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Top 100 Spanish Lessons: Learn this and never be confused again!

The Spanish-speaking culture has some unique aspects we would like to share with you that’s every bit as important as Spanish lessons about grammar or vocabulary. See if you are aware of these cultural bits!

1) Greetings
Have you noticed that usually, women are greeted with a kiss? And to avoid confusions, it is a general motion to let your right cheek get the kiss.

2)La hora latina
“Latino time.” It is believed that Spanish-speakers are always late, but there are cultural factors explain this tardiness. Many Spanish-speaking
countries’ transportation and communication system are not as reliable, making delays unavoidable;so people tend to be forgiving about lateness. However, this is a stereotype, as there are Spanish-speaking people that are often punctual as well.

3)Lunch Time
In the Spanish-speaking world, main meal of the day is at mid-day, “la comida,” (meaning “the meal”). It may begin as late as 2pm but usually starts by noon, and some shops and offices close as people enjoy their comida at home with family.  This just goes to show you how great the Latin life is!

4)Regional Accents
Like every major language, Spanish has regional varieties.  Here’s a phrase you won’t learn in your typical Spanish lessons that’s sure to impress: Spanish speakers often say “El español
es el español (“Spanish is Spanish”).

5)Flirting
Native Spanish speakers, compared to others, can be more flirtatious in public. Flirting is seen as flattering or humorous rather than threatening or disgusting.

So maybe this makes sense but when you hear ACTUAL Spanish you realize you stillneed more help?  Bar none, I’d say the easiest and FREE-est way for learning Spanish is a free podcast called SpanishPod101.com where you can download audio Spanish lessons for free!  Give it a shot and good luck with Spanish in the future!

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