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…
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…
Argentinians tend to repeat a series of words in Spanish that describe someone as a genius. We often use these words as a compliment to someone that achieved something great or that has been kind to us. For example, let’s say you passed all your exams with excellent grades. When…
En este episodio quiero enseñarte 3 palabras argentinas y su significado que seguramente nadie te enseñó. Prestá atención porque quiero que al final del episodio me contestes esta pregunta: ¿cuál de estas palabras argentinas comunes se usa exclusivamente para hablar de una mujer? Temas que se mencionan en este episodio…
Are you ready to test your knowledge on these common Argentine Spanish phrases? Take our quiz now and transport yourself to Buenos Aires! QUIZ: What Do These Argentine Spanish Slang Phrases Mean? Take a couple of minutes to think about the meaning of the following slang expressions. The examples are there…
Transitioning from Argentine Spanish to English can oftentimes be un quilombo, che. Have you ever encountered expressions in Argentine Spanish that leave you puzzled when attempting to find their English equivalents? Well, no te hagas drama! Even though Argentinian Spanish has some words and phrases that can’t be easily translated into…