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Common mistakes in Spanish Words and Phrases

In all languages there are some words that lead to mistakes in writing or use due to their similarity in pronunciation. Since this problem also exists in Spanish, we have prepared a selection of 100 words that frequently present problems to help you improve your Spanish. Remember that you can also consult our data base of "Spanish Words" (word of the day) to expand your vocabulary.

Aterrizaje de emergencia:
Literal translation from English. In Spanish use "aterrizaje forzoso".
Example:
Por un problema con un motor, el avión tuvo que hacer un aterrizaje forzoso.



México:
Should be pronounced with a "j", although it is spelled with an "x".
Example:
México es un país muy bonito.


Caló, calé:
Caló: Language of Spanish gypsies.
Calé: Individual belonging to that ethnic group.
Example:
No todos los gitanos hablan caló.
Ese hombre pertenece a la raza calé.



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