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Notes from the classroom
Honest, practical writing about learning Spanish — from someone who teaches it every day. No fluff, no generic listicles.
DELE7 min
How to pass DELE B2 (without losing a year of your life)
Three exam papers usually sink learners at B2: writing, listening and the speaking interview. Here is the playbook I use with every student.
12 April 2026 · Natalia
Grammar6 min
The Spanish subjunctive, explained without tears
Forget the rule lists. The subjunctive is one feeling: the speaker is not committing to "this is real". Once you see it, you cannot unsee it.
22 March 2026 · Natalia
Business4 min
7 phrases that will make your business emails sound native
Business Spanish is more formal than English. These seven phrases will instantly upgrade your emails — even at B1.
10 February 2026 · Natalia
Travel5 min
The 50-phrase survival kit for your first trip to Spain
You will not master Spanish before your trip. You do not need to. These fifty phrases will get you 80% of the way there.
18 January 2026 · Natalia