"Arabismos" has been shared to the blog from the Spanish reading practice section of the learning library where you can find a large selection of interactive texts to help you with your reading skills.
Spanish online reading and listening practice – level B2
For nearly 800 years, Arabs from North Africa, frequently referred to as “Moors” (Spanish = moros), were the dominant rulers of a vast part modern-day Spain. Their influence left an indelible mark on Spanish architecture, culture, food and in particular, the Spanish language.
This reading and listening exercise can help you practise El Pretérito Perfecto, and El Pretérito Indefinido. Note that the speaker has a Puerto Rican accent when he speaks Spanish.
Exercise: Arabismos
Watch the video, then read the transcript. Click any phrase for the translation and links to related grammar lessons which you can add to your Kwiziq notebook to practise later.
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If you would like to find out more about the Arabic influences on Spanish culture and architecture, check out another one of our bilingual readers: La herencia árabe en España.
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Shui is Kwiziq's COO and Head of Languages. She is an experienced technical writer, translator and project manager. Shui grew up bilingual English-Spanish in the UK, completing her studies in London, Madrid and Paris where she now lives. She speaks English, Spanish, French and Italian. Her love of languages and technical knowledge make her a perfect fit for Kwiziq.