Spanish Idioms Teacher Resources

Knowing idiomatic phrases gives learners a better idea of a language and its people. Introduce your scholars to idioms using the word vez. Answers are provided, but be sure to discuss some of the more difficult ones with your class!

Take a break from vocabulary development and have your Spanish scholars immerse themselves in Spanish culture. What are common Spanish proverbs? In short sessions over the course of a few weeks, the class will learn about different...

Learners work on the Internet to listen, read, and practice writing in a foreign language. They focus on the use of idiom and humor in other languages.

Learners in a Spanish foreign language class are giving topics to develop a skit to preform in front of the class. As a class, they are introduced to new vocabulary and the concept of paraphrasing. After performing their skit, they...

An excellent site that spells out grammar in simple-to-understand terms. Currently targets beginner level high school Spanish. Includes exercises, vocabulary, idioms, culture and even a simple translation link!

Fantastic explanation of idioms which focuses on the use of idiomatic expressions with the verb tener. This comprehensive lesson does an outstanding job of presenting idioms which use the verb tener. A short quiz, oral exercise and test...

Great practice with idioms that use the verb "estar". Also provides practice conjugating the verb in present, preterite, imperfect, future, and conditional tenses--a different practice test for each tense. Answers may be verified after...

This site is an explanation of the use of "hacer" in the present tense with time expressions. A short test at the end of the lesson tests the student's mastery of this grammar principle.

An excellent review of the uses of ser and estar. Provides useful examples. After reviewing, the user can take a practice quiz to ensure complete understanding.