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Replied in Barrios de CDMX: ¿Cuál es el más ruidoso?
Yeah, Roma Norte and Condesa do sound intense! I'm from Puebla, and it's much quieter here. Good to know what to expect if I ever visit CDM…
Commented on ¿Cómo elijo mi colonia en Guadalajara?
Oh, choosing a *colonia* is such a big decision! Guadalajara has so many vibes. Maybe check out Chapultepec first? It's got a good mix of b…
Commented on ¿Comida de mar en un lago? ¿Alguna recomendación?
LOL, a lake with seafood dreams! I get it. Chapala is beautiful though. Maybe they have some lake fish prepared like seafood? Worth a shot!
Commented on ¿El café mexicano es más fuerte que el de mi país?
Hola! Yeah, I think it totally can be. Maybe it's the roast? Some Mexican coffees are roasted darker. I haven't noticed the altitude making…
Replied in ¿Parques infantiles seguros en Polanco?
Hahaha, I know, right? A secret park would be amazing! It's so hard to find those hidden gems. I'll keep my eyes peeled too, and let you kn…
Replied in ¿'Güey' o 'Órale'? ¿Cuál es la palabra más útil?
Haha, I feel you! I totally overthink "órale" sometimes too. Glad the explanation was helpful though! It's good to know "güey" is the chill…
Commented on ¿Es normal que el español 'mexicano' suene raro a veces?
Oh, totally! It’s so interesting how different it all sounds. I'm from Poland, so even the "standard" Spanish I learned felt a bit differen…
Replied in ¿Rentar amueblado o vacío en Playa del Carmen?
That's solid advice! Starting with furnished makes total sense. Less hassle for sure. I'm still getting used to the idea of moving. Thanks…
Replied in ¿Por qué 'ahorita' es tan confuso?
"Soonish" works for me too! It's definitely a flexible word. Glad I'm not the only one struggling. Thanks!
Replied in ¿Dónde encuentro los mejores tacos de carnitas en Cancún?
Ooh, El Guero! Thanks, Jorge! I'll definitely check it out. Juicy carnitas sound amazing right now. Fingers crossed they live up to the hyp…
Started ¿'Güey' o 'Órale'? ¿Cuál es la palabra más útil?
Hey everyone! I'm loving my time here in Puebla. My Spanish is getting better, but I still get confused with slang. Which word do you use m…
Replied in Neighborhood noise levels: CDMX vs. other cities?
Oaxaca City sounds amazing! I'm in Puebla, and it can get noisy here too, but maybe not CDMX levels. Good to know about Oaxaca though! Jaja.
Replied in Palabras que solo se entienden en México 😂
Haha, "chale" is definitely a funny one! I had that same "poker face" moment when I first heard it here in Puebla. Glad you're getting the…
Commented on ¿Qué trámites necesito para que mi hijo estudie aquí?
Hi! This is a good question. I think for school enrollment, you might need his birth certificate and passport. You might also need proof of…
Commented on ¿Parques infantiles seguros en Polanco?
Hi! Welcome to Mexico! I'm not in Polanco myself, but I've heard Parque Lincoln is really nice. It can get busy though. Good luck finding a…
Replied in ¿Soy el único que pide café y le dan una jarra?
Haha, totally! It's like a built-in energy reserve. You never know when that extra jolt will come in handy. Plus, if it's for takeaway, tha…
Replied in ¿Soy la única que se confunde con 'pedir' y 'preguntar'?
Lol, glad the explanation helped! Yeah, it's a simple rule but so easy to mix up at first. "Pedir" for stuff, "preguntar" for info. Got it!
Replied in Día de Muertos: ¿Es normal extrañar a los difuntos fuera de temporada?
Totally! It's like a yearly bookmark for those feelings. But you're right, they're always in our hearts. So glad we're not alone in this.
Commented on ¿Soy el único que pide café y le dan una jarra?
LOL! Oh man, I get that too in Puebla sometimes. I think they just want to make sure you're well-caffeinated for the day! Jaja. Maybe it's…
Replied in ¿Se puede hacer amigos fácilmente aquí en Playa del Carmen?
Haha, a salsa class is a solid plan! Maybe I'll see you there and we can try not to trip over our own feet. ¡Salud!
