We're reviewing 7 Spanish phrases from the song that you can use in daily conversation. Plus, I'll reveal the answer to our trivia question about Carlos Vives.

In this episode, you’ll learn:

🗣️Conversational phrases that go beyond soccer — from expressing excitement to describing community

👚 How "ponerse la camiseta" means much more than putting on a shirt

🔄️ An easy way to memorize how to use reflexive verbs

Listen to this episode to build vocabulary you'll actually use — in the World Cup and beyond.

Related Links:

🎧 Episode 244: Learn Spanish with the World Cup Anthem "Somos Más"

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We'll break down the song lyrics and review vocabulary for talking about sports, emotions, and coming together as a community.

In this episode, you'll learn:

⚽ Essential fútbol vocabulary that every Spanish speaker uses during the World Cup

🌎 How 4 artists from 4 different countries come together in one anthem — and what that means for your Spanish

🏟️ The difference between "la cancha" and "el estadio" and other soccer terms you need to know

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In this episode, we start from the very beginning — what the World Cup is, how the game works, and the key Spanish vocabulary you need to follow a match and have a conversation about the tournament in Spanish.

What You'll Learn in This Episode:

🏆 What 'La Copa Mundial" means and why it's such a big deal in the Spanish-speaking world

⚽ The basic reglas de fútbol explained— positions, scoring, and how a game is won

🎙️ The exact words and phrases you'll hear during a Spanish-language broadcast

Listen to this episode and you'll be ready to watch every match en español!

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What You'll Learn in This Episode:

• 🧐 How to describe someone who thinks too highly of themselves in Spanish (without being rude!)
• 😤 A common phrase used to express frustration when you've reached your limit, like saying "It's the last straw!"
• 📝 The other way to say "to fear" in Spanish and a different way talk about your plans

Listen to this episode to add more conversational Spanish vocabulary to your toolkit.

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We analyze the lyrics of this intense song, exploring themes of jealousy, determination, and the "crime" of stealing someone's heart. 

In this episode, you'll learn:

👮 A common phrase used in Latin America for "going to jail" that you won't find in most textbooks

🧗 The specific verb needed to describe climbing physical objects (like a balcony!)

😠 Expressions you can use when you're frustrated or annoyed with someone

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Before you freeze up or sound like a textbook by saying '¿Puede repetir, por favor?', listen up! 

In this episode, I'm going to give you 10 Spanish phrases native speakers actually use to buy time, clarify, and keep the conversation going smoothly. 🗣️

Whether you need a second to gather your thoughts, want to ask someone to repeat themselves, or just want to sound more natural when clarifying a point—we’ve got you covered.

What You’ll Learn in This Episode:

✅ Conversational phrases to use when you need to buy time  or gather your thoughts 🧠

✅ How to politely ask someone to repeat themselves without sounding like a robot 🤖

✅ 5 natural expressions to ask for clarification like a native speaker 🤔

💬 Get the Bonus list of 21 Conversational Spanish Phrases to Keep Your Conversations Flowing (complete with examples in context, translations, & audio), transcripts, and our 7 Songs to Transform Your Spanish 🎵 course when you sign up as a show supporter at learnspanishconsalsa.com/support

🔗 Episode Show Notes at learnspanishconsalsa.com/240

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Despite years of studying Spanish, Brittany felt stuck when it came to real conversations. 😞

Her motivation? To connect better with her students and with Spanish speakers in her Zumba classes. 👟

Tamara and Brittany discuss why traditional learning methods often fall short and how a personalized approach can make all the difference.

What You’ll Learn in This Episode:

• Why academic Spanish often fails in real-world conversations 🤓
• How Brittany built confidence speaking with native speakers (even after making a few embarrassing mistakes 🫢)
• The power of music and culture in language learning 🎶
• How accountability and coaching can help you overcome mental blocks 💡

Before you download another app or sign up for another program, listen to this episode.

Resources Mentioned:

• Spanish Language Coaching (1:1 Spanish Language Coaching)
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In this episode, I'll go over some key questions you should ask yourself to pick a type of Spanish. 

I also explain how to get started if you're not sure what's the best type of Spanish for you to learn.

Then, I give you some practical tips you can implement right away so you can focus on your type of Spanish and make progress faster.

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This is one of the most common questions I get asked. Should you learn Spanish from Spain or Mexican Spanish?  What are the differences between different types of Spanish? 

 I'll explain why it's important to pick a type of Spanish to avoid wasting a ton of time and confusion on your journey to Spanish fluency.

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In Part 2, we explore the heavy cultural references in the song—from Dominican rap anthems to Puerto Rican boxing legends—and discuss the controversy surrounding Forbes naming Bad Bunny the "King of Pop." You'll also learn key vocabulary distinctions and cultural nuances between island life and city life.

What You'll Learn in This Episode:

• The meaning of 7 Puerto Rican Spanish words & phrases used in the song, like está buena, las gatas, and sacarla del estadio 🇵🇷
• How Bad Bunny really feels about being named "King of Pop" by Forbes Magazine (and how he addresses it in the lyrics) 👑
• The critical difference between the verbs mover and mudar (and why mixing them up changes your meaning completely) 💃🏽

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Joined by Puerto Rican linguist Adriana Lopez, we explore how this song pays homage to the legendary salsa group El Gran Combo de Puerto Rico. Plus, you'll learn the cultural significance of the lyrics and the unique sounds of the Puerto Rican accent.

What You'll Learn in This Episode:

🗣️The linguistic reason why Puerto Ricans pronounce "New York" the way they do (and the specific sound change that creates the Puerto Rican accent)  

🥳The meaning of the slang word rulay and the specific feeling it describes when you are out with friends  

🇵🇷 The classic 1970s salsa anthem Bad Bunny samples in this track and what it reveals about the history of the Puerto Rican diaspora 

Listen to this episode to get ready for the Bad Bunny Super Bowl halftime show 🏈 and learn more conversational Puerto Rican Spanish.

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Tamara shares actionable tips for consistent practice, reducing anxiety, and building fluency.

In this episode, she covers:

• Learn how to schedule consistent, structured conversations with adults in Spanish 📆
• Discover techniques to ease speaking anxiety 🧘🏽‍♀️
• Easy way to practice everyday Spanish and learn conversational phrases 🗣️

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Whether you want to master the subjunctive mood, understand colloquial expressions, or just get comfortable with the future tense, this curated playlist has something for every learner. You'll learn the lyrics, the meaning behind the music, and how to use these songs to take your Spanish to the next level.

What You'll Learn in This Episode:

• How to use the simple future to easily say what you're "going to do" without memorizing complex verb tables 🔮
• The difference between a verb tense and a "mood," and why it is the key to expressing wishes and emotions in Spanish 🇩🇴
• How to use diminutives to soften your speech and sound more authentic in daily conversation 🗣️

Listen to this episode to get the ultimate playlist for learning Spanish and celebrate 7 years of Learn Spanish Con Salsa!

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We review 7 Spanish verbs from the song that you can use in daily conversation to discuss desires, goals, and relationships.  You'll also find out if you're a true Latin music fan when we reveal the easter eggs dropped in the bridge of the song. Plus, you'll learn the answer to our trivia question about El Rey de la Bachata.

In this episode, you'll learn:

🗣️ A verb you can use instead of vale la pena to sound more like a native speaker

📱 Essential vocabulary for modern dating and setting boundaries on social media

⚡ A simple grammar hack to conjugate Spanish verbs without memorizing grammar charts

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We analyze the lyrics of this instant classic, exploring the drama, the romance, and the clever musical references hidden within the verses. You'll learn how to express regret, handle modern dating conflicts (like blocking exes), and use the subjunctive mood.

In this episode, you will learn:

🇩🇴 How to say the common phrase “better late than never” in Spanish

📱Useful vocabulary to discuss relationships and dating in Spanish

👑 Interesting trivia about Romeo Santos for true bachata fans

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Phillip shares how he went from learning Spanish on Duolingo and not being comfortable with speaking Spanish to easily having a 30-minute conversation with a native Spanish speaker in less than 90 days. This was despite facing several challenges during the 12-week program that most Spanish learners think would knock them off course.

From this episode you'll learn:

• Why now is the perfect time to commit to speaking Spanish fluently
• How to get comfortable speaking Spanish by stepping outside of your comfort zone
• Why the conversational method used in Spanish Language Coaching is the best way to correct your grammar mistakes

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In this episode, you'll learn why most Spanish learners mix up indirect objects with reflexive verbs and other verb conjugations (and why this can be a problem)

We'll take a look at examples in the lyrics of the song Casi Te Envidio by Puerto Rican 🇵🇷 salsa singer Andy Montañéz.

From this episode you'll learn:

• How you can quickly differentiate between indirect objects & reflexive verbs
• How to say nearly, kind of, or almost in Spanish
• How to use reflexive verbs in the present perfect tense

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José shares why he started learning languages, how music and literature opened the doors to new cultures, and his experience moving from a small town to the city in his native Dominican Republic.

What You’ll Learn in This Episode: 

• The differences between Spanish spoken in el campo 🛖 vs. la ciudad 🌆 in the Dominican Republic 🇩🇴
• How José went from just learning English to speaking the language (💡hint: you can use this tip to speak more Spanish, too)
• The best technique to improve your pronunciation and vocabulary 🗣️

Listen to this episode to learn more about Dominican culture and expert advice on how to become bilingual.

Want to learn Dominican Spanish? Schedule a lesson with José

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This episode takes you inside Palenque, a place with deep African roots, a unique culture, and a language all its own. 

If you've ever felt like your Spanish lessons were missing a connection to the real world, this historia is for you. It's proof that the best language lessons happen when you step out of your comfort zone and into the world.

What You'll Learn in This Episode:

• The role trenzas (braids) played in the founding of this historic town 👩🏾‍🦱
• What makes the language of Palenque so unique in Latin America 💬
• The strategy that made this community a nearly impenetrable fortress 🛖

Listen to this episode to continue a story that will inspire you and deepen your understanding of Afro-Latino history and culture.

Resources:

• Historia de viaje: Las calles de Cartagena ♫ 229 
• Learn more about San Basilio de Palenque (UNESCO)

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In this episode, find out how a travel plan gone wrong led to an unexpected solo adventure in the beautiful, historic city of Cartagena, Colombia.

This story starts with a desperate, last-minute decision to scrap the original itinerary and fly to a new country, inspired only by a classic salsa song 💃🏽. 

What followed was an incredible adventure of spontaneity and discovery, from stumbling into a chocolate-themed hotel to connecting with locals and learning the unique Spanish of the Colombian coast.

This episode is packed with travel stories, cultural insights, and the real-world Spanish you won't find in a textbook.

What You'll Learn in This Episode:

• 9+ essential Cartagena slang words you need to know to sound like a local (and understand what they’re saying) 😲
• How one common word can mean both "a little" and "a lot" depending on the context 🤏🏽
• The key differences between the Spanish spoken on the Caribbean coast (el costeñol) versus in the interior of Colombia 🇨🇴
• Why you need to be careful when ordering eggs for breakfast in Colombia (you might say something you don't mean!) 🍳

Listen to this episode to immerse yourself in the vibrant culture of Cartagena and learn the secrets of the coastal Colombian accent!

Mentioned in this episode:

• Historias de viaje: La Fugitiva Negringa en Rio ♫ 25
• Historias de viaje parte 2: la turista accidental en Buenos Aires ♫ 91
• Aprende español con la música [Rebelión por Joe Arroyo] ♫ 37

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In this episode, we’re reviewing how to use these two commonly confused Spanish verbs—and why knowing the difference can make your conversations sound way more natural. 🗣️✨

Whether you’re heading to a party, talking about what you’re wearing, or explaining how long you’ve been doing something, these two verbs come up a lot. 

We'll walk through practical examples, useful expressions, and even regional differences so you can feel confident using them.

No more second-guessing at the cookout or in your next conversation 😉

What You’ll Learn in This Episode:

• The difference between traer ("to bring") and llevar ("to take") 🔄
• Useful phrases like llevarse bien 🤝, traer cola 🐍, and llevar la delantera 🏁
• How llevar is used to talk about time ⏰ and clothing 👗
• Why these verbs can vary depending on where you are in the Spanish-speaking world 🌎
• A simple rule you can use so you always choose the right verb 🧠✔️

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If you've ever wanted to expand your vocabulary with phrases you'll actually use (instead of just singing along to your favorite songs in the shower 🚿🎶), this episode is for you!

You'll learn the song lyrics with their meaning and English translation, along with 5 Spanish words & phrases you can start using today.

What You'll Learn in This Episode:

• How to say "I can't stand it!" and "That's not fair!" in Spanish 😠
• How to use the verb llevar like a native speaker (hint: it means more than just “to take”) 🤯
• An easy way give suggestions in Spanish (without needing to use the subjunctive)🤝

Listen to this episode to add a bachata hit to your playlist and take another step towards Spanish fluency. 👣

Resources:

• Llévame Contigo (Lyrics)
• Learn Spanish with Music Course
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In this episode, we'll breakdown the lyrics so you can turn one of your favorite songs into confident Spanish conversations. 

You'll learn...

• 5 everyday Spanish phrases you can use from the song lyrics 🎶
• An easy hack to understand hundreds of Spanish words with just one prefix 💯
• How to express everyday frustrations from bad traffic to annoying situations 😒

...plus find out Bad Bunny's real name 🤫

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En este episodio, Kesia del equipo de Spanish con Salsa comparte la historia de la música bachata en la República Dominicana. Discutimos los estilos de baile y los artistas más populares del género.

📣 The long-awaited season 3 of the Dominican Spanish 101 Podcast is now available! Listen on Spotify or Apple Podcasts

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In this episode of the Learn Spanish con Salsa podcast, we’re throwing it back to Episode 223 where we covered Karol G’s hit song “Si Te Hubiera Conocido.” Now we’re digging into the grammar behind the feels 😭 — so you can master those emotional, regret-filled “what if” moments in Spanish.

We’ll break down the conditional perfect and the past perfect subjunctive (a.k.a. pluscuamperfecto del subjuntivo), using examples straight from the lyrics to help you recognize and actually use these structures in conversation.

What You'll Learn in This Episode:

😬 How to express regrets, hypothetical situations, and missed opportunities in Spanish

🔄 Real lyrics from Karol G to show you how Spanish speakers use these tenses naturally

🎤 How to say things like “If I had known…” and “I would’ve gone…” like a native speaker

If you’ve ever struggled with sentences that start with “If I had…” or “I would have…”, this episode will clear up the confusion con estilo ✨

Mentioned in This Episode:

🎙️Episode 223: Learn Spanish with Music: “Si Antes Te Hubiera Conocido” by Karol G

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Despite years of studying Spanish, Brittany felt stuck when it came to real conversations. 😞

Her motivation? To connect better with her students and with Spanish speakers in her Zumba classes. 👟

Tamara and Brittany discuss why traditional learning methods often fall short and how a personalized approach can make all the difference.

What You’ll Learn in This Episode:

• Why academic Spanish often fails in real-world conversations 🤓
• How Brittany built confidence speaking with native speakers (even after making a few embarrassing mistakes 🫢)
• The power of music and culture in language learning 🎶
• How accountability and coaching can help you overcome mental blocks 💡

Before you download another app or sign up for another program, listen to this episode.

Resources Mentioned:

• Spanish Language Coaching (1:1 Spanish Language Coaching)
• Spanish Fluency Club (Group Coaching Program)

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• Tengo por Milly Quezada
• Incondicional por Prince Royce

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This upbeat song with 🏝️ Caribbean flavor isn’t just catchy—it's full of Spanish grammar you probably didn't know about 🫢 and Spanish phrases you can start using today.

What You’ll Learn in This Episode:

• How to express hypothetical situations in Spanish (aka "what could’ve been" 💔)
• When to use the past subjunctive, especially if you’ve already met its more popular cousin, the present subjunctive 😅
• How to use the verb haber to express regrets and wishes
• A few Spanish phrases to say you missed out on something (or someone 😏)

🎧 Listen to this episode to upgrade your Spanish vocab and add a new song to your playlist.

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What You’ll Learn in This Episode:

• What to say when someone surprises you (that isn’t just “¡¿En serio?!” 🤯)
• How to respond when you don’t agree, but don’t want to be rude about it 😅
• The difference between ¡Qué va! and ¡Qué bien! (because they are not the same thing 👀)
• A Spanish phrase that works just like “It’s up to you” in English 🤷🏽‍♀️

🎧 Listen to this episode if you're tired of sounding like a beginner and want to level up your Spanish with natural, everyday expressions.

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We’ll go line by line, translate the lyrics, and highlight key Spanish grammar and vocabulary you can use in daily conversations.

Here’s what you’ll learn:

• The meaning of Échame la culpa and how to use similar expressions 🫢
• The difference between yo entendí and ya entendí (and how to use each one🤔)
• Spanish phrases you can use to take responsibility for your actions 🙊

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Listen and learn...

• Common expressions with echar and their real-life applications.
• How echar is used in Latin Music
• Actionable steps to incorporate these phrases into your Spanish conversations

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Tamara shares actionable tips for consistent practice, reducing anxiety, and building fluency.

In this episode, she covers:

• Daily Practice: Learn how to schedule consistent, structured conversations with adults in Spanish.
• Stress-Free Learning: Discover techniques like meditation and yoga to ease speaking anxiety.
• Real-Life Tips: Practice everyday Spanish with grocery lists and common conversation phrases. 

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Has your mind ever gone completely blank when you're trying to respond, even if you KNOW you know what you want to say?

In this episode, you'll hear from Dani Dancing -- a Spanish learner like you who was able to shed her fear of speaking Spanish and get more comfortable having conversations.

She shares how she was able to conquer her anxiety when talking to native Spanish speakers, and how she found a better way to approach the language by setting effective goals after she joined the Spanish Fluency Club.

Listen to find out how you can develop your own plan of action to speak more Spanish without being anxious.

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If you’ve ever faced a similar challenge, this episode is for you!

I’ll review 7 practical steps to expand your vocabulary, build confidence, and keep your Spanish conversations smooth and natural.

What You’ll Learn in This Episode:

• How to take advantage of forgetting words to improve your vocabulary 💡
• Tamara’s favorite resource to help you keep track of words you don’t know how to say in Spanish📱
• 3 Spanish phrases to use when you get stuck in conversation so you don’t have to revert to English 🫢
• The best way to learn and recall new vocabulary when you need to use it 🧠

Listen to this episode for actionable tips to keep your Spanish conversations flowing.

Resources:

• Quizlet: quizlet.com – Create and review flashcards
• Anki vs. Quizlet: The Best App to Learn Spanish Vocabulary
• Episode 49: La forma correcta de aprender vocabulario nuevo (The Right Way to Learn New Vocabulary) 

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• Learn 7 Spanish phrases to use during New Year’s celebrations 🍾
• Hear the inspiring story behind a classic Latin American holiday song (you might be surprised where it's really from) 🎶
• Find out how to connect with friends and family during the holidays by improving your Spanish vocabulary 🤗
  
  

Mentioned in this Episode:

• Decoding 'Despacito': An Oral History of Latin Music (Interview with author Leila Cobo, VP at Billboard) ♫ 121
• Feliz Navidad

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Resources Mentioned 

• Tarjimly - Volunteer to be an interpreter
• Hola Cali City

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• 3 common Spanish phrases with the verb recoger that you can use in daily conversation 🫳🏽
• The preposition you have to say before a verb when referring to a person (hint: it's just one letter, but it's an important one)
• How to say you reap what you sow in Spanish 👨🏽‍🌾
• The two different ways to say fruit in Spanish and the meanings of each word 🍇

Listen to this episode to add another classic salsa song to your playlist and learn more conversational Latin American Spanish.

Resources:

• Siembra (Lyrics Video)
• Ramón Betances (El Padre de la Patria de Puerto Rico 🇵🇷)
• UnidosUS, previously known as NCLR (National Council of La Raza)
• Spanish Grammar Mastery Course

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• How to talk about how you feel about the election (or if you don't want to discuss it at all 😬)
• Which Latin American countries already have women in political leadership, including Vice Presidents and Presidents ♀️
• Basic phrases you can use to ask your Spanish-speaking conversation partners about the government in Latin America 🌎

Listen to this episode so you can be prepared when you're asked about the US election. 

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In this episode, you’ll learn:

• 🌱 Why short, frequent study sessions might be the brain hack you’ve been missing – especially with memory challenges
• 🎶 How music can work wonders for language learning – but what’s the science behind it?
• 🧠 Why cramming doesn’t work for language learning – and what to do instead
• 🧘🏽‍♀️ The daily habits support memory and focus – you might be surprised by what makes the biggest difference.

Listen to find out the small lifestyle tweaks that can help clear brain fog while learning Spanish.

Additional Resources:

• Join the Spanish Fluency Club waitlist for community and conversation practice! Doors open in January: spanishconsalsa.com/join
• Check out the Learn Spanish with Music Course to start learning Spanish through your favorite songs: spanishconsalsa.com/course
• Meditación guiada para dormir
• Meditación para calmarse (3 minutos)

Related Episodes:

• 9 Language Learning Strategies for ADHD Adults ♫ 182
• Busy Nurse & Mom Learns Spanish at Age 40: Interview with Kimberly Winfrey ♫ 171

Listen now and discover how to stay motivated and connected to your Spanish learning journey!

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• Latin American expressions for the American English expressions get cold feet ❄️👣 and the ball is in your court 🏀
• How to ask someone if they're serious or joking in Spanish (it's nothing like "are you pulling my leg?" 🦵🏽) 
• The translation for the American slang term "ride or die" in Spanish, and why it may be a red flag in relationships 🚩

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Plus, when you enroll, you’ll receive access to our Spanish Vocabulary Booster course—absolutely free! This bonus includes over 100 idiomatic expressions to help you speak more naturally in conversations. 🌟

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We’ll find out whether these American phrases have similar expressions in Spanish, so you can connect with native speakers more effectively. 🌎

You'll learn:

• The different Spanish expressions used in Colombia and Cuba for the American English expressions bite the bullet and kick the bucket 
• How to say spill the beans in Spanish 🫘 and refer to a person that tells everyone's business 🤫
• The one American English phrase you can literally translate to Spanish and it has the same meaning (hint: it's related to hielo 🧊)

Join in on our guessing game as Kelly and Maribel take a stab at guessing these idioms! 

Their reactions are priceless. 😂 

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The 9 Colombian phrases we explore:

1. ¡Qué chimba! / ¡Qué chimbada!
2. No dé papaya
3. Terminar en bombas / Hacer algo a la lata
4. ¡Qué pecao! / ¡Qué pecadito!
5. ¡Oigan a mi tío!
6. Colgar los guayos
7. Se cree la última Coca-Cola del desierto / Se cree el ombligo del mundo
8. Ah no, serán guayabas
9. Estás meando fuera del tiesto

Do you know what these expressions mean? Listen to this episode to find out ;)

🇨🇴 Learn more about Colombian Spanish: https://www.colombianspanish101.com

Don't miss this episode full of learning and fun! It will be an experience that will make you laugh, think, and above all, learn. 🎉 

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✨ What You'll Learn in This Episode:

• How to say liar in Cuban Spanish 🧐
• The real meaning behind the Cuban phrase "hazme la pala" (Nope, it’s not about digging 🛠️)
• Why "comerse un boniato" has nothing to do with eating sweet potatoes 🍠
• And how Cubans love to throw in fruit metaphors when they talk 🍉🍊 (seriously!)

This episode is 100% in Spanish, so it's a great way to practice your listening skills. Don't worry, though—if you’re a show supporter or a Spanish Fluency Club member, you can download the full transcript to follow along. ✍️📄

✨ Links & Resources Mentioned:

• 📝 Get the Full Transcript & English Translation: Available for show supporters and Spanish Fluency Club members.
• 🇨🇺 Cuban Spanish 101 Course: Learn conversational Cuban Spanish with Kelly, including over 100 idiomatic expressions and phrases!
• 📑 Full Show Notes: Check out episode notes and additional resources.

Make sure you tune in to the next episode where we dive into Colombian Spanish phrases with Maribel! You won’t want to miss it. 😉

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By the end of this episode, you’ll know exactly what you need to focus on so that you start speaking more Spanish (not just studying vocab and grammar all day).

This is an excerpt from the workshop on the 5 Simple Steps to Spanish Fluency. If you want to get the replay for the full workshop, go to https://www.spanishconsalsa.com/freeworkshop (It expires this Sunday, September 15!)

Need help from our team on how to map out your 90 day fluency plan? Go to https://www.spanishconsalsa.com/chat to schedule a call with our team.

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• Which of these 5 myths might be stopping you from reaching fluency 🤔
• The only 3 real reasons why people struggle to reach fluency 🤐
• The ultimate key to gaining confidence and fluency in Spanish 🔑💬

Don't let these myths hold you back any longer!

🎧 Listen to more Spanish success stories

How to Stay Motivated and Make Consistent Progress with Spanish (Interview with Brittany Davis) ♫ 15
From Beginner to Conversational Fluency in 90 Days (Interview with Ryan Chindavong) ♫ 85
How to Conquer Your Fear of Speaking Spanish: Dani's Story ♫ 151

Resources:

⭐ Join the Spanish Fluency Club: a community dedicated to improving your Spanish fluency with regular conversation practice, structured lessons, and personalized feedback from native speakers.

💬 Join us from September 3 – 14, 2024 for Spanish conversation practice sessions to improve your communication skills!

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• How Cynthia overcame the fear of being laughed at and re-built her confidence 💪🏾
• The role of persistence and goal-setting in her journey to fluency 🎯
• Why having an accountability partner made all the difference in her progress 🤝🏾
• Cynthia's advice for anyone struggling to learn Spanish 💡

🎧 Listen to more Spanish success stories

- How to Stay Motivated and Make Consistent Progress with Spanish (Interview with Brittany Davis) ♫ 15
- From Beginner to Conversational Fluency in 90 Days (Interview with Ryan Chindavong) ♫ 85
- How to Conquer Your Fear of Speaking Spanish: Dani's Story ♫ 151

Resources Mentioned:

⭐ Join the Spanish Fluency Club: a community dedicated to improving your Spanish fluency with regular conversation practice, structured lessons, and personalized feedback from native speakers

🇨🇺 Check out the Cuban Spanish 101 course

🎵 Check out the Learn Spanish with Music course

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• Which team member doesn't mind hanging out with pumas 🐾 🐆
• Who's addicted to cheese 🧀 and likes watching children's cartoons on rainy days 🌧 
• What made Tamara think about changing the name of the podcast (you'll never guess to which genre of music) 🎶
• The wise advice Kelly received from her dad that she still lives by today 💡

Resources & Links Mentioned:

🎙️ Listen to part 1:
Platos favoritos, tecnología y supertsiciones: Una charla con Kesia, Jael, y Kelly

🎧 Listen to more episodes in Spanish:

• Cómo establecer metas efectivas de aprendizaje de español (How to Set Effective Spanish Learning Goals) ♫ 48
• El atajo para mejorar tu comprensión auditiva (The Shortcut to Improve Your Listening Comprehension) ♫ 51
• How to Understand Spanish Accents: A Conversation with Maribel Zapata ♫ 195

Want to practice your listening comprehension more? Listen to these episodes

👂🏾 Listening Skills Masterclass

⭐ Want more resources to improve your Spanish?

Spanish Fluency Club: Join a community dedicated to improving your Spanish fluency with regular conversation practice, structured lessons, and personalized feedback from native speakers. This club is perfect for you if you want to make consistent progress in your Spanish journey. Click here to sign up for the waitlist.

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In this episode, host Tamara Marie is joined by Language Coaches Jael Tórrez, Kelly Delgado, and Kesia Sosa from the Spanish con Salsa team for an engaging conversation.

We talk about cultural superstitions from Nicaragua 🇳🇮, Cuba 🇨🇺, and the Dominican Republic 🇩🇴.

Listen to find out:

• Does the rain make you sick or bring good luck? 🌧️🍀
• Has technology improved or worsened personal relationships? 📱🤖
• The different ways arroz con frijoles 🍲 (rice & beans) is prepared in Nicaragua, Cuba, and Dominican Republic (the names for the dishes may surprise you 😄)
• Songs that can instantly lift your spirits when you're having a bad day 🎶

This episode, delivered entirely in Spanish, is great for intermediate learners looking to improve their listening skills.

Resources & Links Mentioned:

🎧 Listen to more episodes in Spanish:

- Cómo establecer metas efectivas de aprendizaje de español (How to Set Effective Spanish Learning Goals) ♫ 48

- El atajo para mejorar tu comprensión auditiva (The Shortcut to Improve Your Listening Comprehension) ♫ 51

- How to Understand Spanish Accents: A Conversation with Maribel Zapata ♫ 195

Want to practice your listening comprehension more? Listen to these episodes

👂🏾 Listening Skills Masterclass

⭐ Want more resources to improve your Spanish?

Spanish Fluency Club: Join a community dedicated to improving your Spanish fluency with regular conversation practice, structured lessons, and personalized feedback from native speakers. This club is perfect for you if you want to make consistent progress in your Spanish journey. Click here to sign up for the waitlist.

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• Tengo por Milly Quezada
• Incondicional por Prince Royce

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• What is a Nicaraguan fritanga and what makes it unique? 🤷🏾
• The meaning of expressions like "abrir la gaza" and "ruge el tigre" 🐯🤔
• One of Nicaragua's typical dishes: gallo pinto (spoiler alert: it's not made of chicken) 🐓🤫

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• The Puerto Rican history that they don't teach you in school 🇵🇷 📜
• The meaning of the phrase “mancha de plátano” 🍌
• Puerto Rican words like jíbaro and pava 💬

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Hijos del Cañaveral by Residente

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🎧 Listen to more episodes about Puerto Rico:

• Cultura Puertorriqueña: Una Charla con Sherly sobre Idiomas, Música y Tradiciones ♫ 201
• 10 Unique Puerto Rican Spanish Words and Expressions ♫ 174
• Coquito y Parrandas: Celebrando Navidad en Puerto Rico ♫ 156

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• Her experience growing up bilingual in Puerto Rico 🇵🇷
• How to overcome language nerves from Marla's experience 😨
• The most difficult part of being an interpreter and the different techniques they use 🗣️

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Learn the fun and unique slang used on each island and pick up tips on understanding and speaking Caribbean Spanish like a local.

In this episode you’ll learn:

• How to say words like gossip, beer and cool in Puerto Rico and the Dominican Republic 🗣️
• Words that have different meanings in each country 🔄😯
• Controversies such as the origin of sancocho and salsa - is this Puerto Rican or Dominican? 🤔🔥

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Sherly tells us about the Puerto Rican culture such as Christmas traditions, the use of Spanglish in everyday life, and the most popular musical genres: Bomba, Plena, and Reggaeton. 🎵

In this episode you’ll learn:

• Differences in Puerto Rican Spanish accents and vocabulary, words like “parcha” and more 🗣️
• Top places to visit in Puerto Rico ✈️
• 4 little tips from Sherly for overcoming the fear of speaking Spanish 💪🏾 

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Listen to the episode to:

• Hear who our team would love to have dinner with, including famous personalities 🍽
• Discover what each of the teachers considers a perfect day, from relaxing in nature to dancing salsa 💯
• Know whether they would like to be famous and what kind of fame they would prefer 💁🏾‍♀🌟

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Spanish Fluency Club

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Kelly talks about why Cubans say goodbye in these ways and also how you can ask someone to leave. 👉🏾🚪

In this episode you’ll learn:

• When and who you should use certain farewell expressions with in Cuba 👋🏾
• An expression that you should not repeat outside of Cuba to say goodbye 🙊🚫
• How to understand Cuban Spanish when they shorten words to speak quickly 🗣

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Cómo decir adiós en Cuba 🇨🇺 (Ep. 199)

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In this episode you’ll learn:

• The most common use for the imperfect 🔍
• How to make sure you’re not using the wrong verb form ❌
• An easy way to conjugate AR, ER, and IR verbs in the imperfect past tense 🔄

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Easy Hack for Learning the Past Tense in Spanish (Ep. 198)

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Do you get confused by Spanish past tense verbs?

With so many different verb forms and irregular verbs, it's easy to feel overwhelmed by Spanish grammar.

In this episode, I share an easy hack to use the past tense in Spanish so you can keep your conversations flowing instead of pausing and trying to conjugate verbs in your head.

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Let's listen to the lyrics of the song Guantanamera, a Cuban classic of the musical genre Son. 🎶

In this episode you’ll learn:

• The difference between the musical genres Son and Salsa 💃🏾
• Cuban vocabulary: words like Guajira, Guano and Guantanamera 💬
• Different ways to use the verb “echar” in Spanish 💡

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• Cuban Spanish 101 course

Song Featured in this Episode

Guantanamera - Compay Segundo

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