Spanish Spelling Lessons

Correct spelling is an essential part of mastering any language, and Spanish spelling is no exception. On this page you will find Spanish Spelling Lessons that will guide you through the rules and patterns that will help you write accurately and confidently in Spanish.

From understanding accents and special characters to mastering tricky letter combinations, these lessons are related to everything you need to know about Spanish spelling, and they provide explanations, examples, interactive content and links to practical exercises and online games on this site. This way you’ll develop the skills to write correctly in Spanish!

What will you learn?

Basic Spanish spelling rules: start with the fundamentals, including the Spanish alphabet and its pronunciation. Learn how letters like “ñ,” “ll,” and “ch” fit into the language, and understand the difference between sounds that can affect spelling, such as “b” vs. “v” and “c,” “z,” and “s.”

Accents and special characters: discover the importance of accents in Spanish, such as the acute accent (´) used in words like “árbol” or “está” and learn when and where to place them. These lessons explain how accents can change the meaning of a word, so you can write with precision and avoid common spelling mistakes.

Common spelling patterns: get familiar with spelling patterns that frequently occur in Spanish, such as the use of “qu” before “e” and “i” (as in “que” and “quien”), or the distinction between “g” and “j” sounds. These lessons will help you recognize and remember these patterns for improved spelling accuracy.

Tricky letter combinations: understand tricky combinations like “ll” and “y” and when to use “c” or “z” in different contexts.

The use of capital letters: learn the rules for capitalizing words in Spanish and find out when to capitalize days of the week, months, titles, and more, so your writing is correct.

Homophones and commonly confused words: master the differences between commonly confused words like “porque” vs. “por qué,” “tu” vs. “tú,” and “el” vs. “él.” These lessons guide you through these distinctions, ensuring that you can choose the right word and spell it correctly every time.

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