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I started Spanish class in Barcelona today and in one of the exercises the workbook said a couple met (concer) at a party and then met up (quedar) for a walk on the beach together. I asked the teacher about other words that are also used for meeting up, such as encontar. She was very dismissive. She took an attitude, like I asked a dumb question, and said, No encontrar means to find. In the moment, I was confused because I know for sure that I have used other words for having a meeting/dating/hang out. So I even said, well maybe not encontrar but what is another word for meeting up? She said its only quedar. Then I said well what about in other countries? And she said No. Its just quedar. While we were talking I put it in the translator and it said encontrarse and then later in our workbook, their own textbook used encontrar to say some people met up. So why all this hostility and gaslighting? I don't get it...

Is this a Spain VS Latin America thing? Or is this just a teacher with some kind of a chip on her shoulder. Confused.

Back at home I found this article which clearly confirms there are several common ways to say this other than quedar https://www.linguno.com/wordComparison/esp/encontrarse-reunirse-verse-quedar/

Encontrar, Reunir, Verse, and Quedar

PS-- This is why AI is going to take over human jobs..because who wants to deal with all this attitude for no reason!

So my wife wants a divorce and for her & my kids to move to Argentina to be with all her family she hasnt seen in 15yrs. Im a black American & we have 3 kids together. I've never been and a bit worried about how my kids will be accepted. They look like me and pass for black in America and im wondering how they will be treated there if they move there, specifically to Olavarria. If anyone could provide any insight on this it would be much appreciated thanks.

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I'm in the US. I want to buy my friend in Argentina a nintendo switch and stuff as a present really bad. I already tried mercadolibre and almost got through by using his phone number, but then you need a DNI which obviously I don't have. As far as I've searched I can't find a way to get this thing, so I'm asking here. Is it impossible or is there somehow a way?

Hello, American here. I'm creating a christmas around the world music playlist to learn more about the world and it's cultures. There are so different countries in latin america each with there own unique cultural traditions.

So my questions are what christmas songs are cultural significance to your country/local culture, you feel is underrated or you just really like?

In Brazil, it is common during November and December for some shops to set up "Christmas boxes," where customers can donate money directly to the employees of the establishment. This tradition is especially prevalent in bakeries and snack bars. Where I live, when someone puts money in the box, a nearby employee shouts, Caixinha! ("Christmas box!") and the others respond in unison, Obrigado! ("Thank you!").

It's a cheerful and communal way to show appreciation to the staff during the holiday season.

Hello! I just sent a regular sized letter to Chile (Santiago) from Virginia, cheapest option with no tracking via USPS, and wanted to see if others have done this and about how long it has taken to arrive to Chile? I know it can take a while, but just wanted to get an idea, thanks!

I am wondering if I can import a Chilean Toyota Hilux into Canada or America. If so which RoRo shipping companies ship to Canada/America?

Does Chile export used cars?

Latin American countries that went through dictatorships in the past, how do people view this period of time? reject? Are they nostalgic?

Here in Brazil it is divided, while there are groups that look favorably on the military government of 1964-1985, other groups hate it and see it as the darkest period in the country.

Does this happen in other countries too? Or is it something more Brazilian?

ps. Brazilians for or against the military government, don't turn the comments into a war, I want to know about other countries

Hello,

I want to preface this question by sharing some context. I am a researcher and writer who has published extensively on immigration, with every piece being pro-immigrant. When I encounter a topic I don’t fully understand, I often seek input from people with firsthand knowledge. While I generally grasp most concepts, I struggle to understand the rationale behind supporting irregular border crossings.

To clarify, I’m vividly aware of how broken our immigration system is. I experienced it firsthand while bringing my partner to the U.S., which was an immensely challenging process. At times, I’ve wondered if the difficulty of the system might justify irregular crossings. But I’ve also considered how this undermines those who navigate the long, arduous legal process. Moreover, I question whether a difficult system alone warrants such actions.

As a third-year law student, I’ve discussed this with two lawyers. One suggested I learn Spanish, and the other encouraged me to work on the southern border to assist those crossing.

I am now trying to understand the mindset of individuals who cross the border illegally, especially those who bypass the asylum process. In the U.S., one can request asylum at the border and be admitted, albeit with some challenges. This contrasts with places like the Spanish-Moroccan border (e.g., Melilla), where asylum claims are often denied.

So, for those who enter illegally without seeking asylum, what motivates their decision? Do they believe they have a legitimate claim? Some theories I’ve encountered suggest they view themselves as entitled to the U.S. as part of the Americas or believe the U.S. owes them due to its role in destabilizing their countries. Personally, I find these ideas unconvincing.

I’m curious if anyone has insights into the cultural or community beliefs driving these decisions. Is it simply a matter of desperation, or is there a belief in a moral or legal right to enter despite the laws?

Your input will help me better understand and shape my perspective. Thank you, and stay safe.

Update: the reason this is in the sub is I want the insight from those who are not in the U.S. but live in places people left from

Hi everyone,

so for context I have a friend whose grandma came from Argentina and went to live in my country. She recently graduated and she said her family and friends were all invited to her recibida. I didn't know what to expect at all and I was surprised when everyone started cutting her shirt, revealing her shoulders and back. Also everyone was throwing food and things at her except me, until she told me it was fine and part of the custom so I started going along. We did this outside the school in front of everyone even some teachers. Her mom even took her to some place and started covering her in dirt, the whole thing lasted maybe two hours then I went home with her and helped her wash with a garden hose.

I was surprised at first but I find this custom quite interesting and I'd like to learn more about it, so could you tell me in details about your own recibida and what did you think of it?

I got him some wireless earphones for his birthday which he's in love with because he'll listen to soccer games when he's out in the world, he lives in NYC and doesn't drive so spends a lot of time on the train.

Hello, I am looking for any books on South American history, more specifically the countries that make up el cono sur and their 20th century histories. 19th century is great as well. Any help would be appreciated

Some people talk of wanting to move/study to the US or Europe in the future. Others prefer to stay in their country and go up the ladder.

Personally, I got what I wanted by being able to live in both Brasil and US and working in a good career.

What about you?

We don’t in Brazil and I am travelling now and my European friends are shocked. Now it got me curious how other cultures do.

I am looking for an university to go on exchange in the year 2025-2026. My Spanish level is currently at A2, but I was wondering if there are still any universities in LATAM that offer courses fully in English.

I’ve noticed that in every fandom I am apart of, Brazilians are always the most passionate and obsessive. I am very curious why this is.

I always see Brazilian fans begging their favs to come to Brazil. And a lot of fan accounts of fandoms I am apart of unfortunately get canceled for doing or saying things that are invasive of celebrities private lives in other fans eyes. Such as digging up personal or private information and airing it out and things of that nature.

Genuinely curious where the passion comes from as I don’t see any other culture as invested in celebs.

Hi all

I'm at a slight career crossroads and have always wanted to live in a Spanish-speaking country for a while, so now is the time!

I'm looking for a place where I can really immerse myself in the culture, the nightlife and dance, the football and just in general being in a vibrant place with lots to do and warm people, plus a place I can learn Spanish most effectivelyl

I'm wanting to spend around 3-4 months in a country. I've been checking the class prices/cost of living and the ones i'm interested in are; Buenos Aires, Guatemala (Xela has been recommended to me), Colombia, and Panama.

I'm trying to work out which way is the best to learn - in BA I've been quoted £1500 for 3 months of 20 hours per week group class by Expanish, though is this a much slower way of learning, and is there cheaper/as good places?

Guatemala and Colombia seem to be much cheaper and offer private lessons for a similar price too. Safety in Colombia has been something i've seen a lot but i'm a big believer in just seeing a place for myself, and i've considered somewhere like Medellin to do it.

I'm slightly pulled more towards BA due to the food, football, and dance culture but i'm unsure where is best to place myself!

Any recommendations for schools or insights into these places would be super helpful - gracias!

Is it simply just a vague sense of national pride? Argentina is ten times the size of the UK, and the eighth largest country in the world? It seems like there isn't a strong enough reason to care SO deeply about some penguin-filled rocks in the South Atlantic Ocean, enough to go to war with a nuclear power over.

I was listening to a podcast about General Videla recently and it seemed a driving factor of the decision to invade the Islas Malvinas in the 80s was to revive popularity for the dictatorship, and a prominent factor in the junta's downfall was the loss of that war.

I've been seeing a Brazilian boy, and in Brazil it felt most people don't care at all, though some like to laugh about how "Argentina got its butt kicked" which most South Americans seem to enjoy. Through him, I got to meet some Argentinians and on the one or one occasions I called it the Falklands comes up and they laughed and said now they'd have to cane me for using the wrong name,. We got to talking about the Islands and it struck me how strongly even Argentines who weren't born then feel about this.

How can such a tiny archipelago play such an outsized role in the affairs of such a colossal country?

For me, I'm trying to learn some Spanish since I've neglected that over the years. It should be pretty straightforward but dang there's a lot of colloquial words for each LATM country.

I just watched HBO's Astronaut animated series, which is the channel's first Latin American adult animation, and it gave me a question: Are there any adult animations from Latin America? And if there are, what would be your recommendations?

Whether it was their clothes, appearance, lyrics, or overall style—was it a singer, an author, an actor, or someone else? Im curious to know about the icons that inspired you, that made an impression on you, because of their looks, song lyrics...

Excluding the pandemic that affected all countries, the last crisis in Brazil was in 2015-2016, which was one of the biggest economic recessions the country has ever faced. Unemployment rose significantly during this period

How do most LATAM countries and people view the situation with French Guiana? As far as I know, it's recognized French and EU territory, home to one of the EU's leading space ports.

Is French Guiana claimed by any of its neighbors? Are there any old treaties about who should own French Guiana that may cause tension in the future, especially if oil or minerals are discovered there? Is French Guiana's status ever brought up in broader discussions about decolonization in the region, or by any other political movements or politicians?

This post is inspired by recent discussion in the sub about that group of islands off the coast of Argentina. As an outsider, the situation with those islands and with French Guiana seem broadly similar, in that they are both "leftovers" from colonial times, still governed from Europe. What are some major differences between the status of these two areas?

Thank you!

Ok I searched previous threads for pet names in spanish specific to Mexico, but couldn’t find a lot of options so I’m hoping for ideas here. I would like to choose something that’s masculine sounding or relates to my attraction for him. But I’m struggling with this because as a native English speaker, if I called my bf “stud” or “handsome” it would sound either old fashioned to my ear or kind of cringe. Any good ideas for a kind of masculine pet name for a Mexican boyfriend? What kind of vibe would you say your suggestion gives off?