With its vibrant history and diverse influences, the Spanish language is a treasure trove of unique expressions. However, some of these phrases can be particularly challenging for some learners to grasp. That’s the purpose of this guide: to help you shed some light on a selection of frequently used Spanish expressions, from foundational basics to […]
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Traditional learning method Like many of us, I learned my first foreign language in school. As a German, learning English as a second language in school is mandatory, though I also chose to learn Latin and French a few years later. Unfortunately, besides English, I could never pick up the other two languages to speak them
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As in practically any language, the verb hacer is one of the most used and recurrent verb, also when learning Spanish. However in our language, its meaning will vary depending on the context. Grab your pencil and learn with this weeks post. The verb hacer is one of the most versatile verbs when learning Spanish. In fact, in
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The English love Spain, not only for its gastronomy and its climate, but they also love its language. Learning Spanish for English people is relatively easy because of its phonetics, however, they have difficulties with sounds like the initial and intervocalic r and the j. The grammar is not easy either. Thousands of English people travel to
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When it comes to learning a language we always encounter difficulties. Assimilating new vocabulary and grammar that is different from what we are used to can make us feel discouraged at first. If we want to learn Spanish in a more enjoyable way, we can always count on the classics of Spanish literature to broaden our
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Knowing more than one language is a prerequisite in the business world. For an expatriate, travelling to another country, and knowing at least English fluently is essential, but what other languages are most important in the business world? Spanish especially for non-Spanish or Latin American companies, has become a key language. In fact, it is the fourth most
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Even if the English language is considered the Esperanto of the 21th century, people expect it to be the same in the future. Spanish becomes more and more important though, together with Mandarin, the only language that is able to compete with English because the number of people studying or speaking the language is rising.
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Where are the students who come to Valencia from to learn Spanish? People from all over the world decide to come to Spain to learn Spanish. Still the countries of origin of the students are different from city to city. If you choose Valencia, you should know that here you’re going to meet a lot
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Spanish isn’t a very complicated language, although we have to admit that –like in all languages – it’s the verbs that make a student’s life more complicated. If you decide to come to Spain you’re going to recognize these typical spelling mistakes in Spanish. At the latest, when you’re going to improve your spelling. In
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I began my experience in Valencia and at AIP Language Institute with a strong intent to improve my personal and professional background, and I can tell that I succeeded, thanks to this beautiful city and AIP. Valencia is an explosion of beauty and freshness, every corner has its own history and features; a spring-like climate almost
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Often considered the best place to learn Spanish in Spain, Valencia is a modern and exciting city which nevertheless keeps its historical touch. Situated in the center of the Spanish east coast, it is a welcoming cosmopolitan city, which historically has been a place where different civilizations have converged. With a population of about one million, Valencia is
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Yes, we can: Hitchhiking in Spain and Portugal for a month on €200 budget I bet you’re looking at the screen right now and can’t believe your eyes. How? What’s the catch? There must be a catch! The catch is: CouchSurfing and hitchhiking in Spain and Portugal. You can read about that in our previous blog
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I have to say that my internship at AIP Language Institute of Valencia is the best thing that ever happened to me. I decided to join the European project Leonardo after my graduation in March, because I wanted to get involved and because, after years of study, I had a strong desire to work, to be
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If you are interested in learning Spanish language and culture and you also like celebrating popular festivals, do not hesitate! Come to Valencia, the city of paella by definition and of “Las Fallas“, a festival of international interest which takes its name from the artistic constructions made of combustible materials, such as cardboard and wood.
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I’ll always remember with pleasure the day I spent in a mountain village not far from Valencia, Bocairent. The school AIP Language Institute organizes, especially on weekends, special activities which involve many students from all over the world, including those of the school, and also those of other schools … It is the best from
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Internship in Spain: how can I be sure to find a good one? Nowadays doing practices has become compulsory in more and more universities, and, in some cases, it must be done abroad. The most frequent question is: how can I organize an internship abroad being at home, if I don’t know the country and
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Buñol and the Tomato-Fight Ever since 60 years, every year there are more than 10 thousand tourists traveling to this usually very calm village in the inside of the province of Valencia to celebrate the day of the tomato. This year it will take place on the 29 of August. About 11 am the procession
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The 21 of June @ 19pm the 5th version of the INCUBARTE begins! INCUBARTE in Valencia is an international Festival of Independent Art which unifies plastic- with visual art. They just create a link between different types oft art and culture like painting, sculpture, instalations, photography and video-arts. It’s an amazing meeting point of several
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Valencian Street Art is very famous and well-respected all over the world. This becomes first and foremost clear when you see its online presence! As a result of the fugacity of Street Art based on the atmospheric conditions and the destruction by persons and posters, the internet is one of the little places where works
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First time in this city? let’s discover the Nightlife in Valencia, you’ll soon find out the meaning of the word “movida”. In this article, we’ll go through the areas of Blasco Ibañez, Benimaclet, Russafa, Barrio Carmen. Blasco Ibañez Blasco Ibañez is well known especially by (Erasmus-) students. It’s the party-street of the students. Just behind
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Are you new in Valencia and don’t know how to get around? Well guys, there’s a very nice way to do it! Rent a Valenbisi! Take care and respect your environment and mother nature – don’t go by car or metro, take a ride on the Valenbisi bicycle! What is Valenbisi? Valenbisi is a modern
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