Spanish teacher in Vietnam teaches Andalusian slang to students

David Jiménez, a teacher from Málaga living in Vietnam for six years, has gone viral for introducing Andalusian expressions into his English classes. The idea arose when students noticed cultural differences; Jiménez began teaching phrases like 'illo', 'ven pa'ca', and 'qué pasa' alongside standard greetings. Source: infobae

Teaching method

Jiménez uses humor and positive reinforcement, linking the Andalusian words to fun activities. He says students associate English with playing and laughter, making language learning enjoyable. Parents report that children who disliked speaking Vietnamese now enjoy speaking English. Source: elmundoes

Social media and family

Despite his online popularity, Jiménez says his life in Vietnam remains unchanged. He now creates videos with his grandfather in Málaga, showing everyday meals like meatballs in almond sauce. These unscripted clips have been well received for their authenticity. Source: infobae