This idiom is a good one for those of you who, like me, oftentimes realize something just in the nick of time. For example, you are sneaking up behind your Uncle Joey to give him a wet willy and take revenge for all the times he has embarrassed you in public when –gasp!– you realize […]
The Past Perfect
The past perfect uses the imperfect of the verb haber and the past participle. It is translated into English as had done something. (yo) había + past participle (tú) habías + past participle (él/ella/Ud.) había + past participle (nosotros) habíamos + past participle (ellos/ellas/Uds.) habían + past participle Yo ya me había despertado cuando cantó […]
Vista de Viernes: Experience Cusco
Dying of Boredom (Just like an oyster?)
Aburrirse como una ostra – Die of boredom/Be very bored
Pluperfect…. Lo conoces?
The past perfect, or pluperfect, defines an event that happened prior to another event which happened in the past. Still a hazy idea? Read the examples for more clarity: Yo ya me había despertado cuando sonó el despertador. –I had already awakened when the alarm clock went off. María ya había ido al teatro cuando […]
Guide to Argentine Cinema, Part 2
Of all of the Spanish-speaking countries, Argentina boasts some of the most successful films. If you are planning to study Spanish in Argentina, it only makes sense to first check out some of the most famous movies that have been made in the country. Not only will this activity give you a leg-up on the […]
Testimonial: Lauren McConnell, Part 2
Meet Lauren McConnell, who wrote and supervised the production of a play called Maytags. She works for Central Michigan University teaching Theater. She grew up in Washington State and currently lives in Mount Pleasant, Michican with her husband, daughter, dog, and cat. Read Part One here. VV: What options does Central Michigan University offer for […]
Favorite Activities: Cusco, Perú
Favorite Activities in Cusco, Perú *Be sure to click on the links to learn more about each activity! Just be prepared to experience a strong desire to book a plane ticket immediately thereafter. Do you enjoy motorized adventure? Going four-wheeling is a popular student activity. Take the opportunity to tour Cusco! Approximately 3.5 hour tour, […]
Guide to Argentine Cinema, Part 1
If you are planning to attend a Spanish immersion school, it only makes sense to check out some of the great cinema of Latin America before your trip. Argentina, in particular, has a very robust and impressive history of film-making. In fact, cineahas been an important part of Argentine culture since the late 19th century. […]
Testimonial: Lauren McConnell, Part 1
Meet Lauren McConnell, who wrote and supervised the production of a play called Maytags. She works for Central Michigan University teaching Theater. She grew up in Washington State and currently lives in Mount Pleasant, Michican with her husband, daughter, dog, and cat. VV: Thank you so much, Lauren, for doing this! VV: What is the […]
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