In Spanish speaking countries there is a lot of controversy every time a foreign word manages to enter the lexica of the Royal Academy of Spanish. However, new words are not the only controversial issue…

Cada vez que una palabra extranjera amenaza con invadir nuestro léxico, celosamente protegido por la guardiana de la lengua española, la RAE, se genera un gran revuelo entre los países hispanos. Sin embargo, los extranjerismos no son el único punto álgido, a los hispanohablantes nos encanta debatir sobre nuestra pronunciación (‘Llave’ pronunciado por un argentino [...]

Words are powerful. When we write and talk we are constantly choosing and dismissing words. Very often, we love the sound of one specific word in a foreign language…

If you want to—seriously—learn a language, keep the learning switch on… at all times.

…And we’re back with more interesting links this week. Check them out and tell us what you think. Cheer up! It’s Friday!

…what is the sexiest accent and what is the reason for it? French, without the shadow of a doubt. I can’t think of a rational explanation, I just love the way it sounds…

Spanish seems to be a fashionable language to learn nowadays. I don’t know exactly when this trend started but quite often I meet people who speak Spanish, who are learning Spanish, who moved to Spain or people who want to travel around Latin America…

Finally Friday! The most anticipated day of the week is here, and the most anticipated list as well. We are loaded with funny and interesting links, check them out and share them!

One of my favorite words in English is “pajamas.” I like the rhythm of it and the sound of the repeated “a.” I like the associations I have with the word. And I love that it is understood in so many different languages…

Have you been to Latin America? Are there any tips and tricks you want to share?