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Do you know the difference between the Preterito perfecto and the Indefinido?

Choose the correct tense.

Exercise outline

  1. Back to lesson
  2. Do you know the difference between the Preterito perfecto and the Indefinido?
  3. ¿Preterito perfecto or Indefinido?
  4. Conjugate the verbs in both texts

Example:

Ayer hice pasta para comer. (Yesterday I made pasta for lunch)

No sé si hoy ha ido a la oficina. (I don't know if he has gone to the office today)

El mes pasado me (inscribir-yo)  en el polideportivo de mi barrio. Como no (recibir-yo)  ninguna confirmación, hace 3 días (llamar-yo) por teléfono para ver si mi inscripción estaba en regla. Entonces la secretaria (mirar-ella)  en el ordenador y me (decir-ella)  : "Ya (introducir/yo) tus datos y tu nombre no (aparecer-él)  “¿Estás seguro de que te (registrarse-tú) correctamente? ”. Yo (responder) “Claro que sí. ¿De verdad no (encontrar/tú)  a nadie en la lista con el apellido Martinez?”». Al final todo fue un error. Menos mal!

Last month I enrolled the sports centre in my neighbourhood. As I didn't receive any confirmation, 3 days ago I called them to check if my registration was ok. The secretary had a look at the computer and said: "I have already introduced your details and your name didn't show up. Are you sure you did the registration properly?" I answered: "Of course I did. Are you sure you haven't found anybody called Martinez?". Finally it turns out everything was a mistake. Just as well!

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4.95/5


In recent years I have worked as an Academic Director at a Language School in northern Spain. My job duties there included designing intensive Spanish & English courses for beginners’, intermediate and advanced levels, as well as teaching both on-site and via Skype. This constant interest has allowed me to become familiar with techniques and tools that are essential in today´s second language learning, such as the materials used by the Cervantes Institute and the most renowned publications and blogs in the field of language teaching. Most particularly, I have made extensive use of audiovisuals and creative writing activities in order to develop consistent, effective courses. 


As an on-line teacher, I have steadily used different technology applications in language learning. My tasks as a teacher included setting homework and giving feedback to my students, according to their needs, on a regular basis, as well as keeping accurate register of their attendance and progress. 


Graduated in Hispanic Philology and Masters in Applied French, I have always kept up with my teaching training and have recently completed a Cambridge CELTA course for English teachers This further training has provided me with the familiarity to different teaching methodologies, which have proven to be extremely useful in my classes. 

My hobbies: art cinema, hiking, reading and watching and playing basketball.

Reviews

Teaching methodology

5/5

Communication

5/5

Punctuality

5/5

Internet connection

5/5

Learning materials

5/5
5/5

I wanted to refresh and improve my Spanish and I contacted Inigo because he 's certified in luinguistic. Inigo is very patient, professional and helpful. He provides well structured lessons, in a very friendly and good atmosphere which is really favorable for learning a foreign language. The lesson material is built around several support such as text, audio, video, etc. You can't be bored and it's nice to switch between the different materials along the hour. He's also fluent in French and English so he can switch from a language to another for any explanation if needed. I really enjoy my lessons with him and I definitely recommand him!

Íñigo J. Íñigo J. ES

Review

Teaching methodology

5/5

Communication

5/5

Punctuality

5/5

Internet connection

5/5

Learning materials

5/5
5/5

My name is Lisette and I live in Cape Town, South Africa.

I have had 2 years of tutoring experience in English and am currently tutoring a 5-year-old boy in the UK.

I am a certified ESL teacher after completing a 120-hour course through www.letstefl.com which is affiliated and accredited with WTEFLAC (World TEFL Accrediting Commission). This enables me to teach beginners, intermediate and advanced students.

I am very patient and believe in having a great relationship with my students, so learning revolves around trust, and making mistakes is natural! I strongly believe in motivation and praise and building your self-confidence on your English language journey. I will be with you all the way!

My learning materials depend on what lessons you require. If you are a beginner, we'll be using fun flashcards and props. I have an interactive board that I use as well as a whiteboard and playing games and checking your comprehension as we go along. Not to mention rewards and lots of fun!

For intermediate students, we can expand your basic English, learn about different pop cultures, what you are interested in, music, and social media.

If you just need basic English to shop, to use local transport or to order in a restaurant, I'll provide examples that are simple and easy to remember.

I look forward to hearing from you and any questions that you may have.

Reviews

Teaching methodology

5/5

Communication

5/5

Punctuality

5/5

Internet connection

5/5

Learning materials

5/5
5/5

Lisette is a new teacher and very happy about, being a part of coLanguage. She was well-prepared and have a wide range of learning materials for her students, with focus on young children. We can recommend Lisette as your new teacher!

This review was written by a coLanguage team member during a manual screening of this teacher profile.

Lisette W. Lisette W. ZA

Review

Teaching methodology

5/5

Communication

5/5

Punctuality

5/5

Internet connection

5/5

Learning materials

5/5
5/5

¡Hola!, my name is Juan, I’m Colombian and my native language is Spanish, I’m a certified teacher by Barcelona University in teaching Spanish as a foreign language, I have got more than 3 years of teaching Spanish to students from different countries in a face to face lessons and online lessons.

I'm a teacher focused on online teaching, with more than 1000 hours of class in online mode with students from different countries.

Due to my experience of teaching Spanish, I´m a professional person, with a lot of patience, charismatic, kind, smiling, punctual, responsible, disciplined, and dedicated teacher and with a great passion for teaching Spanish.

I rely on a method focused on communication and in the development of necessary skills to be able to communicate. My goal is that you are able to start a conversation with a native speaker, you can count on grammatical and lexical tools that support your communication. Grammar will not be a problem in my classes because you will learn it in an easy way.

Highlights about my lessons:

✔ Optimal interaction and communication with students.
✔ Classes adapted to your needs and overcoming your weaknesses.
✔ If you want exclusive conversational classes OR to study at a full level OR a pack of classes OR just to help you with an assignment or homework, with pleasure we can arrange them.
✔ I have a flexible schedule according to your needs and goals.
✔ A method based on communication and oral expression.
✔ Lessons full of planned, sequenced, and gamified activities.
✔ I have all the materials to teach you, at the end of each lesson you will have your materials and our studied notes.
✔ Spanish for all levels (A1, A2, B1, B2, C1, and C2).
✔ Knowledge and use of the best manuals and books for teaching Spanish.
✔ Knowledge of the use of current digital tools for teaching and learning.
✔ I’m fluent in English
✔ I’m fluent in Turkish
✔ I speak basic Italian and basic Arabic
✔ Book your trail lesson Now!

¡Nos vemos en clase!

Reviews

Teaching methodology

5/5

Communication

5/5

Punctuality

5/5

Internet connection

4.5/5

Learning materials

5/5
4.9/5

Juan Carlos is a very friendly and experienced teacher. He can offer you self made teaching material and great classes, I can surely recommend him as a teacher.

This review was written by a coLanguage team member during a manual screening of this teacher profile.

Juan Carlos  B. Juan Carlos B.

Review

Teaching methodology

5/5

Communication

5/5

Punctuality

5/5

Internet connection

5/5

Learning materials

5/5
5/5
English teacher - Philologist with experience in the sales / customer service sector.

Reviews

Teaching methodology

5/5

Communication

5/5

Punctuality

5/5

Internet connection

5/5

Learning materials

5/5
5/5

Ana is very motivated and enthusiastic to start teaching English. She is professional and she will adapt her lessons and learning materials to your needs, goals, and level.

This review was written by a coLanguage team member during a manual screening of this teacher profile.

Ana U. Ana U.

Review

Teaching methodology

5/5

Communication

5/5

Punctuality

5/5

Internet connection

5/5

Learning materials

5/5
5/5

I am French of Colombian descent, and currently live in southern France. I spent my childhood in Colombia, however I have been living in France for over 34 years. I also lived in the United States of America for a year, and in Brazil for 4 years. I am fluent in French, Spanish, and English, understand and speak Portuguese very well.
I have earned a Masters degree in didactics of languages from de University of Angers, a DAEFLE Diploma from the Alliance Française of Paris, and a Linguistics in French as a Foreign Language Diploma from the Sorbonne University of Paris.
I am a teacher of French and Spanish as foreign languages. I currently teach French to foreigners at a language institute in the city where I live, as well as give private virtual lessons.
I teach the language in a playful, thorough, and effective manner; for these purposes I use books, digital applications, short films and audio recordings.
It would be a pleasure to help you reach the goals of your expectations.

Reviews

Teaching methodology

5/5

Communication

5/5

Punctuality

5/5

Internet connection

5/5

Learning materials

5/5
5/5

Giovanna is a very friendly and experienced teacher. I had a very great time speaking to her and can definitely recommend her as a teacher.

This review was written by a coLanguage team member during a manual screening of this teacher profile.

Giovanna C. Giovanna C.

Review

Teaching methodology

5/5

Communication

5/5

Punctuality

5/5

Internet connection

5/5

Learning materials

5/5
5/5

English studies (Bachelor of Arts- Universidad Autonoma de Madrid)

8 years experience teaching in:
- schools (English as an extracurricular activity)
-language schools (all levels: children, teenagers and adults)
-companies (Business English)
-private lessons
-Trinity and Cambridge certifications: KET, PET, FIRST, ADVANCED, PROFICIENCY

Experience teaching online using ZOOM or SKYPE

Reviews

Teaching methodology

5/5

Communication

5/5

Punctuality

5/5

Internet connection

5/5

Learning materials

5/5
5/5

Valeria is a young, but very experienced teacher and well prepared to teach you. She is very friendly and I can certainly recommend her as a teacher.

This review was written by a coLanguage team member during a manual screening of this teacher profile.

Valeria V. Valeria V.

Review

Teaching methodology

5/5

Communication

5/5

Punctuality

5/5

Internet connection

5/5

Learning materials

5/5
5/5

I practice and adopt methods according to each student’s ability. It involves assignments customised by me, daily one-to-one conversations with my students about different topics, timely tests, picking up suggestions on what is working for the student and what is not working and changing methods which would best fit the student. I’m a Finance Analyst with an experience of more than 3 years in the Corporate Industry. I also take online English classes with the utmost motive of a better community of English Speakers. Mainly based out of Mumbai and Chennai, I also know the language barriers people who work in the Corporate world and the School students face. I am here to help them

Reviews

Teaching methodology

5/5

Communication

5/5

Punctuality

5/5

Internet connection

5/5

Learning materials

5/5
5/5

Srinithi is a young, well-prepared Teacher with a nice presence. She has a wide range of learning materials for all language levels (A1-C2) and is motivated to be your new teacher!

This review was written by a coLanguage team member during a manual screening of this teacher profile.

Srinithi S. Srinithi S. IN

Thank you so much Cansu :)

Review

Teaching methodology

5/5

Communication

5/5

Punctuality

5/5

Internet connection

5/5

Learning materials

5/5
5/5

Hi!
My name is Natalia and I am a teacher of Spanish as a foreign language. I was born in Uruguay and I’m currently living in Spain.

I have a degree in International Relations and I have been developing my career as a teacher.

My classes are designed following a natural and communicative, action-oriented approach. In each class you will be able to participate, think, give your opinion and thus you will develop step by step all the necessary skills to learn and master the language.

One-on-one Spanish lessons with me include:

- Authentic materials adapted to your needs and interests.
- Exercises and activities that will keep you motivated.
- Feedback and tips to progress.

If you…

- would love to travel through Latin America or Spain
- need to improve your pronunciation in Spanish, your fluency, your comprehension
- would like to invest in your professional career and you know that speaking Spanish is essential
- need Spanish to do business.
- or just want to learn this language because you like it

Book a free trial lesson with me and start learning this beautiful language!

Reviews

Teaching methodology

5/5

Communication

5/5

Punctuality

5/5

Internet connection

5/5

Learning materials

5/5
5/5

I need to practice the conjugation of the verbs because the past tense is very difficult and I confuse the end of the verbs -ir and -ar.

Translated by Google Translate

Natalia L. Natalia L. UY

Review

Teaching methodology

5/5

Communication

5/5

Punctuality

5/5

Internet connection

5/5

Learning materials

5/5
5/5
English and Spanish teacher

Reviews

Teaching methodology

5/5

Communication

5/5

Punctuality

4/5

Internet connection

5/5

Learning materials

5/5
4.8/5

Nallely is a friendly teacher and especially skilled to prepare you for your TOEFL exam. She has many good materials she can offer and I can surely recommend her.

This review was written by a coLanguage team member during a manual screening of this teacher profile.

Nallely M. Nallely M.

Review

Teaching methodology

5/5

Communication

5/5

Punctuality

4/5

Internet connection

5/5

Learning materials

5/5
4.8/5

Hola, qué tal!
I have always enjoyed working with languages, culture, education and people. I am originally from Venezuela so Spanish is my native language and I have been living in Belgium since 2009. My degree as Master in Industrial Sciences is equated here.
I am a teacher and since 2018 I have been teaching Spanish to adults. I am able to boost the self-confidence of my students. My lessons are for absolute beginners (direction level 1 and 2), intermediate (direction level 3) and advanced (direction level 4). Conversation is also possible. I focus on the four most important skills: speaking skills; listening skills, writing skills and reading skills. And also on grammar and spontaneous communication.
Teaching and language are just my passion and I would like to teach it to others. I work with adults and seniors, but know that every person learns in a different way. Pleasure in learning and daring to communicate are paramount to me: We use Spanish book and workbook; audio material (Spanish songs), card games and more!

Los espero!
Anamaria

Reviews

Teaching methodology

5/5

Communication

5/5

Punctuality

5/5

Internet connection

4.63/5

Learning materials

4.75/5
4.88/5

Anamaria is a very friendly and open teacher who already has quite some experience in teaching Spanish courses. She is proficient in teaching online and can teach both beginners and advanced students. In her classes she puts a lot of emphasis on a comfortable learning environment and on an interactive and fun learning process. So don't hesitate any longer and book your first lesson with Anamaria today!

This review was written by a coLanguage team member during a manual screening of this teacher profile.

Anamaria R. Anamaria R.

Review

Teaching methodology

5/5

Communication

5/5

Punctuality

5/5

Internet connection

5/5

Learning materials

5/5
5/5

Hi! My name is Mireia and I am a passionate of the English language. When I was 15 I moved to New York to know the language further and decided to study English Studies at university. My aim is to get all the students to love the language, to find ways in which English can be added into their daily life through entertainment, creating a nearly-inmersive environment.

Reviews

Teaching methodology

5/5

Communication

5/5

Punctuality

5/5

Internet connection

5/5

Learning materials

5/5
5/5

Mireia is a young and dynamic teacher who loves to teach her students the English language. She can teach from beginners to advanced and with her well-structured lessons you will reach your goals in no time. Her lessons are not only very practical, but she also tries to make them as creative and varied as possible, so you will never get bored! What are you waiting for? Book your first English lesson with Mireia now!

This review was written by a coLanguage team member during a manual screening of this teacher profile.

Mireia R. Mireia R.

Review

Teaching methodology

5/5

Communication

5/5

Punctuality

5/5

Internet connection

5/5

Learning materials

5/5
5/5
Professor

Reviews

Teaching methodology

5/5

Communication

4/5

Punctuality

4/5

Internet connection

5/5

Learning materials

5/5
4.6/5

Jan is a teacher with 25 years of experience. He has been teaching for different institutions such as schools, universities and private companies, to students having different levels (from A1 to C2). His learning materials are really good.

This review was written by a coLanguage team member during a manual screening of this teacher profile.

Jan S. Jan S. FR

Review

Teaching methodology

5/5

Communication

4/5

Punctuality

4/5

Internet connection

5/5

Learning materials

5/5
4.6/5
English and Arabic Language Teacher with 6 Years Experience with Adults and Children

Reviews

Teaching methodology

5/5

Communication

5/5

Punctuality

5/5

Internet connection

5/5

Learning materials

5/5
5/5

Elhamy is a nice person which wants to share his experiences. His learning materials mix grammar, discussion and english expression !

This review was written by a coLanguage team member during a manual screening of this teacher profile.

Elhamy A. Elhamy A. IT

Review

Teaching methodology

5/5

Communication

5/5

Punctuality

5/5

Internet connection

5/5

Learning materials

5/5
5/5
Teacher with extensive experience in teaching French as a foreign language

Reviews

Teaching methodology

5/5

Communication

5/5

Punctuality

5/5

Internet connection

5/5

Learning materials

5/5
5/5

Maria is an experienced French teacher. She has teaching French to adults and children and knows how interacts with them. Moreover she gets different materials for learning French as videos, music, grammar exercises and discussions. Maria is a smiling and nice person, students will enjoy learning French with her and she adaptes her lessons to students level.

This review was written by a coLanguage team member during a manual screening of this teacher profile.

Maria Sandra M. Maria Sandra M. VE

Review

Teaching methodology

5/5

Communication

5/5

Punctuality

5/5

Internet connection

5/5

Learning materials

5/5
5/5


In recent years I have worked as an Academic Director at a Language School in northern Spain. My job duties there included designing intensive Spanish & English courses for beginners’, intermediate and advanced levels, as well as teaching both on-site and via Skype. This constant interest has allowed me to become familiar with techniques and tools that are essential in today´s second language learning, such as the materials used by the Cervantes Institute and the most renowned publications and blogs in the field of language teaching. Most particularly, I have made extensive use of audiovisuals and creative writing activities in order to develop consistent, effective courses. 


As an on-line teacher, I have steadily used different technology applications in language learning. My tasks as a teacher included setting homework and giving feedback to my students, according to their needs, on a regular basis, as well as keeping accurate register of their attendance and progress. 


Graduated in Hispanic Philology and Masters in Applied French, I have always kept up with my teaching training and have recently completed a Cambridge CELTA course for English teachers This further training has provided me with the familiarity to different teaching methodologies, which have proven to be extremely useful in my classes. 

My hobbies: art cinema, hiking, reading and watching and playing basketball.

Reviews

Teaching methodology

5/5

Communication

5/5

Punctuality

5/5

Internet connection

5/5

Learning materials

5/5
5/5

I wanted to refresh and improve my Spanish and I contacted Inigo because he 's certified in luinguistic. Inigo is very patient, professional and helpful. He provides well structured lessons, in a very friendly and good atmosphere which is really favorable for learning a foreign language. The lesson material is built around several support such as text, audio, video, etc. You can't be bored and it's nice to switch between the different materials along the hour. He's also fluent in French and English so he can switch from a language to another for any explanation if needed. I really enjoy my lessons with him and I definitely recommand him!

Íñigo J. Íñigo J. ES

Review

Teaching methodology

5/5

Communication

5/5

Punctuality

5/5

Internet connection

5/5

Learning materials

5/5
5/5

My name is Lisette and I live in Cape Town, South Africa.

I have had 2 years of tutoring experience in English and am currently tutoring a 5-year-old boy in the UK.

I am a certified ESL teacher after completing a 120-hour course through www.letstefl.com which is affiliated and accredited with WTEFLAC (World TEFL Accrediting Commission). This enables me to teach beginners, intermediate and advanced students.

I am very patient and believe in having a great relationship with my students, so learning revolves around trust, and making mistakes is natural! I strongly believe in motivation and praise and building your self-confidence on your English language journey. I will be with you all the way!

My learning materials depend on what lessons you require. If you are a beginner, we'll be using fun flashcards and props. I have an interactive board that I use as well as a whiteboard and playing games and checking your comprehension as we go along. Not to mention rewards and lots of fun!

For intermediate students, we can expand your basic English, learn about different pop cultures, what you are interested in, music, and social media.

If you just need basic English to shop, to use local transport or to order in a restaurant, I'll provide examples that are simple and easy to remember.

I look forward to hearing from you and any questions that you may have.

Reviews

Teaching methodology

5/5

Communication

5/5

Punctuality

5/5

Internet connection

5/5

Learning materials

5/5
5/5

Lisette is a new teacher and very happy about, being a part of coLanguage. She was well-prepared and have a wide range of learning materials for her students, with focus on young children. We can recommend Lisette as your new teacher!

This review was written by a coLanguage team member during a manual screening of this teacher profile.

Lisette W. Lisette W. ZA

Review

Teaching methodology

5/5

Communication

5/5

Punctuality

5/5

Internet connection

5/5

Learning materials

5/5
5/5

¡Hola!, my name is Juan, I’m Colombian and my native language is Spanish, I’m a certified teacher by Barcelona University in teaching Spanish as a foreign language, I have got more than 3 years of teaching Spanish to students from different countries in a face to face lessons and online lessons.

I'm a teacher focused on online teaching, with more than 1000 hours of class in online mode with students from different countries.

Due to my experience of teaching Spanish, I´m a professional person, with a lot of patience, charismatic, kind, smiling, punctual, responsible, disciplined, and dedicated teacher and with a great passion for teaching Spanish.

I rely on a method focused on communication and in the development of necessary skills to be able to communicate. My goal is that you are able to start a conversation with a native speaker, you can count on grammatical and lexical tools that support your communication. Grammar will not be a problem in my classes because you will learn it in an easy way.

Highlights about my lessons:

✔ Optimal interaction and communication with students.
✔ Classes adapted to your needs and overcoming your weaknesses.
✔ If you want exclusive conversational classes OR to study at a full level OR a pack of classes OR just to help you with an assignment or homework, with pleasure we can arrange them.
✔ I have a flexible schedule according to your needs and goals.
✔ A method based on communication and oral expression.
✔ Lessons full of planned, sequenced, and gamified activities.
✔ I have all the materials to teach you, at the end of each lesson you will have your materials and our studied notes.
✔ Spanish for all levels (A1, A2, B1, B2, C1, and C2).
✔ Knowledge and use of the best manuals and books for teaching Spanish.
✔ Knowledge of the use of current digital tools for teaching and learning.
✔ I’m fluent in English
✔ I’m fluent in Turkish
✔ I speak basic Italian and basic Arabic
✔ Book your trail lesson Now!

¡Nos vemos en clase!

Reviews

Teaching methodology

5/5

Communication

5/5

Punctuality

5/5

Internet connection

4.5/5

Learning materials

5/5
4.9/5

Juan Carlos is a very friendly and experienced teacher. He can offer you self made teaching material and great classes, I can surely recommend him as a teacher.

This review was written by a coLanguage team member during a manual screening of this teacher profile.

Juan Carlos  B. Juan Carlos B.

Review

Teaching methodology

5/5

Communication

5/5

Punctuality

5/5

Internet connection

5/5

Learning materials

5/5
5/5
English teacher - Philologist with experience in the sales / customer service sector.

Reviews

Teaching methodology

5/5

Communication

5/5

Punctuality

5/5

Internet connection

5/5

Learning materials

5/5
5/5

Ana is very motivated and enthusiastic to start teaching English. She is professional and she will adapt her lessons and learning materials to your needs, goals, and level.

This review was written by a coLanguage team member during a manual screening of this teacher profile.

Ana U. Ana U.

Review

Teaching methodology

5/5

Communication

5/5

Punctuality

5/5

Internet connection

5/5

Learning materials

5/5
5/5