Learn Spanish Tips & Native Speaker Lessons

Mastering the Imperative Tense in Spanish: Commands and Requests

By Lingobi, Published on 01/31/2025

The imperative tense in Spanish is key for giving commands and making requests. To form affirmative tú commands, use the third-person singular form of the verb: Hablar → Habla. Some verbs are irregular, like Hacer → Haz. Formal (usted) commands use the subjunctive: Hablar → Hable. Negative commands also follow the subjunctive: No hables. Common examples include ¡Escucha! (Listen!) and ¡No corras! (Don't run!). Mastering these will help you sound more natural in Spanish conversations.

Understanding the Spanish Subjunctive: A Guide for English Speakers

By Lingobi, Published on 01/30/2025

Mastering the Spanish subjunctive is essential for fluency. Unlike English, it expresses desires, uncertainty, and emotions. Common triggers include expressions like Quiero que vengas (I want you to come) or No creo que tenga razón (I don’t think he is right). Forming the subjunctive involves switching verb endings, such as hablar → hable or comer → coma. Learning these patterns takes practice, but with the right tools, it becomes second nature.

Learn Spanish Through Your Daily Routine

By Lingobi, Published on 01/29/2025

Learning Spanish effectively means immersing yourself in the language, and one of the best ways to do this is by practicing vocabulary related to your daily routine. By mastering these words and phrases, you’ll be able to describe your day, understand native speakers, and engage in conversations with confidence.

Morning Activities

Me despierto temprano - I wake up early
Me cepillo los dientes - I brush my teeth

Afternoon and Workday Activities

Voy al trabajo - I go to work
Voy a la escuela - I go to school

Understanding Spanish Tenses: A Guide for English Speakers

By Lingobi, Published on 01/28/2025

Spanish tenses can be tricky, especially for English speakers. From the straightforward present and preterite to the more complex subjunctive, learning these forms will deepen your understanding and fluency. Here's a quick dive into key tenses, with examples like "I hope he comes" translating to "Espero que él venga."

Use tools like interactive activities, conversation practice, and immersion to get comfortable with these essential forms. Want more tips? Check out our full post!

Counting in Spanish Made Simple

By Lingobi, Published on 01/27/2025

Learning to count in Spanish is one of the first steps to mastering the language. Numbers like 1-10 form the foundation, while 11-20 have unique patterns. By learning multiples of ten (30, 40, 50), counting becomes predictable. Understanding hundreds and thousands unlocks the ability to count almost anything. Dive in and start practicing today!