• Trash TV Adjetivo Pronombre relativo Tilde diacrítica Film & TV Do you spend time watching TV trash?
• Travelling the world in a motor home (RV) El Futuro Simple Verbos regulares -er (presente) Verbos regulares -ir (presente) Monuments, Tourism & Vacations Marcos is going to travel the world in a motor home (RV) next summer. In this exercise you'll practise El Futuro Simple and negative opinions with El subjuntivo.
• UEFA Champions League Pronombre de complemento indirecto Written accents in Spanish Pronombre de complemento directo Sports & Leisure Lucía is very excited about Champions League football games.
• Umbra Light Festival Pronombre relativo Oración condicional con si Gerundio/Spanish present participle Art & Design Experience the magic of light at Umbra: Vitoria's mesmerizing light festival!
• USA-Chile: more than one hundred years of trade relations Adjetivo El Pretérito Imperfecto El Pretérito Indefinido Politics, History & Economics Gaspar is reflecting on trade relations between the USA and Chile.
• Useful presents for babies Adjetivo Pronombre relativo Written accents in Spanish Technology & Science Learn about useful baby shower presents.
• Using my new driver's license Adjetivo Infinitivo Gerundio/Spanish present participle Technology & Science New driver's license means endless adventures ahead!
• Very fine silverware Gerundio/Spanish present participle Superlativo Participio Art & Design Elevate your dining experience with luxurious cutlery to indulge in culinary perfection.
• Volunteering at Red Cross Modo subjuntivo Infinitivo Gerundio/Spanish present participle Employment Marcos tells us about his plan to work as a volunteer next summer.
• Welcome to La Rioja's Tourist Office Adjetivo Participio Verbos regulares -ir (presente) Monuments, Tourism & Vacations Practise past participle adjectives, the future and subjunctive tenses.
• Wellness activities to maintain healthy organs Gerundio/Spanish present participle Infinitivo Pronombre de complemento indirecto Food & Drink Elevate you wellbeing with a symphony of wellness activities.
• What a mystery! El Pretérito Indefinido El Pretérito Imperfecto Adjetivo Family & Relationships Enigmatic riddles and hidden secrets await, in an alluring labyrinth of intrigue and wonder.
• What was a medieval castle for? El Pretérito Imperfecto El Pretérito Indefinido Por or Para? Politics, History & Economics Learn about the function of Spanish medieval castles in the Middle Age.
• What would your perfect winter afternoon be like? El Condicional Simple Verbos regulares (condicional) Oración subordinada temporal Sports & Leisure Asunción tells us about her ideal winter afternoon.
• What's best, the countryside or the city? Modo subjuntivo El Presente de Subjuntivo Conjunción Sports & Leisure Maria reflects on city life and life in the countryside.
• When I was a child El Pretérito Indefinido El Pretérito Imperfecto Modo subjuntivo Family & Relationships Marcos tells us about his childhood.
• Where is my tambourine? El Futuro Simple Jerga/ Expresión idiomática Pronombre de complemento indirecto Music Monica is doing her best to find her misplaced tambourine before Christmas.
• Who should I have dinner with? El Futuro Simple Verbos regulares -ar (presente) Modo subjuntivo Family & Relationships Sheila doesn't know who to have dinner with on New Year's Eve.
• Why travel to El Salvador? El Imperativo Adjetivo Conjunción Monuments, Tourism & Vacations Discover some powerful reasons to travel to El Salvador.
• Window to the World El Pretérito Imperfecto El Pretérito Indefinido Voz pasiva Art & Design Learn about this Colombian architectural marvel.
• Witches from Galicia El Pretérito Indefinido El Pretérito Imperfecto Gerundio/Spanish present participle Literature, Poetry, Theatre Learn about meigas, Spanish witches from northwest Spain.
• Women's suffrage in Spain Adjetivo El Pretérito Imperfecto Voz pasiva Politics, History & Economics Learn about women's suffrage in Spain.

C1: Advanced Spanish writing exercises

• 2021: the Year of the Ox Voz pasiva Participio Modo subjuntivo Celebrations & Important Dates Learn about the new Chinese year for 2021.
• A coffee shop for cats Verbos pronominales Infinitivo Participio Sports & Leisure Family & Relationships Discover this unusual coffee shop where cats are the stars!
• A film review Participio Voz pasiva El Pretérito Pluscuamperfecto de Subjuntivo Film & TV Antonio makes us a review of a movie.
• A handyman at home Verbos pronominales Voz pasiva La pasiva de estado Technology & Science Transform your living space with the expert touch of our skilled handyman services!
• A rock 'n' roll grandmother Jerga/ Expresión idiomática Perífrasis verbal El Condicional Simple Music Family & Relationships Sandra tells us about her unconventional grandmother, Carmen.
• A TikTok dance challenge Jerga/ Expresión idiomática El Pretérito Imperfecto El Pretérito Indefinido Sports & Leisure Technology & Science Celia's dance got popular in TikTok.
• A tornado El Pretérito Imperfecto El Pretérito Indefinido Adjetivo Family & Relationships A fierce tornado struck Mar Azul, turning its tranquil shores into a tempestuous battleground.
• AI in space exploration Adjetivo Infinitivo Oración subordinada modal Technology & Science AI is revolutionizing space exploration, revealing cosmic secrets once thought unreachable.
• Alcoy and its textile industry Jerga/ Expresión idiomática Por or Para? Gerundio/Spanish present participle Art & Design Inés is telling her son Alberto about Alcoy's industry.
• Antonio Gaudi's architecture Participio Adjetivo Voz pasiva Art & Design Famous People Learn about Gaudí's architecture in Barcelona and practise relative pronouns and the passive voice.
• Benefits of art therapy Oración subordinada de finalidad El Pretérito Imperfecto Subjuntivo El Condicional Simple Art & Design Have you ever heard about art therapy?
• Bilbao Book Fair Jerga/ Expresión idiomática El Pretérito Imperfecto Subjuntivo Oración subordinada temporal Literature, Poetry, Theatre Ready to visit the Bilbao Book Fair?
• Bungee Jumping El Pretérito Indefinido Modo indicativo Modo subjuntivo Sports & Leisure Candela tells us about her first bungee jump.
• Castile comes from 'castle' El Pretérito Indefinido El Condicional Simple El Futuro Simple Language & Education Learn about the etymological origin of the word 'Castile'.
• Cataract surgery Jerga/ Expresión idiomática Oración subordinada de finalidad Infinitivo Family & Relationships Cecilia tells us about her upcoming cataract surgery.
• Centennial oak trees El Pretérito Imperfecto Subjuntivo Modo subjuntivo Conjunción subordinante Sports & Leisure Shelter beneath the magnificent centennial oak trees.
• Charity Kings Parade Jerga/ Expresión idiomática Modo subjuntivo Perífrasis verbal Celebrations & Important Dates Are you a fan of The Three Wise Men?
• Chinese horoscope El Pretérito Imperfecto Subjuntivo Modo subjuntivo Participio Technology & Science Learn about the Chinese horoscope.
• Climbing the Gorbea Oración condicional con si Perífrasis verbal Written accents in Spanish Sports & Leisure Learn about this hill in the north of Spain.
• Cognitive inclusion at school El Pretérito Imperfecto Subjuntivo Participio Modo subjuntivo Language & Education Learn about this cognitive inclusion project.
• Combat sports: sport or violence? Oración condicional con si Jerga/ Expresión idiomática Pronombre relativo Sports & Leisure Do you think that combat sports are violent? Look at what Pedro thinks about them.
• Corruption Voz pasiva Aspecto progresivo Pronombre Politics, History & Economics Corruption in Spain is a serious problem that dates back centuries.
• Council housing challenges Modo subjuntivo Perífrasis verbal Oración subordinada de finalidad Art & Design Learn about the council housing situation in a Spanish city.
• Eating in the heights of Barcelona Jerga/ Expresión idiomática Verbos pronominales Adjetivo Food & Drink Interested in getting a high-flying meal?
• Elcano: sailing into history's horizon El Pretérito Indefinido El Pretérito Imperfecto Adjetivo Politics, History & Economics Join Elcano on a historic voyage, where the seas become a canvas for extraordinary tales.
• Frozen Adjetivo Jerga/ Expresión idiomática Participio Film & TV Experience the magic of ice and adventure in 'Frozen'.
• Gossip journalism Infinitivo Gerundio/Spanish present participle Voz pasiva Family & Relationships Explore gossip journalism and how celebrity tales challenge privacy and ethics.
• Handicrafts Jerga/ Expresión idiomática Infinitivo Modo subjuntivo Art & Design Discover what the traditional Honduran handicrafts are.
• Hatless women El Pretérito Indefinido El Futuro Simple El Condicional Simple Politics, History & Economics Learn about the hatless women from the twenties.
• History of ceramics in America Adjetivo Gerundio/Spanish present participle Infinitivo Art & Design Trace the evolution of American ceramics through the centuries.
• History of Valencia FC Adjetivo Participio Modo subjuntivo Sports & Leisure Learn about Valencia FC's history.
• How to become an au pair Oración subordinada temporal Verbos pronominales El Presente de Subjuntivo Employment Language & Education Are you looking for a host family to do some au pair work while improving a foreign language?
• I'm going everywhere with my GPS! Perífrasis verbal Oración subordinada de finalidad Oración condicional con si Sports & Leisure Pedro tells us about the GPS he just bought.
• Ice on the moon? Participio Voz pasiva Verbo modal Technology & Science Is there or was there water on the Moon?
• Improving the circulation of my veins Adjetivo El Pretérito Imperfecto El Pretérito Indefinido Technology & Science Elisa has decided she needs to improve her circulation and embrace a healthier lifestyle.
• Intarsia Participio Voz pasiva Adjetivo Art & Design Learn about intarsia, a very old traditional woodwork technique.
• Is it cake? Jerga/ Expresión idiomática Conjunción coordinante Oración subordinada causal Film & TV Learn about an amazing TV show on Netflix.
• Jose Ortega y Gasset: a Spanish philosopher Verbos pronominales Jerga/ Expresión idiomática Oración impersonal Famous People Language & Education Learn about Ortega y Gasset and his philosophy.
• Kitchen Nightmares Adjetivo Artículo neutro Pronombre demostrativo Film & TV Step into the world of 'Kitchen Nightmares', where culinary rescues and transformations unfold in each episode.
• Last-minute travelling Verbos pronominales Jerga/ Expresión idiomática Modo subjuntivo Monuments, Tourism & Vacations Marisa is tempted to travel last minute this summer.
• Lost among cacti El Pretérito Indefinido El Pretérito Imperfecto Jerga/ Expresión idiomática Family & Relationships Lucía found herself adrift in a prickly sea of cacti.
• Madeira Centro hotel Adjetivo Verbos pronominales Gerundio/Spanish present participle Art & Design Monuments, Tourism & Vacations Discover this beautiful hotel in Benidorm.
• Marmitako to keep warm Adjetivo Verbos pronominales Jerga/ Expresión idiomática Food & Drink Blanca feels like cooking a hot tuna dish to warm herself up after a rainy day.
• Mexicans in the USA Oración condicional con si Participio El Pretérito Pluscuamperfecto de Subjuntivo Immigration & Citizenship Amelia is impressed by Mexican culture and cuisine in the USA.
• Mosque-Cathedral of Cordoba Verbos pronominales Perífrasis verbal Jerga/ Expresión idiomática Art & Design Monuments, Tourism & Vacations Have you ever visited the Mosque-Cathedral of Cordoba?
• My father's self-portrait Jerga/ Expresión idiomática Infinitivo Modo subjuntivo Art & Design Daniel had a lot of fun with his father's self-portrait.
• My relationship with my parents Modo subjuntivo El Pretérito Imperfecto Subjuntivo Oración condicional con si Family & Relationships Learn about Pablo's relationship with his parents.
• Myths associated with Valentine's Day Jerga/ Expresión idiomática El Pretérito Indefinido Artículo neutro Celebrations & Important Dates Discover some myths behind Valentine's Day.
• On the moon Conjunción subordinante Verbos pronominales Modo subjuntivo Technology & Science Learn about Clara's adventure in an unknown place.
• One day on the radio Pronombre relativo Adjetivo El Presente de Subjuntivo Film & TV María is looking forward to participating in a radio session.
• Our energy bill Jerga/ Expresión idiomática Participio Modo subjuntivo Technology & Science Samuel and his wife are not happy at all with their last electricity bill.
• Paid to sleep! Pronombre de complemento indirecto Modo subjuntivo Por or Para? Employment Learn about this relaxing business.
• PISA report: Spain Artículo neutro Jerga/ Expresión idiomática Verbos pronominales Language & Education Carlos, headmaster of a Spanish school, shares his thoughts about the latest PISA report.
• Putting yourself first Modo subjuntivo Jerga/ Expresión idiomática Infinitivo Family & Relationships Isabel is giving Maria some advice following her breakup with her boyfriend.
• Really hard January Oración subordinada modal Jerga/ Expresión idiomática Conjunción subordinante Politics, History & Economics Manuel is regretting having spent so much money on Christmas.
• Reflections of a director Gerundio/Spanish present participle Jerga/ Expresión idiomática El Pretérito Imperfecto Film & TV Mario reflects on the mixed reviews for his latest movie.
• Sailing in Majorca Verbos pronominales Jerga/ Expresión idiomática Participio Sports & Leisure Sara has received an exciting proposal to sail in Majorca.
• San Isidro in Madrid Jerga/ Expresión idiomática Verbos pronominales Ser or Estar? Celebrations & Important Dates Learn about this popular celebration in Madrid.
• Sergio's errands Oración subordinada causal Oración subordinada temporal Jerga/ Expresión idiomática Family & Relationships Sergio tells us about the errands he does to help his mother.
• Sol y sombra: a traditional Spanish cocktail Jerga/ Expresión idiomática Por or Para? Gerundio/Spanish present participle Food & Drink Learn about a traditional Spanish cocktail called Sol y sombra.
• Spirituality: the heart of a holistic life Adjetivo Adverbio interrogativo Participio Family & Relationships Discover how spirituality is the core of a holistic life.
• Strolling the enchanting Ramblas Adjetivo Verbos pronominales Oración afirmativa Monuments, Tourism & Vacations Discover the charm of Barcelona's Las Ramblas.
• Summer fashion on a budget Verbos pronominales Modo subjuntivo Infinitivo Art & Design Discover affordable, stylish summer outfits that keep you cool without breaking the bank!
• Superstitions in the Middle Ages El Pretérito Indefinido El Pretérito Imperfecto Adjetivo Politics, History & Economics Learn about some superstitions that existed in the Middle Ages.
• Taking a sunset boat tour Oración subordinada temporal Adjetivo Pronombre de complemento indirecto Monuments, Tourism & Vacations Marcos and Sara are taking a stunning sunset boat ride.
• Tango Jerga/ Expresión idiomática El Pretérito Imperfecto Subjuntivo Oración condicional con si Music Learn about the tango.
• The Cíes Islands El Pretérito Imperfecto Subjuntivo Participio Written accents in Spanish Monuments, Tourism & Vacations Have you ever been to The Cíes Islands?
• The desert island Perífrasis verbal Voz pasiva Participio Literature, Poetry, Theatre Learn about this Argentinian play.
• The end of cash? Infinitivo Gerundio/Spanish present participle El Condicional Simple Politics, History & Economics Technology & Science Pablo is reflecting about the use of cash in Spain during the pandemic.
• The Family of Pascual Duarte El Pretérito Indefinido Jerga/ Expresión idiomática El Pretérito Imperfecto Literature, Poetry, Theatre Dive into the raw and gripping narrative of 'The Family of Pascual Duarte' by Camilo José Cela.
• The mental game Adjetivo Infinitivo Gerundio/Spanish present participle Sports & Leisure Discover the pivotal role of mental training in Olympic success.
• The metamorphosis of butterflies Adjetivo Conjunción subordinante Preposición Technology & Science Explore the fascinating metamorphosis of butterflies.
• The ocean's cry for change Órdenes y peticiones Oración subordinada causal Infinitivo Technology & Science The ocean's cry for change echoes through the waves, pleading for our attention and action.
• The origin of mindfulness Infinitivo Jerga/ Expresión idiomática El Pretérito Indefinido Sports & Leisure Learn about the origin of mindfulness.
• The perfect portrait Verbos pronominales Infinitivo Modo subjuntivo Art & Design Mercedes tells us about the art of making good portraits.
• The relationship between horses and humans Jerga/ Expresión idiomática Adjetivo Artículo neutro Family & Relationships The bond between horses and humans is a timeless connection, where trust, companionshio, and shared journeys unfold with every step of the hoof.
• The wisdom of the elderly Jerga/ Expresión idiomática Gerundio/Spanish present participle Oración subordinada temporal Family & Relationships Discover how important elderly people are in Spanish society.
• Underwater Via Crucis Gerundio/Spanish present participle Participio Verbos pronominales Celebrations & Important Dates Learn about this amazing underwater Via Crucis in Argentina.
• Videogames improve memory Modo subjuntivo Modo indicativo Oración condicional con si Sports & Leisure Learn about the benefits of playing video games.
• Vitoria, European Green Capital Jerga/ Expresión idiomática Perífrasis verbal Adjetivo Monuments, Tourism & Vacations Learn about Vitoria-Gasteiz, my home city!
• What a fright! Free Pronombre de complemento directo Pronombre reflexivo El Pretérito Indefinido Family & Relationships What's going on at Juan's house?

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How to Write in Spanish: Key Rules and Tips for Casual to Creative Writing

Writing is an often-overlooked skill by language learners. This guide will help you master everything from essential Spanish writing rules (and how they differ from their English counterparts) to typing an essay writing.

Learn how to write, type and text in Spanish, how to write letters, emails and essays, as well as other forms of writing like journaling and even recipes. Plus, check out some practical tips to help you improve your Spanish writing skills. 

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Written words in Spanish generally look the way they sound. Compared to English, there are far fewer cases of silent letters, double letters or different spellings for the same sounds. Also, vowels each have their own specific sounds that don’t change, no matter what other letters surround it.

However, Spanish has a couple of spelling oddities that are worth remembering:

• The letter h has no sound. Regardless of its position in a word, it will always be soundless (zanahoria — carrot, hoguera  — bonfire , hueso  — bone). When it’s combined with the letter  c , it makes the same ch sound as in English (chaleco— vest , coche  — car , noche  — night) and even though it has no sound of its own, it can change the meaning of a word (ola— wave, hola  — hello).
• Some letters have similar sounds. The letters that normally cause problems for learners are b/v, r/rr, g/j, ll/y and the “triplets” c/k/q and c/s/z . It would be impossible for you to learn every word containing these pairs, so the best you can do is check a dictionary in case of doubt. 
• Spanish uses accent marks . Accent marks may be small, but they’re very important. If a word has an accent mark in Spanish, don’t ignore it, because accent marks can easily change the pronunciation and meaning of words (tráfico — traffic , trafico — I smuggle , traficó — he smuggled).

Learning Spanish capitalization is actually pretty straightforward. Spanish capitalizes far fewer words than English, so you just have to remember the words that are not capitalized in Spanish.

For instance, unlike English, Spanish does not capitalize:

• Days of the week
• Nationalities
• Religions and their adjectives
• Social and political movements
• The pronoun yo (I) unless it is the first word in a sentence
• Book titles (except for the first word)
• Movie titles (except for the first word)
• Personal titles (except when they’re the first word in a sentence)

Punctuation is another area where English and Spanish share a lot of features. However, there are some Spanish punctuation rules that may be surprising for Spanish language learners. These are the main ones to watch out for:

• Spanish has an inverted opening question mark and exclamation mark (¿,¡).
• Spanish does not capitalize the first word after a colon.
• Spanish uses a colon in the opening of letters. While English uses a comma (Dear Mrs. Petunia,), Spanish uses a colon (Estimada señora Petunia:).
• Spanish doesn’t use the Oxford comma. The last two items of a list will always be joined with a conjunction like y (and) or o (or) .
• Spanish and English write numbers differently. In Spanish, you use a period to separate groups of thousands (e.g. 1450 or 1,450 would be 1.450 in Spanish). Spanish uses the comma as the decimal separator (so 1.5 would be 1,5 in Spanish).
• Spanish places punctuation marks outside quotation marks. For example, in English, you’d write “I love you.” while in Spanish this would be “Te quiero”.
• Dialogue formatting is different in Spanish. The biggest difference is possibly the fact that Spanish uses a dash to open a dialogue (instead of quotation marks) and to enclose the dialogue tag (instead of commas). For example: 

English: “I love him,” she said, “I always have. “

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Spanish: –Lo amo –dijo ella–. Siempre lo he amado.

Sentence structure refers to the internal organization of a language, i.e. the order we have to put elements in a sentence so that it is grammatically correct.

Many Spanish learners think that since both Spanish and English follow the general pattern S + V + O (Subject + Verb + Object), both languages build sentences in the exact same way.

This is true sometimes, as in the following two examples:

Marta está bebiendo café. (S + V + O) Marta is drinking coffee. (S + V + O)

Unfortunately, this is not always the case, so you should take into account a couple of Spanish sentence structure rules if you want to come up with correct sentences, even if you’re just trying to produce basic Spanish sentences :

• In Spanish, you can omit the subject. If you know who you are talking or writing about, you do not need to mention that person (Tengo hambre — I am hungry). This is possible because verbs in Spanish have a different ending for each grammatical person.
• Adjectives come after the noun in Spanish. There are a few exceptions that change the meaning, but overall, adjectives always come after the noun (la camisa blanca — the white shirt).
• Nouns and adjectives have to agree in Spanish. Every determiner, quantifier, adjective and adverb that refers to a noun must have the same gender and number (el perro negro  — the black dog, all words masculine and singular; las tazas rojas  — the red cups, all words feminine and plural).
• Negation is very simple in Spanish. The majority of sentences become negative in Spanish by adding no in front of the main verb. No other changes are normally needed. You can also make negations in Spanish by using negative adverbs like nunca (never) and nadie (no one).

Abbreviations can be used in both formal and informal contexts, and even though they tend to work similarly across languages, there are a couple of things you should know about Spanish abbreviations and how to use them :

• Even though personal titles are not capitalized, their abbreviations are capitalized. For example:

señor — Sr. / Mister

señora  — Sra. / Mrs .

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doctor  — Dr. / Doctor

• Some abbreviations appear very frequently in Spanish correspondence. For instance:

usted  — Vd. / formal you

se ruega contestación — S.R.C. / RSVP

• Ordinal numbers are gendered. They’re adjectives, so they take on the gender of the noun they’re referring to. Because of this, their abbreviations are also marked for gender (1º/1ª, 2º/2ª…).
• Spanish abbreviations can have a plural form. Normally, abbreviations add -s to form their plural (página — pág. / page, páginas  — págs. / pages). If the abbreviation has only one letter, it’s normally doubled (página  — p. / page , páginas  — pp. / pages).
• Some acronyms do not accept the plural ending -s . They will still take the plural determiner if necessary (los CD  — the CDs). Oddly enough, you have to pronounce the final -s when reading/pronouncing them (los ce-dés  — the cee dees).
• Some international abbreviations and acronyms have their own version in Spanish. Examples of this are:

la UE  — la Unión Europea / the EU (European Union)

la ONU — la Organización de Naciones Unidas / the UN (United Nations)

• Spanish speakers use a lot of abbreviations when texting. We’ll see some examples of this later in this post.
• English and Spanish write dates differently. In Spanish, the order of writing the date is always day/month/year. So, while an American might read the date 02/07/2018 as February the 7th 2018, for a Spanish-speaking person it would be July the 2nd 2018.
• Spanish uses different measurement systems from American English. This is something to bear in mind not only while writing, but when using Spanish in general. Not everybody knows what inches, feet, pounds or miles are (especially in Spain). Spanish-speaking countries use the metric system, so they use centimeters, meters, kilograms, kilometers, etc.

The first thing you need to do before starting to write a letter in Spanish is to decide whether it has to be formal or informal. This will have an impact not only on the body of the letter, but also (and especially) on the way you start and finish writing it.

There are a couple of well-established rules you should bear in mind:

• Querido/a (Dear) is only used in informal letters, while Estimado/a (Dear) is the preferred form in formal ones.
• You normally use just the first name of the person you are writing to if the letter is informal (Querido Julián), but Señor (Mr.), Señora (Mrs.) or Señorita (Miss) and a surname if the letter is formal (Estimado Sr. González).
• Use tú (informal you) in the body of informal letters, but usted/ustedes (formal you singular/plural) in formal ones.
• When closing a letter, you can send Besos y abrazos (Hugs and kisses) in casual letters, but never in formal ones. Use Saludos (Regards) in semi-formal letters, and Cordialmente/Atentamente (Yours sincerely) in formal ones.

The majority of the rules we had for writing letters also apply to writing an email in Spanish . Make sure that you use the right opening and closing in your email and that the overall tone and the vocabulary used are appropriate to the situation.

When writing an email, especially a formal one, you’ll normally have to include four sections: greeting, reason for writing, body of the email and closing.

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Here’s a very brief example of an informal email John wrote to his friend Joanne:

¡Hola, Joanne! (Hi, Joanne!)

Reason for writing

Te escribo para preguntar si irás mañana al cumpleaños de Sonia. (I’m writing to ask if you’ll be going to Sonia’s birthday tomorrow.)

Me encantaría verte. ¡Hace tanto tiempo que no te veo! Madre mía, creo que la última vez que nos encontramos fue para Navidad. ¿Te acuerdas? (I would love to see you. I haven’t seen you in ages! Good Lord, I think the last time we ran into each other was on Christmas. Do you remember?)

Un abrazo, (Hugs,)

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Starting to write essays in Spanish is possibly one of the most challenging tasks for beginner learners. Going from simple sentences to several paragraphs requires a lot of practice, but there are tons of fixed expressions that can be used in order to make this process easier.

Depending on the type of essay you need to write, you’ll have to cover one or more of the following points:

• Giving your opinion: This is very common in essays, especially the ones included in official Spanish exams. Make sure you use expressions that help you introduce your personal opinions, such as en mi opinión (in my opinion), me parece que (it seems to me that) or creo que (I believe that).
• Agreeing and disagreeing: Another very common type of essay is the one where you’re given a sentence or quotation and you have to agree or disagree with it. Useful expressions here can be estoy de acuerdo (I agree), no estoy de acuerdo (I disagree) and es falso que (it is false that).
• Backing your claims: If you say that something is false or that you know for a fact something is true, you should back your claims with some evidence. Try to introduce words and expressions such as según (according to), demostrar (to demonstrate) and la fuente (the source).
• Conclusion: A conclusion normally summarizes the main topics of the essay and answers any questions and hypotheses that were posed in the introduction. When writing your conclusion, use expressions like en conclusión (in conclusion), por esta razón (for this reason) and en resumen (in summary).

Spanish and English keyboards are different. Because of that, typing in Spanish can be a challenge for the first few times. There are several ways to type in Spanish on your device:

• You can install a keyboard on your device. 
• You can use Alt codes (Windows) and Opt codes (Macs). 
• You can use online tools such as TypeIt . 

If you take a look at a Spanish keyboard, you will notice some letters, characters and symbols have changed, moved or disappeared. Below are three of the most important differences.

Spanish vowels can have an accent mark ( á, é,  í, ó, ú ). In order to type the accent, you first have to type the accent key on your keyboard (‘) and then the vowel you want to add the accent mark to.

Another letter with a mark is the Spanish letter ñ . Spanish keyboards have their own ñ key, which corresponds to the (:) key on an English-language keyboard.

The last mark you will need in Spanish is the diéresis (¨). To type this, press Shift + the (‘) key. Then type u or i.

The Spanish language has opening question marks and exclamation marks that are upside-down versions of the marks you already know.

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In order to type the opening (inverted) question mark, press Shift and (=). The closing question mark can be typed by pressing Shift and (-).

As for the exclamation marks, the opening one is very easy: just press the (=) key. The closing one can be typed by pressing Shift + 1, like on your normal keyboard.

Another change you’ll notice when typing in Spanish is the series of symbols you get by pressing Shift + numbers 2 to 0. Your keyboard probably has the sequence @#$%^&*() , while the Spanish keyboard will give you “·$%&/()= .

There are other differences between both keyboards, like the position of hyphens, dashes, apostrophes, colons, semi-colons, stops and commas, among others. In the beginning, all these differences can be a little bit overwhelming, and you’ll probably type the wrong symbol or letter because your brain will want to do it automatically in your normal keyboard layout.

As with everything, practicing Spanish typing will be the key (no pun intended) to get you used to the new layout. There are even Spanish typing games where you can practice all you want until you feel fully comfortable using the Spanish keyboard.

Texting in any language has its own separate set of rules. For instance, depending on the recipient of the message, two texts can look completely different even if they include the exact same information:

Xq tki. (Because I have to go.) This is very informal, sent to a friend.

Porque tengo que irme. (Because I have to go.) This is sent in a much more formal situation, normally to someone with whom we do not have a very close relationship.

As you can see from the first example, there are a lot of abbreviations and slang words you can use while texting in Spanish , much like you would do in English. It would be impossible to mention all of them here, but if you learn their most common traits, you will be able to text in Spanish like a pro:

• Many letters are omitted. The most common feature you’ll see is the omission of vowels and consonants. For example:

gnl — genial (great) tmbn — también (also)

• The letters q and c normally become k. Here’s one of the most common examples of this:

tkm — te quiero mucho (I love you so much)

• There are some established abbreviations. You’ll just have to learn these by heart. For instance:

b — bien (good) q — que/qué (that/what) xa — para (for)

• Numbers and symbols can also be used. Just as in English, if a number comes close to the pronunciation of a part of a word, some letters will be replaced by numbers .

salu2 — saludos (regards) 100pre — siempre (always)

• Watch out for acronyms. Spanish normally uses their own versions of well-known acronyms. These acronyms are often similar to the international ones or can be understood from the context, but sometimes they will be completely different. For example:

NATO —  OTAN   World Health Organization / WHO — Organización Mundial de la Salud / OMS

There are many more types of Spanish writing, and each of them has its own intrinsic characteristics and rules. Here are a few of the most common ones.

Creative writing is any kind of writing that’s not professional, academic or journalistic. Since this definition is so broad, there are also many types of writing that can fall into this category, the most common ones being poetry, novels, scripts, short stories, fairy tales and screenplays, among others.

Creative writing can be an amazing way to improve your Spanish language skills. It forces you to think, be creative, ask questions and find answers to them. If you’re not sure where to start, a Spanish writing prompt can get your creative juices flowing.

If you need some more guidance, many colleges and websites offer courses in Spanish creative writing, like this one from the Hemingway Institute . There’s a community of aspiring writers out there, so it’s also easy to find some people to share your writing with. Joining a local meetup of creative Spanish-language writers is a great way to meet like-minded people who can give you feedback and help you along in your writing journey!

Since there are no established rules, journaling can be a good way of practicing writing in Spanish without stress. No one except you will have access to your journal (unless you want to), so it doesn’t matter if you make spelling mistakes or write grammatically incorrect sentences as long as you’re doing it in Spanish.

If you feel that writing a journal in Spanish can be challenging, try to break your thoughts down into smaller chunks. There are many topics you can write about that will allow you to practice your Spanish writing skills in an undemanding way:

• Your bucket list and dreams for the future.
• Things you’re thankful for.
• Things that motivate you and make you happy.
• Reflections on the past day/week/year.
• Your goals for this week/month/year.
• Your favorite places or people and why.

The list goes on and on. Write about the topics you want, whenever you want and however you want. There are tons of journaling prompts out there so if you’re ever stumped, make use of them! 

Recipes have a very easy structure: a list of ingredients and steps to cook the dish. You can start practicing writing recipes in Spanish by using the infinitive when you give the instructions (Pelar las patatas — To peel the potatoes), and move on to the imperative mood when you study the Spanish imperativo (Pela las patatas — Peel the potatoes).

Even though we normally buy ready-made cards, adding a few words of our own could be a very nice finishing touch. If you’re giving a birthday card, remember to include some wishes like ¡Feliz cumpleaños! (Happy birthday!) or ¡Te deseo mucha felicidad! (I wish you lots of happiness!).

If you want to give a Valentine’s Day card, try to make it even more personal by creating a romantic card in Spanish yourself. Do not forget to express your feelings with phrases like Mi amor (My love), Mi cariño (My sweetheart) and Te amo (I love you).

Notes can be written to say thank you, to ask for a favor or to remind someone to do something. They tend to be very short and to the point, including only information that is absolutely necessary. For this reason, many notes only include one or two words. Here are some examples of short and sweet notes:

• ¡Gracias! (Thanks!)
• Para ti. (For you.)
• ¿Me echas una mano? (Will you help me?)
• Te quiero. (I love you.)
• Que aproveche. (Enjoy your meal.)
• Compra leche. (Buy some milk.)

Your Spanish writing can only improve if you actually practice it. Luckily, there are many ways to exercise those writing muscles and get both physical and digital practice in. Here are some effective tips and resources to practice writing in Spanish: 

• WordPress   is a blogging favorite, thanks to its easy-to-use interface. You can produce incredibly polished, professional-looking blogs here without being a blog expert.
• Blogger   is clean, simple and connected to your existing Google account. It’s the easiest way to create and manage multiple blogs, interact with other people in the real world and keep track of interesting posts in an extremely neat and tidy newsfeed.
• Tumblr   is ideal for the non-committal blog writer. This is a great place to just fool around, have fun and post any multimedia content that catches your eye. You can write lengthier posts if the mood strikes you, but on the other hand can post hilarious cat pictures with one-word comments attached. If you’re reluctant to start a blog, start here.
• Use social media: Social media is a simple solution if you’ve got friends who speak Spanish or want to make new Spanish-speaking friends. Its character limit makes it an easy place to start writing in Spanish without the pressure of writing full paragraphs or even complete sentences. You can create separate social media accounts specifically for your Spanish learning. 
• Write everyday things: Are you an obsessive list-writer? Do you make pro and con lists when confronted with big decisions? Most people keep notes of some kind, even if it’s only a grocery shopping list. Start managing your life in Spanish! Every little bit of practice counts. Plus, it’s been proven that thinking, speaking and writing in a foreign language helps you be an all-around better decision-maker .
• HelloTalk   is a social media site built specifically for the needs and desires of language learners. You can search for a fellow language learner or native Spanish speaker, or plug in your information and let them find you (or both)! Spanish is one of over 100 language options offered here, so you can chat with someone in Spanish and offer them interaction in whatever other language you know well.
• italki   is often recommended to Spanish learners who are seeking tutors, but one often overlooked feature is their exercises page . Here, you can find a daily collection of prompts to get you writing. Other users can comment on your writing with feedback, and you can return the favor in your native language.
• WhatsApp   is a multimedia messaging service used in Europe and several Spanish-speaking countries. If you’ve got friends who speak Spanish, take advantage of this relationship.
• Reddit   isn’t just for browsing diverse internet content, it also boasts a huge, diverse community that you can interact with. Try subreddits for specific countries and regions (such as /r/latinoamerica and /r/ecuador ) or for the Spanish language itself ( /r/spanish  and /r/espanol ). 
• Use Google Translate:  If you’re not sure how to dive into writing and the very idea seems somewhat daunting, you’re allowed to cheat. No, really! Use Google Translate to give you a place to start. Translate what you want to say into Spanish through the program. Then, carefully edit the text, paying close attention to syntax, diction and grammar. You can also do this backwards—write your sentence in Spanish and try to get the English translation you’re going for. If you’re not sure you produced a good sentence, ask a native speaker for feedback on a website like HiNative .
• Time your writing activities:  If you’re finding it difficult to sit down to write, set a timer. It can be as quick as five or 10 minutes, or as long as an hour—whatever works with your schedule. Hold yourself to the allotted time and see what you can come up with! 
• Read a lot: Reading dramatically improves writing ability in foreign (and native) languages. Get into the habit of reading any Spanish language material you can get your hands on. Magazines , newspapers , books , children’s stories —it’s all good. Change all your devices to a Spanish interface so your brain gets subconsciously ingrained with Spanish syntax, grammar and vocabulary. Find your favorite sources of information in Spanish, like BBC , CNN , Vice , BuzzFeed , Vogue   and more popular information sources online in Spanish . There are great Spanish language books out there for beginners, intermediate learners and advanced learners approaching fluency . 

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• Start a personal project: A personal writing project might be a diary, dream journal, scrapbook or nature journal (documenting the wildlife and plants in your backyard and beyond). Writing is an extraordinarily valuable tool for self-reflection. 

I know this is a lot of information to digest, but the good news is that you now have everything you need to know about how to write in Spanish. So take a pencil and a piece of paper (or run that word processor you normally use) and start writing in Spanish right away!

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Exploring broad topics in Spanish Studies scholarship is a good way to start thinking about potential topics for your essay, research paper, or project. As you explore some of the broad topics in recent scholarship, consider:

• What are the expectations around the essay, paper, or project? Are there specific geographic or temporal requirements for the assignment?
• What interests you most about some of the broad topics? What are some of the ways that they connect with your interests inside and outside of the classroom?

If you have identified a broad topic, the next step is to adapt or narrow the topic to match the course expectations and requirements for your essay, paper, or project. As you narrow your topic, consider: 

• What are expectations around the length of the paper or project?
• What are the requirements around the use of primary and secondary sources?

Identifying a topic and sources to support your analysis is an important first step in the research process. For many essays and projects, forming a research question and thesis statement is an important next step. As you form a research question, plan to use additional resources: 

• Visit your professors during drop-in office hours or make an appointment with them to discuss your research question and thesis statement early in the process. 
• Use the  UConn Writing Center  to formulate or revise a research question or preliminary thesis statement. The writing center offers free in-person and online tutoring. You can make an appointment, drop-in with a quick question, or request written feedback.
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A-level Spanish

• Specification
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• Assessment resources
• Introduction
• Specification at a glance
• 3.1 Social issues and trends
• 3.2 Political and artistic culture
• 3.3 Grammar
• 3.5 Individual research project

Scheme of assessment

• General administration

Find past papers and mark schemes, and specimen papers for new courses, on our website at aqa.org.uk/pastpapers

This specification is designed to be taken over two years.

This is a linear qualification. In order to achieve the award, students must complete all assessments at the end of the course and in the same series.

A-level exams and certification for this specification are available for the first time in May/June 2018 and then every May/June for the life of the specification.

All materials are available in English only.

Our A-level exams in Spanish include questions that allow students to demonstrate their ability to:

• draw together their knowledge, skills and understanding from across the full course of study
• provide extended responses.

Courses based on this specification should encourage students to:

• enhance their linguistic skills and promote and develop their capacity for critical thinking on the basis of their knowledge and understanding of the language, culture and society of the country or countries where the language is spoken
• develop control of the language system to convey meaning, using spoken and written skills, including an extended range of vocabulary, for both practical and intellectual purposes as increasingly confident, accurate and independent users of the language
• develop their ability to interact effectively with users of the language in speech and in writing, including through online media
• develop language learning skills and strategies, including communication strategies to sustain communication and build fluency and confidence
• engage critically with intellectually stimulating texts, films and other materials in the original language, developing an appreciation of sophisticated and creative uses of the language and understanding them within their cultural and social context
• develop knowledge about matters central to the society and culture, past and present, of the country or countries where the language is spoken
• mediate between cultures and between speakers of the language and speakers of English
• foster their ability to learn other languages
• equip themselves with transferable skills such as autonomy, resourcefulness, creativity, critical thinking, and linguistic, cultural and cognitive flexibility that will enable them to proceed to further study or to employment
• develop their capacity for critical and analytical thinking through the language of study
• develop as independent researchers through the language of study.

Assessment objectives

Assessment objectives (AOs) are set by Ofqual and are the same across all A-level Spanish specifications and all exam boards.

The exams will measure how students have achieved the following assessment objectives.

• in speech to spoken language including face-to-face interaction
• in writing to spoken language drawn from a variety of sources.
• in speech to written language drawn from a variety of sources
• in writing to written language drawn from a variety of sources.
• AO3: Manipulate the language accurately, in spoken and written forms, using a range of lexis and structure.
• AO4: Show knowledge and understanding of, and respond critically and analytically to, different aspects of the culture and society of countries/communities where the language is spoken

Across assessment objectives AO1 and AO2, no more than 10% of the total marks for the qualification may be used for responses in English, including translation into English.

Assessment objective weightings for A-level Spanish

Assessment weightings

The marks awarded on the papers will be scaled to meet the weighting of the components. Students’ final marks will be calculated by adding together the scaled marks for each component. Grade boundaries will be set using this total scaled mark. The scaling and total scaled marks are shown in the table below.

Paper 1: Listening, Reading and Writing

Duration: 2 hours 30 minutes; total raw mark: 100

Listening and responding

Students will listen to spoken passages from a range of contexts and sources, covering different registers and types. The content of the passages will be based on the themes and sub-themes in this specification.

Questions will target main points, gist and detail and will require either non-verbal responses or responses in Spanish. Questions will include the need to infer meaning and will include of abstract material such as opinions, views, emotional reactions and personal experiences.

For one question students will need to summarise in Spanish what they have understood from the passage they have heard and marks will be awarded for the quality of Spanish used. Students must write in full sentences and use their own words as far as possible in this question.

In the remaining questions requiring a response in Spanish, students should give only the information required by the question.

Across the passages for listening, reference will be made to at least two Spanish-speaking countries other than Spain.

At least one passage will involve more than one speaker. Passages will be studio recorded and provided to schools and colleges. Students will have individual control of the recording. The language and delivery of the recorded material will reflect its content and context.

Reading and responding

Students will read a range of stimulus texts adapted from authentic sources, including online sources. Texts will include contemporary and historical material and will cover non-fiction and literary fiction and/or material based on literature. The content of the stimulus texts will be based on the themes and sub-themes in this specification, except in the case of literary texts where the content may fall outside of these themes and sub-themes.

Questions will target main points, gist and detail and will require either non-verbal responses or responses in Spanish. Questions will include the need to infer meaning and will include abstract material such as opinions, views, emotional reactions and personal experiences.

For one question students will need to summarise in Spanish what they have understood from the stimulus text they have read and marks will be awarded for the quality of Spanish used. Students must write in full sentences and use their own words as far as possible in this question.

For the remaining questions requiring a response in Spanish, students should give only the information required by the question.

Across the stimulus texts for reading, reference will be made to at least two Spanish-speaking countries other than Spain.

In questions requiring a summary, the marks for content (AO1 or AO2) and language (AO3) are awarded independently.

Long summaries will be marked for content (AO1 or AO2) or language (AO3) until the first natural break (usually the end of a sentence or main clause) between 90 and 100 words. Short summaries are not subject to an automatic penalty but in practice are unlikely to include all the required content points and will therefore be self-penalising.

The AO1 or AO2 mark is awarded for content points which contain the required information regardless of whether those points are expressed in the student’s own words, or are partly or wholly lifted from the recording or text. However, no AO1 or AO2 mark will be awarded for a content point where the student includes irrelevant material or copies inappropriately from the stimulus, eg by ‘lifting’ an element from the original which does not match the phrasing of the bullet point. Examples of this are in the specimen mark scheme. ‘Lifted’ language will not be eligible for credit when the AO3 mark is awarded.

In comprehension questions with no AO3 marks, where the natural answer to a question consists entirely or partly of words or phrases from the recording or text, students may use that material without rephrasing it. Minor spelling errors which do not distort the meaning will be tolerated. However, the AO1 or AO2 mark will not be awarded for a response in which the student includes irrelevant material or copies inappropriately from the stimulus, eg by ‘lifting’ an element from the original which does not match the phrasing of the question set. Examples of this are in the specimen mark scheme.

Translation

Students will translate a passage of at least 100 words from Spanish into English. The content will be based on the themes and sub-themes in this specification.

Students will translate a passage of at least 100 words from English into Spanish. The content will be based on the themes and sub-themes in this specification and students will be provided with a supporting text in Spanish, giving them some of the vocabulary and structures which they will need for the translation.

No dictionaries are allowed in this exam.

Paper 2: Writing

Duration: 2 hours; total raw mark: 80

Students will answer an essay question in Spanish for each of the two works they have studied (this can be a book and a film, or two books). Students will have a choice of question on each book/film. All questions will be in Spanish and will require a critical and analytical response.

Students will be advised to write approximately 300 words per essay. Everything that students write will be marked; there is no word limit. Students who write the recommended number of words will have access to the full range of marks.

Access to the books and films is not allowed in this exam.

Paper 3: Speaking

Duration: 21–23 minutes (including 5 minutes supervised preparation time); total raw mark: 60

The test will be in two parts. Part 1 will be the discussion of one sub-theme from those in this specification, lasting 5–6 minutes, and Part 2 will be the presentation and discussion of the student’s individual research project.

In Part one, the teacher-examiner gives the student two cards, following the sequencing table provided as part of the assessment material and avoiding the topic of the student’s individual research project. Each card is based on a sub-theme and the two cards are drawn from different themes. The student chooses one of the two cards.

The stimulus card will form the basis for the discussion. The content of each card will be based on one of the sub-themes in this specification. Cards will contain images, text and three questions. The teacher-examiner will ask the student the questions during the discussion.

The student must ask the teacher-examiner two questions arising from the material on the card.

To meet the requirement to ask questions, a student must seek information or an opinion. Asking for repetition or clarification will not meet the requirement. The student’s questions must contain a conjugated verb. Rephrasing or repetition of the printed questions will not meet the requirement. Sample questions are shown in the specimen mark scheme.

Students may make notes during the 5 minute supervised preparation time and may make reference to these notes during the discussion of the sub-theme. The notes should be stored securely in the centre until results day.

In Part two the student will present the findings of his or her research for up to two minutes. This will be followed by a discussion of the findings of the student’s research. Examples of the types of question the teacher-examiner will ask during the discussion of the project are included in the AS and A-level French, German and Spanish Instructions for the Conduct of the Examinations at aqa.org.uk .

Students will provide in advance on the Research project form a list of headings to indicate the scope of their research and the sources used. Apart from the names of published sources, any headings must be in English. The teacher may help the student to complete the form. Students must use at least two sources and at least one of them must be an online source. Apart from the two required sources, any remaining sources and/or headings must not exceed 80 words. Sources could be visual, audio or written (in any combination) and must be capable of leading to findings that will form the basis of a 9–10 minute discussion.

Teachers are allowed to:

• provide suggestions for the subject of students’ individual research
• discuss, guide and advise students on their proposed project title (including language of the title) and the scope of the research
• correct the language of the project title where necessary
• give feedback to students on the extent to which their provisional titles will or will not meet the assessment criteria
• suggest sources of reference, including but not limited to websites, books and magazines
• provide support/guidance on research techniques, including how best to manage the storing and assimilation of knowledge and information that has been researched
• provide guidance on planning and timescales, including deadlines or milestones according to which research outcomes can be monitored and checked
• monitor students’ progress according to such deadlines or milestones
• provide general advice on the type of language which students might use in the presentation and discussion.

Teachers must not:

• provide the student with material that they have designed specifically for the student’s project
• download and give the student specific source materials or copied and pasted extracts
• provide specific advice on the language of the student’s presentation and discussion, apart from the language of the project title
• give feedback orally or in writing on any written notes, drafts or preparatory work produced by the student for the presentation or discussion
• give feedback orally or in writing on any oral practice presentation by the student, beyond informing the student if it exceeds 2 minutes.

General advice is defined as guidance which the teacher would include in the teaching and learning of the class and which would apply to all projects. Specific advice is defined as guidance which relates to a particular project and is tailored to an individual student or group of students.

During the presentation and discussion of their research project, students may only have access to their completed Candidate Record form . No other notes are allowed.

Speaking assessments will be conducted by either the school or college or a visiting examiner. All assessments must be recorded and a complete and unedited audio recording made available to AQA.

All assessments will be assessed by an AQA examiner.

A five - week window will be timetable d during April and May. All assessments must be conducted within this period.

Teachers conducting the assessments can open the assessment material up to two working days before the assessment window opens in order to prepare for conducting the tests.

Detailed instructions for the teacher will be issued before the test period. Online training materials will also be available to ensure that teachers are familiar with the requirements of the assessments.

The confidentiality of the assessment materials must be strictly maintained before and during the period of the assessments.

Access to dictionaries is not allowed at any time during the assessment or preparation time.

For further detail on Paper 3 Speaking, see A-level French, German and Spanish Instructions for the Conduct of the Examinations and A-level French, German and Spanish: Candidate Record form.

Assessment criteria

Paper 1 summary questions: ao3.

Essays on texts and films will be assessed according to the following assessment criteria.

AO3 (20 marks)

AO4 (20 marks)

The following assessment criteria will be used.

Discussion of sub-theme

Ao1 (5 marks).

Fluency is defined as delivery at a pace which reflects natural discourse, although not of the level associated with a native speaker. Hesitation and pauses may occur to allow for a word to be found, for a phrase to be formulated or for self-correction and/or repair strategies to be used. The use of self-correction and/or repair strategies will not be penalised.

AO2 (5 marks)

If a student only asks one question, a maximum of 4 marks can be awarded for AO2. If a student asks no questions, a maximum of 3 marks can be awarded for AO2.

The material on the card is defined as the text containing the target-language heading, any statement of opinion, any factual/statistical information and the printed questions.

AO3 (10 marks)

Pronunciation and intonation are not expected to be of native speaker standard.

Serious errors are defined as those which adversely affect communication.

Idiom refers to a form of expression that is particular to the target language.

AO4 (5 marks)

Further guidance on what we expect for AO4 can be found in the indicative content in the specimen mark scheme.

Research-based topic presentation

The maximum mark available for the presentation is 5.

Research-based topic discussion

The maximum mark available for discussion of the research topic is 30 .

AO1 (10 marks)

AO4 (10 marks)

Assessment of Individual Research Project

Students will provide a two-minute presentation of their chosen research project. This will be followed by a discussion lasting 9–10 minutes.

The presentation will be assessed for AO4 and the discussion for AO1, AO3 and AO4.

The presentation

The presentation should cover some key findings emerging from the research carried out by the student. It will be the quality of these findings rather than their quantity that will determine the mark awarded.

The discussion

The examiner may use points made in the presentation as well as information given on the Candidate Record f orm to initiate the discussion.

From there on, the examiner proceeds on the basis of points made in response to questions. Questions can be informed by knowledge of the topic area, or lack of knowledge of the topic area.

The emphasis throughout the discussion will be on eliciting views, opinions, ideas, and reactions from the student which they will be invited to explain, develop further, justify, illustrate, and defend, and where knowledge of the topic area will be paramount in supporting the responses given.

The discussion will focus on key concepts such as importance, impact, value, contribution, significance, as well as on the student’s appreciation of the topic area – its appeal and interest, and the insights the study has brought to the student. This will naturally generate opportunities for the student to analyse, evaluate and draw conclusions on those aspects of the topic area that have been researched.

The Spanish Tragedy

By thomas kyd, the spanish tragedy essay questions.

The Spanish General, Lorenzo, and Horatio all tell different stories about the battle. What actually happened? The question may be fruitless in itself, but it leads to a more interesting question: What motivates their narrative? In other words, why do the different characters tell the versions that they do?

Discuss the role of the Chorus (the Ghost and Revenge) in the play. What does it suggest about fate and human agency? It may be helpful to approach the question from the play's "theatricality," or alternatively Hieronimo's belief that he is serving justice due in Heaven.

Why does Hieronimo delay taking his revenge for so long? Each time someone says "Horatio" or "murder," it is as if he recalls anew the need for revenge. Consider the question in relation to his spells of madness as well as his death wishes.

What does the sub-plot that occurs in Portugal (i.e. Villuppo's treachery and its resolution) add to the play? Can it be understood allegorically, or does it contain insightful parallels to the rest of the play?

Perform a close reading of the dialogue between Bellimperia, Balthazar, and Lorenzo in Act 3 Scene 10. Lines 78-109, in particular, culminate in an obscure exchange about love and fear. Students of Latin are encouraged to pay special attention to Bellimperia's two lines 102-103.

Hieronimo demands justice for Horatio's murder. Has justice been served at the end of the play? How does justice overlap with revenge, and how are the two different?

Discuss the different modes of suicide in the play. Why do Isabelle, Hieronimo, and Bellimperia kill themselves? Does a common motive exist between the three?

Consider the portrait of madness in the play. What are its symptoms? How does it arise? Can it be distinguished between masculine and feminine forms - between Hieronimo and Isabella?

Discuss the significance of the play-within-play in the fourth act. Why does Hieronimo insist on showing Horatio's corpse on stage? Why must it be acted out in four different languages? It may also be worthwhile to consider it in relation to the dumb shows that occur in the play.

After the play-within-a-play, the royal audience does not seem to comprehend Hieronimo's explanation of his motives for killing Lorenzo and Balthazar. They insist repeatedly that he speak and explain himself again. How might this lack of comprehension be understood? And why does Hieronimo refuse to speak anymore?

The murder of the Duke comes as a complete surprise. The turn of events (with Hieronimo being restrained from hanging himself and thus biting off his tongue) strongly suggest that the murder is not premeditated. Has Hieronimo simply gone completely mad? What role does the murder serve in the larger picture of the play?

The Spanish Tragedy Questions and Answers

The Question and Answer section for The Spanish Tragedy is a great resource to ask questions, find answers, and discuss the novel.

Kyd's indebtness to Senex with reference to the Spanish Tragedy?

The events that brought the senex to Hieronimo were a stark reminder of Horatio's death, and his own grief. Thus, he gathers the senex to him, almost symbolically, and seeing his grief in the old man. The senex's tragedy is poignantly but...

If the Spanish King behaved wisely, the tragic death of so many people did not occur in The Spanish Tragedy. To what extent do you agree or disagree?

I agree that the King's actions were responsible for numerous deaths. Had he not required his daughter to marry a man she didn't love, she might not have run away with Horatio, and all of the deaths that subsequently occurred might never have...

what is revange tragedy?

Revenge Tragedy is a style of drama, popular in England during the late 16th and 17th centuries, in which the basic plot was a quest for vengeance and which typically featured scenes of carnage and mutilation. If you "google" the term, you will...

Study Guide for The Spanish Tragedy

The Spanish Tragedy study guide contains a biography of Thomas Kyd, literature essays, quiz questions, major themes, characters, and a full summary and analysis.

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The Spanish Question Mark: ¿How Do You Use it?

The inverted Spanish question mark (¿) is undoubtedly one of the most unique aspects of the Spanish language. In fact, Spanish is the only major language that uses the upside-down question mark!

So why is it used? I wondered just this when I began learning Spanish, but now I have grown to love it! Let me tell you why.

Here’s me in Spain, ready to ask questions!

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Spanish questions and why the spanish question marks are useful, how to type the spanish question mark, fun facts about the spanish question mark, ready to ask questions.

You’ll often notice that Spanish question sentences or question clauses are surrounded by two question marks (¿ ? – one upside-down and one right-side-up, by English standards).

First, if you haven’t already, check out our article about  Spanish questions  for some basics on how to form questions in Spanish.

Now that we know how to form basic questions, we know that there are two ways to make a question in Spanish:

• By using a question word (ex.  dónde , “where?”).

In fact, unlike English, you don’t need to change anything about the structure of the sentence or the grammar to make a statement into a question. Here’s what I mean:

Statement:  Quiere comer pan.  (“He/she wants to eat bread.”) Question:  ¿Quiere comer pan?  (“Does he/she want to eat bread?”)

The only real difference between reading these two sentences aloud is that the second one will have rising intonation at the end. Otherwise, notice how nothing is different, in terms of the words. Luckily, we have the inverted question mark at the beginning signaling to us that the sentence is a question and we need rising intonation!

Here’s a bonus Spanish question tip: Spanish likes to omit subjects when they’re understood through context, but in this question, it is possible to add the subject for clarification or emphasis. So it’s possible to say things like  ¿Quiere ella comer pan?  or  ¿Ella quiere comer pan?  (“Does she want to eat bread?”). The former would be more likely for clarification (since  quiere  could also refer to  él  [“he”] or  usted  [formal “you”]. The latter is more like “ She  [of all people!] wants to eat bread?”

By the way, remember how I said that it’s not always the full sentence surrounded by the question marks? When you have a longer sentence, it’s just the question clause that’s surrounded.

Here’s an example of what I mean:  Sé tu edad, pero ¿cuántos años tiene él?  (“I know your age, but how old is he?”)

If you’re eager for even more Spanish question phrases, check out our article about  Spanish conversation starters and questions !

So now you may be wondering how to type the Spanish question mark. If you’re using a keyboard in a Spanish-speaking country, odds are it’s on there directly. But don’t fret if not! You can type it even if you don’t have a special Spanish keyboard.

Now, things may change depending on what model of computer and settings you have, but by and large, here’s how you do it:

If you’re using a Windows computer, press Alt + 168 or Alt + 0191. If you’re using a Mac computer, press Option + Shift + /.

You can type them on your smartphone, too!

If you’re using an Android, press the !#1 button, then the 1/2 button, and it’ll show up. If you’re using an iPhone, hold down on the normal ? and the option to type the ¿ will appear.

Now, speaking of texting, keep in mind that when chatting casually online, Spanish speakers often omit the inverted question mark. So don’t be confused when you see a Spanish text ending in a single question mark!

Now, before we wrap up, I want to tell you some more interesting things about the Spanish question mark.

I’m sure you’ve noticed by now that Spanish also uses an inverted exclamation point (¡), which follows similar rules as the inverted question marl. One way to get more playful with your Spanish is combining any mixture of one or both of these when you’re expressing a question of surprise or exclamation.

For example, these are all possible ways to punctuate the fighting words “And who do you think you are?!”:

• ¡Y tú quién te crees?
• ¿Y tú quién te crees!
• ¿¡Y tú quién te crees!?
• ¡¿Y tú quién te crees?!

Also, the inverted question mark in Spanish is a fairly recent invention. Despite a long history of the Spanish language, it was only developed in the 1700s. While it’s taken a stronghold now, internet users are not the only ones flaunting its use. The Nobel laureate Pablo Neruda refused to use it in his writing!

Interesting, right?

Honestly, the Spanish question marks are so useful and fun, and now I hope you see why. They’ll really help you communicate better! So keep asking questions and keep going on your path to Spanish mastery.  ¡Hasta luego!  (“Bye for now!”)

Kelsey Lechner

Translator, teacher, interpreter

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AS Volver essay questions

Subject: Spanish

Age range: 16+

Resource type: Unit of work

Last updated

18 April 2017

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