Numbers in Spanish – How to count from 0 to 100: The definitive guide
Understanding numbers in Spanish is straightforward, as they are articulated in writing and speech in a manner similar to English, following a logical and systematic pattern. While there are a few unique nuances, you’ll quickly master them through online Spanish classes or even faster in immersion programs in Spain for groups. The key point to […]
Mastering possessive pronouns and possessive adjectives in Spanish
When you start studying Spanish, you’ll encounter a number of language-learning terms that you might not remember from when you learned your native language. It can sometimes be confusing to remember which terms are which, and one common misunderstanding that often arises relates to the possessive pronouns and possessive adjectives used in the Spanish language. […]
Bien vs bueno: when to use bien and bueno in Spanish?
For most students who decide to learn Spanish, one of the trickier concepts to grasp is the difference between “bien” and “bueno”. Both of these words can mean “good” or “well” in English, but their usage is quite different. While you’ll usually be understood even if you mix them up, mastering “bien” vs “bueno” is […]
How long to learn Spanish: How many hours does it take to learn Spanish?
For many, learning a language is as much about the journey as it is the destination. If you decide to study Spanish, for example, then your ultimate objective is, of course, to learn Spanish fluently. However, the learning process itself is something to savour, as it can teach you a lot about yourself and help […]
Difference between “por” and “para”
For many students, one of the trickiest parts of learning Spanish is understanding when to use “por” and “para”. If you look up each of these words in the Spanish-English dictionary, you’ll find that they have various different meanings but that the primary one is “for”. Despite this, there is a big difference between “por” […]
How can I achieve fluency in Spanish? Best ways to learn spanish fluently
If you want to learn to speak Spanish fluently, the key thing you have to know up front is that practice and patience are key. To speak Spanish fluently requires time and effort, but the good news is that you can have a lot of fun along the way! There are few things in life […]
What’s the best way to learn Spanish? Different options up to you.
So, you’ve decided that you want to learn a new language and you’ve landed on Spanish, the fourth most widely spoken language in the world. It’s an exciting time, as learning a new language is one of the most exciting and rewarding activities you can do. But, what is the best way to learn Spanish? […]
Tú or Usted? Which one should I use?
If you are a student of Spanish, you have probably wondered at some point whether it is more appropriate to use “tú” or “usted” in a specific situation when addressing others. If so, don’t worry, it’s not because you’re a Spanish student – native speakers also ask themselves the same question sometimes, asking themselves: should […]
World Book Day 2023 in Madrid
On April 23, 1616, two great authors of universal literature died: Miguel de Cervantes and William Shakespeare. Three centuries later, the idea of creating Book Day began to take shape. That date seemed quite convenient, not only because of the death of these two classics, but also because it is associated with other important writers […]
IH Madrid celebrates 40 years teaching languages (4)
Today we’re meeting Alex Bishop, who’s currently our director of operations and extracurricular classes in school.
IH Madrid celebrates 40 years teaching languages (3)
Celebrating the 40 years, we have Liliana Pereyra who is the Director of Studies and Berta Sarralde who is the Spanish coordinator have seen a lot of positive changes over the many years (over 20 years) mentioned the technology, the variety of students that have been through the doors, the differences in courses and the methodology.
IH Madrid celebrates 40 years teaching languages (2)
Next in our 40th anniversary series of blog posts, we’re going to meet Javier Moreno, who has been a student here since 2005, 16 whole years learning with us.