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Spanish contains a vast vocabulary that can be challenging for learners and even native speakers to fully grasp. This is where glossaries of Spanish words become invaluable tools. The Glossaries include Horse riding, Geographical terms, Semana Santa, Carnival, Seville Feria, Weddings, Flamenco and Skiing.
Glossary of Spanish Fruit & Vegetable Market Terms
Ok so you love flamenco, the next step is to shop for your very own outfit. The vocabulary involved can a little daunting so Andalucia.com have come up with a list for our readers of Spanish words, which should help you on your shopping trip.
On this page you will find a Glossary of terms, which may be very useful when horse riding in Andalucia.
Glossary of Holy Week terms. Know your capa, capirote and capuz, from your pasos and penitentes.
It is always helpful to learn some useful vocabulary that will make the trip excursion even better, even though most of the staff working in Sierra Nevada speak good English.
Bullfighting in Andalucia, a glossary of Bullfighting terms in English and Spanish
Are you planning your trip to the Carnival but feel nervous about actually speaking Spanish? We've created a special collection of carnival words, to add to the fun!
Plumbing is one of the domestic aspects most likely to need the services of a professional. You will find numerous reasonably-priced and efficient plumbers in Andalucia; pricing is more economical than in many places, partly due to innovation and the variety of available fittings. If you are looking for a recommendation, administradores (property managers in managed communities) are often helpful people to ask, with many useful contacts. Alternatively, your home insurance provider or broker may have a list of plumbers or plumbing companies.
Some important Feria terms so you can sound like a local. Albero - traditional yellow sand (its colour is emblematic of Sevilla) on the ground of the recinto - can get dusty in hot weather, turns to mud when it rains. Alumbra(d)o - when all the portada´s lights are switched on, at midnight on Saturday. This is the traditional beginning of the Feria
Journalist and author Theresa O'Shea tied the knot with her long-standing Spanish partner on Spain's Costa del Sol and has produced a linguistic and cultural survival guide to a Spanish weddings for those who might follow her example and walk the aisle in Spain!
Journalist and author Theresa O'Shea tied the knot with her long-standing Spanish partner on Spain's Costa del Sol and has produced a linguistic and cultural survival guide to a Spanish weddings for those who might follow her example and walk the aisle in Spain!
On this page you will find a Glossary of geographical terms from Aldea, a small village or hamlet to landmarks such as a venta a country or roadside Inn.
Learning Spanish in Andalucía offers a rich cultural immersion alongside high-quality instruction. Cities like Seville, Granada, and Málaga host numerous Cervantes Institute-accredited schools. While the Andalusian accent can be fast and distinct, schools generally teach standard Spanish, providing a solid linguistic foundation.
Many people living in Andalucia and especially the Costa del Sol, say that they have little opportunity to practice their Spanish! This is due to the presence of so English speaking residents and visitors, as well as bars, restaurants and shops where no Spanish is needed to get through the day.
Amongst the many ways that you can learn Spanish, an option taken up by many people, is by an old time-tested system of the 'intercambio' or exchange. Back in school days, a pupil from France, Germany or Spain would come and stay with the family, giving them the chance to exchange the favour. The resulting friendship often lasted for many years and normally more of the spoken foreign language was learnt in a short visit that in the rest of your educational career.
There is undoubtedly a wonderful lifestyle to be had in Southern Spain. The Costa del Sol, being primarily a holiday resort, has a transient population with many visitors who are obviously unable to speak Spanish.
First published in 1998, the Instants have established themselves as the best-selling range of language titles from teach yourself. When published as part of the teach yourself relaunch in May 2003, they were given a new cover, internal text re-design and availability on CD
Being one of the most popular tourist destinations in Malaga province due to its dramatic setting and historic and cultural heritage, it is no surprise that Ronda has an abundance of self-catering accommodation both in the town itself and just outside in the surrounding countryside.
Despite being a growing town, Ronda retains much of its historic charm, particularly its old town. It is famous worldwide for its dramatic escarpments and views, and for the deep El Tajo gorge that carries the rio Guadalevín through its centre. Visitors make a beeline for the 18th century Puente Nuevo 'new' bridge, which straddles the 100m chasm below, before taking in the views from the Alameda out over the Serranía de Ronda mountains.
