Useful links for students:
A great dictionary for single word Spanish-English or English-Spanish translation including useful grammatical and usage information (part of speech, gender, conjugations, special usages, etc.)
_____________________________________________________________________________ The official website for the Real Academia Española. Here you will find dictionaries, grammar information, updates on the Spanish language, and many other interesting resources like the "Nuevo tesoro lexicográfico." This digital dictionary archive can trace the origins and evolutions of any Spanish word over time, documenting its first textual and/or visual appearance as well as the changes in its meaning, usage, and spelling. _____________________________________________________________________________ "EL PAÍS: El periódico global" is a global online newspaper great for staying up to date with (or becoming informed about) headline news in Spain and other Spanish-speaking countries. The articles found here could also be helpful when conducting research. _____________________________________________________________________________ |
Extra Resources:
Some are just for fun, some open doors to amazing histories and cultures, some can help learn Spanish!
El Museo del Prado's website is full of information about its breathtaking artwork and their creators. There is a page on the website entitled "Pradomedia" that contains videos and interactive games detailing current exhibits, museum history, interviews, and educational presentations. Learn more about the art in the Prado and Spanish history through this interactive site. |
For basic, beginning language learners: Need a little extra help remembering vocabulary words? "Quizlet" lets you create flashcards and other activities or games to practice whatever, whenever, and wherever you like! Use "Quizlet" on your computer, tablet, or cell phone.* *Requires sign up online or download from the app store. |
El Corte Inglés is a large department store chain in Spain (and the biggest in Europe) with an extensive website that offers unique opportunities to practice grammar and vocabulary while perusing the supermarket pages or reading up on their products. Clicking the image to the left will bring you to El Corte Inglés's page of interactive catalogs that cover topics from fashion (men's and women's) to home goods. Enjoyable, real-life reading awaits those interested and motivated! |