{"id":5689,"date":"2022-10-27T09:34:00","date_gmt":"2022-10-27T09:34:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.clozemaster.com\/blog\/?p=5689"},"modified":"2024-04-23T10:33:16","modified_gmt":"2024-04-23T10:33:16","slug":"spanish-conjugation-practice","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.clozemaster.com\/blog\/spanish-conjugation-practice\/","title":{"rendered":"Spanish Conjugation Practice: Best Tips and Resources"},"content":{"rendered":"

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Spanish conjugations can be quite tricky. As you may know, there are three types of conjugations depending on verb ending (-ar<\/em>, –ir <\/em>or-er<\/em>). There are also three different moods\u2014indicative, subjunctive and imperative\u2014with 20 different tenses in total. Not to mention the three verbals\u2014infinitive, gerund and participle! This is why, in this article, we\u2019ve gathered plenty of recommendations to help you in your Spanish conjugation practice.<\/p>\n

Below, we\u2019ll look at various tips for every type of learner and cover different easily-available resources. We\u2019ll also focus on a couple of Spanish conjugation challenges to keep an eye out for.<\/p>\n

But first, let\u2019s figure out what kind of learner you are, so you can make the best of this article. Let\u2019s dig in!<\/p>\n

<\/a>Discover your learning style<\/h2>\n

In the next section, we\u2019ll cover various types of Spanish conjugation practice because we know not everyone learns the same way. This is why we thought it\u2019d be useful to take some time to reflect on your specific learning style so you can focus on the strategies and resources that will best adapt to your needs.<\/p>\n

For example, if you love reading<\/strong>, you can focus on some grammar books (here<\/a> are some you may find useful) and take out books in Spanish from your local library, if available. You\u2019ll find some other tips on reading below.<\/p>\n

If you are a visual learner<\/strong>, you should focus on media and videos. Diagrams, flashcards, and images are also helpful.<\/p>\n

You may also be an auditory learner<\/strong>; this means you learn best by listening. In this case, audiobooks and podcasts could be a great addition to your Spanish conjugation practice.<\/p>\n

If you are a verbal learner<\/strong>, you should try to get as much speaking practice as possible. We know speaking a new language can seem daunting at first. If you are a beginner, listening to others and trying to interact in any way you can will definitely be helpful.<\/p>\n

Finally, you might be a kinesthetic learner<\/strong>, meaning you learn best in hands-on, physically active scenarios that engage all the senses. Having a mixture of all the resources below might be a good call for kinesthetic learners who tend to be quite active and a little restless. Moreover, games, role-playing, and speaking practice might work best for you.<\/p>\n

<\/a>Tips for Spanish conjugation practice<\/h2>\n

Now that you know what you need, let\u2019s take a look at some more specific tips for Spanish conjugation practice.<\/p>\n

<\/a>Start with the basics<\/strong><\/h3>\n

A great starting tip for Spanish conjugation practice is to learn the conjugation for the most common regular verbs, preferably in the most basic tenses. If you\u2019re just starting out, you should take tenses one at a time and keep things simple.<\/p>\n

In the Spanish Language, there are three verb endings: –ar<\/em>, –er<\/em>, and –ir<\/em>. This means all verbs have one of these endings, and their conjugation varies depending on that ending. So it\u2019s important to learn the conjugation for each of these verb endings.<\/p>\n

You can find some Spanish conjugation practice examples in this article<\/a>. There, you\u2019ll see the present tense conjugation for the verbs hablar <\/em>(to talk), comer<\/em> (to eat) and vivir <\/em>(to live), among plenty of others.<\/p>\n

Once you are comfortable enough with the Spanish present tense for regular verbs, you can take a look at some irregular and stem-changing<\/a> verbs such as hacer<\/em><\/a> (to do), venir<\/em><\/a> (to come) and tener<\/em><\/a> (to have).<\/em><\/p>\n

You can find a comprehensive overview of the Spanish tenses here<\/a>.<\/p>\n

<\/a>Listen and read in Spanish<\/strong><\/h3>\n

Spanish conjugation practice is not all about studying. Putting your knowledge to the test will help you solidify it and learn even more.<\/p>\n

One of the ways to do this is to listen to Spanish. This can be in the form of podcasts, radio shows, music, or even TV shows. You can find the content that best adapts to both your taste and your proficiency level.<\/p>\n

Reading is another great strategy. You can start simple, with children\u2019s books or short articles. If you\u2019re a bit more advanced, you can tackle newspapers and even novels.<\/p>\n

Listening and reading will give you the opportunity of seeing the various verbs and conjugations in context. Not to mention, they are a great way to practice identifying the tenses you\u2019ve been studying.<\/p>\n

You can even combine the two skills by watching your favorite Spanish show with Spanish subtitles!<\/p>\n

<\/a>Speak the language<\/strong><\/h3>\n

Another way to tackle your Spanish conjugation practice is to work on your oral skills.<\/p>\n

Maybe you have a friend or family member who speaks Spanish. You might have found an awesome language exchange through Facebook or MeetUp. Or decided to dive into a bilingual chat room or app like Espanglish Chat<\/a> or Tandem<\/a>. Any of these are great options to practice Spanish and improve your conjugation skills.<\/p>\n

<\/a>Keep a journal<\/strong><\/h3>\n

Another great way to work on your Spanish conjugation practice is through writing. You can keep a journal for this purpose and even if you write just one or two sentences every day (or even once a week), you can make a lot of progress.<\/p>\n

You can use your journal to report on what you did that day (past tense), what you are currently doing (present tense) or your plans for the next day or the weekend (future tense). This is a great way to practice a wide variety of Spanish tenses.<\/p>\n

<\/a>Memorize irregular verbs<\/strong><\/h3>\n

We know irregular verbs can be the stuff of nightmares, but they are important to learn. Once you have your basic tenses down, you should focus on the most common irregular verbs. Here, however tedious, memorization and drilling will be your best allies.<\/p>\n

Here is a list of nine common Spanish verbs with links to articles on their conjugation:<\/p>\n