The noun simpatia – from the Greek sun (with) pathos (feeling) expresses in Portuguese a feeling of friendliness or tenderness toward people,places or things: nós temos muita simpatia pelo Brazil, we are very fond of Brazil. You can use the adjective, simpático(a) to refer to a person: Clara é simpática, Clara is … Continue reading
If you and your Valentine are opting for a cozy night in rather than a night out this Saturday, here are some great suggestions for romantic foreign films. Why not watch one in the language you’re learning and impress your …
If you’ve got a crush on un español o una española, you’d be wise to read these 10 tips for how dating works (and doesn’t work) in Spain. 1. Spaniards don’t date. The verb to date doesn’t even have an …
Despite the abundance of sophistication in French culture, most French people love simple things. So when it comes to La Saint-Valentin (Valentine’s Day) or dating in general, these intimate places remain favorite ideas: un parc (a park), la campagne (the countryside), …
We all know that immersion is one of the best ways to improve your fluency in a language. You learn new vocabulary, and at the same time, solidify the grammar you already know. A great way to immerse yourself in …
Carnaval, Carnival, is a movable holiday that is celebrated annually in Brazil forty days before Easter. This year it will take place between Saturday, February 14 and terça-feira gorda, Fat Tuesday, February 17. Carnaval is taken so seriously in Brazil …