I'm in the process of trying to learn Spanish, and I want to learn what's spoken in Panama. Do locals use the word "vosotros"? I know some of those words depend on which country you're in, and I've heard different stories about what's used in Central America. Thanks.
Panama Spanish
Lollard
31 October 2013 03:41:56
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kristc99
08 November 2013 19:30:41
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No, I have not heard vosotros. I think that's only in Spain?
If you are serious and don't mind spending some money, Habla Ya is excellent and offers lessons by internet. I appreciated having a local teacher for the accent, dialect, and info about local life and customs. http://www.hablayapanama.com/ Good for you learning Spanish though! It makes life easier and much more fun here, even if you only know a little.
Lollard
09 November 2013 00:35:05
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I've been using DuoLingo.com, which is excellent (and free). But even with that, I don't hear nuances that pertain to certain countries. Thanks.
tombseekers
11 November 2013 15:14:04
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Vosotros is not used in Central America. Try to get lessons for this area to make your life easier. I used Pimsuler (sp) for Central America
hookahdive
12 November 2013 04:30:16
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vosotros is used in spain and some central american countries but not panama. what area of panama are you living?
Toddlewis
25 November 2013 17:14:49
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YOu need to learn Latin American Spanish. This varies throughout Central America a little, but you can be understood well in Panama. I am currently taking conversational Spanish classes in the town of Pedasi and this is a great way to practice and learn more.
Before coming to Panama, I did the first level of Rosetta Stone, and took a short Introductory course where I lived in Canada.
Best advice? Practice and use what you know!
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