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).
Latest blog posts
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.
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How to Say PTSD in Spanish
Understanding how to communicate about mental health conditions in Spanish is crucial for providing comprehensive care to Spanish-speaking patients. PTSD,…
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How to Say “Screening” in Spanish: A Guide for Healthcare Professionals
Effective communication with Spanish-speaking patients is vital in providing high-quality healthcare. One important term you may need to use is…
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How to Say “Burned” in Spanish: A Guide for Healthcare Professionals
As a healthcare professional, communicating effectively with Spanish-speaking patients is essential, especially when discussing medical conditions such as burns. Understanding…
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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,…
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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,…
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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…
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How to Say “Cool” in Spanish: A Guide for Different Countries
When learning Spanish, one of the fun aspects is discovering the various ways to say common expressions. The word “cool,”…
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Understanding the Difference Between “Novio/Novia” and “Esposo/Esposa” in Spanish
When learning Spanish, it’s essential to understand the different terms used to describe relationships. Two such terms are “novio/novia” and…
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Understanding the Spanish Proverb “De Tal Palo, Tal Astilla”
When learning Spanish, you’ll come across various refranes, or proverbs, that carry deep cultural significance and are used in everyday…
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Newest Program!
In Cuenca & the Amazon
1-2 weeks in length
Ecuador & Costa Rica Spanish Immersion
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In Ecuador & Costa Rica
3-6 weeks in length; you choose!
Costa Rica Spanish Immersion
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Easiest travel
In Santo Domingo de Heredia
1-6 weeks in length
All Spanish Immersion Programs have space limits and are filled on a first-come, first-served basis. Contact Us to reserve a space for 30 days w/ no obligation.
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