Alison Maciejewski Cortez is Chilean-American, born and raised in California. She studied abroad in Spain, has lived in multiple countries, and now calls Mexico home. She believes that learning how to order a beer in a new language reveals a lot about local culture. Alison speaks English, Spanish, and Thai fluently and studies Czech and Turkish. Her tech copywriting business takes her around the world and she is excited to share language tips as part of the Lingoda team. Follow her culinary and cultural experiences on X.
Jan 30, 2024
Learning the difference between the words también vs. tampoco (also vs. neither) and how to use them is an essential...
Jan 25, 2024
Ir vs. irse… This is one of those topics that can cause confusion among beginners when they start learning Spanish....
Dec 01, 2023
If you’re starting to learn Spanish, there may come a point where you ask yourself: Are there contractions in Spanish?...
Dec 01, 2023
Some of the best things that come from the interaction between Spanish and English-speaking communities are the countless Spanglish pop...
Dec 01, 2023
Fluency in Spanish (or any other foreign language) means knowing how to get your thoughts across quickly and efficiently. Learning...
Dec 01, 2023
One of the beautiful things about language is that we can enrich it with nuance. Spanish diminutives are a great...
Nov 15, 2023
Are you looking for Spanish-language movies on Hulu to help you watch your way to Spanish fluency? You’re not the...
Nov 13, 2023
In many Spanish-speaking countries, the festive spirit of the holiday season stretches into the early days of the New Year...
Nov 13, 2023
If you plan to visit or move to Ecuador, get ready to practice your best Ecuadorian Spanish. As you may...
Oct 31, 2023
Spanish card games are a great way to hang out with friends and practice your Spanish at the same time....
Oct 31, 2023
For any Spanish-language learner, mastering basic Spanish house vocabulary is a must. Whether you’re renting a vacation home or looking...
Oct 31, 2023
Though they are neighbors, there are profound cultural differences between the US and Mexico. These two North American countries share...