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Common Ground International (CGI) | Spanish and English Language Training and Services
At Common Ground International we specialize in Spanish for specific purposes and English for specific purposes. Our language services are focused on impacting communities through language. We help students and professionals in bilingual environments make a difference in their communities and around the world with language. You can expect nothing less than excellence when you contract for language services with Common Ground International (Spanish and English Language Training and Services).
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Check out the latest blog posts and free lessons on how to the use Spanish and English in everyday settings. Most posts include a video lesson, downloadable notes, and vocabulary flashcards for self-study.
Breastfeeding Tips for Spanish-Speaking Patients: How to Offer Helpful Advice
When advising Spanish-speaking patients about breastfeeding, it’s essential to provide clear, supportive tips that promote the health of both mother…
How to use Lo Que and Lo Cual in medical Spanish conversations
Lo Que and Lo Cual are relative pronouns in Spanish… which means that they connect two clauses in a sentence.…
How to Ask About Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS) Symptoms in Spanish
When you suspect a patient may be suffering from Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS), it’s important to ask targeted questions to…
Spanishland Immersion trips in Colombia
Spanishland Spanish Immersion Trips in Colombia are an AMAZING individualized way to travel Colombia, get embedded into a local family,…
What is the best Spanish Immersion travel length?
We work with hundreds of international travelers every year on our Spanish Immersion trips to Latin America. In many cases,…
Non-binary pronoun use in Costa Rica and Ecuador
Is it common practice to use the pronoun “elle” and change adjectives to end in an “e”? Hi Rory, my…
Spanish Refrán: “En la variedad está el gusto”
The Spanish phrase “En la variedad está el gusto” can be literally translated as “In variety lies the pleasure.” It…
School Staff Vocabulary in Spanish
If you’re working in a school setting and need to communicate with Spanish speakers, learning how to refer to school…
Understanding the Spanish Refrán: “Cree el ladrón que todos son de su condición”
In Spanish, the refrán “Cree el ladrón que todos son de su condición” is a common saying that reflects a…
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Ecuador Spanish Immersion
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In Cuenca & the Amazon
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