Curtis Jerry Smothers - Freelance Blogger/Tutor
9 Quick Spanish Lessons
Take a few minutes to read up on Spanish grammar.
Spanish Pronunciation Rules
Hola! I'm excited to offer you my guide to Spanish pronunciation. With this easy-to-follow three-rule approach, you'll be able to pronounce every Spanish word like a pro! Whether you're a beginner or an advanced learner, this guide is perfect for you. Start mastering Spanish pronunciation today! Click here for a quick two-minute guide to pronouncing Spanish.
Gender in Spanish Nouns
Are you ready for a quick Spanish lesson? Let’s start with a fundamental aspect of the language. Nouns in Spanish are either masculine or feminine. Learning to tell them apart can be challenging for English speakers, but with our expert guidance, you’ll gain the skills you need to start speaking like a native. Click here for a 3-minute rundown refresher on Spanish gender rules.
Using Pronouns before Verbs
As a Spanish tutor, I specialize in the intricacies of the Spanish language. One common mistake many Spanish learners make is knowing when to use or not use subject pronouns before Spanish verbs. It can be a challenging concept to grasp, but with a little guidance, it can significantly improve your Spanish language skills. That's where I come in! Click here for a quick 3-minute lesson on what you need to know about using Spanish pronouns with verbs.
Conjugating Spanish -ar verbs
I'm here to help you master the Spanish language and reach your language-learning goals. One of the essential building blocks of Spanish is learning how to conjugate present-tense -ar verbs. With my guidance, you'll learn this foundational skill in no time, and you'll be on your way to speaking and understanding Spanish with ease. Click here for a 2-minute lesson on conjugating -ar verbs in Spanish.
Conjugating Spanish -er/-ir verbs
Are you ready to learn Spanish verbs? I offer personalized Spanish tutoring services to meet the individual needs and interests of each student. In our first few classes, we’ll explore the present tense and how to conjugate -er/-ir verbs, with emphasis on how they are similar except in the first and second-person plural. With my guidance, you will be able to master Spanish in no time! Click here for a quick rundown on present tense -er and -ir verbs.
Spanish Stem-Changing Verbs
I am committed to helping my students master the tricky grammar rules of the Spanish language. For students who are struggling with Spanish stem-changing verbs, I offer tailored support to help them overcome this major hurdle. Through a combination of engaging exercises, interactive activities and personalized feedback, I ensure that my students get the support they need to take their Spanish to the next level. Here is a quick introduction to Spanish Stem-changing verbs.
Spanish Reflexive Verbs
¡Hola! I am a Spanish Tutor, and I'm here to teach you about the use of reflexive verbs in Spanish. In English, we use 'myself' to show that an action is being done to oneself. In Spanish, we use reflexive pronouns to achieve the same goal. Reflexive verbs are essential in making sure one communicates effectively in Spanish, so they’re important to learn. Let's start with this three-minute lesson on looking at some examples of reflexive verbs in action.
Definite Articles in Spanish
As a Spanish tutor, I believe that learning the language should be both fun and effective. In this lesson, we will start by breaking down the basics of Spanish definite articles, starting with el, la, los, and las. We will discuss the rules of when to use each article, as well as some exceptions and common mistakes to avoid. This quick article will give you a solid understanding of how to properly use definite articles in Spanish.
Demonstratives in Spanish
Learn to master Spanish demonstrative adjectives and pronouns. I will help you understand the differences between este, esta, ese, esa, and their plural forms. We will also teach you the proper use of accents in demonstrative pronouns. With my personalized approach and tailored learning plans, you'll master Spanish grammar in no time. Click here for this quick less-than-two-minute lesson on Spanish demonstrative adjectives and pronouns.
As a public service, I have posted some flip card study guides in Spanish. Here are the links:
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* Spanish verbs that change their spelling in the first person singular.
* Present tense stem-changing Spanish verbs: e to ie.
* Present tense stem-changing Spanish verbs: o to ue.
* Present tense stem-changing verbs e to i.
* Spanish conjunctions that introduce independent clauses.
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