language and thought

The History of Spanish Influence in America

Long before the English arrived, Spanish explorers and settlers left an indelible mark on the landscape and language of North…

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Spanish vs. Portuguese Culture: So Similar?

Spain and Portugal share a peninsula, but do they share a culture? From the soulful melancholy of Portuguese Fado to…

5 months ago

The Art of the ‘Paseo’: A Spanish Ritual

The evening stroll, or *paseo*, is a cherished Spanish cultural tradition. More than just a walk, it's a time-honored ritual…

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The Role of Religion in Modern Spain

Spain's identity is deeply intertwined with its Catholic history, but the modern nation is increasingly secular. We explore how sacred…

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The Soul of Spain: Understanding ‘Duende’

Flamenco is more than a dance; it's about 'duende'—a powerful, mysterious force of emotion and expression. We explore this untranslatable…

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The 501 Spanish Verbs Book: Is It Worth It?

The legendary '501 Spanish Verbs' book has been a staple for language learners for decades, but is it still the…

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All Spanish Tenses in One Epic Story

Can we use every major Spanish tense in a single story? Challenge accepted! Follow the adventure of a time-traveling historian…

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Swahili’s 18 Noun Classes

Forget the simple "he" or "she" of European languages. Swahili categorizes its nouns into at least 18 different classes, a…

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The Two Pasts of Bulgarian: Witnessed vs. Unwitnessed

In most languages, the past is simply the past. But in Bulgarian, your grammar forces you to specify your source:…

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The Dual Pronouns of Ancient Sanskrit

In our modern world, we count 'one' and 'many.' But Ancient Sanskrit had a third, forgotten category: the dual, a…

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