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47 Spanish teachers are available for private Spanish lessons in Hong Kong, in-person or online Spanish classes. + Read more TUTOROO now works with 47 private Spanish tutors available for in-person or for online private Spanish classes. You can browse through the teachers profiles below to contact your preferred private tutor. We will introduce you to another private Spanish teacher in the event the tutor you've inquired for is not available or cannot accommodate your needs. Pick your private Spanish teacher and start learning Spanish today! Read less

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Cardoso
 (15 reviews)
 Brazil
 Hong Kong

Private Spanish tutor in Hong Kong

Teacher joined in Mar, 2020

(Online Lessons) I am a globetrotter and have extensive experience living in many countries. Being native in Portuguese and fluent in Spanish and English, as I lived in Mexico, I have been teaching Portuguese and Spanish for several years. My lesson style is fun and interactive, focusing on a practical conversation with a broad range of topics, well suited for students seeking language skill for the best travel experience and their different targets and levels. Feel free to contact me!.

 Tutor available for 4 more students

HKD 250 / hour  Contact now
Certified Spanish teacher
Teresita
 (1 review)
 Venezuela
 Hong Kong

Improve your Spanish with a native teacher

Teacher joined in Jun, 2020

I am a Venezuelan-born Spanish tutor with native South American Spanish and fluency in the English language having lived and studied in Washington DC. I’ve gained experience tutoring English and Spanish to diverse age groups in Venezuela, Shanghai, and Hong Kong. My students get to learn and practice Spanish through fun, interactive, and tailored lessons depending on their age and interest. Education: • 2019: VII Training session for Spanish teachers in HKU, Hong Kong. • 2018: (Hong Kong, Instituto Cervantes - How to teach and learn a foreign language). • 2012: (CIESE Fundacion Comillas, Online Course, Formación inicial para profesores de Español como lengua extranjera). Working Experience Jan 2020 to Present Spanish teachers at all levels Spanish world, Hong Kong • Preparing lessons for students from beginner and intermediate level • Tailoring and delivering private Spanish lessons Jul 2019 to Present Spanish teachers at all levels ModernSpanish, Hong Kong • Preparing lessons for students from beginner and intermediate level • Tailoring and delivering private Spanish lessons May 2018 to Present Part-Time Spanish Teacher Level 1 ESF Language & Learning Section • Assisting as a substitute teacher to beginner students from 3 to 8 years old in three centers: o ESF Language & Learning Centre SPE junior Wanchai o ESF Renaissance College SPE Junior New Territories o ESF Kowloon Junior School SPE Kowloon June 2016 to Present Spanish Language Tutor Hong Kong Communications Art Centre, Hong Kong • Preparing lessons for 5 to 10-year-old, beginner and intermediate students in the Language Institute. • Tailoring and delivering private Spanish lessons to beginner and intermediate students between the ages of 4 and 40 years old. November 2015 to April 2016 Independent Spanish Tutor Shanghai. • Tailored Spanish lessons to beginner and intermediate students between the ages of 14 and 45 years old.

 Tutor available for 3 more students

HKD 550 / hour  Contact now
The Best Spanish Teacher in Hong Kong
Miguel
 Spain
 Hong Kong, Central and Western, Hong Kong

Spanish course in Hong Kong near you

Teacher joined in Nov, 2020

Miguel is originally from Sevilla, Spain. He holds a Bachelor´s Degree in History and a Master´s Degree in Teaching Secondary Education. He has more than 8 years of teaching experience. He was Research Assistant at City University of Hong Kong and he is part-time Lecturer at the School of Modern Languages of The University of Hong Kong. He have been teaching Spanish in different Schools in Hong Kong as La Salle College, Maryknoll Convent School, Saint Paul´s Convent School or Saint Paul´s Co-Educational College. He always loved teaching kids and teenagers for ages ranged from infant to Primary school students, high school and even to adults. He is well experienced in teaching Spanish and familiar with IGCSE, IB, and DELE syllabus

 Tutor available for 5 more students

HKD 1000 / hour  Contact now
Spanish tutor in Hong Kong
Alba
 (1 review)
 Spain
 Hong Kong

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Teacher joined in Oct, 2021

¡Hola! My name is Alba and I am a Spanish girl living in Hong Kong for 7 years. I offer online Spanish lessons, tailored for learners in Hong Kong. With my background of teaching Spanish at a secondary school for three years, I bring a comprehensive understanding of both local and international education systems. (DSE/IB/(I)GCSE) As an official DELE examiner (A1, A2, B1, B2. A1, A2/B1 young learners), I have the expertise to prepare students of all ages for these exams with a 100% passing rate over the last three years, thanks to a focused approach to exam preparation and student engagement. Through online teaching, I’ve adapted to using a variety of digital resources and materials, ensuring that each lesson is not only informative but also accessible and engaging. ¡Gracias!

 Tutor available for 2 more students

HKD 400 / hour  Contact now
Art and Spanish in a fun way
Andres
 (1 review)
 Ecuador
 Room 602, Unit C, Block A, Universal Industrial Building

Private Spanish lessons in Hong Kong

Teacher joined in Jan, 2021

I am a Visual Artist living in Hong Kong with experience in teaching Spanish and Art in several learning centers in the city, supplementary courses in local schools as also used to teach in an International Kindergarten (both of this subjects), having experience with adults and children until 2-3 years old. My teaching methodology is project based and I love to encourage and motivate my students to learn what they can truly used according to their different needs and speciation's. My class always have a side approach to Spanish and Latin American culture, some take away of history and a little of geography just to have a better understanding of the roots a language involve.

 Tutor available for 3 more students

HKD 300 / hour  Contact now
commercial pilot
Paul
 Ecuador
 Hong Kong

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Teacher joined in Dec, 2020

hello I am Paul, I studied at the American School of Quito, an International School My main job is as a commercial pilot I love to travel and learn new cultures is my passion. I started teaching Spanish classes for my parents, they had pre-nursery school in Quito I used to teach 10 kids at that time, I enjoyed it In my free time, I love all kinds of sports, I do hiking, ride my bike, run, swim, and of course spend time with my family and friends I have been in Hong Kong 3 years and a half

 Tutor available for 5 more students

HKD 300 / hour  Contact now
Certified Spanish teacher with over 10 years experience
Veronica
 Venezuela
 Hong Kong

Spanish teacher in Hong Kong near you

Teacher joined in Aug, 2020

(ONLINE LESSON) Hi, I am a Certified teacher from Venezuela with more than 10 YEARS of experience teaching Spanish to Adults and teenagers from all over the world. I am also an official examiner for the DELE exam ( Diploma for Spanish as a foreign language). I can prepare you for the test using ELE methodology in addition I can help you with IB / IGCSE, Survival Spanish, business Spanish, Spanish for travelling, and General Spanish I am available to teach you online or in person! You can expect a lot of fun and interactive lessons, using videos, flashcards, online resources as well as parts of a book to follow a syllabus that will be shaped and adapted to your goals. Whatever your goals are, I can help you achieve success in learning Spanish!

 Tutor available for 5 more students

HKD 450 / hour  Contact now
Practice makes perfect! Spanish with a native tutor.
Angie
 (3 reviews)
 Colombia
 Hong Kong

Learn Spanish with a private course

Teacher joined in Dec, 2020

(ONLINE LESSON) Hello! My name is Angie, I was born in Bogotá, Colombia. I am currently living in Beijing and I am more than happy to give you tutoring to support your learning process. I have been learning languages both through the study of a language in a foreign country and through lessons at formal institutes. I can make a plan for you to start and keep you engaged with the process; I am sure you will find my methods fun seeing results every lesson. Remember, Practice makes perfect! I have long experience working in different countries and I enjoy working in diverse cultural environments, I hold an honours in International Business Administration and a BA in fashion design, I think we will find many topics to talk enhancing your learning experience.

 Tutor available for 4 more students

HKD 300 / hour  Contact now
Experienced and passionate Spanish Tutor for all levels
Federico
 Spain
 Yuen Long, People's Republic of China

Private Spanish classes in Hong Kong

Teacher joined in Nov, 2021

Hello, My name is Federico and I am a certified native Spanish teacher with international training and working experience (+20 years). I am offering individual and personalized virtual Spanish classes to improve both your oral and written skills. In my classes, I focus on developing fluent and structured communication of the Spanish language either to prepare for international exams (IB/IGCSE/DELE exams), to be able to communicate properly in the professional field, or to reinforce and maintain prior knowledge of this language. I understand that every person is different and I adapt the content to the needs and interests of my students. I design my classes individually. This way we can keep classes entertaining, covering all angles of Spanish learning, and learning this language as a whole. I am an enthusiastic, patient, responsible, hardworking, and fun person. If what you are looking for is to improve your knowledge of the Spanish language, I will help you.

 Tutor available for 1 more student

HKD 300 / hour  Contact now
La profesora
Indy
 Argentina
 ARGENTINA

Improve your Spanish with private lessons

Teacher joined in Oct, 2021

¡Hola! -* Online teaching only*- I'm a Spanish experienced -teacher with juniors (local and internationals schools), with kids (home tutoring) and adults (tailor-made classes for individuals or companies). Multicultural background: I have lived in South America, Europe and Hong Kong and I enjoy a lot talking about nearly everything. Skills : I'm very patient and I like my students to feel comfortable and confident. We focus on goals and reach them. Degrees: Spanish as a Second Language, History of arts ¡Contáctame! ¡Gracias!

 Tutor available for 2 more students

HKD 550 / hour  Contact now
(ONLINE LESSON) I'm a psychologist with a teaching certification in Spanish as a Foreign Language. I love teaching my mother tongue to whoever wants to learn. ¡Ven a aprender Español conmigo!
Pamela
 (2 reviews)
 Chile
 Lamma Island, Hong Kong

Spanish tutor in Hong Kong near you

Teacher joined in Jul, 2018

(ONLINE LESSON) I'm a psychologist with a teaching certification in Spanish as a Foreign Language. I love teaching my mother tongue to whoever wants to learn. ¡Ven a aprender Español conmigo!

 Tutor available for 1 more student

HKD 350 / hour  Contact now
Private Children's Native Spanish Teacher (Remote)
Haydee
 Spain
 Valencia, Spain

Learn Spanish with a private teacher

Teacher joined in Apr, 2021

(ONLINE LESSON) Hola, my name is Profe Haydeé. I have been teaching young children under 7 years old for around 17 years at private schools and online as a Bilingual Teacher (English/Spanish) in different countries. In Costa Rica, I teach Spanish to the tourist kids and English speakers living there. I have several resources to help your child become fluent in Spanish (or English). 20 MINUTES FREE TRIAL CLASS!!! I look forward to the opportunity to teach your children to become fluent in Spanish and have fun doing so! Please feel free to ask me any questions at all. Gracias! Profe Haydeé

 Tutor available for 2 more students

HKD 250 / hour  Contact now
Qualified and Experienced Native Tutor (Online)
Corina
 Argentina
 Hong Kong

Private Spanish course in Hong Kong

Teacher joined in Oct, 2022

(ONLINE LESSON) ¡Hola! I am a qualified and experienced native tutor offering high-quality Spanish lessons and Exam Preparation. I offer live online tuition: one-to-one & group lessons (2-4 students). -I specialize in Exam Preparation, in particular: GCSE, iGCSE, A Level, IB, UK Common Entrance (Spanish), DELE, and SIELE. University exams. Intensive One-to-One Courses during half-terms. -General Spanish: All levels. Conversation. I am fluent in English, French, and Portuguese (Spanish is my mother tongue). Tutoring Experience: I have been teaching Spanish as a foreign language for 25 years in different countries and settings: schools, language institutes, and companies. In the UK, I worked at Tonbridge School, Kent (an independent school) for 6 years. Tutoring Approach: All lessons are specifically tailored to the student's needs and abilities. My students benefit from: * Extra online support via email. * Motivating and effective tuition. * Variety of learning resources. * Friendly atmosphere and fun learning activities. Lessons are dynamic and based on a communicative approach. All four skills are taught - speaking, listening, reading, and writing - though the emphasis is on oral communication. We put learning into practice with lots of fun activities like games and songs.

 Tutor available for 2 more students

HKD 400 / hour  Contact now
Learn Spanish Fast with Stella in Hong Kong
Stella
 Spain
 Kowloon, Kowloon City, Hong Kong

Improve your Spanish with private classes

Teacher joined in Apr, 2019

¡Hola! My name is Maria Stella. I'm from Spain and I have a Master's Degree in Communication. Also the official course ELE for being a Spanish teacher and living and teaching Spanish in HK for 7 years. I enjoy teaching my native language, so I came to Hong Kong and started a new job as a Spanish Tutor. I have experience teaching students of any age and any level. Kids, teens, or adults are welcome to enjoy my lessons! Also, I have been preparing many students for IB, IGSCE, DELE, and other exams getting great results. I am always doing my best to help you achieve your goals as a Spanish student. :)

 Tutor available for 3 more students

HKD 450 / hour  Contact now
Lilian
Lilian
 Mexico
 Hong Kong

Spanish lessons in Hong Kong near you

Teacher joined in Jan, 2023

I am a native speaker from Mexico. I have experience as a university language teacher, and also with children. I am very patient, and I like that students learn with pleasure and joy. My teaching method is student-centered and holds a communicative approach. Spanish is a beautiful language that will allow you to enter the culture of the Spanish-speaking world, which is full of magic and flavor. Not to mention that, by speaking Spanish, you will also have the possibility of communicating with 7.6 percent of the global population.

 Tutor available for 5 more students

HKD 500 / hour  Contact now
aprende y disfruta conmigo
Babita
 Spain
 Hong Kong, Hong Kong Island

Learn Spanish with a private tutor

Teacher joined in Aug, 2017

Hello! I am Babita, have been living in Hong Kong for the past 7 years with HKID card. I was born and brought up in Spain. My greatest applicable strength is my ability to design stimulating lesson plans that instil a love for learning and true appreciation for Spanish language and culture.I incorporate fun manipulatives and hands-on activities,to accommodate multiple intelligences,encourage student learning.Furthermore I establish a relaxed atmosphere that promotes socialisation and real world connections,as well as open and honest communication. I believe you will find that my experience,ambition,and personal attributes will make me valuable addition to your educational improvement in the Spanish Language.It would be a pleasure to meet you at your convenience to discuss my qualifications and abilities,I look forward to our conversation and thank you for your kind consideration. Sincerely, Babita N. Sajnani Harjani

 Tutor available for 1 more student

HKD 300 / hour  Contact now
Learn Spanish from a  motivated, certified, native teacher
Julieta
 Uruguay
 Hong Kong

Private Spanish teacher in Hong Kong

Teacher joined in Mar, 2023

(ONLINE LESSON ONLY) Hi! I am Julieta a young certified teacher from Uruguay. My teaching experience started with volunteering as a teaching assistant in low-income schools and now I have been teaching Spanish and English as a second language for more than 5 years to students from more than nine countries. I left home alone at 16 because I wanted to explore and know more cultures and countries. As of now, I am 24 years old and I have recently graduated from University in the United States. I am continuously learning languages because I believe is important to be constantly learning. I also want to be part of your growth and learning journey! Teaching Style I tried a lot of learning methods myself and understood that there is no one way that works for everyone. I believe is critical to provide a good grammatical base and to use a lot of games and creative/involving exercises in my classes. In my classes, I used a very student-center approach because I believe there is 40% of class content is up to the students and their goals. Book a lesson with me, y empecemos a aprender!

 Tutor available for 5 more students

HKD 300 / hour  Contact now
Hi! My name is Maria! I am a Spanish girl studying in the UK. Currently, I am in my year abroad in Hong Kong. I can teach Spanish and French. I love traveling and I am an amateur photographer. I can teach you how to speak Spa
Maria
 Spain
 將軍澳 Tseung Kwan O, 澳門 Macau, China

Improve your Spanish with a private course

Teacher joined in Jan, 2019

Hi! My name is Maria! I am a Spanish girl studying in the UK. Currently, I am in my year abroad in Hong Kong. I can teach Spanish and French. I love traveling and I am an amateur photographer. I can teach you how to speak Spanish & French in a fun way.

 Tutor available for 1 more student

HKD 300 / hour  Contact now
Spanish with a Native in Hong Kong!
Núria
 Spain
 Hong Kong, Central and Western, Hong Kong

Spanish classes in Hong Kong near you

Teacher joined in Jan, 2019

I am from Barcelona, but I have been living in Hong Kong for about a year and a half. I have a master's degree in International Management from HKUST and IVEY Business Schools. I have worked as a Spanish tutor in a Hong Kong Academy for International High School students and I am currently working for the European Chamber of Commerce. I would love to help you with your Spanish!

 Tutor available for 1 more student

HKD 350 / hour  Contact now
Hi ! 
My name is Neila ...and I’m 33 years old. 
Actually I’m Spanish and...in fact I was born in the capital ,Madrid. 
I am married and currently working as a teacher here in China...No only do I teaching English and Span
Neila
 (1 review)
 Spain
 China

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Teacher joined in May, 2018

Hi !  My name is Neila ...and I’m 33 years old.  Actually I’m Spanish and...in fact I was born in the capital ,Madrid.  I am married and currently working as a teacher here in China...No only do I teaching English and Spanish ,but I can also communicate in Mandarin Chinese.  This is not the firs time I have meet Chinese students ,because...I used to teach a variety of Chinese students The Spanish language in Alicante.  My teaching method is very communicative, With a focus on speaking and listening. In conclusion , I love reading books , learning languages and sports as well as traveling.  Thank you for reading ...Bye,Bye  Neila Moreno Zamora Email: neiladechang@gmail.com neilamoreno@icloud.Com Telephone number:+8613828196587 +34669800577

 Tutor available for 5 more students

HKD 280 / hour  Contact now
Spanish Language Tutor, Learn Spanish Fast with Miguel in Hong Kong
Miguel
 Colombia
 Boca Raton, Florida, United States of America

Private Spanish tutor in Hong Kong

Teacher joined in Mar, 2020

I’m a film Director passionate about learning about different cultures, teaching people from all over the world my knowledge and exchanging skills in new languages. I’m from Colombia, and I have experience in teaching to persons of different ages, between old people and children the way to make a movie. I work all the time in the function of discovering new ways to explore different options to have the best experiences across the cameras and what is behind those lenses. I’m ready to show you what I’m able to do in your life, and yours in mine.

 Tutor available for 3 more students

HKD 250 / hour  Contact now
Spanish for all academic level and ages
Oscar
 United States
 Hong Kong

Private Spanish teacher in Hong Kong

Teacher joined in Aug, 2021

(BEST ONLINE SPANISH LESSONS) Hola: 你好 跟奧斯卡學西班牙語 Qualified Native Spanish Tutor in Hong Kong. My name is Oscar, Mexican-American. I am a professional, qualified, and native Spanish speaker. TEACHING METHODOLOGY Classes are based on interactive and motivational processes in Speaking, Listening, Writing, and Reading. I combine my teaching with Spanish/American culture. The classes are designed to support the student to engage intellectually, grammatically and practical in any conversational situations in the Spanish language. The teaching method is motivational, easy, fun, and creative . Every class has outstanding benefits base on videos, digital materials, exercises, games, and access to a personal Digital Folder. 2 TEACHING EXPERTISE TARGET. First, all age and academic levels are welcome: from kindergarten, elementary school, IGCSE to College/University. ​Second, I prepare professionally students for Exams and Courses: IGCSE (Cambridge Spanish program), IB Initio, IB Spanish, DELE, and AP Spanish. EDUCATIONAL BACKGROUND I graduated from The National University of Mexico (UNAM) Mexico City, Mexico BACHELOR IN PEDAGOGY Specialty in the area of Philosophy and Social Studies. TEACHING EXPERIENCE. *Joyful Centre Hong Kong *Volunteer in Stamford American School HK *10 Years private tutoring face to face and online lessons in Hong Kong *The UNIVERSITY OF MEXICO, Teacher. *Students have been successfully completed Spanish courses and get outstanding grades.

 Tutor available for 4 more students

HKD 300 / hour  Contact now
Learn Spanish with a native from Spain
Rajesh
 Spain
 Hong Kong, Central and Western, Hong Kong

Improve your Spanish with a native tutor

Teacher joined in Sep, 2018

Born & brought up in Madrid, Spain, shifted 5 years ago to HK for work. I would like to teach Spanish & share our culture & knowledge. There is nothing more satisfying than sharing one’s knowledge with others.

 Tutor available for 3 more students

HKD 250 / hour  Contact now
¡Hola! My name is Mariana and I was born in Mexico. I have a Bachelor in International Business and I have teaching experience. My native tongue is Spanish but all my studies were in English. I'm also fluent in French. I'm ve
Mariana
 Mexico
 Tung Chung, Islands, Hong Kong

Spanish course in Hong Kong near you

Teacher joined in Jan, 2019

¡Hola! My name is Mariana and I was born in Mexico. I have a Bachelor in International Business and I have teaching experience. My native tongue is Spanish but all my studies were in English. I'm also fluent in French. I'm very patient and creative. I can help you learn Spanish. Let's meet! :)

 Tutor available for 5 more students

HKD 300 / hour  Contact now

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Spanish FAQs

What are the Benefits of Learning Spanish with a Private Tutor?

Learning with a private tutor means you get to learn at your own pace, ask questions whenever you choose and get undivided attention. If you join a group class, you may experience Spanish lessons that are either too slow or go too fast for you.

Here are some top benefits of learning Spanish with a private tutor:

Customized Spanish classes

It's true that people have different learning techniques and styles which are in accordance with their learning skills. Although we all have a blend of learning styles, there is a primary style of learning.

For instance, traditional Spanish classes may focus too much on your vocabulary and quizzes. However, if you're not so good with quizzes, you may get the impression that Spanish is difficult or you'll never get to be fluent in it.

When you take lessons with a private Spanish tutor, you can discuss your preferred learning style with your tutor. Also, your tutor will use the best method of explaining difficult topics to you. Private tutoring helps you to be comfortable while learning and not be put under pressure from being with other students.

It offers better results

One benefit of having a private Spanish tutor is that it allows you to concentrate, offering better results. According to studies, where you take classes can determine how much you'd learn. Also, once you have a particular place where you learn, you can be 100% focused and retain more information. After all, the main essence of taking private Spanish lessons is to learn effectively.

Other benefits are:

  • You get continuous feedback from your Spanish tutor
  • Private lessons improve your confidence and self-esteem
  • You can suggest the topics you're specifically interested in learning
  • You get to learn Spanish any day you choose. It offers flexibility
  • You have the full attention of your Spanish tutor

Which Countries Use Spanish as their Official Language?

From Northern and Southern America to Asia and some parts of Europe, there are about 20 countries in the world where people’s mother tongue is Spanish.

Spanish is a global language and it comes right behind Mandarin Chinese as the second most spoken language in the world. The continent with the most Spanish speakers is the Americas. Mexico has about 110 million native Spanish speakers.

Here is a list of the countries where Spanish is used as the official language:

  • Colombia
  • Argentina
  • Equatorial Guinea
  • Chile
  • Dominican Republic
  • Costa Rica
  • Cuba
  • Bolivia
  • Nicaragua
  • Ecuador
  • Paraguay
  • El Salvador
  • Paraguay
  • Guatemala
  • Honduras
  • Mexico
  • Peru
  • Panama
  • Venezuela
  • Spain
  • Honduras
  • Uruguay

How Many People in the World Speak Spanish?

Like Italian, Romanian, Portuguese and French, Spanish is a Romance language. By Romance, we do not mean it is a language of love (although we must admit that many people find Romance languages romantic), it means that the language evolved from Vulgar Latin.

Spanish has its root in the Iberian peninsula which is situated in southwest Europe (present-day Portugal and Spain). Spanish was formed by the Castilian continuation of Vulgar Latin mixed with the Moors' Arabic dialect. After many years of both languages being mixed, standard Spanish was birthed in the 1200s.

In the world, there are over 450 million native Spanish speakers. Right behind Spanish is English with about 360 million native speakers, making it the third most spoken language in the world. Additionally, Spanish ranks as the third most studied language in the world coming after French and English.

Adding to the number of native Spanish speakers, there are about 75 million people in the world that speak Spanish as their second language. Although the US has about 12 million bilingual Spanish speakers and 42 million native speakers, it is the second country with the largest Spanish speakers (Mexico is first). According to a study, there are predictions that the US will overtake Mexico to be the largest Spanish speaking country by 2050.

One of the 24 official languages of the European Union is Spanish. It is also spoken by a small number of people in countries like Germany, the UK, Italy and France.

Why Should I Learn Spanish?

Without a doubt, there are many things you stand to gain when you take Spanish lessons. Not only is Spanish one of the world's most popular languages, but it is also a beautiful language with an interesting history and culture. Additionally, there are about 20 million people in the world studying Spanish in some capacity.

Looking to add another language to your portfolio? Here are some reasons to learn Spanish:

Spanish is the second most spoken language in the world

This has to be the most important reason why you should study Spanish. About 6% of the world's population speaks Spanish with it being the mother tongue of over 400 million people. Interestingly, it ranks ahead of English which is a global language.

About 15% of the residents of the European Union speak Spanish as either their first or second language. Likewise, in the US, Spanish is the popular choice of a second language.

Boost your CV

Although learning Spanish can boost your traveling experience in Latino countries, it helps you to work in any Spanish speaking country. When you take Spanish lessons, you have a better chance of studying in a Spanish institution.

When you learn Spanish, you can get out of your comfort zone and immerse yourself in a Spanish speaking country. The time you spend with the locals not only influences how fluent you become in a short while but also boosts your knowledge of the language. Also, prospective employers in a Spanish based organisation prefer candidates that can communicate effectively in Spanish like a local.

Learning Spanish helps you grasp your mother tongue better

According to studies, you get better at speaking your mother tongue when you learn a second language. It helps you critically analyze your mother tongue and its rules. Also, you pay more attention to sentence structures allowing you to write more complicated sentences in your mother tongue.

Other benefits of learning Spanish include,

  • It is quite easy to learn Spanish
  • It allows you to watch and understand Spanish movies without translated subtitles
  • You can travel to Spanish speaking countries without the need of hiring a Spanish-speaking tour guide
  • Being bilingual delays symptoms of dementia and Alzheimer's disease!

Is Spanish Difficult to Learn?

Let's compare learning a new language to being an athlete. Athletes make it look easy on the field but they have put hours into their sport practice and at times where they really felt like giving all up. Like being an athlete, to learn any language at all, you have to understand it's not easy. However, the fact it's tasking doesn't mean it's difficult.

To learn Spanish, you need plenty of practice, dedication, enthusiasm and talent. Also, your knowledge of a second language can determine how easily you learn Spanish. Learning a new language becomes easy if you've learnt one or two languages before.

In addition, your knowledge of a Romance language can help you learn Spanish easily. Spanish is similar to Italian and Portuguese. However, if you're a native English speaker, things can get pretty difficult.

Being a native English speaker shouldn't stop you from learning Spanish. For instance, Spanish and English share similar sentence structures. Also, some Spanish words are easy to coin from English words which are referred to as English-Spanish cognates.

How Soon Can I Become Fluent in Spanish?

Spanish is quite similar to English making it a category 1 language. Owing to this, it will take you about two years to become fluent in Spanish if you study for one hour a day. However, you can choose to speed things up by learning Spanish with a private tutor for more than one hour every day.

Studying for a minimum of three hours daily can get you to conversation fluency in around six months. Summarily, the more time you spend studying Spanish, the quicker you achieve fluency.

While full immersion is advised, you can have fun while learning Spanish by watching famous Spanish movies, travelling to Spain or reading Spanish novels.

What are the Popular Spanish Tests I Can Take?

To work in a Spanish speaking country, study there or get Spanish citizenship, you need to show you're proficient in the language. All Spanish proficiency tests follow The Common European Framework of Reference for Languages (CEFR) standard.

Typically, CEFR, determines how competent you are in a language ranging from A1 which is beginners to C2 (master). Also, the four levels are listening, reading, speaking and writing. Here are the common Spanish proficiency tests you can take.

DELE

DELE is suitable for citizenship and Visa seekers, working professionals and post-secondary students. Also, the Spanish Ministry of Education, Culture, and Sport grants the official certification while it's issued by Instituto Cervantes.

All DELE exams follow CEFR grading criteria. Interestingly, it has no expiration date and the passing score for any level in the DELE exam is 60 points. Also, it has six levels of competence,

  • Breakthrough (A1)
  • Waystage (A2)
  • Threshold (B1)
  • Vantage (B2)
  • Effective Operational Proficiency (C1)
  • Mastery (C2)

SIELE

SIELE is suitable for working professionals and post-secondary students. The SIELE certificate, unlike DELE, only covers C1, B2, B1, A2, and A1 of the CEFR. Also, the certificate expires after five years and has further divisions of four, SIELE global, speaking, writing and listening.

Each SIELE test is graded on a scale of 0 to 250 and results are available after three weeks of taking the test.

Other Spanish proficiency tests include

  • CELU is taken only twice a year and must be done in person.
  • TELC is ideal for post-secondary school students, working professionals, citizenship and Visa seekers.
  • ECL is only suitable for working professionals and visa seekers.

Can my TUTOROO Private Tutor Prepare Me for Spanish Proficiency Tests?

The good thing about having a private Spanish tutor is that they can prepare you for any Spanish proficiency tests. TUTOROO Spanish tutors have firsthand knowledge of Spanish and everything about it. Also, most TUTOROO private tutors are native speakers and have experienced learning a new language. They have experience in taking proficiency tests and preparing students for the same.

TUTOROO hires the best tutors only, each with years of experience and certifications to prove their competence. In the event of you not being pleased with a particular tutor's teaching method, you can request a new tutor.

How Can I Become a TUTOROO Private Spanish Tutor?

At TUTOROO, to ensure students get the best learning experience, our tutors have to be either native Spanish speakers. While we don't necessarily request qualifications or certifications to show your proficiency in Spanish, all tutors undergo a proficiency test. The purpose of the test is to know how capable you are of teaching that language.

Additionally, to become a private Spanish tutor at TUTOROO, you must be able to communicate effectively with your students, and be confident in your skills. Commonly asked questions on becoming a Spanish tutor at TUTOROO are available here Tutor FAQs link.

As a tutor on TUTOROO, you can choose between taking physical or online classes. Depending on your students, you can also have hybrid classes which are a blend of physical and online classes. Also, you can make tutoring in TUTOROO a steady source of income as it's a great way of making money while teaching your mother tongue.

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