Q.1.
What is the most used word in Spanish?

The word "de," meaning "of" is the most widely used word in Spanish.

Q.2.
What is a "pentavocale?

Pentavocale is a word in Spanish containing all five vowels (example: murcielago (bat)). There are between 300-400 pentavocales in Spanish.

Q.3.
From what language does the word "carpet" derive?

Spanish has many words that derive from Arabic, dating back to when the Arabs ruled the Iberian Peninsula. "Alfombra," meaning carpet, is one of them.

Q.4.
What is the only country in Africa to speak Spanish?

Although it is Africa's only Spanish-speaking country, Equatorial Guinea was originally colonized by the Portuguese.

Q.5.
What country has the most Spanish speakers?

Mexico has the most Spanish speakers in the world, although the United States is expected to exceed Mexico within 50 years.

Q.6.
What does "ojala" mean?

Ojala means to hope/wish. It derives from the Arabic phrase "wa she Allah," meaning if God wills.

Q.7.
What two letters sound the same in Spanish and are often used interchangeably?

Although in English you can differentiate B and V, in Spanish, you can't. They sound the same, like a "B" where your lips don't touch.

Q.8.
From what language does the Spanish word for "soccer" derive?

The Spanish word for soccer is "futbol,” deriving directly from the English word, "football.”

Q.9.
“Te amo" and "te quiero" both mean "I love you.” But what's the difference?

“Te amo" means I love you, and "te quiero" means I want you. Te amo is used solely in a romantic setting or direct family and te quiero for friends.

Q.10.
Gustar" is the verb used to mean "like.” But what's its literal meaning in English?

When you say you like something in Spanish, you're actually saying that you're pleased by it. There's no direct word for like in Spanish.