Comments for Learn Spanish

Comment on Do Spanish speakers talk fast by John C. Anderson

John C. Anderson — Tue, 01 May 2012 20:38:04 +0000

The reason that Spanish Speakers appear to speak faster than English Speakers is that they are speaking faster. This is because they have to use more syllables to say the same thing.

For example in English we say the white house, while in Spanish they say, la casa blanca. They have to say two more syllables than we do. Here’s another example they say por favor, three syllables, we say please, only one syllable.

I’m surprised that more people don’t know this. But maybe I shouldn’t be surprised since I pointed it out to a friend of mine who speaks and teaches Spanish and she couldn’t “see” it.

Comment on The United States of Florida by Mark Biernat

Mark Biernat — Fri, 16 Dec 2011 11:56:56 +0000

Yes we are European and American. Where we are is the north part of the Island and it close to the State Park and the YMCA so we like it. However, the south park has larger homes and is more exlusive. If you like family community the North to center part of Anastasia Island, but not north of the lighthouse and not on A1A. The best for a family or young couple is arround the YMCA to Pubix. South of that it is pricey for real estate but beautiful. North of the lighthouse is a strip of old hotels.

I highly recommend St. Augustine because it is a historic feel and nice climate. It also has four, OK three seasons like Europe, with lots of hardwood and pine. It also has the best schools since it is in St. Johns country. There are not downsides but the rent or home cost is more because it is a great place to live. If you live here the Island not the city or the county is the place to live if you can afford it.

Please ask any questions you have.

Comment on The United States of Florida by Mike Miller

Mike Miller — Fri, 16 Dec 2011 06:44:03 +0000

Hi~

I saw your video on YouTube. I was wondering what part of Anastasia Island you prefer. Like you, I’ve only done research via the internet and have made the decision of Anastasia/St. Augustine. I won’t be moving as far as you did though … I’m moving from Ohio.

Thanks for your info. Are you the European couple who commented on the City Data Forums too?

Okay … great to hear you guys are enjoying life!

Comment on Spanish swear words by A Jeanett

A Jeanett — Thu, 13 Oct 2011 01:53:18 +0000

Either way its good to learn so you do not look stupid when a Spanish person curses you out and assumes you dont know any better, or being able to know what theyre saying when two people are having conversation. its just being open minded, and those kids who know, blam their parents, I am pretty sure they use it, because when I am around Hispanic families, these are common conversations.

Comment on Eggplant recipe by Mark Biernat

Mark Biernat — Wed, 14 Sep 2011 05:47:05 +0000

Until it is soft inside so depending on the heat and your oven.

Comment on Eggplant recipe by catherine

catherine — Sat, 27 Aug 2011 10:34:11 +0000

For how many minutes do you cook it, and can I use olive oil?

Comment on Learning Spanish makes you thin and attractive by Jorge

Jorge — Sat, 04 Jun 2011 16:41:09 +0000

Ok I would agree. Learning spanish “as a second language” burns a lot of calories. And trying to keep up with the Spanish-students life style can keep anyone fit.

Comment on Hispanic vegetables by Mark Biernat

Mark Biernat — Mon, 18 Apr 2011 16:08:08 +0000

Arginine is higher in Artichokes at about 9 grams/kg. That is a lot in my opinion, maybe the most of any vegetble. I think Lysine is about 1/2 that at most. Artichokes are good for cleaning the liver and kidneys. I would not worry about amino acid ratio if you eat animal protein. Although Arginine is good for other things as you know.

Comment on Hispanic vegetables by Tj

Tj — Mon, 18 Apr 2011 05:31:34 +0000

Do you know the amount of Arginine and Lysine that is in an Artichoke. Which is more typically?
Thanks

Comment on Spanish Pronunciation by BARBARA

BARBARA — Sat, 02 Apr 2011 21:41:59 +0000

I think this is because in Spanish we don’t have to many words ending with M, but a lot ending with N
televion, anunciacion, diminacion, extorcion , publicacion, alucinacion, perfeccion, leccion, abrasion, discucion, etc, etc. all of them with accent ,