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Spanish is a popular first foreign language because its pronunciation is fairly regular and beginners can start speaking quickly. Beginner Spanish courses typically cover greetings, numbers, ser versus estar, gender and agreement of nouns and adjectives, the present tense of regular and common irregular verbs, and everyday topics like food, family, directions and shopping.
Intermediate courses tackle the parts of Spanish grammar that take the longest to master: the preterite versus the imperfect, object pronouns, por versus para, reflexive verbs, the future and conditional, and the subjunctive mood in its many uses. Advanced courses build vocabulary for debate, work and culture, and train you to follow native-speed audio, films and podcasts.
Spanish varies between regions. Latin American courses usually use ustedes for all plural you forms and reflect Mexican, Colombian, Argentine or other accents, while courses based on Spain often teach vosotros and the Castilian pronunciation of c and z. Either is fine to learn; just pick the one that fits where and with whom you will use it.
Choosing an online Spanish course
- Decide whether you want Latin American or European Spanish, and check which the teacher uses.
- Look for lots of practice with verb conjugation, since tenses and the subjunctive are where most learners get stuck.
- Check that the course includes listening at natural speed, not only slow, scripted audio.
- If your goal is speaking, look for conversation prompts, role-plays and pronunciation drills in every module.
- Try the free preview lesson to make sure the explanations are in a language and at a pace you are comfortable with.
Questions about spanish
Should I learn Latin American or Spain Spanish?
Both are mutually understandable. Choose the variety you are most likely to hear, for example Latin American Spanish if you live in the Americas or work with Latin American colleagues, and European Spanish if you plan to live or travel in Spain.
When do Spanish courses teach the subjunctive?
Most courses introduce the present subjunctive at the intermediate level, after the main past tenses. Dedicated subjunctive courses exist for learners who understand the basics but want more practice with triggers and tenses.
Can I take a Spanish course for a specific job?
Yes. Some teachers offer Spanish for healthcare, customer service, construction, teaching or business, focused on the vocabulary and conversations those settings need.
Do I need any materials besides the course?
Usually not. Some teachers sell optional workbooks or flashcards as downloads, and a notebook for vocabulary and conjugation practice is always useful.