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How to Say “Start” in Spanish — And When to Use It
2025-05-30
How to Say “Start” in Spanish — And When to Use It

If you’re learning Spanish or preparing for a trip to a Spanish-speaking country, one word you’ll want to get to grips with early on is “start.”
So let’s begin there:


    The most common translation for “start” in Spanish is empezar.
    It’s a verb that means “to start” or “to begin.” For example:
    Vamos a empezar la clase.  “We’re going to start the class.”


You might also see comenzar, which is a near synonym and used in much the same way. Depending on the country or region, one may be more common than the other – empezar is generally more widely used in everyday speech, while comenzar can sound slightly more formal or poetic.

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How to Say Thankful in Spanish (and Other Ways to Say Thank You)
2025-05-30
How to Say Thankful in Spanish (and Other Ways to Say Thank You)

If you’ve ever found yourself in a Spanish-speaking country or chatting with Spanish-speaking friends, one word you’ll definitely want to know is “thankful.” So, let’s get straight to it:
 

    The word for “thankful” in Spanish is agradecido (for men) or agradecida (for women). Estoy muy agradecido/a means “I’m very thankful.”
 

Gratitude is one of the most powerful human emotions — and learning how to express it in another language is a great way to connect with people on a deeper level. Whether you're a traveller, an expat or someone sending support across borders, knowing how to say “thankful” and “thank you” in Spanish adds a personal and respectful touch to your conversations.

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World Culture
Quando é o Dia dos Namorados no Brasil? (Dica: Não é em fevereiro)
2025-05-23
When is Valentine’s Day in Brazil? (Hint: It’s Not in February)

Valentine’s Day in Brazil is celebrated on June 12 – not February 14 like in many other countries. Known locally as Dia dos Namorados (Lover’s Day), it’s a day dedicated to romance, gift-giving and meaningful traditions, all with a uniquely Brazilian twist.

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Bigger Transfers, Bigger Smiles: Walmart Mexico Increases Cash Pickup Limits
2025-05-22
Bigger Transfers, Bigger Smiles: Walmart Mexico Increases Cash Pickup Limits

At Paysend, we’re always working to make international money transfers easy, fast and convenient for you — and now, sending money to Mexico just got even more convenient.


Starting April 1, 2025, Walmart Mexico has increased its cash pickup limit from $1300 USD to $1800 USD per transfer. That means your loved ones can now pick up more money in one go — with less hassle and fewer trips to Walmart!

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