🇵🇷 Puerto Rican Spanish 🎙️Episodes

In this episode, we continue our deep dive into the lyrics of "Nueva York" by Bad Bunny with Puerto Rican linguist Adriana Lopez. In Part 2, we explore the heavy cultural references in the song—from Dominican rap anthems to Puerto Rican boxing legends—and discuss the controversy surrounding Forbes naming Bad Bunny the "King of Pop." You'll also learn key vocabulary distinctions and cultural nuances between island life and city life. What You'll Learn in This Episode: The meaning of 7 Puerto R...

In this episode, we’re breaking down the lyrics to Nuevayol by the Puerto Rican superstar and future Super Bowl 2026 headliner, Bad Bunny. Joined by Puerto Rican linguist Adriana Lopez, we explore how this song pays homage to the legendary salsa group El Gran Combo de Puerto Rico. Plus, you'll learn the cultural significance of the lyrics and the unique sounds of the Puerto Rican accent.

Bad Bunny steps away from his typical reggaetón style with his new salsa song “Baile Inolvidable.” In this episode, we'll breakdown the lyrics so you can turn one of your favorite songs into confident Spanish conversations. You'll learn... 5 everyday Spanish phrases you can use from the song lyrics 🎶 An easy hack to understand hundreds of Spanish words with just one prefix 💯 How to express everyday frustrations from bad traffic to annoying situations 😒 ...plus find out Bad Bunny's real name 🤫 Ph...

En este episodio hablamos de la canción Hijos del Cañaveral del artista puertorriqueño Residente. 🎤 Analizaré la letra con Marla Rivera, coach de Spanish con Salsa. Marla es de Puerto Rico y explica cuánto puedes aprender sobre la cultura y la historia de Puerto Rico con esta canción. 🎵 En este episodio aprenderás: La historia puertorriqueña que no te enseñan en la escuela 🇵🇷 📜 El significado de la frase “mancha de plátano” 🍌 Palabras puertorriqueñas como jíbaro y pava 💬 In this episode, we talk...

In this episode, we get to know Marla Rivera from Puerto Rico, the newest member of our Spanish con Salsa team. Marla talks about how she became a language coach and interpreter, what it was like growing up bilingual in Puerto Rico, and the challenges she faced learning multiple languages. 💬 In this episode you’ll learn: Her experience growing up bilingual in Puerto Rico 🇵🇷 How to overcome language nerves from Marla's experience 😨 The most difficult part of being an interpreter and the different...

In this episode we chat with Sherly from Puerto Rico 🇵🇷 and Kesia from the Dominican Republic 🇩🇴 to uncover the differences and similarities between these two cultures. Learn the fun and unique slang used on each island and pick up tips on understanding and speaking Caribbean Spanish like a local. In this episode you’ll learn: How to say words like gossip, beer and cool in Puerto Rico and the Dominican Republic 🗣️ Words that have different meanings in each country 🔄😯 Controversies such as the or...

In this episode we meet Sherly from Puerto Rico, a new member of the Spanish con Salsa team, who talks about her challenges and experiences in learning multiple languages. 🌍 Sherly tells us about the Puerto Rican culture such as Christmas traditions, the use of Spanglish in everyday life, and the most popular musical genres: Bomba, Plena, and Reggaeton. 🎵 In this episode you’ll learn: Differences in Puerto Rican Spanish accents and vocabulary , words like “parcha” and more 🗣️ Top places to visit...

We're breaking down the lyrics to the song Tu amor me hace bien by singer Marc Anthony. I'm going to share some expressions with the verb hacer . Learn different ways to use the verb hacer , and how to use it in conversations. Do you struggle to understand native Spanish speakers because they talk TOO fast? 😖 Then this masterclass is for you -- learn my method to improve your Spanish listening skills. Past attendees have gone from understanding 30% to 80% of spoken Spanish in under 30 minutes. ...

In this episode, we'll explore the diversity of Caribbean Spanish, diving into the rich history and cultural influences that shaped the language spoken in this region. Discover the countries that you didn't know also take an important piece of the Caribbean and its distinct Afro-Caribbean heritage. Do you struggle to understand native Spanish speakers because they talk TOO fast? 😖 Then this masterclass is for you -- learn my method to improve your Spanish listening skills. Past attendees have g...

In this episode, we discuss the potential of Chat GPT to help you learn Caribbean Spanish. We discuss its benefits and limitations, including: How Chat GPT can strengthen your Spanish foundation, expand vocabulary, and improve grammar skills Learn effective strategies to complement Chat GPT with authentic Caribbean resources for a deeper understanding of the dialect Why you need to engage with native speakers, cultural materials, and real-life experiences to truly grasp the richness of Caribbean...

In this episode, we dive into Puerto Rican Spanish 🇵🇷 words and phrases from "mona" to "chincorrear," we explore the meanings and contexts of each word or phrase. 🤓 Don't forget to check out our Puerto Rican Spanish 101 phrase book for even more vocabulary! 📖 The Puerto Rican Spanish Bilingual Dictionary and Phrase Book is available on caribbeanspanish101.com Do you want to win a free Language Coaching Session with a coach from Puerto Rico Grab a copy of the Puerto Rican Spanish Bilingual Dictio...

In this episode, you'll learn some helpful shortcuts on when to use indirect objects in Spanish, while reviewing a few examples from the classic salsa song "Aires de Navidad" by Hector Lavoe and Willie Colón. > Did you like this episode? We'd love it if you gave us a rating & review on Apple Podcasts! Just click here to leave a review or go to https://www.learnspanishconsalsa.com/review > Never miss a new episode! Join our e-mail list and you'll be the first to know when new episodes are releas...

In this episode, you’ll learn how Puerto Ricans celebrate Christmas, and how they own the holidays by adding unique and traditional elements to make it fun and parrandera. Note: In order to access the transcript from the conversation in the episode, sign up for the Puerto Rican Spanish 101 course. > Did you like this episode? We'd love it if you gave us a rating & review on Apple Podcasts! Just click here to leave a review or go to https://www.learnspanishconsalsa.com/review > Never miss a new ...

Learn how to use reflexive verbs to describe your daily routine in Spanish with the lyrics to the song No Hago Más Na' by El Gran Combo de Puerto Rico. Show Notes: https://www.learnspanishconsalsa.com/86 > LEAVE US A RATING & REVIEW < Let us know how we're doing por favor ! Leave us a rating & review in iTunes or Stitcher , and we'll give you a shout out on a future episode. > JOIN OUR EMAIL LIST < To be notified by email when new episodes are released, plus get access to exclusive listener disc...

In this episode, I'm sharing the lyrics to one of my favorite salsa songs: Todo tiene su final by Hector Lavoe and Willie Colón. You'll learn new vocabulary from the song lyrics and how to use possessives in Spanish. Enjoy! Show Notes: http://www.learnspanishconsalsa.com/56 > LEAVE US A RATING & REVIEW < Let us know how we're doing por favor ! Leave us a rating & review in iTunes or Stitcher , and we'll give you a shout out on a future episode. > JOIN OUR EMAIL LIST < To be notified by email whe...

In this episode we continue the Black Expat series with an interview with Tennay Davis Porter and Troy Porter. In our conversation, Tennay and Troy explain how they started traveling and why they decided to move to Puerto Rico. They talk about the cost of living in Puerto Rico, where you can find the best food, and which neighborhoods can live in without spending a lot of money. We also discuss Afro-Latino culture in Puerto Rico and whether or not the island has fully recovered from Hurricane Ma...

Have you ever wondered what exactly 'wepa' means? Well, you're in luck. Spanish Con Salsa language coach Nahomy Irizarry is from Puerto Rico and she fills us in on the 2 ways this familiar phrase is used. She also shares common Puerto Rican Spanish greetings and how to respond like a native speaker. Finally, Nahomy shares the unique ways to say goodbye while you're on la isla del encanto . Show Notes: https://www.learnspanishconsalsa.com/103 Book a lesson with Nahomy and learn more Puerto Rica...

Learn Puerto Rican Spanish from the lyrics of an amazing salsa song by Héctor Lavoe. Spanish Con Salsa team member Nahomy Irizarry joins us to break down the meaning of the lyrics to Mi gente . She also gives us the meaning of the uniquely Puerto Rican Spanish words used in the song. Show Notes: https://www.learnspanishconsalsa.com/92 Book a Lesson with Nahomy and Learn More Puerto Rican Spanish Puerto Rican Spanish Audio Course 🇵🇷 Puerto Rican Spanish Bilingual Dictionary & Phrasebook _____...

This is part 2 of a 2-part conversation with Jen Ruiz, travel blogger and bestselling author. In this episode, we'll review some Spanish words you'll only hear in Puerto Rico and what to do when you want to practice speaking Spanish but native speakers insist on speaking to you in English instead. Puerto Rican Spanish 101 Course [FREE TRIAL]: http://www.puertoricanspanish101.com/trial Show Notes: https://www.learnspanishconsalsa.com/31 >>> Rate & Review <<< Let us know how we're doing por favor...

In this episode of the podcast I'll be talking to Jen Ruiz, a lawyer turned solo travel blogger and Amazon bestselling author. She is also a TEDx speaker and has been featured by The Washington Post, Huffington Post and ABC News. Jen documents her adventures on her website, Jen on a Jet Plane. This is part 1 of a 2-part conversation with Jen. In this episode, we talk about her travel hacks and must see destinations in Puerto Rico beyond the island's main city of San Juan. Show Notes: https://ww...