Category: This Vs That

Let's find out when to use para vs por in Spanish. Study basic grammar rules with online lessons. Read about how and when to use some important words and phrases.   What is the difference between Por and Para in Spanish? Note: “Por” and “para” have a variety of meanings and they are often confused because they can each be translated as “for” e.g. Gracias por el regalo - Thanks for the gift Este regalo es para mi abuela- This gift is for my grandmother   Note: “Por” has many uses, and so it is the more problematic of the two. Rule: to express gratitude or apology e.g.: Gracias por la ayuda. (Thanks for the help.)   Rule: for multiplication and division e.g.: tres por tres son nueve. (three times three equals nine.) Rule: for velocity, frequency, and proportion e.g.: Voy al cine dos veces por semana. (I go to the theater…

Let's find out what is the difference between pedir vs preguntar in Spanish. Study basic grammar rules with online lessons. Read about how and when to use some important words and phrases. When to use pedir vs preguntar in Spanish?. What is The difference between preguntar and pedir in Spanish? The verbs "pedir" and "preguntar".They both mean “to ask” but they are not interchangeable. e.g. pedir - to ask for, or request an object, service or favor Pide más tiempo. - He asks for more time Pedimos más frutas. - We ask for more fruits Sentences with the verb pedir in Spanish Es importante pedir permiso antes de abandonar el salón.-It is important to ask permission before leaving the room.Ella no supo pedir a su amigo que fuera sincero.-She didn't know how to ask her friend to…

Let's find out what is the difference between dónde vs adónde in Spanish. Study basic grammar rules with online lessons. Read about how and when to use some important words and phrases. When to use dónde vs adónde in Spanish?   What is the difference between Dónde and Adónde? Note: Basically the word "Dónde" and "Adónde" mean where. Dónde (Where)   Note: “Dónde” is used to define a location, that is, you use where when you want to know the location of a place, a person, or a thing. e.g. ¿Dónde es tu universidad? - Where is your university? ¿Dónde está la casa? - Where is the house? ¿Dónde está la pluma? - Where is the pencil? ¿Dónde está mi libro de matemáticas? - Where is my math book? ¿Dónde está Maria? - Where is Maria? ¿Dónde está tu casa? - Where is your…

Let's find out what is the difference between saber vs conocer in Spanish. Study basic grammar rules with online lessons. Read about how and when to use some important words and phrases.   Saber Vs Conocer | What do Saber and conocer mean in Spanish? Note: In Spanish, there are two verbs that express the idea “to know.” These two verbs are “saber” and “conocer.” The verb you choose depends upon the context in which it is used. These verbs are not interchangeable. What is conocer? First, the word to know comes from the Latin -cognoscere-, which is formed by the prefix -con- which means everything and the verb -gnoscere- which expresses to know. Therefore, knowledge refers to the action of obtaining information about a certain object or situation. In addition, it implies research to…

Let's find out what is the difference between tener que vs hay que in Spanish. Study basic grammar rules with online lessons. Read about how and when to use some important words and phrases.   What is the difference between tener que and hay que in Spanish? Tener que Vs Hay que: Note: Tener que + infinitive is one way to express obligation or necessity. This expression can be translated as “someone has to do something.” e.g. Tengo que ayudar a mis padres - I have to help my parents.Tienes que leer un poco más  - You have to read a little moreTenemos que ir al hospital - We have to go to the hospital   Note:Hay que + infinitive is used to express the idea of “one must do something” or, “it is necessary to do something.” It is a more…