Irregular tú Commands Infinitive Affirmative Command Negative Command decir (to say, tell) di no digas hacer (to make, do) haz no hagas ir (to go) ve no vayas poner (to put) pon no pongas salir (to leave) sal no salgas ser (to be) sé no seas tener (to have) ten no tengas venir (to come) […] More
If you’ve ever been in a Mexican household during a family gathering or a festive night, chances are someone pulled out a deck of vibrant cards and shouted, “¡El Diablito!” That’s Lotería — a beloved Mexican table game full of color, culture, and nostalgia. How Lotería Works: Bingo with a Twist Lotería is often called […] More
If you’ve ever studied Spanish or looked at prices or statistics in different countries, you may have noticed something confusing: numbers don’t always look the same. In most Spanish-speaking countries, the decimal separator is a comma, not a dot. For example: 1,5 litros = 1.5 liters €2.399,75 = 2,399.75 euros This follows the European format, […] More
Hay escenas de telenovela que pasan a la historia por su intensidad, otras por lo absurdo… y luego está esta joya. En este breve pero inolvidable fragmento, una villana digna de Halloween, con una actuación digna del Oscar al drama exagerado, decide envenenar a su empleada doméstica… ¡con veneno para ratas! Todo, por supuesto, con […] More
Marilyn Monroe was born on June 1st, 1926 BOTD. The Hollywood star whose legacy continues to captivate the world. While much has been written about her life, few people are aware of her personal and heartfelt connection to Mexico — a country that played a surprisingly meaningful role in her story. A Mexican Heritage Marilyn […] More
A Symbol of Humility A humble Dodge Ram pickup, gifted by Mexico for Pope Francis’ 2016 visit, became an enduring symbol of his legacy when it served as his funeral hearse in 2025. This Mexican-made truck, a Popemobile for vibrant crowds, carried the Pope on his final journey through Rome, embodying his lifelong commitment to […] More
If someone in Rome says “Mi hai fregato!” or in Mexico City you hear “¡Me fregaste!”, they’re both saying “You tricked me!” or “You screwed me up!” These phrases, built on the verbs fregare (Italian) and fregar (Mexican Spanish), show a surprising link between two languages. Let’s break it down, with a peek at Rome’s […] More
You may need to watch this first: https://spanishny.com/comedy-skit-by-mexican-actor-eugenio-derbez/ Rabo, which means “tail” in Spanish, refers to the green stalk of the onion. In Mexico, cebolla con rabo or onion with a tail is the term used for a scallion. For example, in the phrase: “Make sure you add the onion with the […] More
Pepe Roni- Salmón Con Salsa Morita This video might be hard to follow. Eugenio Derbez delivers a rapid-fire mix of jokes and puns, most of which rely heavily on Mexican expressions and cultural references. Even if you speak Spanish from another country, many of the jokes may go over your head. I will […] More
Mastering expressions that use the neuter definite article “lo” can greatly enhance your Spanish skills. Below are some examples and their uses: English Common Student Translation Using the Neuter Article The bad thing(s) La cosa mala Lo malo The best thing La cosa mejor Lo mejor The funny thing(s) La cosa chistosa/divertida Lo chistoso/divertido […] More
Frida Kahlo, one of Mexico’s most iconic artists, was born on July 6, 1907. Her life and art have been extensively studied and celebrated worldwide. Despite the wealth of information about her, a notable mystery remains: no recordings of her voice are known to exist. Frida Kahlo’s life was tumultuous, marked by physical suffering and […] More
Caesar salad, one of the world’s most beloved salads, celebrates its 100th anniversary on July 4, 2024. This iconic dish was invented on the 4th of July, 1924 by Italian immigrant Caesar Cardini at his restaurant, Caesar’s, located on Avenida Revolución in Tijuana, Mexico. The creation of the Caesar salad is attributed to a moment […] More
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