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[Q&A] How Do I Stop Forgetting Words in Spanish Conversations? ♫ 220

Tue, 21 Jan 2025

In this episode, Tamara Marie responds to listener Jo-Anne’s challenges with forgetting words and feeling nervous speaking Spanish with adults.

Tamara shares actionable tips for consistent practice, reducing anxiety, and building fluency.

In this episode, she covers:

Daily Practice: Learn how to schedule consistent, structured conversations with adults in Spanish.
Stress-Free Learning: Discover techniques like meditation and yoga to ease speaking anxiety.
Real-Life Tips: Practice everyday Spanish with grocery lists and common conversation phrases.

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From Shy to Fluent: How to Gain Confidence in Conversations with Native Speakers

Mon, 13 Jan 2025

Do you ever get nervous when someone asks you a question in Spanish?

Has your mind ever gone completely blank when you're trying to respond, even if you KNOW you know what you want to say?

In this episode, you'll hear from Dani Dancing -- a Spanish learner like you who was able to shed her fear of speaking Spanish and get more comfortable having conversations.

She shares how she was able to conquer her anxiety when talking to native Spanish speakers, and how she found a better way to approach the language by setting effective goals after she joined the Spanish Fluency Club.

Listen to find out how you can develop your own plan of action to speak more Spanish without being anxious.

Join the Spanish Fluency Club and speak Spanish with confidence!

Learn more at >> https://www.spanishconsalsa.com/join

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[Q&A] How Do I Fix My Vocabulary Gaps to Keep Conversations Flowing? ♫ 219

Tue, 31 Dec 2024

In this listener Q&A episode, I’m answering a question from John, a member of the Learn Spanish con Salsa community.

John shared his frustration about not knowing words he needs to use during conversations and struggling to keep the flow going.

If you’ve ever faced a similar challenge, this episode is for you!

I’ll review 7 practical steps to expand your vocabulary, build confidence, and keep your Spanish conversations smooth and natural.

What You’ll Learn in This Episode:

How to take advantage of forgetting words to improve your vocabulary 💡
Tamara’s favorite resource to help you keep track of words you don’t know how to say in Spanish📱
3 Spanish phrases to use when you get stuck in conversation so you don’t have to revert to English 🫢
The best way to learn and recall new vocabulary when you need to use it 🧠

Listen to this episode for actionable tips to keep your Spanish conversations flowing.

Resources:

Quizlet: quizlet.com – Create and review flashcards
Anki vs. Quizlet: The Best App to Learn Spanish Vocabulary
Episode 49: La forma correcta de aprender vocabulario nuevo (The Right Way to Learn New Vocabulary)

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7 Spanish Phrases to Use at New Year’s Celebrations ♫ 218

Tue, 24 Dec 2024

In this festive episode, Tamara Marie shares conversational Spanish phrases for New Year gatherings, including greetings, toasts, and ways to express gratitude.

She also explores the backstory of the classic holiday song Feliz Navidad, offering cultural insight and conversation tips to connect with others during the season.

Listen now to...

Learn 7 Spanish phrases to use during New Year’s celebrations 🍾
Hear the inspiring story behind a classic Latin American holiday song (you might be surprised where it's really from) 🎶
Find out how to connect with friends and family during the holidays by improving your Spanish vocabulary 🤗

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What's It Like to Be an Expat in Colombia? (Interview with Jamarr Black, Part 2) ♫ 102

Tue, 10 Dec 2024

Can you imagine living on only $300 USD/month?

That's exactly what Jamarr Black did when he first moved to Cali, Colombia.

In part 2 of our conversation, Jamarr shares how much money you need to live comfortably in Cali--including the cost of health care.

I asked him about the best places to dance salsa in the area, and how Americans are treated by the locals and the police.

Jamarr also shares his #1 piece of advice for anyone thinking about moving abroad but is still on the fence.

Learn Colombian Spanish with Maribel 🇨🇴

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Tarjimly - Volunteer to be an interpreter
Hola Cali City

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Learn Spanish con Salsa | Spanish lessons with Latin music and conversational Spanish

[Q&A] How Do I Stop Forgetting Words in Spanish Conversations? ♫ 220

From Shy to Fluent: How to Gain Confidence in Conversations with Native Speakers

[Q&A] How Do I Fix My Vocabulary Gaps to Keep Conversations Flowing? ♫ 219

7 Spanish Phrases to Use at New Year’s Celebrations ♫ 218

What's It Like to Be an Expat in Colombia? (Interview with Jamarr Black, Part 2) ♫ 102

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