Spanish Language Learning Resources Online

Asturias isn’t known as the ‘real Spain’ for nothing.  If you’re planning a visit, or maybe even a move here, then you’d be well advised to brush up on your Spanish.  This is not the Costa del Sol where every waiter and shop assistant speaks excellent English.  On the other hand, it is an excellent place to practice your language skills – people are friendly and very patient with faltering Spanish speakers and always up for a vigorous mime show when all else fails!

Below are some online resources that I’ve collated that have proved invaluable in improving my Spanish.  Now you have no excuse not to practice  !A por ello!

Notes in Spanish Practice your listening & comprehension on this excellent site, with Spanish language podcasts for all levels plus accompanying worksheets. Don Quijote Language Schools Website Sign up for a free weekly lesson by email & access lots of resources online, like the verb conjugator Spanish Language and Culture Superb site that includes loads of grammar exercises, with auto-correction

Word Reference A free online dictionary for translation Spanish Language Learning on the BBC Website Includes audio-visual courses, games & news in Spanish Más Arriba an interactive workbook of introductory Spanish language exercises developed by Gary Aitken of Canada’s Trent University

Spanish National Radio and Television Official Website With programming schedules and ‘listen online’ facilities. Listening to Spanish radio is a GREAT way to improve your Spanish. Even if you can’t understand much at first, just getting used to the rhythms and cadences of speech is invaluable.