Spanish Answers
135 episodes - English - Latest episode: 4 months ago - ★★★ - 1 ratingAre you learning Spanish and want to do a deeper dive into the grammar and culture? Join Sara from Language Answers every other week for short, helpful episodes that explore the hard-to-understand grammar concepts, unique vocabulary, and interesting cultural facts from Spanish-speaking countries around the world!
Remember, learning a language is a lifelong journey.
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Episode 48: Reflexive Verbs, Part 3
April 26, 2021 21:00 - 19 minutes - 14.7 MBIn this final part of our 3-part series on reflexive verbs (see Episodes 46 and 47), we will look at 10 examples of verbs that significantly change their meaning when you use them as reflexive verbs. Remember, learning a language is a lifelong journey. ¡Aprovéchalo, Disfrútalo y Compártelo! SHOW NOTES © 2021 by Language Answers, LLC Blog for Episode 48 Intro and Closing Music by Master_Service from Fiverr Cultural Tip Transition Music edited from song by JuliusH from Pixabay ...
Episode 47: Reflexive Verbs, Part 2
April 12, 2021 21:00 - 21 minutes - 16 MBAs we continue this 3-part series on reflexive verbs, today we will begin looking at how making a verb reflexive can sometimes significantly change its meaning. At times, this change is subtle, such as preguntar vs. preguntarse, and other times it can be big enough to be a potential social blunder, like with dejar vs. dejarse. In today's episode, we'll focus on examples where the change is subtle. Remember, learning a language is a lifelong journey. ¡Aprovéchalo, Disfrútalo y Comp...
Episode 46: Reflexive Verbs, Part 1
March 29, 2021 21:00 - 20 minutes - 15.1 MBHave you ever wondered what the deal is with "se" in Spanish words like ducharse, vestirse, or levantarse? In the first part of this 3-part episode series on reflexive verbs, we're going to go over the basics of what reflexive verbs are. Remember, learning a language is a lifelong journey. ¡Aprovéchalo, Disfrútalo y Compártelo! SHOW NOTES © 2021 by Language Answers, LLC Blog for Episode 46 Intro and Closing Music by Master_Service from Fiverr Cultural Tip Transition Music ed...
Episode 45: False Friends
March 15, 2021 21:00 - 12 minutes - 9.6 MBSometimes, words in Spanish that look familiar may not mean what you think they mean. Here are 10 examples to help you avoid making those rookie mistakes! Remember, learning a language is a lifelong journey. ¡Aprovéchalo, Disfrútalo y Compártelo! SHOW NOTES © 2021 by Language Answers, LLC Blog for Episode 45 Intro and Closing Music by Master_Service from Fiverr Cultural Tip Transition Music edited from song by JuliusH from Pixabay Resource Links Episode Content Wordreferen...
Episode 44: Language Levels and Resources
March 01, 2021 22:00 - 10 minutes - 7.72 MBTo kick off our new episodes for 2021, we'll talk about the "official" language levels and how you can apply that to level up your Spanish! Today's episode is a bit long and has a lot of links (which I'll of course include as a list in the show notes!), so be prepared; there's a lot of information out there! Remember, learning a language is a lifelong journey. ¡Aprovéchalo, Disfrútalo y Compártelo! SHOW NOTES © 2021 by Language Answers, LLC Blog for Episode 44 Intro and Closin...
2021 Update!
February 28, 2021 23:50 - 3 minutes - 2.43 MBIn preparation for new episodes from Spanish Answers, here is a 2021 update! I am so excited for this year, and I hope you are too! :) SHOW NOTES © 2021 by Language Answers, LLC Intro and Closing Music by Master_Service from Fiverr Cultural Tip Transition Music edited from song by JuliusH from Pixabay
Episode 43: ¡Feliz Navidad! Celebrating Christmas in Argentina and Columbia
December 22, 2020 02:42 - 24 minutes - 16.5 MBMerry Christmas! In preparation for the holiday this week, we talk about some Christmas traditions in Argentina and Columbia! :) Also, a quick announcement about the podcast and Language Answers for the new year! © 2020 by Language Answers, LLC. Music by Master_Service from Fiverr Feliz Navidad Photo for Youtube by aalmeidah on Pixabay Resources for This Episode: Cultural Tip The whole episode is a cultural tip. ;) Episode Content "Five ways to celebrate Christmas in Colombia" ...
Episode 42: A Merry Christmas Song Sampler!
December 08, 2020 03:22 - 16 minutes - 11.6 MBLet's enjoy the beginning of the Christmas season with another Christmas Song Sampler! In today's episode, we look at 10 traditional and modern Spanish Christmas Songs! © 2020 by Language Answers, Ltd. Music by Master_Service from Fiverr Feliz Navidad Photo for Youtube by aalmeidah on Pixabay Resources for This Episode: Cultural Tip The whole episode is a cultural tip. ;) Episode Content "10 Popular Spanish Christmas Carols to Learn for the Holidays" by Janey from My Daily Span...
Episode 41: Challenging Grammar, 10 Spanish Examples of Homonyms!
November 24, 2020 02:58 - 13 minutes - 9.41 MBHave you ever wondered what word pairs like bow (as in, an arrow) and bow (as in, a ribbon wrapped around a present) are called? The answer is, "Homonyms"! And yes, they have them in Spanish, too! In today's episode, we'll cover 10 examples of Spanish homónimos. © 2020 by Language Answers, Ltd. Music by Master_Service from Fiverr Grammar Photo for Youtube by PDPics on Pixabay Resources for This Episode: Cultural Tip "JARABE TAPATIO" by donQuijote.org "Tradicional baile del Jar...
Episode 40: Song Sampler #2
November 10, 2020 04:07 - 12 minutes - 8.23 MBConsidering the stress of the elections, let's have some fun this week and do our second song sampler! :) © 2020 by Language Answers, Ltd. Music by Master_Service from Fiverr Lady listening to music (for YouTube episode) by whoalice-moore on Pixabay Resources for This Episode: Cultural Tip None - The entire episode is a cultural tip ;) Episode Content 1. "Responde" by Diego González, also known as Diego Boneta. Lyrics/Letras English Translation Bio Info: Spanish Link, IMDB L...
Episode 40 - Song Sampler #2
November 10, 2020 04:07 - 12 minutes - 8.23 MBConsidering the stress of the elections, let's have some fun this week and do our second song sampler! :)
Episode 39: Election Special!
October 27, 2020 04:19 - 7 minutes - 5.19 MBConsidering that the 2020 election is right around the corner, we're going to take a break from our normal episode lineup and discuss vocabulary associated with Election Day! (Don't worry, it's politics-free!) © 2020 by Language Answers, Ltd. Music by Master_Service from Fiverr Voting Picture (for YouTube episode) by Tumisu on Pixabay Resources for This Episode: Cultural Tip None Episode Content "Civics (History and Government) Questions for the Naturalization Test" by U.S. Ci...
Episode 38: Spanish Muletillas (Filler Words), Part 2
October 12, 2020 21:00 - 22 minutes - 14.8 MBAs promised, here is part 2 of our muletillas - Spanish filler words! Plus, an extra long cultural tip on Mexico's holidays! :) © 2020 by Language Answers, Ltd. Music by Master_Service from Fiverr Photo of a letter writing setup for Youtube by Felix Lichtenfeld on Pixabay Resources for This Episode: Cultural Tip "Statutory Holidays in Mexico 2020," by officeholidays.com. Also from this site: | Mother's Day | New Year's Day | Constitution Day | Benito Juarez's Birthday | M...
Episode 37: Spanish Muletillas (Filler Words), Part 1
September 29, 2020 04:38 - 15 minutes - 10.4 MBWe don't normally think about it, but we use filler words all the time! So today's episode is 10 filler words, or muletillas, that you can pepper throughout your conversational Spanish. © 2020 by Language Answers, Ltd. Music by Master_Service from Fiverr Photo of a letter writing setup for Youtube by Felix Lichtenfeld on Pixabay Resources for This Episode: Cultural Tip "The World Factbook, North America: Mexico" by CIA, last updated September 10, 2020 "The World Factbook, Nort...
Episode 36: 6 Words that Highlight the Importance of El vs. La
September 15, 2020 03:36 - 10 minutes - 7.17 MBIn today's episode, we highlight 6 words whose meanings change based on whether they are masculine (el) or feminine (la). © 2020 by Language Answers, Ltd. Music by Master_Service from Fiverr Photo of a girl with a dictionary for Youtube by libellule789 on Pixabay Resources for This Episode: Cultural Tip "Los mejores eventos del año 2020 en España" by Javier Millos Castro, Jan. 21, 2020 from Vacaciones-España.es "Las 10 Mejores Fiestas En España Donde Pasarlo En Grande Anótalas ...
Episode 35: Nursery Rhymes, Part 3 - 6 Classic Spanish Songs
September 01, 2020 04:19 - 13 minutes - 8.96 MBIn this final part of our 3-part series on Nursery Rhymes, I highlight 6 classic kid songs from the Spanish-speaking world. © 2020 by Language Answers, Ltd. Music by Master_Service from Fiverr Photo of a Piano for Youtube by NeiFo on Pixabay Resources for This Episode: Cultural Tip "Public holidays in Spain: important dates in 2020" by Expatica. Last updated July 27, 2020 "Spain: Festivals and Holidays" by Catherine Delano Smith for Britannica. Last updated August 30, 2020 "P...
Episode 34: Nursery Rhymes, Part 2 - 5 Bilingual Resources
August 17, 2020 18:00 - 11 minutes - 10.1 MBToday I'll give you 5 helpful bilingual resources that use nursery rhymes to teach English and Spanish. © 2020 by Language Answers, Ltd. Music by Master_Service from Fiverr Photo of a Piano for Youtube by NeiFo on Pixabay Resources for This Episode: Cultural Tip "Spain" by CIA, in their World Fact Book, last updated August 10, 2020 Nursery "The Nation, Nationalities, and Autonomous Regions in Spain" by Martin W. Lewis on September 1, 2010 "Spain Explained: The autonomous regio...
Episode 33: Nursery Rhymes, Part 1 - 4 Reasons to Use Kid Songs to Learn Spanish
August 04, 2020 03:50 - 12 minutes - 11.2 MBThese next three episodes are for parents who want to help their children learn Spanish. In this first episode, we'll discuss some of the benefits to using Nursery Rhymes for language learning. © 2020 by Language Answers, Ltd. Music by Master_Service from Fiverr Resources for This Episode: "21 Spanish Speaking Countries: From Largest To Smallest" by Niall Quinn of Baselang "The Mulberry Bush (La Morera)" by BabyBoomBoom on Spotify "La Vaca Lola" by Alina Rodriguez on Spotify "5...
2020 Update
July 01, 2020 19:00 - 1 minute - 1.69 MBHello again! While I am slowly learning how life functions with a new baby, I just wanted give you an update on the podcast (I haven't given up on it!). © 2020 by Language Answers, Ltd. Music by Master_Service from Fiverr
Possessives, Part 2
March 30, 2020 23:00 - 10 minutes - 9.43 MBIn today's episode, we return to the Spanish Possessives (Possessive Adjectives and Possessive Pronouns) to do a little bit of a deeper dive into how they are used. This is the last episode I'll be posting before I go on maternity leave, which is a bit bittersweet.
Episode 32: Possessives, Part 2 - Possessive Adjectives and Pronouns
March 30, 2020 23:00 - 10 minutes - 9.43 MBIn today's episode, we return to the Spanish Possessives (Possessive Adjectives and Possessive Pronouns) to do a little bit of a deeper dive into how they are used. This is the last episode I'll be posting before I go on maternity leave, which is a bit bittersweet. © 2020 by Language Answers, Ltd. Music by Master_Service from Fiverr Resources for This Episode: “Possessive Adjectives,” by Lawless Spanish. https://www.lawlessspanish.com/grammar/adjectives/possessive-adjectives/ ...
Comedy Break from COVID-19 (Spanish Comics)
March 16, 2020 23:00 - 13 minutes - 12 MBAre you feeling like the world is topsy-turvy, full of chaos and uncertainty? Well, it definitely is. But if you're like me and could use a bit of a mental break, let's talk about some key COVID-19 terms and then move on to some fun comic strips in Spanish!
Episode 31: Comedy Break from COVID-19 (Spanish Comics)
March 16, 2020 23:00 - 13 minutes - 12 MBAre you feeling like the world is topsy-turvy, full of chaos and uncertainty? Well, it definitely is. But if you're like me and could use a bit of a mental break, let's talk about some key COVID-19 terms and then move on to some fun comic strips in Spanish! © 2020 by Language Answers, Ltd. Music by Master_Service from Fiverr Further Resources: CDC Resource on COVID-19 in English . https://www.cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-ncov/downloads/2019-ncov-factsheet.pdf CDC Resource on COVID...
Episode 30: Possessives, Part 1 - Introduction
March 02, 2020 23:00 - 9 minutes - 8.84 MBToday's episode is a quick introductory to Spanish Possessives (i.e., my / mine, your / yours, our / ours, etc.). © 2020 by Language Answers, Ltd. Music by Master_Service from Fiverr Research Resources: “Possessive Pronouns,” StudySpanish.com. https://studyspanish.com/grammar/lessons/posspro Further Resources: “Cuyo-Relative Adjective,” by LawlessSpanish.com. https://www.lawlessspanish.com/grammar/adjectives/relative-adjective/ “Relative Adjectives: Cuyo, Cuya, Cuyos, Cuyas,...
Introduction to Possessives
March 02, 2020 23:00 - 9 minutes - 8.84 MBToday's episode is a quick introductory to Spanish Possessives (i.e., my / mine, your / yours, our / ours, etc.).
Episode 29: Valentine's Day in Latin America
February 17, 2020 23:00 - 10 minutes - 9.21 MBHow do they celebrate Valentine's Day in Latin America? Let's find out! © 2020 by Language Answers, Ltd. Music by Master_Service from Fiverr Research Resources: “A Fun Guide to Hispanic and Latin Valentine’s Day Culture!” by Teleflora Blog, January 17, 2016. https://blog.teleflora.com/a-fun-guide-to-hispanic-and-latin-valentines-day-culture/ “How Valetnine’s Day is Celebrated Throughout Latin America” by E M E de Mujer. https://en.emedemujer.com/lifestyle/latinos-celebrate-val...
Valentine's Day in Latin America
February 17, 2020 23:00 - 10 minutes - 9.21 MBHow do they celebrate Valentine's Day in Latin America? Let's find out!
Episode 28: Sentence Structures
February 03, 2020 23:00 - 8 minutes - 8.11 MBIn today's episode, we do a brief overview of the differences between Spanish and English sentence structures! © 2020 by Language Answers, Ltd. Music by Master_Service from Fiverr
Sentence Structures
February 03, 2020 23:00 - 8 minutes - 8.11 MBIn today's episode, we do a brief overview of the differences between Spanish and English sentence structures!
Three Fun Phrases!
January 20, 2020 23:00 - 5 minutes - 4.97 MBIn today's episode, the first real one of the year, we'll do a cultural detour to examine three fun Spanish phrases from Mexico!
Episode 27: Three Fun Phrases!
January 20, 2020 23:00 - 5 minutes - 4.97 MBIn today's episode, the first real one of the year, we'll do a cultural detour to examine three fun Spanish phrases from Mexico! © 2020 by Language Answers, Ltd. Music by Master_Service from Fiverr Research Resources: Interesting forum discussions on the meaning of the third phrase https://forum.wordreference.com/threads/ya-est%C3%A1s-peinada-pa-atr%C3%A1s.672881/ and https://forum.wordreference.com/threads/ya-est%C3%A1s-peinada-pa-atr%C3%A1s.672881/
Happy 2020!
January 06, 2020 23:00 - 4 minutes - 4.42 MBHappy 2020! This episode is a special update regarding the new year. :)
Episode 26: Happy 2020!
January 06, 2020 23:00 - 4 minutes - 4.42 MBHappy 2020! This episode is a special update regarding the new year. :) To learn more about New Year's traditions in Spain and Mexico, check out last year's episode, Episode 1! https://share.transistor.fm/s/a6437529) © 2020 by Language Answers, Ltd. Music by Master_Service from Fiverr
Episode 25: Merry Christmas!
December 24, 2019 23:00 - 5 minutes - 5.39 MBMerry Christmas! I'm sorry that I'm late on this; it's been a bit crazy these past few weeks. Today's episode covers basic vocabulary for the Christmas season! :) © 2019 by Language Answers, Ltd. Music by Master_Service from Fiverr
Merry Christmas!
December 24, 2019 23:00 - 5 minutes - 5.39 MBMerry Christmas! I'm sorry that I'm late on this; it's been a bit crazy these past few weeks. Today's episode covers basic vocabulary for the Christmas season! :)
Spanish Christmas Songs!
December 09, 2019 23:00 - 12 minutes - 11.6 MB'Tis the Christmas Season! Let's celebrate by looking at some awesome, beautiful, fun Christmas Songs (in Spanish, of course)! :)
Episode 24: Spanish Christmas Songs!
December 09, 2019 23:00 - 12 minutes - 11.6 MB'Tis the Christmas Season! Let's celebrate by looking at some awesome, beautiful, fun Christmas Songs (in Spanish, of course)! :) © 2019 by Language Answers, Ltd. Music by Master_Service from Fiverr Research Resources: “Mi Burrito de Belen” with Spanish lyrics - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=M5JABscKyFg -English Translation - https://www.mamalisa.com/?t=es&p=623 “Mis Deseos / Feliz Navidad” by Il Volo, featuring Belinda. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-ndusw5PhJE -Diffe...
Episode 23: Thanksgiving!
November 25, 2019 23:00 - 7 minutes - 6.72 MBSince Thanksgiving is right around the corner, let's celebrate with some key vocab! Also, have you ever heard of the Mashed Potato Dance? © 2019 by Language Answers, Ltd. Music by Master_Service from Fiverr Research Resources: Wordreference.com Linguee.com “Dee Dee Sharp – Mashed Potato Time” uploaded by John1948ThreeC on July 13, 2014. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=51eJ3-h86JQ “Original Mashed Potato Dance! Best #1 US Live TV Soul Music Video!” uploaded by ASite4u2c on M...
Thanksgiving!
November 25, 2019 23:00 - 7 minutes - 6.72 MBSince Thanksgiving is right around the corner, let's celebrate with some key vocab! Also, have you ever heard of the Mashed Potato Dance?
Episode 22: Happy Veterans Day!
November 11, 2019 23:00 - 8 minutes - 7.91 MBHappy Veterans Day! This episode is dedicated to our amazing service men and women, both past and current. Thank you for all that you do! © 2019 by Language Answers, Ltd. Music by Master_Service from Fiverr Research Resources: www.wordreference.com
Happy Veterans Day!
November 11, 2019 23:00 - 8 minutes - 7.91 MBHappy Veterans Day! This episode is dedicated to our amazing service men and women, both past and current. Thank you for all that you do!
Episode 21: Snow-Related Words!
October 28, 2019 23:00 - 8 minutes - 8.01 MBBecause it's snowy in Colorado, today we're talking about snow and words related to it. BRRRR!!! © 2019 by Language Answers, Ltd. Music by Master_Service from Fiverr Research Resources: “7 bebidas y Snacks típicos de Argentina que tienes que probar,” by webmater in Argentina Culture from Amauta, Spanish School Blog. October 30, 2015. https://www.amautaspanish.com/blog/7-bebidas-y-snacks-tipicos-de-argentina-que-tienes-que-probar/ “¿Y si hacemos un muñeco? - Disney Frozen // LA...
Snow-Related Words!
October 28, 2019 23:00 - 8 minutes - 8.01 MBBecause it's snowy in Colorado, today we're talking about snow and words related to it. BRRRR!!!
Episode 20: Song Sampler #1
October 14, 2019 23:00 - 15 minutes - 13.8 MBThis week, we're taking a bit of a break, because I still feel festive and want to celebrate the start of Fall with something fun! So rather than focusing on language or festivals, etc., we are going to do the first song sampler episode! Let's explore 5 songs from various Spanish-speaking artists from around the world! © 2019 by Language Answers, Ltd. Music by Master_Service from Fiverr Song Information: “Vaquera (I Want to be a Cowboy’s Sweet Heart) [Audio],” by Ha-Ash, posted ...
Song Sampler #1
October 14, 2019 23:00 - 15 minutes - 13.8 MBThis week, we're taking a bit of a break, because I still feel festive and want to celebrate the start of Fall with something fun! So rather than focusing on language or festivals, etc., we are going to do the first song sampler episode! Let's explore 5 songs from various Spanish-speaking artists from around the world!
Fall
September 30, 2019 23:00 - 15 minutes - 13.8 MBIt's finally Fall! Let's celebrate by looking at key vocabulary and cool Spanish celebrations!
Episode 19: Fall Vocabulary
September 30, 2019 23:00 - 15 minutes - 13.8 MBIt's finally Fall! Let's celebrate by looking at key vocabulary and cool Spanish celebrations! © 2019 by Language Answers, Ltd. Music by Master_Service from Fiverr Research Resources: “National & Local Holidays in Spain,” by Enforex. https://www.enforex.com/holidays-spain.html “Spanish Culture – Asuncion – Spanish,” by SpanishPod101.com. https://www.spanishpod101.com/blog/2009/08/14/spanish-culture-asuncion-%E2%80%93-spanish/ “Assumption of Mary 2020 and 2021,” by PublicHolidays...
Summer
September 16, 2019 23:00 - 11 minutes - 10.5 MBAs we prepare to bid a fond farewell to Summer, let's explore some key vocabulary and interesting Spanish festivals for the season!
Episode 18: Summer Vocabulary
September 16, 2019 23:00 - 11 minutes - 10.5 MBAs we prepare to bid a fond farewell to Summer, let's explore some key vocabulary and interesting Spanish festivals for the season! © 2019 by Language Answers, Ltd. Music by Master_Service from Fiverr Research Resources: “7 Exciting Things to do in Spain this Summer,” by Team Explore, May 6, 2019. From Holidayme.com. https://www.holidayme.com/explore/7-things-to-do-in-spain-this-summer/ Further Information: “Picnic Familiar”, by EnchufeTV. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=o_3-ZU...
Episode 17: It's All About Baby!
August 19, 2019 23:00 - 10 minutes - 9.59 MBIn honor of my newest nephew, today's episode deals with all things baby! :) Baby-related vocabulary, some baby talk, and animal sounds! © 2019 by Language Answers, Ltd. Music by Master_Service from Fiverr Research Resources: “17 Playful Words Used for Spanish Baby Talk,” by Meredith Kreisa from FluentU. https://www.fluentu.com/blog/spanish/spanish-baby-talk/ “20 Animal Sounds in Spanish: Can You Bray, Squawk and Meow en Español?” by Mose Hayward from FluentU. https://www.fluent...