In this fun Spanish lesson, we help you understand the real meaning of the Gustar verb and why it does not mean ‘to like’ as many people think. This is really what causes the problem!

Come and find out so much more about the Gustar verb and how it really works in Spanish.

Join us and make your Spanish really great!

Gordon y Cynthia:)

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Reaching the intermediate level in Spanish is where the language truly starts to open up. At this stage you are no longer memorising isolated phrases — you are communicating ideas, opinions, humour and personality. You can follow conversations, understand the main point of films and podcasts, and express yourself beyond survival situations. This is the moment learners stop studying Spanish and start using Spanish.

Intermediate Spanish builds the bridge between classroom knowledge and real-world fluency. You learn to manage past and future time naturally, connect thoughts with linking words, and understand native speakers even when they speak at normal speed. Instead of translating in your head, your brain begins to process meaning directly. Confidence increases quickly because you can now participate in conversations rather than just respond.

The cognitive benefits are substantial. Learning another language strengthens memory, improves concentration, and enhances problem-solving ability. Studies consistently show bilingual adults develop stronger mental flexibility and delay cognitive decline later in life. Your brain literally becomes better at handling complexity. You also develop a sharper awareness of your own language — grammar, nuance and tone become clearer because you now see communication from two systems rather than one.

There are professional advantages as well. Spanish is one of the most widely spoken languages in the world, opening opportunities in business, travel, education and international collaboration. Employers value intermediate learners because they can function independently: writing emails, handling clients and navigating real situations without supervision.

But perhaps the most powerful benefit is cultural. Language changes how you perceive people. You stop seeing a translation of reality and start experiencing reality from another perspective. Humour makes sense. Expressions feel natural. Conversations become relationships instead of transactions.

Intermediate Spanish is the turning point where effort transforms into freedom. You gain access not only to a new language, but to a new way of thinking — and that skill stays with you for life.

The Gustar verb that means so much!

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In this fun Spanish lesson, we help you understand the importantísimo role that Tener has in Spoken Spanish. Tener, the Spanish verb that is used from a beginner level is something that you ‘have to’ understand and use in just about every interaction.

So, find out more about this Spanish verb you have to have.

Join us and make your Spanish really great!

Gordon y Cynthia:)

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All of our FREE podcasts can be found on Spotify now:

Beginners HERE

Early Intermediate HERE

Advanced Intermediate HERE

Advanced HERE

Be sure to check out our other Spanish student videocasts here.

Un saludo,

Gordon y Cynthia:)

Reaching the intermediate level in Spanish is where the language truly starts to open up. At this stage you are no longer memorising isolated phrases — you are communicating ideas, opinions, humour and personality. You can follow conversations, understand the main point of films and podcasts, and express yourself beyond survival situations. This is the moment learners stop studying Spanish and start using Spanish.

Intermediate Spanish builds the bridge between classroom knowledge and real-world fluency. You learn to manage past and future time naturally, connect thoughts with linking words, and understand native speakers even when they speak at normal speed. Instead of translating in your head, your brain begins to process meaning directly. Confidence increases quickly because you can now participate in conversations rather than just respond.

The cognitive benefits are substantial. Learning another language strengthens memory, improves concentration, and enhances problem-solving ability. Studies consistently show bilingual adults develop stronger mental flexibility and delay cognitive decline later in life. Your brain literally becomes better at handling complexity. You also develop a sharper awareness of your own language — grammar, nuance and tone become clearer because you now see communication from two systems rather than one.

There are professional advantages as well. Spanish is one of the most widely spoken languages in the world, opening opportunities in business, travel, education and international collaboration. Employers value intermediate learners because they can function independently: writing emails, handling clients and navigating real situations without supervision.

But perhaps the most powerful benefit is cultural. Language changes how you perceive people. You stop seeing a translation of reality and start experiencing reality from another perspective. Humour makes sense. Expressions feel natural. Conversations become relationships instead of transactions.

Intermediate Spanish is the turning point where effort transforms into freedom. You gain access not only to a new language, but to a new way of thinking — and that skill stays with you for life.

The Spanish verb that means so much!

160+ free podcasts & lessons, each with a comprehensive helpsheet to guide your learning.

A growing range of acclaimed workbooks explaining Spanish grammar clearly and simply.

Week-long immersion near Madrid to boost your confidence — Socios get €50 off.

Have a free, no-obligation chat with Ana and explore how to take your Spanish further.

Hundreds of free diaries where Gordon talks about Spain, life, and everything else.

Cynthia shares her view on life in Spain and in general through video diaries.

Browse hundreds of videos on YouTube. Any questions? Write to us anytime.

Download our free iOS & Android app and access lessons on the go.

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In this fun Spanish lesson, we walk you through the way that we use Spanish Reflexive verbs and what their role is.

Don’t miss Gordon’s little ditty about the fact that AR verbs have an @rse on the end!

Join us and make your Spanish really great and get a handle on Spanish reflexive verbs!

Gordon y Cynthia:)

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Find tons of Spanish resources. Browse our Store HERE.

Get your Helpsheets that complement our free Videocasts HERE.

Get your Beginners Verb Conjugating course HERE.

All of our FREE podcasts can be found on Spotify now:

Beginners HERE

Early Intermediate HERE

Advanced Intermediate HERE

Advanced HERE

Be sure to check out our other Spanish student videocasts here.

Un saludo,

Gordon y Cynthia:)

Reaching the intermediate level in Spanish is where the language truly starts to open up. At this stage you are no longer memorising isolated phrases — you are communicating ideas, opinions, humour and personality. You can follow conversations, understand the main point of films and podcasts, and express yourself beyond survival situations. This is the moment learners stop studying Spanish and start using Spanish.

Intermediate Spanish builds the bridge between classroom knowledge and real-world fluency. You learn to manage past and future time naturally, connect thoughts with linking words, and understand native speakers even when they speak at normal speed. Instead of translating in your head, your brain begins to process meaning directly. Confidence increases quickly because you can now participate in conversations rather than just respond.

The cognitive benefits are substantial. Learning another language strengthens memory, improves concentration, and enhances problem-solving ability. Studies consistently show bilingual adults develop stronger mental flexibility and delay cognitive decline later in life. Your brain literally becomes better at handling complexity. You also develop a sharper awareness of your own language — grammar, nuance and tone become clearer because you now see communication from two systems rather than one.

There are professional advantages as well. Spanish is one of the most widely spoken languages in the world, opening opportunities in business, travel, education and international collaboration. Employers value intermediate learners because they can function independently: writing emails, handling clients and navigating real situations without supervision.

But perhaps the most powerful benefit is cultural. Language changes how you perceive people. You stop seeing a translation of reality and start experiencing reality from another perspective. Humour makes sense. Expressions feel natural. Conversations become relationships instead of transactions.

Intermediate Spanish is the turning point where effort transforms into freedom. You gain access not only to a new language, but to a new way of thinking — and that skill stays with you for life.

160+ free podcasts & lessons, each with a comprehensive helpsheet to guide your learning.

A growing range of acclaimed workbooks explaining Spanish grammar clearly and simply.

Week-long immersion near Madrid to boost your confidence — Socios get €50 off.

Have a free, no-obligation chat with Ana and explore how to take your Spanish further.

Hundreds of free diaries where Gordon talks about Spain, life, and everything else.

Cynthia shares her view on life in Spain and in general through video diaries.

Browse hundreds of videos on YouTube. Any questions? Write to us anytime.

Download our free iOS & Android app and access lessons on the go.

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In this fun Spanish lesson we guide you through the act of buying goods in Spain with just two Spanish verbs.

Yes, we know that it’s hard to believe that just two Spanish verbs can get you anything that you want, but it’s true.

Join us to find out how!

Gordon y Cynthia:)

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All of our FREE podcasts can be found on Spotify now:

Beginners HERE

Early Intermediate HERE

Advanced Intermediate HERE

Advanced HERE

Be sure to check out our other Spanish student videocasts here.

Un saludo,

Gordon y Cynthia:)

160+ free podcasts & lessons, each with a comprehensive helpsheet to guide your learning.

A growing range of acclaimed workbooks explaining Spanish grammar clearly and simply.

Week-long immersion near Madrid to boost your confidence — Socios get €50 off.

Have a free, no-obligation chat with Ana and explore how to take your Spanish further.

Hundreds of free diaries where Gordon talks about Spain, life, and everything else.

Cynthia shares her view on life in Spain and in general through video diaries.

Browse hundreds of videos on YouTube. Any questions? Write to us anytime.

Download our free iOS & Android app and access lessons on the go.

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What do you do when they start talking to you in Spanish? In this fun Spanish lesson we guide you through receiving directions in Spain and what to expect to hear.

The first thing to remember when they are talking to you in Spanish is not to panic!

Join us to build your receiving directions in Spain vocabulary!

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Take a look at Cynthia’s Book Club HERE

Join our Telegram group here:

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Join us and Support this channel and have the chance to join our live classes HERE:

Find tons of Spanish resources. Browse our Store HERE.

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All of our FREE podcasts can be found on Spotify now:

Beginners HERE

Early Intermediate HERE

Advanced Intermediate HERE

Advanced HERE

Be sure to check out our other Spanish student videocasts here.

Un saludo,

Gordon y Cynthia:)

160+ free podcasts & lessons, each with a comprehensive helpsheet to guide your learning.

A growing range of acclaimed workbooks explaining Spanish grammar clearly and simply.

Week-long immersion near Madrid to boost your confidence — Socios get €50 off.

Have a free, no-obligation chat with Ana and explore how to take your Spanish further.

Hundreds of free diaries where Gordon talks about Spain, life, and everything else.

Cynthia shares her view on life in Spain and in general through video diaries.

Browse hundreds of videos on YouTube. Any questions? Write to us anytime.

Download our free iOS & Android app and access lessons on the go.

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In this fun Spanish lesson we guide you through asking directions in Spain.

What do you say when you stop someone?

Join us to build your asking directions in Spain vocabulary!

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Join us and Support this channel and have the chance to join our live classes HERE:

Find tons of Spanish resources. Browse our Store HERE.

Get your Helpsheets that complement our free Videocasts HERE.

Get your Beginners Verb Conjugating course HERE.

All of our FREE podcasts can be found on Spotify now:

Beginners HERE

Early Intermediate HERE

Advanced Intermediate HERE

Advanced HERE

Be sure to check out our other Spanish student videocasts here.

Un saludo,

Gordon y Cynthia:)

160+ free podcasts & lessons, each with a comprehensive helpsheet to guide your learning.

A growing range of acclaimed workbooks explaining Spanish grammar clearly and simply.

Week-long immersion near Madrid to boost your confidence — Socios get €50 off.

Have a free, no-obligation chat with Ana and explore how to take your Spanish further.

Hundreds of free diaries where Gordon talks about Spain, life, and everything else.

Cynthia shares her view on life in Spain and in general through video diaries.

Browse hundreds of videos on YouTube. Any questions? Write to us anytime.

Download our free iOS & Android app and access lessons on the go.

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In this fascinating Spanish lesson we help you with some key Spanish restaurant vocabulary.

What do you say when you walk into a restaurant in Spain?

Join us to brush up on your vital Spanish restaurant vocabulary.

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If you would like to join SER SOCIO freely and receive two lessons a week from Gordon and Cynthia of LightSpeed Spanish, just click HERE.

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Find tons of Spanish resources. Browse our Store HERE.

Get your Helpsheets that complement our free Videocasts HERE.

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All of our FREE podcasts can be found on Spotify now:

Beginners HERE

Early Intermediate HERE

Advanced Intermediate HERE

Advanced HERE

Be sure to check out our other Spanish student videocasts here.

Un saludo,

Gordon y Cynthia:)

160+ free podcasts & lessons, each with a comprehensive helpsheet to guide your learning.

A growing range of acclaimed workbooks explaining Spanish grammar clearly and simply.

Week-long immersion near Madrid to boost your confidence — Socios get €50 off.

Have a free, no-obligation chat with Ana and explore how to take your Spanish further.

Hundreds of free diaries where Gordon talks about Spain, life, and everything else.

Cynthia shares her view on life in Spain and in general through video diaries.

Browse hundreds of videos on YouTube. Any questions? Write to us anytime.

Download our free iOS & Android app and access lessons on the go.

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In this fascinating Spanish lesson we help you with the Must Know Spanish bar vocabulary.

Ordering drinks in Spain is not the same as in other Spanish speaking countries, so be sure to watch this lesson.

Join us to brush up on your vital Spanish bar vocabulary.

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If you would like to join SER SOCIO freely and receive two lessons a week from Gordon and Cynthia of LightSpeed Spanish, just click HERE.

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Take a look at Cynthia’s Book Club HERE

Join our Telegram group here:

Nuestro canal.

Join us and Support this channel and have the chance to join our live classes HERE:

Find tons of Spanish resources. Browse our Store HERE.

Get your Helpsheets that complement our free Videocasts HERE.

Get your Beginners Verb Conjugating course HERE.

All of our FREE podcasts can be found on Spotify now:

Beginners HERE

Early Intermediate HERE

Advanced Intermediate HERE

Advanced HERE

Be sure to check out our other Spanish student videocasts here.

Un saludo,

Gordon y Cynthia:)

160+ free podcasts & lessons, each with a comprehensive helpsheet to guide your learning.

A growing range of acclaimed workbooks explaining Spanish grammar clearly and simply.

Week-long immersion near Madrid to boost your confidence — Socios get €50 off.

Have a free, no-obligation chat with Ana and explore how to take your Spanish further.

Hundreds of free diaries where Gordon talks about Spain, life, and everything else.

Cynthia shares her view on life in Spain and in general through video diaries.

Browse hundreds of videos on YouTube. Any questions? Write to us anytime.

Download our free iOS & Android app and access lessons on the go.

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In this fun Spanish lesson we help you master the Spanish Present Perfect in a clear and concise Spanish lesson with examples and explanations.

Come and join us and really get your Spanish going as well as helping yourself to master the Spanish Present Perfect!

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If you would like to join SER SOCIO freely and receive two lessons a week from Gordon and Cynthia of LightSpeed Spanish, just click HERE.

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Take a look at Cynthia’s Book Club HERE

Join our Telegram group here:

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Join us and Support this channel and have the chance to join our live classes HERE:

Find tons of Spanish resources. Browse our Store HERE.

Get your Helpsheets that complement our free Videocasts HERE.

Get your Beginners Verb Conjugating course HERE.

All of our FREE podcasts can be found on Spotify now:

Beginners HERE

Early Intermediate HERE

Advanced Intermediate HERE

Advanced HERE

Be sure to check out our other Spanish student videocasts here.

Un saludo,

Gordon y Cynthia:)

160+ free podcasts & lessons, each with a comprehensive helpsheet to guide your learning.

A growing range of acclaimed workbooks explaining Spanish grammar clearly and simply.

Week-long immersion near Madrid to boost your confidence — Socios get €50 off.

Have a free, no-obligation chat with Ana and explore how to take your Spanish further.

Hundreds of free diaries where Gordon talks about Spain, life, and everything else.

Cynthia shares her view on life in Spain and in general through video diaries.

Browse hundreds of videos on YouTube. Any questions? Write to us anytime.

Download our free iOS & Android app and access lessons on the go.

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This week we give you a great Spanish Past Tense Test to really check your understanding of how to talk in the past in Spanish.

Come and join us and take this Spanish Past Tense Test which is set at A2-B1 level just for you.

Want to improve your Spanish Past? aCheck out our Hardback, Kindle and Audio Book Range HERE.

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Un saludo,

Gordon y Cynthia:)

160+ free podcasts & lessons, each with a comprehensive helpsheet to guide your learning.

A growing range of acclaimed workbooks explaining Spanish grammar clearly and simply.

Week-long immersion near Madrid to boost your confidence — Socios get €50 off.

Have a free, no-obligation chat with Ana and explore how to take your Spanish further.

Hundreds of free diaries where Gordon talks about Spain, life, and everything else.

Cynthia shares her view on life in Spain and in general through video diaries.

Browse hundreds of videos on YouTube. Any questions? Write to us anytime.

Download our free iOS & Android app and access lessons on the go.

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