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I type IPA (International Phonetic Alphabet) symbols in real time while talking to you.
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Uit EcuadorWoont in Guayaquil, Ecuador (03:13 UTC-05:00)
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italki leerkracht sinds 26 Apr 2016
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*Please choose ZOOM instead of Italki Classroom for the best audio and video quality during our lessons*
Listening and accurate pronunciation are the most important things for learning Spanish.
I've studied the phonetics of the Spanish language and the main dialects. I can type the IPA (International Phonetic Alphabet) in real time while talking to you to help you visualize different pronunciations. This means I can help you to:
-Better understand spoken Spanish by giving you a solid base on phonetics (how sounds are made) and phonology (how the sounds vary).
-Develop an easy-to-understand, neutral Spanish accent.
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In Spanish, "todos" is pronounced ['to.ðos], but English speakers say ['to.ɾos]. You've just changed the word meaning "everyone" for the word meaning "bulls". This type of mistake is super common among native English speakers.
Learning about phonetics can also help you understand native speakers. In natural connected speech, "¿Qué es esto?" is pronounced ['ke'ses.to]. You'll learn phonetics to understand WHY this happens and how pronunciation varies by country. I'll help you acquire a neutral accent that will be accepted anywhere on Earth.
Please watch my introduction video to see a very common mistake learners make. Book a lesson now!
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*Please choose ZOOM instead of Italki Classroom for the best audio and video quality during our lessons*
I stress the importance of ear training and correct pronunciation right from the start. For this, I use videos on Spanish phonetics I've created myself and the International Phonetic Alphabet.
If possible, please do the following before our lesson:
1) Make sure your internet connection is solid (ethernet is better)
2) Get a headset.
3) Create a new Google Document and share it with me.
4) For the best audio and video quality please choose Zoom as the communication platform.
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dollyoko
11 Spaans lessen
Keuze van de leerkracht
Miguel is a very patient and generous teacher who knows so much about phonetics, how we produce different sounds with different positions of our tongue and lips, and the kinds of confusions that can arise for English speakers (in my case). We practised producing various consonants, and Miguel suggested some intensive and deliberate listening exercises for homework. I cannot recommend Miguel highly enough!
7 feb. 2024
Cole Williams
51 Spaans lessen
Keuze van de leerkracht
One of the most knowledgeable, professional, patient, and reliable teachers here on Italki. Miguel uses a variety of resources to help his students and is always present and engaged. His audio and video connection are always great and he emphasizes real, spoken Spanish over theory and grammar rules. My Spanish has improved immensely by working with him, and he always has a helpful and straightforward way to explain even the most complicated of topics.
26 jul. 2023
Chatman
57 Spaans lessen
Keuze van de leerkracht
I decided this month to take a Spanish class focusing only on pronunciation. Miguel has a talent to help you sound more polished and fluid with your pronunciation and speaking. He breaks down words into syllables which is very helpful for a visual learner. He explains how sounds are blended when natives speak quickly. No doubt learning this will improve my listening comprehension.
27 jun. 2023
Chatman
57 Spaans lessen
I appreciate his help in continuing to improve my fluency in speaking Spanish. Even though I might listen to an audio of reading material and repeat after it, I don't always pick up on how the reader is connecting the words. He helps me "hear" and say the words correctly.
Mil gracias por tu ayuda, Miguel.
12 sep. 2024
dollyoko
11 Spaans lessen
Miguel is an excellent teacher, who has a wealth of thoughtfully curated top quality resources to suggest to students. He is personable, patient and an excellent conversation partner who shares his deep knowledge of phonetics and phonology with his students. I have learned so much in these past few months, and highly recommend him as a teacher. Muchísimas gracias por todo, Miguel.
29 aug. 2024
Chatman
57 Spaans lessen
My pronunciation and listening skills have improved thanks to his suggestions. Now when I have oral assignments in Spanish, I practice with him beforehand to make sure my pronunciation is correct and that I connect words properly. Thus since I started working with him on pronunciation native speakers have specifically complimented my pronunciation and fluency. He fills a niche that is very important in becoming fluent in Spanish.