How do I learn Spanish? (Specific Situation)
Hello!
--Before I begin let me acknowledge that this is probably under the wrong category, but it was the closest I could fine.
--So, I just learned that I will be going on an exchange trip to the Dominican Republic during the spring break of 2016 and I've always wanted to know a second language so I figured now is an appropriate time to learn.
--Due to Spanish classes I took last year, I have a good command of the present tense of Spanish and a healthy beginners vocabulary so I guess I have a good start.
So my question is: What steps can I take to be able to speak Spanish fairly comfortably in the 14 months I have to learn? (I know I won't be 100% fluent, but you get my point.)
Note: Spanish classes are no longer available in my situation so I will be teaching myself.
Thanks!
3 Answers
well for one this website is a good start lol take the online courses to help you brush up. also try listening to Spanish music and watching Spanish news/tv stations. that really helps a lot cause you'll get used to hearing the language on a regular basis. watch the tv with captions on, and look up the lyrics to songs
also if you have family members/friends who speak Spanish tell them to speak Spanish to you, it'll really help you learn words quicker. its just like how a baby learns to speak, by others speaking to them. babies don't use books or online websites but the brain is soo powerful lol
one thing I do is in my daily life as im walking around or driving I'll say words in Spanish to engrave them to memory, for instance if im looking for a shirt i'll say "donde es mi camisa" etc etc. get as much practice as you can in every way possible! hope this helps 
www.duolingo.com is one of the best possible sites for you to learn Spanish from, you'll learn how to write and also foster a great vocabulary but you'll need to learn speaking skills by actually talking to people in Spanish.
Read my blog, and if you want my help, I am available on Skype. Let me know though.
