Hola! Is there anything else you'd like to try to learn Spanish? Many people who work with languages have already tried a lot of different ways. Though, not all of these things work for everyone, and the fact that each person prefers one method over another shows that the material and the learner need to be a good fit.
Most people who have studied Spanish would be too self-conscious to learn, understand, and then translate a Spanish phrase or sentence word by word into English. This is one of the most common mistakes made by language learners, because it shows that if every word is translated into English, there will be less confusion. It's kind of funny that the more often this is done, the worse it gets. Don't use this method to learn, as a word of advice.
You should pay more attention to how a group of words makes you feel. By reading Spanish texts and making a list of the words you don't understand, you can easily improve your vocabulary and general understanding of the language. It might take you a few days, a few weeks, or even a few months to finish, but it will be worth it. The words or phrases you wrote down will also help a lot, because a quick look at them will remind you of how to use them or what they mean, and that will always stay in your mind. What's up? It shows you why you shouldn't repeat the same mistakes. Thus, making you learn as you go.
Use the Spanish ads that are easy to see or hear on the radio, cable TV, Internet radio, and the Internet in general. Even though the words may seem strange at first, the point of commercials is to get you to think deeply about the words used to describe the products being sold. The same thing will happen to you. Ignore the product being advertised and focus on the Spanish words. The more you hear Spanish and try to figure out what it means, the easier it will be for you to use it on your own.
