Learn Spanish con Salsa | Spanish lessons with Latin music and conversational Spanish

Do you think you don't have any time to learn Spanish? Spanish Fluency Club member Kimberly Winfrey shares how she juggles work, family life, and her passion for language learning. I'm sure our conversation will give you helpful time management tips so you can integrate Spanish into your daily life, no matter how busy you are. Support the show ⭐Leave us a rating & review and we just...

Have you been learning Spanish but still don't feel confident speaking the language? If this is you, then there's really only 5 reasons you haven't become fluent in Spanish yet. In this episode, I break down *exactly* what's keeping you from speaking Spanish fluently and (more importantly) what you need to focus on to get fluent. Support the show ⭐Leave us a rating & revie...

Have you ever been in a conversation with a native Spanish speaker and you have NO IDEA what they said to you? Then you ended up freezing up and looking completely lost with a blank stare on your face? If this has ever happened to you, then you need to listen to this episode. I will help you understand the 2 types of Spanish conversations, and exactly what to do the next time you feel stuck or con...

There are a few things that I used to say all the time when I started learning Spanish. However, with time and practice, I realized they were dead giveaways that I was a newbie. Listen to this episode to find out the 5 things you should stop saying in your Spanish conversations if you want to get fluent in the language. Support the show ⭐Leave us a rating & review and we just might  give you...

Do you ever question if your current approach to learning Spanish is really working? What should you focus on first? What should you learn next? How do you know when to move on to the next thing? In this episode, I share the exact steps I would take if I was learning Spanish from scratch.  Listen to find out which steps you can apply to your own Spanish language learning (or one's you may hav...

In this conversation with Gabriela from la Habana, Cuba we discuss some of the most common phrases that you might hear if you're visiting the island 🇨🇺 From this episode you'll learn: The difference between Cuban Spanish and Castillian How to say 'Hey, how are you?' Cuban style  The expression used to ask for help in Cuba Support the show ⭐Leave us a rating & review and we...

In this episode, we'll explore different Dominican Spanish expressions from the salsa song 'Lejos de ti' by Chiquito Team Band. From this episode you'll learn: How to refer to something you haven't done in a while Different ways to say 'that' in Spanish The expression 'It seems like' in Spanish Support the show ⭐Leave us a rating & review and we ju...

In this episode, we'll explore different Spanish expressions and phrases from the song En Barranquilla Me Quedo by Colombian singer Joe Arroyo. From this episode you'll learn: The Spanish spoken on the Caribbean coast of Colombia Spanish expressions and phrases from Barranquilla The cultural context of the expressions used in the song Support the show ⭐Leave us a rating & review and...

In this episode, we'll be reviewing the lyrics of one of my favorite bachata songs by Joan Soriano: Vocales de amor (Vowels of Love) .  You'll learn: how reflexive verbs are used in Spanish 🔁 the differences between the present continuous in English & Spanish ⏩ the lyrics to one of Joan Soriano's most popular bachata songs 🎸 Show Notes: http://www.learnspanishconsalsa.com/58...

In this episode, we'll discuss the lyrics of the song 'Me Tengo Que Ir' by the Venezuelan salsa group Los Adolescentes, very popular in the '90s Learn words and phrases you can use in your daily conversations with the lyrics of this romantic salsa. Note: This episode is in Spanish, if you want to get the full transcript, sign up to be a Podcast Supporter at >> https://www...

We're breaking down the lyrics to the song Tu amor me hace bien by singer Marc Anthony. I'm going to share some expressions with the verb hacer . Learn different ways to use the verb hacer , and how to use it in conversations. Support the show ⭐Leave us a rating & review and we just might  give you a shout out on a future episode ;) 📩 Join our e-mail list and be the first to know w...

In this episode, we'll explore 11 words you'll commonly hear in the largest island of Venezuela, la Isla de Margarita (Caribbean's Pearl) In this conversation with Mariana, currently living on Margarita, we'll discuss the must-visit places on the island, its distinct Spanish, and how it's influenced by Venezuela's history and culture. From this episode, you'll le...

In this episode, we'll explore the diversity of Caribbean Spanish, diving into the rich history and cultural influences that shaped the language spoken in this region. Discover the countries that you didn't know also take an important piece of the Caribbean and its distinct Afro-Caribbean heritage. Support the show ⭐Leave us a rating & review and we just might  give you a shout out...

In this episode, we discuss the potential of Chat GPT to help you learn Caribbean Spanish. We discuss its benefits and limitations, including: How Chat GPT can strengthen your Spanish foundation, expand vocabulary, and improve grammar skills Learn effective strategies to complement Chat GPT with authentic Caribbean resources for a deeper understanding of the dialect Why you need to engage with nat...

In this episode, we dive into Puerto Rican Spanish 🇵🇷 words and phrases from "mona" to "chincorrear," we explore the meanings and contexts of each word or phrase. 🤓  Don't forget to check out our Puerto Rican Spanish 101 phrase book for even more vocabulary! 📖 The Puerto Rican Spanish Bilingual Dictionary and Phrase Book is available on caribbeanspanish101.com Do you wan...

In this episode, I’ll be going through the lyrics of the song Corazón Culpable, by Dominican singer Anthony Santos.  You’ll learn common Spanish phrases you can use in your daily conversations with this fun bachata song. Support the show ⭐Leave us a rating & review and we just might  give you a shout out on a future episode ;) 📩 Join our e-mail list and be the first to know when new episodes...

In this episode, we’ll explore some common Spanish verbs and colloquialisms used in the song Déjà Vu by Prince Royce and Shakira. You’ll learn how to use the verbs: Abrir (To open) Engatusar (To deceive) Volverse (To return) Support the show ⭐Leave us a rating & review and we just might  give you a shout out on a future episode ;) 📩 Join our e-mail list and be the first to know when new epis...

Aprender cómo se usa el subjuntivo en español para expresar deseos.  Vamos a ver ejemplos de la canción "Ojalá que llueva café" por Juan Luis Guerra. Escucha  Ojalá que llueva café Ve a learnspanishconsalsa.com/13 para los apuntes de este episodio y la transcripción. Si quieres aprender más, visita spanishconsalsa.com/join Support the show ⭐Leave us a rating & review and we just mig...

Do you think you don't have any time to learn Spanish? Spanish Fluency Club member Kimberly Winfrey shares how she juggles work, family life, and her passion for language learning. I'm sure our conversation will give you helpful time management tips so you can integrate Spanish in your daily life, no matter how busy you are. Support the show ⭐Leave us a rating & review and we just m...

Have you been learning Spanish but still don't feel confident speaking the language? If this is you, then there's really only 5 reasons you haven't become fluent in Spanish yet. In this episode, I break down *exactly* what's keeping you from speaking Spanish fluently and (more importantly) what you need to focus on to get fluent. Support the show ⭐Leave us a rating & revie...

In every language, there are phrases that native speakers use that don't necessarily translate word-for-word. In this episode of the podcast, we'll share 10 conversational phrases that you'll probably hear when you're speaking to a native Spanish speaker. Support the show ⭐Leave us a rating & review and we just might  give you a shout out on a future episode ;) 📩 Join our...

A lot of the time when we're reviewing courses and content for Spanish learners we often encounter Spanish very different from what's spoken in the real world. In this episode, we're bringing an exercise for you to practice. An authentic conversation with Celia Cruz (the Queen of Salsa💃🏽) so you can begin to improve your listening skills. Support the show ⭐Leave us a rating &...

The number one reason most Spanish learners don't reach fluency is they can't understand native Spanish speakers . The reason we struggle with listening comprehension is because we go about it the wrong way from the beginning. In this episode, we'll share 3 simple ways you can improve your Spanish listening skills so you can confidently jump into conversations with native speakers....

In this episode, we’ll explore some common Spanish expressions used in the song La bicicleta by Colombian artists Shakira and Carlos Vives. You’ll learn: How to refer to things have been happening for a while or that happened in the past Different ways to express things you will not do How the English prefix ‘un’ is expressed in Spanish Support the show ⭐Leave us a rating & review and we just...

In honor of women's history month, we'll share songs from the best female singers throughout Latin America. In this episode, we'll review the lyrics of the song ‘Toma mi vida' by the Dominican singer Milly Quezada, La reina (queen) del merengue 🇩🇴 You'll learn how to use the command tense and example phrases with direct and indirect objects in Spanish from the lyrics of th...