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Porqu estudiar el espaol?


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Porqu no?Why not?

Here is a *short* list of reasons you mightwant to learn Spanish


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Te gusta la msica?

Did you know that the modern classicalguitar was invented in Spain in the1850s?

The word guitarcomes from the Spanishword guitarra, which came from themedieval Arabic qitara, which in turn

came from Latin cithara, which camefrom Greek kithara, which came fromAncient Persian sihtara. Ol!


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Te gusta la msica?

That means that modern rock was hugelyinfluenced by Spanish music.

Not only that, but tons of other styles ofmusic and the instruments used to playthem come from different Spanish-speaking cultures.


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Te gusta el canta?

The list of great Hispanic singers is endless, and theyare known for their incredible passion.

Eventually you might want to write lyrics to yourown songs in Spanish


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Te gusta el baile?

Speaking of music, its common knowledge

that dance is a huge part of practicallyevery Spanish-speaking culture!

Para bailar la bamba


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Te gusta el baile?

Learning different styles of dance canimprove your technique and rhythmimmensely. You can learntraditional dances or mix elementsof them into your own styles.


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Te gusta el arte?

Ever heard of Pablo Picasso? Does Dal ring abell? What about Frida Kahlo?

These are only a few of the worlds great

painters who come from Spanish-speakingcultures.


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Te gusta el arte?

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For graphic and media artists, knowinganother language can open so manydoors! You can make internationalconnections and travel the world withyour work
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Te gusta el teatro?

Classic plays such as La Celestinaand The Barberof Sevilleare performed internationally, eventoday.

Also, learning a new set of sounds (like the oneswell be using to say Spanish words) is great

practice for your e-nun-ci-a-tion skills!


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Te gusta la comida?

Take it from a comelona, Spanish-speaking cultureshave some of the most de-li-cious dishes.

Have you ever wanted to try something new on amenu, but didnt know what it was or how to

order it? Dont worry, well take care of that


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Te gustan los deportes?

Even though soccer is the #1 sport in mostSpanish-speaking countries,

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Sports like basketball and baseball are

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Whatever your interests may be, knowinganother languageespecially Spanishcan introduce you to many newperspectives and opportunities.

Now, take the time to reflect on why youmight want to start learning Spanish.

How can learning Spanish help you toachieve your own goals, both personal andacademic?

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