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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.
This summer... learn Spanish in Barcelona with our intensive course!
This July, learn Spanish in Barcelona with dynamic classes and small groups. We have 4 confirmed levels and cultural activities every Friday, both inside and outside the classroom. Start speaking from day one and experience the language to the fullest!
Sant Joan Festival in Catalonia
The festival of Sant Joan, known in Catalonia as la revetlla de Sant Joan, is celebrated on the night of June 23rd to 24th, marking the beginning of summer. The celebration is defined by several traditional elements: bonfires, fireworks, and of course, coca, the typical sweet you simply must try. Happy Sant Joan Festival! Bona revetlla de Sant Joan!
The first year of the Dime Spanish Literary Club has come to an end... and we'll be back in October!
The first year of the Dime Spanish Literary Club has come to an end, and it has been a fantastic experience, full of shared readings, learning, and great moments. Our participants have already reserved their spots for the next term. We’ll be back in October with new stories and lots of enthusiasm to keep enjoying Spanish through reading. See you then!
Summer vocabulary in Spanish
Summer is here, and there’s no place like Spain to enjoy a wonderful vacation. The sun, the beach, the mountains, the culture, the food… everything invites you to relax, disconnect from the routine, and fully enjoy many new and refreshing adventures. To make your experience even more complete, here are the 100 most common Spanish words for these summer months. Enjoy!
Learn Spanish with your family this summer in Barcelona
Nadjia and Lya have been choosing the city of Barcelona as their holiday destination for years, and this summer they once again trusted our school. We created a personalized lesson plan for them, and they were able to enjoy a fantastic holiday while learning Spanish. An unforgettable experience! Nadjia and Lia, see you next year! If you're interested in Spanish classes for your family this summer, Dime is your school!
Join our Intensive Catalan Course in July!
If you live in Barcelona and you already speak Spanish, it's time to get started in Catalan! We have designed a tailored and specific intensive course in which you will have the opportunity to be in class with students with the same profile and needs. You will have the chance to get rid of shyness and speak from the first day with fun and dynamic lessons.
June is here, and we're happily concluding our extended courses!
Throughout this time, our students have not only improved their Spanish. They’ve learned a lot, feel more confident communicating, and have grown both personally and linguistically. Studying at Dime has also meant meeting people from all over the world, discovering new cultures, and often, forming friendships that go far beyond the classroom.
5 Reasons to Choose Our Intensive Spanish Course for Beginners This Summer
Looking for the perfect way to learn Spanish while enjoying your summer in Barcelona? If you're a beginner and want to make the most of your holidays, our intensive A1-level Spanish classroom course is just what you need. Here are 5 reasons why this course is the best choice for you.
The Internship of the Students in the UB Master’s Program in Training Teachers of Spanish as a Foreign Language
Over the past three weeks, we’ve had the pleasure of opening our school to students from the UB Master’s Program in Training Teachers of Spanish as a Foreign Language. Two of the students chose our center to complete their practicum, observing around 25 hours of classes and delivering a teaching session. Find out what their experience was like!
Discover the Origins of Flamenco : join Culture Class Tomorrow!
Have you heard of flamenco? Tomorrow in our culture class, you'll discover the origins, evolution, and most popular styles of this passionate art form. Our teacher Cristina Ruiz, a flamenco dancer, will share her knowledge and experience in a unique session. Don’t miss it! Send us an email to reserve your spot.
In-person Intensive Spanish Course A1 Level in Barcelona this July
This summer, start speaking Spanish in Barcelona! Our intensive Spanish course for beginners is designed to help you learn quickly and naturally, in a communicative environment with small groups. It combines language immersion, academic quality, and cultural experiences in one of the most vibrant cities in Europe. If you want to start speaking Spanish naturally and in a short time, this is the course for you.
The 5 Most Hilarious False Friends Spanish- English
Spanish and English share many words that look very similar in form — so similar, in fact, that they can easily make us believe they mean the same thing in both languages. But that’s not the case. In fact, they often have quite different meanings. These are what we call false friends. In this entry, we’ve selected five of the funniest ones — their meanings are so different that, if you use them incorrectly, you’re sure to get a few laughs. Enjoy discovering these false friends, because learning Spanish is full of surprises… and a lot of fun!
