Ecela Spanish

Chile, Argentina, & Peru Spanish Courses

Cultural Tidbit: Preserving the Mapuche’s Language

According to researchers, once every two weeks, one of our roughly 7,000 distinct world languages disappears forever. With over 7 million native speakers, Spanish isn’t in any danger of disappearing. But many of the unique languages spoken by indigenous peoples throughout South America are in danger. As indigenous people strive to assimilate (sometimes under significant […]

Cultural Tidbit: Tips for Vegetarians in Meat-Loving Nations

For most people, savoring local dishes is half the fun of learning a language abroad. But what if you are a vegetarian? What are you going to do if you’re learning Spanish in Peru and your host family proudly presents you with a crispy golden “cuy” (guinea pig)? What if you’re learning Spanish in Argentina […]

Cultural Tidbit: Visiting Cabra Corral

South America has no shortage of stunning scenery. If you want to get a bit off the beaten path when learning Spanish in Argentina, and explore some beautiful locations that aren’t necessarily clogged with foreign tourists already, you should definitely consider a visit to Cabra Corral. South America’s second-largest lake, Cabra Corral is a man-made […]

Cultural Tidbit: Shocking Shopping Surprise at La Salada Market

A recent news story proves that shopping at Buenos Aires’ largest bazaar, La Salada, can be challenging even for native speakers. Enticed by a rock-bottom price for what the vendor claimed was a toy poodle, a man from Catamarca bought a pair of the fluffy critters, only to return home, get the advice of a […]

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