Spanish to English explains what Spanish words, phrases and expressions actually mean when you carry them over into English. We write for English speakers who run into Spanish every day: a song lyric that will not sit still in a dictionary, a line of dialogue in a series, a text message from a friend, a sign, a headline, a word that changes meaning the moment it crosses a border.
What we cover
- Everyday vocabulary and the English equivalents that really fit the context
- Slang, insults, filler words and regional usage across Spain and Latin America
- Phrases from music, film, television and social media
- Grammar points that trip up translation, such as ser and estar or the subjunctive
How our articles are made
Articles are written by the Spanish to English Editorial Team with AI assistance. There is no named individual author. Before publication, facts and figures are checked against the sources listed under each article, and those sources stay visible so you can follow them yourself.