Hola! The long awaited new episode of Gringo on the Street is LIVE. This time we’re ordering coffee. If you watch this video, no doubt you’ll be able to order coffee in Spain without a problem. But you won’t JUST see me ordering coffee in this video. You’ll see something else. You’ll see that every time I order a coffee, the person quickly responds by making my coffee. Even with my “horrible” pronunciation and “so American” accent–as I’ve been told in YouTube comments =) But none of that matters...
Mar 22, 2017•7 min
Get the Word List for this video here: https://spanishdude.com/quickies/prepositions-with-verbs/?podcast .
Jul 13, 2016•15 min
Get the Free Practice Worksheets here: https://spanishdude.com/quickies/por-para/
Jun 15, 2016•20 min
All the links mentioned in this video can be found here: https://spanishdude.com/quickies/prepositions-work-spanish/
May 11, 2016•16 min
Hola! This is a brand-new video. I’ve been meaning to make this one for a while. The Puzzle Strategy is the best strategy I’ve got for improving your Spanish fast. With The Puzzle Strategy, not only will you learn new words and grammar–and see how real Spanish sentences are formed… But when you do The Puzzle Strategy, you’ll identify specifically what you need to work on. However, The Puzzle Strategy isn’t for the faint of heart. If you’re a beginner, it might make you cry. If you’re intermediat...
Apr 27, 2016•22 min
Reflexive verbs are a little weird in Spanish. Not hard. Just weird. Do you even know what reflexive verbs are? Yeah, neither did I. We just don’t use them that much in English. And that’s the problem. Most Spanish courses and books don’t specifically compare what happens in Spanish to what happens in English. But that’s how we learn–CONTEXT! (how does this fit with everything I already know?) So the goal of this video is simple: show you what reflexive verbs are, and how and when to use them in...
Mar 25, 2016•10 min
I either didn’t learn or don’t remember this from school (as humans, we often block out traumatic events): Indirect object pronouns. As opposed to direct object pronouns. But when I started learning Spanish, I noticed right away–the pronouns were really confusing! One problem is… What is a direct object? What is an indirect object? Then another problem is… In English, direct object pronouns are the same as indirect object pronouns. In Spanish, they’re not. So in this video, I’ll show you: 1) Wha...
Mar 24, 2016•8 min
Verb conjugation is an attention hog. Rarely do I have a conversation about learning Spanish without verb conjugation coming up. And with good reason. It’s not easy. Lots of tenses. So many patterns. Plus all those exceptions. But lurking in the shadows… perhaps even more confusing… are the pronouns! Me mi mí. Tú tu te ti. Él, lo, le. OMG!!!! The good news is, just like with verb conjugation, once you focus on ONE type of pronoun at a time, it’s really not that hard. It’s just confusing when you...
Mar 23, 2016•9 min
I recently heard a story of a French girl arguing with a Canadian guy about the meaning of “radical” for over an hour. But both their definitions were basically the same–just a little nuanced difference. Hahahahaha. They just don’t get it. That’s not how words work. The different uses of “radical” should be a fun, interesting conversation. Not a right/wrong debate or argument. Words don’t have set definitions. They stand for general ideas. It’s context that gives them their specific meanings. Th...
Feb 17, 2016•15 min
Something different today… It’s different. And intense. Perhaps a little long. I’m pretty sure, it’s the most ADVANCED video I’ve made so far. But it’s important. Really important. For sure, you’ll learn a bunch of new words in this video. Or get to know words you already know, better. But more importantly, you’ll be practicing a vital, new skill. A skill you’ll need in real life if you want to understand Spanish when you read it, or when other people speak it… Watch this video to get the most o...
Feb 10, 2016•19 min
I like to talk fast. Maybe that’s why I don’t breathe or blink in my videos? It frustrates me when my mouth can’t keep up with my mind. I need to calm down. I’m working on that. But that doesn’t happen to me nearly as much in Spanish… for a couple reasons: #1 — My mind doesn’t work as fast in Spanish as it does in English =) #2 — We can often say stuff in Spanish with fewer words than in English. We’ve seen this before with subject pronouns: “We sleep” is “nosotros dormimos” or just “dormimos”–w...
Jan 27, 2016•14 min
If you spend just 15 minutes watching this video and perusing the Word List, you’ll know 50 words you didn’t know before. Fifty good, usable words! There are way more than 50 words that follow this pattern. I just picked out 50 of the most common ones. Watch the video. Use the words. It’s that simple. Get the free resources and all other links mentioned in this episode here: https://spanishdude.com/quickies/cognates-ic-ico/?podcast
Jan 21, 2016•10 min
This Spanish Quickie covers another cognate group. Which means more free words! Remember, cognates are free words because they’re basically the same in both English and Spanish. Just knowing these words exist, really is way more than half the battle. They’re a good investment of your time, is my point. Watch the video. Peruse the Word List. Then get out there… and speak some Spanish! The resources for this episode are located here: https://spanishdude.com/quickies/cognates-ate-ar/...
Jan 13, 2016•9 min
And we’re back! Spanish Quickies, Season 3 starts… NOW! — Since the start of Gringo Español two years ago, we’ve mainly been focusing on grammar. But to use grammar, you need words. So for the next few videos, we’re going to focus on building up your vocabulary. But what words to learn? I say, learn words that are really easy to learn OR really common. And no words are easier to learn than cognates. Cognates are words that are the same in both English and Spanish. And when I say they’re the same...
Jan 08, 2016•14 min
This might sound weird, but we have no idea how words work. And this fact (our ignorance) causes a lot of problems when learning Spanish. At least it did/does for me. Have you ever had a problem with “saber” and “conocer”? Confused them with each other? They both supposedly mean “to know”. But that’s what I’m talking about! “Saber” and “conocer” DON’T both mean “to know”. Watch this video. When it’s done, you’ll know what I’m talking about. You’ll learn how words actually work in REAL LIFE. And ...
Sep 16, 2015•12 min
In this video we continue with TRAVEL SPANISH. For me, traveling wouldn’t be nearly as much fun if the different countries didn’t have different foods. The food is one of the best parts for sure. In this video, we’re going to Order Food in Spanish! Another video you should watch: The Bare Minimum Method: Learn Spanish Like Kids Learn Greetings & Being Polite, Part 1 Greetings & Being Polite, Part 2 Ask Directions in Spanish The Bus & Train Station in Spanish Free Bonus Video: Mistake...
Sep 04, 2015•13 min
In this video, we continue with the travel Spanish tricks. This time, at the bus and train station in Spain. You’ll learn 5 steps for handling all public transportation when you travel. And we’ll go over Step #1 in depth, with video examples from Spain. Another video you should watch: Learn Spanish Like Kids Learn – The Bare Minimum Method Ask Directions in Spanish...
Sep 01, 2015•11 min
In this video, not only will you hear how Gringo Español started, but you’ll SEE how to ask directions to any spot in the world with just three questions, made of seven simple words. This video features real video clips from Spain. Another video you should watch: Learn Spanish Like Kids Learn – The Bare Minimum Method
Aug 21, 2015•13 min
In this video you’ll get three steps to learning Spanish like a kid learns Spanish. When you’re done with this video, you’ll literally be ready to speak Spanish today! No exaggeration. Another video you should watch: Beginner Spanish Fact: Pronunciation Doesn’t Matter
Aug 13, 2015•11 min
Watch this last video comparing the preterite tense and the imperfect tense. You’ll see quotes from Orange is the New Black to see how to use the two past tenses when things aren’t so clear! Related Videos: Preterite Vs. Imperfect, Rule of Thumb Regular, Preterite AR Conjugation Regular, Preterite ER & IR Conjugation Imperfect AR Conjugation Regular, Imperfect ER/IR Conjugation Preterite Vs. Imperfect, Life Lessons...
Jul 09, 2015•8 min
In this video, we use Orange is the New Black quotes to learn when to use the preterite tense and when to use the imperfect tense. Related Videos: Preterite Vs. Imperfect, Rule of Thumb Regular, Preterite AR Conjugation Regular, Preterite ER & IR Conjugation Imperfect AR Conjugation Regular, Imperfect ER/IR Conjugation...
Jul 05, 2015•19 min
This is the last past tense conjugation video. Watch this week’s video not only to learn imperfect ER/IR conjugation, but also so you can get the most out of the next video, where I’ll show you quotes from Orange is the New Black–how the past tense is used in real life. Related Videos: Preterite Vs. Imperfect, The Spanish Past Tense Regular, Preterite AR Conjugation Regular, Preterite ER & IR Conjugation Imperfect AR Conjugation...
Jun 25, 2015•9 min
The past tense in Spanish can be tricky. But if you break it into the smallest parts possible, each individual part, really isn’t that hard. That’s what we’ve been doing, and continue to do in this video. After you know the preterite conjugations, it’s time to learn the imperfect conjugations. Starting with AR verbs. Related Videos: Put Your Pronouns In, Take Your Pronouns Out Preterite Vs. Imperfect, The Spanish Past Tense Regular, Preterite AR Conjugation Regular, Preterite ER & IR Conjuga...
Jun 18, 2015•11 min
This video should be watched after the video on regular, preterite AR verbs. If you don’t know the conjugations from that video, this one will be more confusing than it needs to be. But if you do know those conjugations well, this video (regular, preterite er/ir verbs) won’t be hard at all. CLICK HERE FOR YOUR FREE PRACTICE RESOURCES Related Videos: The Infinitive & Conjugation The Flashcard Strategy The Conjugation Strategy Preterite Vs. Imperfect, The Spanish Past Tense Regular, Preterite ...
May 05, 2015•9 min
In this video, we begin the journey that is past tense conjugation. Learning it all together is impossible. It’s best to break it down into small groups and learn one conjugation pattern at a time. Starting with this video, the regular, preterite AR conjugations. CLICK HERE FOR YOUR FREE PRACTICE RESOURCES Related Videos: The Infinitive & Conjugation The Flashcard Strategy The Conjugation Strategy Preterite Vs. Imperfect, The Spanish Past Tense Regular, Preterite ER/IR Conjugation Imperfect ...
May 05, 2015•9 min
This is the first past tense video I’ve created on this site. The past tense is a bit tricky for us English speakers because there are two past tenses–each with a full conjugation. This video is a big picture, aerial view of what’s going on, how it’s different than what we do in English, and why it gives us such troubles. Related Videos: Regular, Preterite AR Conjugation Regular, Preterite ER/IR Conjugation Imperfect AR Conjugation Regular, Imperfect ER/IR Conjugation...
Apr 15, 2015•8 min
This video is the continuation of my dinner in Merida, in Mexico. This features actual video of footage of all my interactions that night. This video gives you the chance to practice your Spanish listening skills (comprehension). And you get to see how Spanish is used in REAL LIFE. Free Practice Resources: Raw Video From Mexico Spanish Transcript English Transcript Related Videos: Antojitos #1 (Food in Mexico) Antojitos #2 (Food in Mexico) Eat Dinner in Merida, Part 1 The Song Strategy More Comp...
Mar 01, 2015•17 min
The Flashcard Strategy is used to memorize new vocabulary words. The Conjugation Strategy is for learning all the different conjugations of verbs. In this video, present The Song Strategy. One of the best ways to practice Spanish COMPREHENSION. Free Practice Resources: Raw Video From Mexico Spanish Transcript English Transcript Related Videos: Antojitos #1 (Food in Mexico) Antojitos #2 (Food in Mexico) 3 Ways to Use Llevar...
Feb 15, 2015•18 min
The Flashcard Strategy is used to memorize new vocabulary words. The Conjugation Strategy is for learning all the different conjugations of verbs. In this video, I present The Song Strategy. One of the best ways to practice Spanish COMPREHENSION. Some of my favorite songs for The Song Strategy: Sorry about the YouTube ads. I always turn off the ads on my videos, but I can’t control other people’s videos. Jarabe de Palo (Spain) Grita: Video Lyrics Hay Dos Días En La Vida: Video Lyrics Agua: Video...
Feb 15, 2015•10 min
In this video, you’ll learn about four more “antojitos”–Mexican snacks (for lack of a better term). This Spanish Tidbit (and the last one too) is required viewing for this Spanish Quickie: Eating in Merida, Part #1 . So make sure you watch this video in order to better understand (and fully appreciate) that Spanish Quickie. In that video, I filmed myself eating dinner in Mexico. So you’ll get to see and hear exactly what I saw and heard. I break the dialogue into small parts and analyze every wo...
Feb 03, 2015•4 min
