All posts in "Learning Spanish & Portuguese"
“What Sexy Feet You Have, Gringo!”
A moment in a Mexican Walmart in which the female Walmart employee was very wet and obsessed over my huge Alpha Male feet. Ladies, I’m single.
Am I Fluent in Spanish?
Am I fluent in Spanish? Here’s my thoughts on the topic of fluency, what it means for other gringos and my own thoughts on my own Spanish abilities.
Is Speaking Spanish Cultural Appropriation?
Addressing the critique some have about non-Latinos learning Spanish as being cultural appropriation.
The Latinos Who Wave You Away like Magic
When Latinos (especially old ones) don’t want to put in the energy to understand your gringo accent and try waving you away: “No English!”
Expressions in Spanish that Sound Weird to a Gringo
Examples of expressions in Spanish that sound weird to me.
Differences in the Spanish Language Across Latin America
Examples of noticeable differences in the Spanish language across Latin America.
Necessary to Learn Spanish or Portuguese in Latin America?
Do you need to learn Spanish or Portuguese to live in Latin America?
Gringos Living for Years in Latin America Without Spanish
Discussing the topic of gringos living in Latin America for years without ever learning Spanish (or Portuguese).
Do English Speakers Need to Learn Spanish or Portuguese Back Home?
Do native English speakers even need to learn Spanish or Portuguese if they don’t ever plan on living in Latin America?
Indigenous Influences in the Spanish Language in Latin America
Going into brief examples of indigenous influences on the Spanish language in Latin America.