Though I’ve grown up in a Spanish speaking household, it definitely occurred to me while taking this class, that listening skills are important. Since this was my first time taking a Spanish class here at ODU, I realized I needed to pay particular attention to the enunciation of certain words, in order to be able to differentiate them from others.

For instance: cerraado vs errado. Two different words, two different meanings, and with the unpracticed ear, a misunderstanding can easily occur. It takes practice and plenty of listening (while reading) to make sure that both your ears (mostly your brain) can make out the difference.

Confirme vs enferme……… confirming something vs being sick….

Consiguir vs ensiguir…… getting vs following…..

Mordaza vs mostaza …… a condiment vs a bodily reflex….

Long story short…. listening is important, and it’s a skill that needs to be especially practiced when learning another a language.

Un Saludo!