Spanish word of the week: llano

Project 365: May 17, originally uploaded by jomoma58.

llano

English Translation: flat, straightforward, level, natural, ordinary, simple, plain

Spanish Example: Europa también es el continente más llano, con una altura media de 230 metros.

English Translation: Europe is also the flattest continent, with an average altitude of 230 meters.

Text copyright and courtesy of "El Sayulero" (Sayulitalife.com). Photo was taken by me, in southern Washington state, while riding on the back of my man's Harley.

Spanish word for the week: la sonrisa

I receive a wonderful online weekly newsletter from the little town of Sayulita, Mexico, which is about 30 miles north of Puerto Vallarta. I have been to Sayulita numerous times and, despite it's recent growth due to being "discovered", it is one of my most favorite places in Mexico. It has retained its small/town fishing village charm, and everyone knows everyone. In their newsletter, "El Sayulero", they usually have an update of what's going on in the community, and an interview with a local member of the community (or expat who lives there). They also have a Spanish word for the week, which I just love. So, this is courtesy of "El Sayulero", February 6:

Sayulita "word of the week"

la sonrisa
English Translation: smile
Spanish Example: No hay nada mejor que ver tu sonrisa.
English Translation: There is nothing better than seeing your smile.

Pictured: Bras and undies at the Sayulita market, courtesy of my daughter, Jen. (This picture makes me smile!)