Discovering and learning a new language is such fun, a new adventure to reckon. Spanish is one of the most widely used languages in the world. It is the second language of California, as a result of flocking of immigrants from Mexico in particular. Some of would be employers ask for bilinguals as requirements in employment. Everywhere, not a day passed that you won’t hear somebody speaking Spanish. Spanish is an interesting and rich language to learn considering the richness of its culture.
Spanish influenced dialects in the Philippines as a result of colonization for more than 300 years. Some of the Spanish words are being use in the day to day interaction with one another, such as numbers, cocina, lamesa, etc. Wouldn’t it be useful if we learn the language? It would be a handy with business dealings and traveling to Spanish speaking Countries. This world would be a better place if we understand each other a bit.
Think if you’re in a new place with a different dialect, and in an emergency situation. The person you’ve asked for help doesn’t comprehend a word you say and vice- versa. Think and think again….It is never too late to learn SPANISH.

Here are some of the tips to learn Spanish.

1. Be open in exploring the language. Make friends with bilingual speakers. Take notes of the sound they make, listen to the way they interact and associate it visually with the pictures and places around you. Show enthusiasm.
2. Learn and keep learning the basic. Start with numbers and the alphabets. You’ll not get anywhere without learning these basics. After the alphabets and numbers, follow it with simple words like saying hello, goodbye and the like. What’s the use in learning the basic if you don’t understand and internalize the meaning of it.
3. Keep on practicing and enjoy. Take the opportunity to interact often with native speakers or bilinguals. Travel with delight in Spanish speaking country if given the chance. I hope these few steps would help you in learning Spanish. English – Spanish
   Hi/Hello – Hola
   Good Day – Buenos Dias
   Good Evening – Buenos Tardes
   Good Night – Buenos Noches
   No – No
   Please – Por Favor
   Thank You – Gracias
   Excuse Me – Perdone
   Yes – Si
   What – Que