As some of you already know, as a fellow at the Guatemalan Academy of Language (a corresponding member of the Royal Spanish Academy), I had the opportunity to participate as a researcher and co-author of *El sabor chapín: Guatemalan Gastronomic Dictionary, Volume I: Savory Dishes*, published by the Guatemalan Academy of Language. This dictionary Read more
Today is a good day to remember that, according to the Spanish Spelling Guide, nouns and adjectives that are part of the names of holidays (of any kind) are capitalized. So the correct ways to wish someone a happy holiday today would be: Happy Day of Love, Happy Saint’s Day. Read more
We've set the date for the next writing workshop! We'll start on Wednesday, October 2, 2024. We'll meet on three Wednesdays from 6:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. (Guatemala time, GMT -6) via Google Meet. You'll have access to the recordings and all the materials until October 31. Read more
Do you want to do more than just learn the theory—do you want to practice and get your questions answered by an expert? This dynamic workshop is for you! All the sessions are hands-on and easy to understand. I’ll provide you with materials and various resources so you can keep practicing after the workshop. 🗓️ We start on Monday, the 23rd. Read more
Just as you requested, we’ve put together a dynamic and practical writing workshop. ✅ It includes interactive materials and easy-to-implement tools. 📝 We’ll cover the following topics: 🗓️ We start on Wednesday, August 7, 2024! 😱 What are you waiting for? 👌🏻 Sign up now and get an early-bird discount! ℹ️ More information here: Read more
By analogy with the pronouns “mí” and “sí,” we often see it accented; however, it should not be accented because it is a monosyllable and is not one of those words that carry a diacritical accent (⊗tí). “Ti” never carries an accent. #GetAGrammarCheckerInYourLife Read more here: https://www.rae.es/dpd/ti Image taken from Don Pardino: https://www.elprofesordonpardino.com/2023/06/ti.html
Do you want to do more than just learn the theory—do you want to practice and get your questions answered by an expert? This dynamic workshop is for you! All sessions are hands-on and easy to understand. I’ll provide you with materials and various resources so you can keep practicing after the workshop. Special price if you pay on the 18th. Read more
The Language Learning Center (CALUSAC), part of the School of Linguistic Sciences, celebrated its 48th anniversary on Saturday, April 27, 2024. Students, faculty, and staff came together for this celebration, which featured cultural and academic activities that strengthen this community. I had the privilege of participating and Read more
On November 28, 2023, the new update to the Dictionary of the Spanish Language (DLE), version 23.7, was released. One of the highlights is that it now includes synonyms and antonyms (though not for all entries), which will be very useful for those who consult the academic dictionary. Read more