So… you’re an American moving to Argentina? ¡Qué emoción! Whether you’re relocating for work, love, curiosity, or just tired of the fast-paced U.S. grind, let me tell you: Argentina is nada que ver to the States—and that’s exactly why you’re going to love (and maybe hate) it. Before you pack…
Have you ever wondered, “Why Argentinian Spanish is different?” I am sure you have because most of my students come to me right after realizing this Spanish variant goes way beyond ‘che, vos’ and ‘boludo’. Argentina, with its rich culture and unique history, boasts a distinctive—and quite attractive one must…
¿Te preguntaste alguna vez cómo es salir de fiesta en Argentina? ¿Sabías que en Argentina no decimos “discoteca” sino boliche? En este episodio te cuento todo sobre la vida nocturna argentina: desde la previa con fernet con coca, hasta los carritos de choripán a las 6 de la mañana. También vas…
En este episodio vas a escuchar una charla relajada entre dos argentinos, con un ritmo un poco más pausado que el típico porteño acelerado. Hoy me acompaña Sebastián Alcoverro para hablar de su ciudad, su historia con los idiomas y cómo es su día a día en el trabajo. Sebastián…
Clothing words in Spanish books tend to include “calcetines” for socks, “bragas” for panties, and “pendientes” for earrings. Unfortunately, not all people in Hispanic countries understand “camiseta” as a t-shirt or “falda” as a skirt. There are other words Spanish books don’t teach you. For instance, there are words like…
In Argentina, 5 facts that shape society also affect the way we speak Spanish. For instance, personality traits and emotions greatly affect communication. Therefore, understanding the Argentine society will help you understand the Rioplatense Spanish better. Before we dive into the 5 facts that shape Argentina’s society, let’s discuss what los…