Posts By Rebecca Dossantos

Let’s Party! Common Spanish Phrases for Your Next Fiesta

Although language and culture can be a barrier between countries, there is one universal concept that transcends all differences: people love to party. Read More >>

Nonna Cures: Traditional Italian Folk Remedies for Colds and Flu

Rebecca Dossantos

Italian Home Remedies and Health Tips to Combat Influenza, Colds, and Other Everyday Ailments If there’s one thing that can throw a wrench in your daily activities, it’s getting sick. Read More >>

5 Dating Differences Between Americans and Europeans

Rebecca Dossantos

Deciphering Dating Culture: Europe vs America As the world gets smaller, more and more people are connecting across cultures. Interacting with people from various places has become commonplace in today's world. Read More >>

How to Write a Love Letter in Italian – 28 Ways to Say I Love You

Rebecca Dossantos

Express Yourself Romantically in the Most Romantic Language on the Planet! Read More >>

Must-Know Spanish Soccer Terms

Rebecca Dossantos

Essential Spanish Soccer Expressions and Vocabulary Real Madrid vs. Read More >>

Learn a New Language in 2020 and Reap the Benefits

Rebecca Dossantos

Advance Your Career, Boost Creativity, Slow Cognitive Aging or Improve Problem-Solving Skills. Read More >>

7 Language Learning Tips to Achieve Your New Year’s Resolution

Rebecca Dossantos

Is your New Year’s Resolution to learn a new language in 2020? Ah ... Read More >>

Africa’s “Little Italy” Christmas Celebration! Eritrean Italian

Rebecca Dossantos

Celebrate Christmas Twice in the African Country of Eritrea When people think of Africa, images of leaping antelope, arid deserts, vast savannahs, and rich cultures come to mind. Read More >>

Miami Slang – Beginner’s Guide to Cuban-American Spanglish

Rebecca Dossantos

Pero Like Supposably Hablamos Diferente… Have you ever heard the joke that when you go to Miami, you should take your passport because you are leaving the United States and entering Northern Cuba? Read More >>

Should I Learn Brazilian or European Portuguese? What’s the Difference?

Rebecca Dossantos

Many avid language learners are turning their interest to Portuguese because of its widespread influence and inherent similarity to Spanish. Read More >>

Latin Rock – Pimsleur’s Guide to Latin Music

Rebecca Dossantos

Welcome back to our series on exploring Latin culture and language through music. Read More >>

Spanish Texting Abbreviations and Slang

Rebecca Dossantos

A Quick and Easy Guide to Texting Abbreviations in Spanish! Read More >>

Bachata – Pimsleur’s Guide to Latin Music

Rebecca Dossantos

Welcome back to our series on exploring Latin culture and language through music! Read More >>

Christmas in Brazil: Learn Brazilian Holiday Traditions and Expressions

Rebecca Dossantos

Ever wondered how Christmas in Brazil is celebrated? Read More >>

Reggaeton – Pimsleur’s Guide to Latin Music

Rebecca Dossantos

We continue our Latin music series with a deep-dive into the origins of Reggaeton, what the Reggaeton Beat is, and where Reggaeton is heading! Read More >>

Salsa – Pimsleur’s Guide to Latin Music

Rebecca Dossantos

I’m sure you’ll agree that no matter where you are, Latin music is gaining speed on billboards everywhere. Read More >>