Grammar guides Spanish
Clear explanations of the grammar points learners find hardest, with examples and common mistakes.
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Ser vs estar: when to use each
How ser and estar both mean 'to be' in Spanish, when to use each one, and the mistakes learners make most often.
B1Por vs para: a practical guide
How to choose between por and para in Spanish, with the main uses of each, clear examples and the mistakes learners make.
B1Preterite vs imperfect: past tenses explained
When to use the Spanish preterite and the imperfect, with clear rules, side-by-side examples and common mistakes.
B2The subjunctive: common triggers
The most common Spanish subjunctive triggers: wishes, emotions, doubt, recommendations and purpose, with examples and mistakes.
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