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Friday, April 4, 2008

Speaking Practice -Intercambios

My students are always complaining that they don't get enough speaking practice out of class and I am always telling them that they should try to get an 'intercambio'. In Madrid and Madridteacher often have classifieds of people looking for language exchange partners. If you are a bit apprehensive about meeting up with a stranger on your own though, there are plenty of places in Madrid where you can meet large groups of foreigners and practise your English. Here are a few options:

Day and Time : Every Tuesday 22.00
Location: O'Neills (Irish Pub), Calle Principe 12 (Metro Sol, Sevilla)

Day and Time: Wednesdays and Thursdays 22.00 - 24.00
Location: J & J's Books and Coffee, Calle Espiritu Santo 47, (Metro Noviciado)

Day and Time: Every Wednesday 22.30 - 2.00
Location: Café Madrid, Calle Escalinata (Metro Opera)

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Sunday, February 24, 2008

Say What now?

It's a common occurrence in class for the teacher to talk about a classic movie and the students have never heard of it because quite often the Spanish title bears little resemblance to the original title.

Do you know the Spanish equivalents of these original film titles ? Have a guess and then check your answers in the comments box below.







Jaws

The Sound of Music

Die Hard

Rosemary's Baby


Eternal Sunshine of the Spotless Mind

Some Like it Hot

A Nightmare Before Christmas

The Village

Ice Princess


Shallow Hal


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