Learning Tips

Check out these links for tips to practice and improve your Spanish as efficiently as possible.

What is fluency?

The elusive fluency is found somewhere between conversational and native language proficiency. Linguists generally agree that it's closer to the latter. more »

Spanish News Sources

An excellent way to learn about another culture is by keeping up with current events. Here are some Spanish news sources to help you get informed. more »

Spanish learning superpowers – language blindspots

Take learning Spanish to a whole new level by understanding learning blind spots: how they can cripple your progress, and how to find and eliminate them. more »

Increase your Spanish vocabulary

You'll never learn all Spanish vocabulary, but there are ways that you can specifically work on increasing the number of words you know. more »

How taking online Spanish tests can help you learn Spanish

Taking an online Spanish test is one of the most effective things you can do to learn the Spanish language. more »

Spanish grammar and the “practice makes perfect” myth

Studies from psychology show why carelessly speaking can be a dangerous Spanish grammar practice and why you need to test yourself with quality exercises. more »

Spanish Test Prep

If you have an important Spanish test coming up, studying shouldn't be the only thing on your to do list. Ace yourself with these Spanish test prep tips. more »

How often should I test my Spanish?

The short answer is as often as possible. Yes, even daily. It's most effective just after you've learned something new. more »

Don’t “practise your mistakes” in Spanish!

A compelling reason to test your Spanish regularly is to catch mistakes you're not aware you're making. more »

Transference Errors

A transference error occurs when a student assumes that something that is true in his native language also applies to the one he's learning. more »