For those of you who think you only speak English, think again! You're probably speaking some Spanish and don't even know it! There are many words in that we use everyday that we've borrowed from the Spanish language. Here are some examples of words that aren't easily lost in translation:
piña colada = pineapple + strained
burrito = little donkey
Buena Vista = good view
Santa Cruz = holy cross
corral = pen
arroyo = stream
aficionado = fan
patio = inner courtyard
plaza = public square
chili = chilli
tomato = tomato
This is a small snippet of everyday words that you're borrowing from Spanish. Let this be a sign of encouragement to sign up for our Spanish classes. You're practically halfway there!
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