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Learn Spanish and Catalan with Dime!
With our Blog you will learn more about Spanish and you will get to know the city of Barcelona better. We will show you a little more about who we are and who our students are. To make it easier to navigate through the posts, we have organized all the information into these categories:
- Barcelona: what to do and see in the city
- Dime: everything about the school, day-to-day life, courses, offers, etc.
- Spanish and Catalan culture: discover Spanish culture through its literature, cinema, traditions, festivals, gastronomy, etc.
- Spanish language: useful explanations and examples to better understand the Spanish language.
- Dime People: get to know Dime community, our students, their stories and project.
Every Friday we speak Spanish: Sign up for our conversation classes!
Every Friday morning, our students participate in our conversation classes. We have three groups at different levels available. If you're interested, send us an email at info@dimebarcelona.com. We’ll assess your level with a free test and recommend the best group for you.
This Friday Culture Class: Introduction to Catalan
This Friday's culture class is dedicated to Catalan. The session will help you understand the differences between Spanish and Catalan and provide you with the basics to understand common Catalan phrases and expressions. It will be very useful for your daily life in Barcelona!
Last Friday’s culture class on the History of Barcelona
During the one-hour session, our teacher, Cristina Ruiz Gallardo, reviewed the key historical moments of the city: from its Roman origins and Visigothic rule, through the Islamic conquest and union with Aragon, to the times of industrialization and the Modernist period. The class was a great success!
Winter vocabulary in Spanish
Winter is the season when we spend the most time at home or indoors. The lower temperatures, rain, wind, and even the occasional snowfall mean that we have to bundle up more, and of course, we need specific vocabulary to enjoy winter with ease. Here are 50 words that will help you with this task.
Our extensive Spanish course at the A2 Plus level
On Monday and Wednesday mornings, we have an extensive intermediate-level course (A2 plus) with a wonderful group of students who are highly committed to their learning, very communicative, and willing to challenge themselves to improve their Spanish. Teaching and guiding them in their learning journey is truly a privilege!
The Santa Eulàlia’s celebrations
The Santa Eulàlia’s celebrations celebrate one of Barcelona’s patron saints and take place every year during the first half of February. These highly symbolic festivities honor the strength and courage of a young girl who, at just 13 years old, was martyred to death for defending her faith, becoming a legend that remains deeply present in the heart of Barcelona.
Culture Classes: History of Barcelona
Do you know where the name "Barcelona" comes from? Do you know where the medieval wall that once surrounded what is now the city center stood? Why is Barcelona known as the "City of Counts"? If you want to learn all this and much more about our beautiful city, don’t miss our culture class on the history of Barcelona!
This Friday: Cultural Class about Spanish Gastronomy
At Dime Spanish School, we do not only have regular Spanish courses, we go beyond language learning by organizing cultural lessons that not only help students immerse themselves in the rich traditions of Spain but also improve their Spanish skills in a fun and engaging way. Our next exciting cultural class will be all about Spanish gastronomy!
Choose your activity to practise your Spanish!
Our school notice board is buzzing with updates this month! We’re thrilled to present a variety of activities designed to help you improve your Spanish this trimester. Whether you're looking to enhance your fluency, explore Spanish culture, or connect with others, we’ve got something for everyone!
Spanish Shopping Vocabulary for Sales
January arrives, and with it, the winter sales in Spain. It's the perfect time to refresh your wardrobe, buy those sports shoes that were too expensive during the season, or take advantage of the bargains some stores offer to clear out their stock. How about practicing your Spanish to make the most of it? We provide you with the basic vocabulary so you won't miss out on any great deals.
New Spanish Course for Beginners starting January 27th, 2025
On January 27th, we are starting a new Spanish course for beginners. The course is designed for absolute beginners (A1 level). If you’ve just moved to Barcelona and don’t know the language yet, or if you’re planning to move to the city in the coming weeks, this is your chance! Learn Spanish with us this January!
The Tradition of the Three Wise Men
The tradition of the Three Wise Men travels the world, leaving gifts for children on the night of January 5th, making the 6th the most magical day of the year. Let's explore its origins and how the final celebration of the Spanish Christmas season is observed. Will you join us?
