Common Ground International (CGI) | Spanish and English Language Training and Services
At Common Ground International we specialize in Spanish 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 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.
Discussing Birth Control & Contraception Options in Spanish
When you talk about contraception in Spanish, you generally cover a handful of subtopics: cost, effectiveness, any STI protections, OTC…
Essential Vocabulary for Eye Examinations in Spanish
If you’re learning Spanish and want to talk about eye health or communicate during an eye examination, mastering some key…
Common Suggestions in Spanish for Patients Before and After Traveling
Traveling can be an exciting experience, but it’s important to prepare for potential health risks and take precautions. Here are…
Con Mucha Gratitud
To our Common Ground Community…We are very thankful for you! You inspire us! We see your drive and motivation 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,…
Saber and Conocer in the Spanish Past Tenses
Do you know how to use Saber and Conocer in the past tenses in Spanish? Read on to learn more…
Spanish Verbs You Can Add “-me” To Transform into Commands
In Spanish, one way to ask someone to do something for you is by adding “-me” to the end of…
Understanding the Spanish Refrán: “Cada oveja con su pareja”
Spanish is rich with refranes (sayings) that convey wisdom and cultural nuances. One popular refrán is: “Cada oveja con su…
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1-2 weeks in length
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