Discover the heart of Spanish-speaking culture as we delve into family terminology in this episode. From "tatarabuelo" to "bisnieto," unravel the familial connections and learn how to navigate conversations about family in Spanish-speaking communities, starting from generations past to present. Join us as we explore the richness of familial relationships and ... Show More
Nov 3
7 maneras de sonar grosero en México sin darte cuenta - 7 Ways to Sound Rude in Mexico Without Realizing It
Can your Spanish be grammatically correct and still sound rude? Jim shares a recent moment when he forgot to greet the security guard, and we use that experience to explore seven everyday situations where tone, context, and small gestures can change how your words are received in ... Show More
27m 52s
Oct 27
10 formas de decir “morir” en México (y cuándo NO usarlas) - 10 Ways to Say “Die” in Mexico (and When NOT to Use Them)
Would you say se petateó when someone tells you their uncle died? Probably not. With Día de Muertos approaching, we explore ten ways to talk about death in Mexican Spanish, from the straightforward morir and more formal fallecer to euphemisms and very informal expressions like co ... Show More
22m 48s
Oct 20
Una charla con mi barbero en México - A Chat With My Barber in Mexico
Jim visits his barber Pedro in Cholula, Puebla, for a haircut, a beard trim, and a conversation that goes far beyond grooming. In this longer version of our YouTube visit, they talk about Jim's son's first haircut, Mexican rock, daily life, and the relationship that develops betw ... Show More
31m 37s
Jun 2013
Beginner Spanish 7: Family
Get this episode's full transcript free, plus 2 more of your choice. Don't miss a single word, and get how to ask anyone about their family, notes on the grammar, and how the verb for "carry" tells you how much older someone is:👉 spanishobsessed.com/transcriptsLis talks to her f ... Show More
21m 30s
Feb 2021
[Q&A] How Can My Family Learn Spanish Together? ♫ 111
In this episode, I'm answering a listener question that you may have been thinking about lately. Christen asked how she can learn Spanish with her husband and two daughters. I give 5 tips for how to learn Spanish as a family, ideas for activities in Spanish you can do together, a ... Show More
22m 31s
Dec 2024
#35- 25 Words for Family Relationships
<p>Hi there! Welcome to episode #35 of The Real Life English with Gabby Podcast!</p><p>In this episode, you'll be learning 25 popular slang words, phrasal verbs, and idioms for talking about family and family relationships. In American culture, we talk about family relations ... Show More
35m 19s