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Hi!

I just saw this site, AWESOME!

For someone that did Spanish in High School (now 52, so you know I have forgotten ALOT/lol) - what would you recommend as far as "understanding" Spanich conversations?

I can figure out quite a bit as alot of Spanish words look like English, but when they get to talking, other than senor, I am lost.

Thanks!

Hi, Angela!

Thanks! And... maybe the best way to understand Spanish is listening! If you have the chance, listen to Spanish soap-operas, or Spanish music, films, etc...

Grammar is very, very important, yes. But you can learn a lot and, when ready to have your first conversation in Spanish, you won't probably understand much!

So my recommendation is listening as much as possible. And, there are some free sources on the net where you can listen and read at the same time. Similar to You-tube videos with subtitles in Spanish.

Anyway, if any reader knows more about this, feel free to post it here!

Best, Angela, and, by the way, good work with your site!

Speaking Spanish can also give you a lot more opportunities if you travel to a Spanish speaking country. Having goals and motivation are vital, and now you need the right method to fulfill their desire to learn Spanish quickly. Even with the goals and motivation. There are two notable Spanish courses available online, which are effective and come at a price. These courses offer good quality tutorials and innovative learning methods.

�Hola, Angela!

Yes, I know what you mean. We can learn the grammar, but when you have to put into practice... �Ay!

I wrote an article about free online resources where you could find a partner to practice. Here's the link:
Find Online Spanish Language Partners!

Hope it helps!

Thanks Angeles

You're welcome! Or... �De nada!

Hola Angeles. My parish is 50% Hispanic. You would think I would have many opportunities to speak Spanish. Other than Hola, Com� �sta, y muy bi�n I don't know how to continue

I can't seem to get the accent right. My latin friends mostly just laugh when I try to say something in Spanish.

�Hola Angie!! �C�mo est�s?

Well, that's logical! :-) But don't worry. I guess it is just a question of time. Anyway, I heard that in some communities English speakers offer themselves to teach English to Spanish speakers. Maybe you could find someone needing some help with his/her English!

And, apart from saying "hello" or "how are you", try to start a short conversation, something like "What a sunny day! (�Qu� d�a m�s soleado"), or just asking "What time is it?" )�Qu� hora es, por favor?)

Maybe short questions or comments about the weather, or whatever you have in mind could help.

Anyway, any comments about this, and how to start some conversation, from someone who had already this situation will be welcome!

We'll waiting for your experiences!!