I visited my family in Spain earlier this year, and we spent a lot of time at the table eating and talking. Having two or three dishes per meal is the norm there, but the most important part is the conversation you have while eating. Sobremesa is a term with no direct translation in English …
My family is very lucky because we live right by the seaside, and just a stone’s throw away from our doorstep is an expansive playa (beach). If my son could have his way, he would spend hours there every day! Latin American Pronunciation European Pronunciation The word is derived from the Late Latin plagia, which …
Today I thought I would write about a word that I just love the sound of vocally: esimismamiento. Wouldn’t you agree that it just rolls off the tongue? However, its meaning isn’t exactly positive. It comes from the reflexive verb ensimismarse, which means to become lost in thought or to be self-absorbed. Latin American Pronunciation …
Camote and batata are the Spanish words for sweet potato. In Mexico and Central America, camote is commonly used to refer to sweet potatoes. In other regions, people may use batata or boniato. The Spanish word camote originates from the Nahuatl language, which is a language spoken by the ancient Aztec people in central Mexico. The …
Sandías are one of the most beloved fruits enjoyed worldwide. Their sweet taste and juicy texture make them the perfect summertime treat. The word sandía has its origins in the Arabic term sindiyānah, which derives from the Classical Persian hindyāna, meaning watermelon. Latin American Pronunciation European Pronunciation Sandía is a feminine noun that takes the …
Today, let’s take a closer look at a simple yet essential object we all use daily without much thought: doors. We pass through them several times a day, and they can be made from various materials. Door in Spanish is puerta and it comes directly from the Latin porta meaning gate or entrance. Latin American …