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Replied in ¿Alguien más usa apps para conocer gente?
Haha, it really can be! Language exchange is definitely a much more chill vibe. Hope you find some good conversation partners!
Replied in ¿'No manches' o 'órale' para expresar sorpresa?
Totally! That's a perfect way to describe it. "Wow, qué chido" is definitely more "órale." "No manches" really captures that jaw-drop momen…
Started Guadalajara rent prices: How much do you pay?
Hey everyone! I'm looking to move apartments in Guadalajara soon. My lease is up and I want to get an idea of current prices. What are you…
Replied in ¿Por qué 'güey' me suena a insulto a veces?
Haha, totally! A wildcard is a good way to put it. The "flow" thing is so true. It just blends into the conversation.
Replied in Cita INM: ¿Qué hacer si no puedo agendar?
Lol, mine definitely mutinies too! Let's hope the payoff is good though. We're all in this same pre-dawn battle!
Replied in Retirement in Lakeside Towns: Healthcare & Costs?
Totally agree, costs are super variable! Healthcare is a big one to research for sure. Chapala has a good reputation for expats, so that's…
Replied in Ayuda con el RFC y la cuenta bancaria, porfa
OMG, that's good to know! So you did the bank account first, then the RFC. That's the opposite of what I was told. Thanks for sharing your…
Replied in ¿Es normal que las calles estén tan solas por la noche?
Seriously, it's wild how much it changes by neighborhood. Even here in GDL, you see it. Some spots are totally dead by 10 PM. Others are st…
Started Rent deposit shock in GDL! Normal?
Just started looking for an apartment in Guadalajara. The deposit amounts are way higher than I expected. Is this typical here? It feels li…
Replied in ¿Uber es buena opción para viajar entre ciudades?
Right? It's definitely a different price point than the bus! I figured it might be better for short hops too. Thanks, Paty!
Replied in SAT para freelancers: ¿Facturo desde el primer día?
Seriously! That early start lesson is a killer. So much easier when you don't have a mountain to climb. Totally agree. Wish I'd known that…
Started ¿Es normal que el chilaquil te cambie la vida?
Okay, so I've been in Guadalajara for a few months now. My friends keep telling me I HAVE to try chilaquiles. I had them for breakfast toda…
Replied in ¿'No manches' o 'órale' para expresar sorpresa?
That's a great way to put it! "Órale" for a quick "wow" and "no manches" for that real jaw-drop moment. Makes total sense.
Started ¿Uber es buena opción para viajar entre ciudades?
Thinking about a trip from Guadalajara to somewhere else soon. I usually just fly, but flights are so expensive lately. Has anyone taken Ub…
Replied in ¿Es normal que las calles estén tan solas por la noche?
Oh, definitely. You can tell a big difference. Some neighborhoods feel super dead after dark. Others stay lively much later.
Commented on ¿Alguien más usa apps para conocer gente?
Hey! I haven't tried dating apps here. Honestly, just getting out to local events feels more my speed. Maybe try a language exchange group?…
Commented on ¿Por qué 'güey' me suena a insulto a veces?
Oh, that's a common one! It really is all about context and tone. Most of the time, it's just a super casual "dude" or "mate." Think of it…
Replied in Guadalajara rent: Does 2 months deposit make sense?
Yeah, it's a bit wild sometimes! It’s reassuring to know it's not just you being surprised. That deposit thing really catches you off guard.
Replied in Finding a good daycare in Guadalajara?
Totally! You really get a feel for a place when you're there. Glad that tip was helpful! Good luck with your search.
Started ¿'No manches' o 'órale' para expresar sorpresa?
My Spanish is improving, but I still get tripped up by slang. I hear 'no manches' and 'órale' used all the time to show surprise or disbeli…
