The importance of comprehension for a successful communication in Latin America

Exploring Diversity Through The Spanish Speaking CountriesBy: la seorita Gudio

Latin America(Spanish Speaking Countries)

21 Spanish Speaking countries.

Latin America expands throughout five regions:

-North America - Central America - South America -Europe -The Caribbean

Question: Have you evervisited one of these countries?

North America

Mxico

Central America

GuatemalaEl SalvadorHondurasNicaraguaCosta RicaPanam

South America

VenezuelaColombiaEcuadorPerBoliviaChileArgentinaUruguayParaguay

CaribbeanCubaDominican RepublicPuerto Rico

EuropeSpain

Mini quiz! Can you name them all???

(Take the next 10 minutes and Fill in the Blanks)Key:GuatemalaEl SalvadorHondurasNicaraguaCosta RicaPanamMxicoVenezuelaColombiaEcuadorPerBoliviaChileArgentinaUruguayParaguay

CubaDominican RepublicPuerto RicoSpain

Are all Spanish speaking countries the same?

Nope!!!!!

Mxico

North America-MxicoA country rich in history, tradition and culture, Mexico is made up of 31 states and one federal district.It is the third largest country in Latin America and has one of the largest populations-more than 1000 million-making it the home of more Spanish speakers than any other nation in the world.Many of Mexicos rural areas are still inhabited by indigenous people whose lifestyles are quite similar to those of their ancestors.The majority of the Mexican population speaks Spanish, the official national language. However, another 60 indigenous languages are still spoken in Mexico, including Maya in the Yucatn; Huastec in northern Veracruz; Nahuatl, Tarastec, Totonac, Otom and Mazahua mainly in the Mesa Central region; Zapotec, Mixtec and Mazatec in Oaxaca; and Tzeltal and Tzotzil in Chiapas.The sports of the Mexican culture are, soccer, boxing, baseball, bullfighting, and lucha libre.Mexican cuisine varies greatly by region but depends heavily on an ancient trinity of staples: corn(maize),beans and squash.Holidays: Semana Santa, Christmas, Las Posadas, Da de los Reyes, El da de la Virgen de Guadalupe, Da de los muertos,Halloween, All Souls Day, Da de la Raza, Independence Day and Cinco de Mayo.

Questions:Is Spanish the only language spoken in Mexico? If not, what other languages are spoken?

Costa Rica:

Central America- Costa RicaThe staples of the Costa Rican diet are rice and black beans, along with bread, chicken or meat, vegetables, salads, and fruits. Rice and beans mixed together for breakfast is called GALLO PINTO.Costa Ricans refer to themselves as Ticos(males) and Ticas(females).Less than 1% of Costa Ricans are of indigenous ancestry. 94% are of European or mestizo ethnicity.Currency: the ColonCosta Rica has a population of 4.1 million. The capital is San Jose,with a metro area population of approximately 2 million. The life expentancy is almost 77 years, one of the highest in the world.Languages spoken: Spanish and EnglishDue to its geographical location, Costa Rica bridges the northern and southern most points of the two American contents. This makes Costa Rica the meeting point of a variety of cultures and a density of plant and animal species said to be unlike any other country in the world.

Question: What do Costa Rican women and menrefer themselves as?

Colombia:

With a population of 42.3 million, Colombia is a nation of mixed race.Ethnic groups: mestizo 58%, white 20%, mulatto 14%, black 4%, mixed black-Amerindian 3%, and Amerindian 1%.The official language is Spanish, which was imposed during the colonial period. Al Colombians speak it except some of the indigenous populations in the Amazonian basin. In major cities, English is used, particularly by the upper class, but it is not commonly understood or spoken. In addition to Spanish, over 200 indigenous languages and dialects are spoken.The family takes center stage in the social structure.Colombia can be termed a hierarchical society.People earn respect due to age and position.Men shake hands with direct eye contact.Numerous national holidays celebrate the country and its culture, and many religious holidays are celebrated as national holidays. Important church holidays include the Epiphany; Holy Week, which includes Easter; All Saints Day; the Immaculate Conception; and Christmas. Colombia also celebrates the feast days of various saints on both a national and a local level.Feminine beauty is considered very important, and the country celebrates it each November with the crowning of Miss Colombia. Apart from soccer, the Reinado de Belleza is the most popular sports event.

South America-Colombia

Questions: What is one Colombian Holiday?

Were all unique and beautiful in our own special ways. Say no to generalizations.

-Seorita Gudio

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