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Using 'Demasiado'

A look at how 'demasiado' is used as an adjective and adverb in Spanish, with sample sentences.

Using the Verb 'Realizar'

The Spanish verb doesn't mean 'to realize'! Here's how the verb is used in real life.

Verbs That Change Meaning in Reflexive Form

Many Spanish verbs can be used in either reflexive form or not, but when they do they may change meaning. This lesson covers some of the most common such verbs.

More Verbs That Change Meaning When Used Reflexively

A look at some not-so-common Spanish verbs with unexpected meanings when they are used reflexively.

When To Use the Subjunctive Mood

A lesson on when the subjunctive mood should be used in Spanish. Complete with translated examples.

Adjectives of Quantity

An explanation of the adjectives of quantity of Spanish with sample sentences.

Using 'Varios'

How to use the Spanish adjective 'varios,' which typically means 'several.' Example sentences with translations are included.

Pronouncing the 'C' and 'Z'

How to pronounce the Spanish letters 'c' and 'z.' This brief lesson includes an explanation as well as an audio version that can be easily downloaded.

Spanish Abbreviations

List of the common Spanish abbreviations.

'Ser' May Match What Follows

Sometimes, 'ser,' a verb for 'to be,' is used much differently than it is in English. Here are some examples and an explanation.

Using the Verb 'Venir'

Examples of how the Spanish verb 'venir' is used.

Saying 'Never'

Spanish has two main ways of saying 'never,' and they can be used almost interchangeably.

Compound and Periphrastic Future Tenses

A look at the nonsimple future tenses of Spanish, with examples and translations.

Conjugation of 'Haber'

Conjugation of the Spanish verb 'haber'

Conjugation of 'Ir'

'Ir' is a highly irregular verb in Spanish. This chart shows all the simple conjugations.

'Haber' and 'Estar' Used in Forming Compound Past Tenses

Spanish has several compound past tenses that provide nuances of meaning well beyond the imperfect and preterite tenses.

Conjugation of 'Estar'

Complete conjugation of the Spanish verb 'estar.'

Expressing the Idea of 'In Order To'

Learn how to express the concept of 'in order to' in Spanish using 'para' and other words and phrases.

Sometimes Masculine, Sometimes Feminine

Although nearly all nouns in Spanish are clearly masculine or clearly feminine, there are some exceptions.

Spanish at the Zoo

Learn the Spanish names for many of the animals you'll see at a zoo, or share this vocabulary list with your students.

Using 'Prohibir'

How to use the Spanish verb 'prohibir,' with examples.

Conjugation of 'Empezar'

Conjugation of the Spanish verb 'empezar,' whose pattern is also used for 'tropezar.'

Spanish Lessons via Email

You can learn a little bit of Spanish each day with our handy and free email lessons.

Adding Emphasis With 'Incluso' and 'Hasta'

How to use 'incluso' and 'hasta' in Spanish to add emphasis. Sample sentences and translations are provided.

Online Quizzes for Spanish Students

Collection of online quizzes for people learning Spanish.