The PBC Blog

Tips, stories and ideas about learning a language by speaking with native speakers.

06/08/2026

Mejores plataformas de intercambio de idiomas en 2026 (y cómo elegir la tuya)

Comparamos las opciones reales para practicar idiomas con nativos en 2026: apps de mensajes, grupos presenciales y plataformas con videollamada. Cuál te conviene según tu nivel y tu tiempo.

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05/08/2026

Got Used to vs Used to vs Was Used to: The Complete English Grammar Guide

Learn the difference between "got used to," "used to," and "was used to" with clear examples. Master these tricky English phrases that confuse most learners.

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04/08/2026

Si, Si No, or Pero: Which Spanish Connector Do You Really Need?

Learn when to use si, si no, and pero in Spanish. These three connectors confuse learners, but the rules are simpler than you think. Real examples inside.

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03/08/2026

Go On or Catch Up: Master These Essential English Phrasal Verbs

Learn when to use "go on" and "catch up" correctly. These two phrasal verbs confuse many English learners, but the difference is simple once you understand how they work.

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02/08/2026

Cuya vs Donde vs Que: Which Spanish Relative Pronoun to Use

Master the difference between cuya, donde, and que in Spanish relative clauses. Learn when to use each pronoun with real examples that stick.

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01/08/2026

Want Someone to Be Happy: Master the English Infinitive with To

Learn when to use 'to' with infinitives in English. Understand the grammar rule behind 'want someone to be' and practice with real examples.

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31/07/2026

Look At, For, Into or Forward To: Which Phrasal Verb Goes Where

English learners mix up 'look' phrasal verbs all the time. Here's how to use each one correctly, with real examples you'll actually say.

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30/07/2026

Mixed Conditionals in English: When Past Actions Affect Present Results

Mixed conditionals show what would be happening now if you had done something different in the past. Learn the structure with real examples and master this tricky grammar form.

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29/07/2026

Used To vs Didn't Used To: The English Grammar Mistake Everyone Makes

Master the correct form of "used to" in negative sentences. Learn why "didn't use to" is right and "didn't used to" is wrong, with real examples.

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