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Did you know that the longest word in Spanish (esternocleidomastoiditis) has 25 letters and refers to a common medical problem? But don’t worry: if you ever suffer from it, you can just say you have “torticollis,” or stiff neck, to explain your symptoms. Becoming fluent in another language isn’t just about knowing the vocabulary and the grammar, but also knowing how the language is really used by native speakers, so you can understand and be understood? Contact us at Listen & Learn and we will prepare a personalised program for you to become fluent in no time by teaching you not just the words and phrases you want to know, but how to use them correctly!
Similarly, it is one thing to know the general rules of the language, but another to know the many exceptions. For example, Spanish has two genders: male (el) and female (la), but how these genders are assigned is often arbitrary. For instance, a chair is female (la silla) while glass is male (el vidrio). Still, it is important to know which gender is correct because getting the gender of a noun wrong can create some uncomfortable situations: El Papa is “the Pope,” while “la papa” is a potato, so don’t mix them up!
But not everything about Spanish is so tricky. As an English speaker, you will probably recognize some words instantly as you increase your Spanish vocabulary. Many words that end in “tion” in English end in “ción” in Spanish, like “station” (estación), “exaggeration” (exageración) and “confusion” (confusion). Other words are spelled identically, though they are pronounced differently, like “mosquito” or “eclipse”.
Furthermore, in Calgary, you’ll always find people with whom you can practice your new Spanish skills. With an impressive number of 30,000 residents who speak the language in Calgary, you’ll find dozens of language exchange groups you can join, such as the Calgary Spanish Language Meetup.
Just reach out to us at Listen & Learn today and begin acquiring a new language. After taking some lessons with us, you’ll not mistake el cura (a priest) for la cura (the cure) ever again!
Spanish lessons of this type are broader and are aimed towards students with a variety of requirements. While all beginner level students will cover survival Spanish - needed for short visits to countries where English isn't widely spoken, or if you wish to 'go local'; those studying Spanish usually go in different directions at this point, depending on what they need. Those who have benefitted from these Spanish classes have been those investing in or buying property overseas, those married to overseas nationals, people setting off on a round-the-world trip, enthusiasts in Spanish culture, and those enthusiastic to pass a specific exam in Spanish. Inquire now about our Spanish Courses or Take A Free Spanish Level Test
These Spanish Lessons are intended for people who really need to learn Spanish to help make that difference in their work. For beginners, it will be useful to learn greetings and basic business etiquette, at higher levels reading and then writing become more important. Typical students include those involved in import/export, international negotiations and acquisitions, jobseekers in multinational companies where an additional language is required, and those working with international colleagues, academia and government. Even on our most basic lesson for Beginners, students should expect to end the lesson with basic Telephone Spanish and e-mail Spanish skills for communications as well as Survival Spanish required for short visits to a country. Inquire now about our Spanish Courses or Take A Free Spanish Level Test
Lessons in Spanish are also accessible for 2 or more studying in tandem (Two-to-One Spanish Lesson or Small Group In-Company Spanish Lesson). All those involved must have around the same experience of the language, similar needs of areas of proficiency, and must be able to work at the same time and place. Bookings must be made for all students at the same time. Listen & Learn do not advise classes of more than 6-8 people, although In-Company Taster Spanish sessions can be run with as many as 12 people. Inquire now about our Spanish Courses or Take A Free Spanish Level Test
Your colleagues and yourself can be trained by our native-speaking fully-qualified Spanish tutors at a time and location to suit you. Classes can take place any day, even weekends, and can happen in the morning, afternoon or evening. If the case may be that your home or office is not convenient, there is always the option to take your classes at the office of your teacher. Study books for the lesson are provided. Inquire now about our Spanish Courses or Take A Free Spanish Level Test
Those wishing to learn Spanish in groups of 2 or more together (Two-to-One Spanish Lessons or Small Group In-Company Spanish Lessons) can sign up for our group classes. All students must be at nearly the same level of Spanish proficiency, must have the same needs from the language, and must be able to study at the same time and place as the others. Bookings must be made for all students simultaneously. Listen & Learn do not propose group sizes or more than 6-8 people, but In-Company Taster Spanish Lessons can occur with up to 12 people. Inquire now about our Spanish Courses or Take A Free Spanish Level Test
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