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Spanish Essay Phrases: 40 Useful Phrases for an Impressive Writeup

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May 30, 2019

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Do you need to write a lot of essays in Spanish? If you do, don’t worry. It's about to get a little bit easier for you because here in this article, we’ve listed many useful Spanish essay phrases that you can readily use in your essays.

Feel free to pepper your essays with the words and expressions from this list. It would certainly elevate your essays and impress your teachers. You're welcome!

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65 spanish phrases to use in an essay.

If Spanish is not your first language, memorizing specific phrases can help you improve your essay-writing skills and make you sound more like a native speaker. Thus below, you will find a list of useful phrases categorized by groups to help you appear more proficient and take your essays to the next level!

Introductory Phrases

Based on my vast experience as a freelance writer , I can say that starting an essay is undoubtedly the most challenging part of essay writing. Nonetheless, many phrases have proven to help organize my thoughts and form cohesive and intriguing introductions, such as:

• “Para empezar” – To begin with

• “Al principio” – At the beginning… 

• “En primer lugar” – To start… 

• “Empecemos por considerar” – Let’s begin by considering/acknowledging 

• “A manera de introducción” – We can start by saying…

• “Como punto de partida “ – As a starting point

• “Hoy en día” – Nowadays… Notice that these introductory phrases are not exactly the same than those you would use in a conversation. For that, I suggest reading my article about Sentence Starters in Spanish .

You can also use phrase to introduce a new topic in the text such as:

• En lo que se refiere a – Regarding to
• Respecto a – Regarding to
• En cuanto a – Regarding to
• Cuando se trata de – When it comes to
• Si pasamos a hablar de – If we go ahead to talk about

Concluding Phrases

It is also crucial that you know how to finish your essay. A good conclusion will allow you to tie all your ideas together and emphasize the key takeaways. Below, a few ways in which you can begin a concluding argument:

• “En conclusion” – In conclusion

• “En resumen/resumiendo…” – In summary

• “Como se puede ver…” – As you can see

• “Para concluir” – To conclude

• “Para finalizar” – To finish

• “Finalmente, podemos decir que…” – We can then say that…

• “ En consecuencia, podemos decir que…” – As a result, one can say that…

• “Por fin” – Finally

Transitional Phrases

Transitions phrases are crucial if you wish your essay to flow smoothly. Thus, I recommend you pay special attention to the following sentences:

• “Además” – Besides

• “Adicionalmente” – In addition…

• “Dado que…” – Given that…

• “Por lo tanto” – Therefore

• “Entonces” – Thus/So

• “Debido a…” – Hence

• “Mientras tanto” – Meanwhile

• “Por lo que” – This is why

• “Desde entonces” – Since then

Argumentative Phrases

When writing essays, it is very common for us to need to include argumentative phrases to get our message across. Hence, if you are looking for new ways to introduce an argument, below a few ideas:

• “Por otro lado…” – On the other hand…

• “En primera instancia…” – First of all 

• “A diferencia de…” – As oppossed to

• “De igual forma” – More so

• “Igualmente” – The same goes for… 

• “En otras palabras” – In other words

• “A pesar de que…” – Although 

• “Aunque” – Even though 

• “En contraste” – By contrast 

• “De hecho…” – In fact… 

• “Sin embargo” – Nevertheless

• “No obstante” – However

Opinion Phrases

There are many formal (and less formal ways) to express your opinions and beliefs in Spanish. Here, a few examples: 

• “Considero que…” – I considerthat…

• “Mi opinión es” – It is my opinion

• “Pienso que…” – I think that…

• “Opino que” – In my opinion…

• “Afortunadamente” – Fortunately

• “ Lamentablemente” – Unfortunately

• “Me parece que…” – It seems to me that…

• “En mi opinión” – I believe that…

• “En mi experiencia” – Based on my experience

• “Como yo lo veo…” – As I see it…

• “Es mi parecer” – My pointview 

General Phrases

Finally, I wanted to include a group of useful common phrases that can enrich your essay’s vocabulary:

•   “En realidad” – In reality

• “Actualmente” – Today/Nowadays 

• “De acuerdo a…” – According to… 

• “Por ejemplo” – For example

• “Cabe recalcar que…” – It is important to note that… 

• “Vale la pena resaltar que…” – It is important to highlight that… 

• “No podemos ignorar que…” – We can’t ignore that… 

• “Normalmente” – Usually/Normally 

• “Por lo general” – In general

• “Es normal que…” – It is normal to…

• “Otro hecho importante es…” – Another relevant factor is… 

• “Podría decirse que…” – One could say that… 

• “Para ilustrar” – To illustrate 

There you have it! A list of 60 useful phrases you can memorize to make your essays sound more professional and become more appealing to readers. However, if you are struggling and need further assistance with your essay, here you can see an Spanish essay example that can help you to structure and edit your work.

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51 Spanish Phrases for Essays to Impress with Words

• January 7, 2021

Joanna Lupa

Communicating in a foreign language is hard enough, even in everyday situations, when no sophisticated or academic vocabulary is needed. 

Being able to write an actual essay in Spanish requires you not only to have a solid grammar base but also be knowledgeable about specific phrases and words typically used in school and university writing. 

For those of you who study in one of the Spanish speaking countries or are toying with the idea of signing up for an exchange program, I have prepared a summary of useful Spanish phrases for essays. They are divided into the following categories:

• Connectors (sequence, contrast, cause and effect, additional information, and conclusion)
• Expressions to give your opinion, agree and disagree with a thesis
• fancy academic expressions

Spanish Connectors to Use in Essays

Written language tends to be more formal than the spoken one. Ideas get explained in complex sentences showing how they relate to each other. A fantastic tool to achieve that is connectors.

What are some useful Spanish connectors for essays? Let’s have a look at the ten examples below:

• 🇪🇸 primero – 🇬🇧 first
• 🇪🇸 segundo – 🇬🇧 second
• 🇪🇸 el siguiente argumento – 🇬🇧 the next argument
• 🇪🇸 finalmente – 🇬🇧 finally, last but not least 
• 🇪🇸 sin embargo – 🇬🇧 however, nevertheless, nonetheless
• 🇪🇸 por lo tanto – 🇬🇧 therefore, thus
• 🇪🇸 además – 🇬🇧 besides
• 🇪🇸 por un lado….por el otro lado – 🇬🇧 on the one hand….on the other hand
• 🇪🇸 a menos que – 🇬🇧 unless
• 🇪🇸 a pesar de (algo) – 🇬🇧 despite / in spite of (something)
• 🇪🇸 aunque / a pesar de que – 🇬🇧 although / even though
• 🇪🇸 debido a – 🇬🇧 due to
• 🇪🇸 puesto que / dado que – 🇬🇧 given that
• 🇪🇸 ya que –  🇬🇧 since
• 🇪🇸 mientras que – 🇬🇧 whereas
• 🇪🇸 en conclusión – 🇬🇧 in conclusion
• 🇪🇸 para concluir – 🇬🇧 to conclude

Do you think you would know how to use these connectors in an essay? Let’s suppose you are writing about ecology:

🇪🇸 Los paises han estado cambiando sus politicas. Sin embargo, aún queda mucho por hacer.  🇬🇧 Countries have been changing their policies. However, there is still a lot to do. 

🇪🇸 Una de las amenazas climáticas es el efecto invernadero. Además está la contaminación del agua que presenta un serio riesgo para la salud.  🇬🇧 One of the climate threats is the greenhouse effect. Besides, there is water pollution that presents a severe health hazard. 

🇪🇸 A pesar de los acuerdos internacionales, varios países no han mejorado sus normas ambientales.  🇬🇧 Despite international agreements, many countries haven’t yet improved their environmental standards. 

🇪🇸 Debido a la restricción en el uso de bolsas de plástico desechables, Chile ha podido reducir su huella de carbono.  🇬🇧 Due to the restrictions in the use of disposable plastic bags, Chile has been able to reduce its carbon print. 

Spanish Phrases to Express Your Opinion in Essays

Essay topics commonly require you to write what you think about something. Or whether you agree or disagree with an idea, a project, or someone’s views. 

The words below will allow you to express your opinion effortlessly and go beyond the typical “creo que ” – “ I think ”:

• 🇪🇸 (yo) opino que – 🇬🇧 in my opinion
• 🇪🇸 me parece que – 🇬🇧 it seems to me
• 🇪🇸 desde mi punto de vista – 🇬🇧 from my point of view
• 🇪🇸 (no) estoy convencido que  – 🇬🇧 I am (not) convinced that
• 🇪🇸 no me cabe la menor duda – 🇬🇧 I have no doubt 
• 🇪🇸 estoy seguro que – 🇬🇧 I’m sure
• 🇪🇸 dudo que – 🇬🇧 I doubt
• 🇪🇸 sospecho que – 🇬🇧 I suspect
• 🇪🇸 asumo que – 🇬🇧 I assume
• 🇪🇸 estoy (totalmente, parcialmente) de acuerdo – 🇬🇧 I (totally, partially) agree
• 🇪🇸 no estoy de acuerdo en absoluto – 🇬🇧 I absolutely disagree
• 🇪🇸 opino diferente – 🇬🇧 I have a different opinion
• 🇪🇸 me niego a aceptar – 🇬🇧 I refuse to accept
• 🇪🇸 estoy en contra / a favor de – 🇬🇧 I am against / in favor of
• 🇪🇸 no podría estar más de acuerdo – 🇬🇧 I couldn’t agree more
• 🇪🇸 encuentro absolutamente cierto / falso  – 🇬🇧 I find it absolutely correct / false

Phrases like these can really give shape to your essay and increase its formality level. This time, let’s verify it with views on education: 

🇪🇸 Opino que estudiando remotamente los jóvenes están perdiendo las habilidades sociales.  🇬🇧 In my opinion, remote schooling makes youngsters lose their social skills. 

🇪🇸 Dudo que esta decisión traiga verdaderos cambios para el sistema educacional en mi país.  🇬🇧 I doubt this change will bring any real changes to the educational system in my country. 

🇪🇸 Estoy totalmente de acuerdo con que todos deberían tener acceso a educación de calidad. 🇬🇧 I totally agree that everyone should have access to good quality education. 

🇪🇸 Estoy en contra de escuelas solo para niñas o solo para niños.  🇬🇧 I am against girls-only or boys-only schools. 

Pay attention to certain language differences between English and Spanish versions. The most common mistake that my students make is to say “ I am agree ” ❌ (direct translation from “ Estoy de acuerdo ”) instead of “ I agree ”✔️. 

Fancy Academic Verbs and Expressions for Essays in Spanish

Would you like to impress your professor with sophisticated academic vocabulary or get extra points on your DELE? Grab a pen and take notes:

• 🇪🇸 afirmar  – 🇬🇧 to state
• 🇪🇸 refutar – 🇬🇧 to refute, to reject
• 🇪🇸 argumentar – 🇬🇧 to argue that
• 🇪🇸 poner en duda  – 🇬🇧 to cast doubt
• 🇪🇸 poner en evidencia – 🇬🇧 to shed light 
• 🇪🇸 demostrar – 🇬🇧 to demonstrate
• 🇪🇸 concentrarse en – 🇬🇧 to focus on
• 🇪🇸 sostener – 🇬🇧 to sustain
• 🇪🇸 reflejar – 🇬🇧 to reflect
• 🇪🇸 considerando (que) – 🇬🇧 considering (that)
• 🇪🇸 siendo realista – 🇬🇧 realistically speaking
• 🇪🇸 de cierto modo – 🇬🇧 in a way
• 🇪🇸 en lo que se refiere a – 🇬🇧 with regards to
• 🇪🇸 en vista de – 🇬🇧 in view of
• 🇪🇸 de acuerdo a – 🇬🇧 according to
• 🇪🇸 no obstante – 🇬🇧 nevertheless

So many great words to work with! And some of them sound really similar to English, right? This is exactly why Spanish is such a good option when you want to learn a second language.

Let’s see how to make all these verbs and phrases work:

🇪🇸 Los resultados de los nuevos estudios ponen en duda la relación entre el consumo de huevos y altos niveles de colesterol.  🇬🇧 The recent study findings cast doubt on the relation between egg consumption and high cholesterol levels. 

🇪🇸 Los autores del estudio argumentan que los azucares y los carbohidratos juegan un rol importante en este asunto.  🇬🇧 The authors of the study argue that sugars and carbs play an important role in this topic. 

🇪🇸 En lo que se refiere al consumo de carne, este influye directamente los niveles de colesterol malo, sobre todo si es carne con mucha grasa. 🇬🇧 Regarding meat consumption, it directly influences the levels of “bad” cholesterol, especially in the case of greasy meat. 

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Basic Guidelines For Writing Essays in Spanish

Students tend to focus on speaking practice while learning Spanish, so they often neglect writing. However, most educators emphasize its importance for mastering the language. They say it’s impossible to become fluent in a particular language if one doesn’t train writing skills. 

Therefore, teachers give a lot of essay assignments to students. This type of homework is a great way to inspire them to think and communicate in Spanish effectively. It may be quite difficult to complete such a task. However, it’s one of the most effective ways to learn Spanish or any other language.

You may be tempted to go online and find the best essay writing service to have your essay written for you. This may be helpful when you’re pressed for time, but in the long run, you’re missing an opportunity to improve your own essay writing skills. That’s why we are going to provide you with some recommendations on how to ease the writing process.

Some tips on writing in Spanish 

• Be careful with word spelling. Remember that teachers pay special attention to spelling so it can either make or break your student image. Having good spelling makes a positive impression of your writing skills and boosts your grades. 
• Make your essay coherent with the help of connectors. Use them to explain the relationship between the ideas so your essay doesn’t look like just a list of thoughts and facts. 
• Pay attention to syntax or the word order. As you need to stick to the academic style, try to keep the traditional order such as “subject + verb + objects”. This will also help you express your opinion in a simpler way, so it’s more clear to the reader.
• Avoid word repetitions by using synonyms. Frequent repetitions make your text boring and heavy. If you use the same words again and again, your essay will look dull. Hence, try to find synonyms in Spanish thesaurus and replace the most commonly used expressions with them. 
• Before you create a final version of your essay, let someone read it and give feedback. It’s hard to be objective about your writing, so ask another person to tell you which ideas are less clear if your text contains any confusing phrases, and what are the positive aspects that can be reinforced. 
• Do not write the essay in your native language first to translate it into Spanish then. This approach is not viable for mastering a foreign language. The only thing that you are doing by translating the text literally is practicing the grammatical structures that you have learned. This doesn’t help you learn new idioms and collocations that don’t follow the general grammatical rules. 

Now that you know how to make your writing better, let’s consider a step-by-step guide to essay writing in Spanish. 

Pick an interesting topic 

If possible, choose a topic you are truly excited about. Unless the specific title was given to you by instructors, find a theme you want to research and write about. True interest is what will drive you towards creating an excellent piece. If you enjoy reading about the subject you are going to analyze in your essay, then you will definitely succeed in writing. Remember that decent work can be done only if you are passionate about it. 

Brainstorm the ideas 

When it comes to any project, brainstorming is an integral stage of the creation process. This is one of the most efficient ways to gain insights and generate new ideas. You can use this technique to think of the main supporting arguments, an approach for a catchy introduction, and paragraph organization. You can also try freewriting and/or make a brief outline to ease the writing process itself. 

Create an introduction 

Probably the main rule about creating an introduction that you have to stick to is adding a clear thesis statement there. It must be included in the first paragraph to give your essay a certain direction and help the readers focus their attention on the topic. Also, your introduction must be catchy and intriguing to evoke the desire to read the essay further and learn more. 

Organize an essay body 

It’s essential to make the body paragraphs organized logically. You need to make sure that each of them is closely related to the main topic and discusses one major point. Each body paragraph must consist of a topic sentence and supporting arguments with evidence. It’s very important to write sentences in a logical sequence so they follow each other orderly. Also, since paragraphs shouldn’t overlap in content, add smooth transitions from one to the other. 

Sum up the content 

The vital requirement to the conclusion is that it must logically relate to the original thesis statement. Generally, it’s not acceptable to introduce new ideas in the conclusion. Instead, you need to sum up the main points mentioned in the essay’s body. It’s also forbidden to add any off-topic ideas to the last paragraph of your paper.

Check content relevance and cohesion 

Once you complete the conclusion, read through the essay for relevance and cohesion. Make sure that the whole piece is on the topic and in the mode required. In particular, check if body paragraphs support the thesis statement and whether the conclusion relates to it. After that, read your paper once again to see whether the parts connect together well. Think if there are logical links between ideas and if you need more transitions. 

Read for clarity and style

Scan your essay to find out whether some sections may be unclear to the reader. Analyze the text to find out if it sounds academic and polished. Check if there are any vague pronouns, excessive wording, or awkward phrases. Don’t forget to make sure that all points are listed in similar grammatical forms.

The last stage of your writing process is final proofreading. Read your paper the last time looking at grammar, spelling, punctuation, verb tense, word forms, and pronoun agreement. Correct all the mistakes to make your work excellent. 

Remember that the most important thing about learning a foreign language is a regular practice. Therefore, you should use any opportunity provided by instructors to polish your skills. Hopefully, the recommendations given above will help you write an excellent essay and master the Spanish language!

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Writing essays in Spanish for the open-ended task

The GCSE Open-ended Task is worth 32 points. More than half  of the 60 that can be obtained in the Writing Exam .  So I think it’s worth paying special attention to this activity.

You’ll need to write about 150 words in Spanish , based on two bullet points. You can see an example below , taken for a past exam. In the end, we also have a gift for you. 

Tips to carry out the open-ended task

As in the Structured task , you will have t wo assignments to choose from . Read the instructions carefully before choosing one of the two tasks to work with. T hink about which of them you know more vocabulary abou t, that will be a great help to start!

This task is more creative, make sure you include some opinions with reasons . On the other hand, having a clear purpose will allow you to select the language best suited to your task , it is not the same if you have to write an email to a friend, a letter to the school principal or even you have to write an article for a school magazine.

Organize your writing into a clear structure, which must include three parts:

• opening – engaging the reader, or outlining the main point of your task
• middle – a series of paragraphs that go into more detail
• end – a concluding paragraph that draws the points together

Don’t forget to use various verb tenses and grammar connectors to join your ideas, along with a wide variety of vocabulary.

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Here is an example of a GCSE open-ended task that appeared in a previous exam.

Start by explaining what you are going to talk about and what your opinion is on the subject: Creo que ser joven tiene muchísimas cosas buenas, también hay alguna mala, pero son las menos…

To describe that fun day, you will need to use at least the preterite (pretérito indefinido), to talk about the facts, and the imperfect tense (pretérito imperfecto) , to describe the circumstances: Hace dos semanas fui con mis amigos a ver un partido de fútbol, era la final de la copa y estabamos muy ilusionados y nerviosos, porque…

To give your opinion you will need to use the opinion verbs: Creo que, pienso que, en mi opinion… Remember that when you use these verbs in a negative sentence you have to use the subjunctive mood. It will be fantastic if you can use one: No creo que podamos tener un buen trabajo en el futuro…  

Once you have finished your writing, Check through your work carefully . Double-checking your work is really important, even small mistakes can cost marks. Take a look at this checklist:

Finally, you can send us your essay by email to [email protected], we will be happy to correct it and send it to you with comments . After that, if you want to practice with more tasks like this, you can register as a VIP student.

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• \(\color{red}{\mathbf{Hola\rightarrow}}\) “Hello”
• \(\color{red}{\mathbf{Me\ llamo\rightarrow}}\) “My name is”
• \(\color{red}{\mathbf{¿Y\ tú?\rightarrow}}\) “And you?”
• \(\color{red}{\mathbf{Mucho\ gusto\rightarrow}}\) “Nice to meet you”
• \(\color{red}{\mathbf{¿Qué\ tal?\rightarrow}}\) “How are you?”
• \(\color{red}{\mathbf{Nos\ vemos\rightarrow}}\) “See you”
• \(\color{red}{\mathbf{Por\ favor\rightarrow}}\) “Please”
• \(\color{red}{\mathbf{Gracias\rightarrow}}\) “Thank you”
• \(\color{red}{\mathbf{De\ nada\rightarrow}}\) “You’re welcome”
• \(\color{red}{\mathbf{Disculpa\ (informal\ “you”)\ /disculpe\ (formal\ “you”)\rightarrow}}\) “Excuse me”
• \(\color{red}{\mathbf{Me\ gusta\ /No\ me\ gusta\rightarrow}}\) “I like / I don’t like”
• \(\color{red}{\mathbf{¿Cuánto\ cuesta?\rightarrow}}\) “How much is this?”
• \(\color{red}{\mathbf{¿Dónde\ está\ el\ baño?\rightarrow}}\) “Where’s the bathroom?”
• \(\color{red}{\mathbf{¿Qué\ hora\ es?\rightarrow}}\) “What time is it?”
• \(\color{red}{\mathbf{Me\ puede\ ayudar,\ por\ favor\rightarrow}}\) “Can you help me, please?” (formal “you”)

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• \(\color{red}{\mathbf{me\ toca\ a\ mí \rightarrow}}\) it’s my turn
• \(\color{red}{\mathbf{te\ toca \rightarrow}}\) it’s your turn
• \(\color{red}{\mathbf{pues\ tuerza\ Ud\ por\ la\ derecha \rightarrow}}\) Then turn to the left
• \(\color{red}{\mathbf{¿qué\ tipo/clase\ de? \rightarrow}}\) What type of.?
• \(\color{red}{\mathbf{lo\ último\ en\ coches \rightarrow}}\) the ultimate car
• \(\color{red}{\mathbf{me\ siento\ incómodo\ con\ él \rightarrow}}\) I feel uncomfortable with him
• \(\color{red}{\mathbf{eso\ no\ es\ justo \rightarrow}}\) that’s unfair
• \(\color{red}{\mathbf{está\ en\ la\ universidad \rightarrow}}\) he is at university
• \(\color{red}{\mathbf{¿Qué\ es\ de\ tu\ vida? \rightarrow}}\) What are you up to these days?
• \(\color{red}{\mathbf{tú\ eliges/\ tú\ decides \rightarrow}}\) it’s up to you
• \(\color{red}{\mathbf{¿qué\ onda? \rightarrow}}\) What’s up?
• \(\color{red}{\mathbf{disgustarse\ por\ algo \rightarrow}}\) get upset about something
• \(\color{red}{\mathbf{poner\ algo\ al\ revés \rightarrow}}\) turn something upside down
• \(\color{red}{\mathbf{¿es\ urgente! \rightarrow}}\) It’s urgent!
• \(\color{red}{\mathbf{no\ me\ sirve \rightarrow}}\) it’s of no use to me
• \(\color{red}{\mathbf{no\ sirve\ de\ nada \rightarrow}}\) it’s no use
• \(\color{red}{\mathbf{no\ estar\ acostumbrado\ a\ algo \rightarrow}}\) be not used to something
• \(\color{red}{\mathbf{no\ se\ como\ se\ usa\ éste \rightarrow}}\) I don’t know how to use this
• \(\color{red}{\mathbf{ser\ un\ inútil \rightarrow}}\) be useless (person)
• \(\color{red}{\mathbf{antes\ me\ gustaba \rightarrow}}\) I used to like him
• \(\color{red}{\mathbf{como\ de\ costumbre \rightarrow}}\) as usual
• \(\color{red}{\mathbf{estar/ir\ de\ vacaciones \rightarrow}}\) be/go on vacation
• \(\color{red}{\mathbf{¿tiene\ alguna\ habitación\ libre? \rightarrow}}\) do you have any vacancies
• \(\color{red}{\mathbf{estoy\ aquí\ de\ vacaciones \rightarrow}}\) I’m here on vacation
• \(\color{red}{\mathbf{no\ fue\ muy\ preciso \rightarrow}}\) he was very vague about it
• \(\color{red}{\mathbf{en\ vano \rightarrow}}\) in vain
• \(\color{red}{\mathbf{¿tienes\ una\ comida\ vegetariana? \rightarrow}}\) Do you have a vegetarian meal?
• \(\color{red}{\mathbf{soy\ vegetariano \rightarrow}}\) I’m vegetarian
• \(\color{red}{\mathbf{¿Qué\ te\ parece?\ ¿Qué\ opinas? \rightarrow}}\) What’s your verdict?
• \(\color{red}{\mathbf{con\ vistas\ a \rightarrow}}\) with a view to (hotel)
• \(\color{red}{\mathbf{¿Qué\ podemos\ visitar\ en\ esta\ zona? \rightarrow}}\) What can we visit in the area?
• \(\color{red}{\mathbf{¿llevan\ mucho\ rato\ esperando? \rightarrow}}\) Have you been waiting long?
• \(\color{red}{\mathbf{¡espérame! \rightarrow}}\) Wait for me!
• \(\color{red}{\mathbf{¿podría\ despertarme\ a\ las? \rightarrow}}\) Can you wake me up at?
• \(\color{red}{\mathbf{¿se\ puede\ ir\ andando? \rightarrow}}\) Can we walk there?
• \(\color{red}{\mathbf{¿quieres\ dar\ un\ paseo? \rightarrow}}\) Do you want to go for a walk?
• \(\color{red}{\mathbf{salir\ a\ dar\ un\ paseo \rightarrow}}\) go for a walk
• \(\color{red}{\mathbf{se\ puede\ ir\ caminando \rightarrow}}\) it’s within walking distance
• \(\color{red}{\mathbf{caminar\ es\ uno\ de\ los\ mejores\ ejercicios \rightarrow}}\) walking is one of the best exercise
• \(\color{red}{\mathbf{estar\ en\ guerra \rightarrow}}\) be at war
• \(\color{red}{\mathbf{es\ una\ pérdida\ de\ dinero/tiempo \rightarrow}}\) it’s a waste of money/ time
• \(\color{red}{\mathbf{por\ cierto\ cómo\ te\ llamas,\ a\ propósito \rightarrow}}\) By the way, what’s your name?
• \(\color{red}{\mathbf{¡ni\ hablar! \rightarrow}}\) No way!
• \(\color{red}{\mathbf{modo\ de\ vida \rightarrow}}\) way of life
• \(\color{red}{\mathbf{¡ten\ cuidado! \rightarrow}}\) Watch out!
• \(\color{red}{\mathbf{hacer\ pipí \rightarrow}}\) do a wee-wee
• \(\color{red}{\mathbf{¿cuánto\ pesas? \rightarrow}}\) How much do you weigh?
• \(\color{red}{\mathbf{es\ raro \rightarrow}}\) it’s weird
• \(\color{red}{\mathbf{de\ nada \rightarrow}}\) you’re welcome
• \(\color{red}{\mathbf{¡Ponte\ bueno!\ ¡que\ te\ mejores! \rightarrow}}\) Get well soon!
• \(\color{red}{\mathbf{bienvenido\ a\ nueva\ york \rightarrow}}\) welcome to New York
• \(\color{red}{\mathbf{¿qué\ es? \rightarrow}}\) What is it?
• \(\color{red}{\mathbf{¿Cual\ es\ la\ capital\ de? \rightarrow}}\) What’s the capital of?
• \(\color{red}{\mathbf{¿A\ ti\ qué\ te\ importa? \rightarrow}}\) what’s it to you : (
• \(\color{red}{\mathbf{¿de\ qué\ se\ trata? \rightarrow}}\) What is it about?
• \(\color{red}{\mathbf{¿De\ qué\ parte\ de\ Nueva\ york\ eres? \rightarrow}}\) What part of New York are you from?
• \(\color{red}{\mathbf{haré\ lo\ que\ quieras \rightarrow}}\) I’ll do whatever you want
• \(\color{red}{\mathbf{¿qué\ día? \rightarrow}}\) Which day?
• \(\color{red}{\mathbf{cuando\ era\ niño \rightarrow}}\) when I was a child
• \(\color{red}{\mathbf{llámame\ cuando\ quieras \rightarrow}}\) call me whenever you want
• \(\color{red}{\mathbf{¿de\ dónde\ venís? \rightarrow}}\) Where are you from?
• \(\color{red}{\mathbf{¿De\ dónde\ chateas?\ –\ yo\ desde\ Ohio \rightarrow}}\) Where are you chatting from?
• \(\color{red}{\mathbf{viví\ en\ mosco\ una\ temporada \rightarrow}}\) I lived in  Moscow for a while
• \(\color{red}{\mathbf{esperaré\ un\ rato\ más \rightarrow}}\) I will wait a while longer
• \(\color{red}{\mathbf{¿de\ quién\ es? \rightarrow}}\) Whose is it?
• \(\color{red}{\mathbf{hace\ viento \rightarrow}}\) it’s windy
• \(\color{red}{\mathbf{No\ me\ extraña.\ No\ me\ sorprende \rightarrow}}\) No wonder!
• \(\color{red}{\mathbf{no\ funciona\ ,\ esta\ roto/rota \rightarrow}}\) it doesn’t work
• \(\color{red}{\mathbf{dar\ la\ vuelta\ al\ mundo \rightarrow}}\) go around the world
• \(\color{red}{\mathbf{no\ te\ preocupes!\ todo\ saldrá\ bien \rightarrow}}\) Don’t worry!
• \(\color{red}{\mathbf{¿qué\ pasa? \rightarrow}}\) What’s wrong?
• \(\color{red}{\mathbf{se\ ha\ equivocado\ de\ número \rightarrow}}\) you have a wrong number
• \(\color{red}{\mathbf{¿con\ quien\ puedo\ hablar? \rightarrow}}\) Who can I talk to?
• \(\color{red}{\mathbf{¿Con\ quien\ tengo\ el\ gusto? \rightarrow}}\) Who I’m talking to?
• \(\color{red}{\mathbf{¿de\ quien\ es\ esto? \rightarrow}}\) Who does it belong to?
• \(\color{red}{\mathbf{¿de\ quién\ es\ esto? \rightarrow}}\) Whose is this?
• \(\color{red}{\mathbf{la\ chica\ con\ quien\ vivo \rightarrow}}\) The girl I live with.
• \(\color{red}{\mathbf{¿me\ sigues? \rightarrow}}\) Are you with me?
• \(\color{red}{\mathbf{él\ es\ mujeriego \rightarrow}}\) he is a womanizer
• \(\color{red}{\mathbf{¿Le\ importaría\ ayudar\ me? \rightarrow}}\) I wonder if you could help
• \(\color{red}{\mathbf{tienes\ mi\ palabra \rightarrow}}\) you have my word
• \(\color{red}{\mathbf{¿cómo\ funciona? \rightarrow}}\) How does it work?
• \(\color{red}{\mathbf{no\ sirve\ el\ audio\ aquí \rightarrow}}\) the sound doesn’t work here
• \(\color{red}{\mathbf{no\ te\ molestes,\ ya\ respondo\ yo \rightarrow}}\) don’t worry, I will get it (door)
• \(\color{red}{\mathbf{lo\ peor \rightarrow}}\) the worst
• \(\color{red}{\mathbf{valer\ la\ pena \rightarrow}}\) be worth it
• \(\color{red}{\mathbf{quería\ reservar\ una\ habitación \rightarrow}}\) I’d like to book a room
• \(\color{red}{\mathbf{Nos\ gustaría\ ir\ a \rightarrow}}\) We’d like to go to
• \(\color{red}{\mathbf{Quisiera\ confirmar/cambiar/cancelar \rightarrow}}\) I’d like to confirm/change/cancel
• \(\color{red}{\mathbf{quiero\ ser\ médico \rightarrow}}\) I would like to be a doctor
• \(\color{red}{\mathbf{quisiera\ un\ café\ con\ leche \rightarrow}}\) I would like coffee with milk
• \(\color{red}{\mathbf{¿En\ qué\ trabajas? \rightarrow}}\) What work do you do?
• \(\color{red}{\mathbf{puedes\ escribirlo,\ por\ favor \rightarrow}}\) Would you write that down?
• \(\color{red}{\mathbf{¡Escríbalo,\ por\ favor! \rightarrow}}\) Write it down please!
• \(\color{red}{\mathbf{estar\ equivocado \rightarrow}}\) be wrong
• \(\color{red}{\mathbf{la\ conozco\ desde\ hace\ años \rightarrow}}\) I’ve known him for years
• \(\color{red}{\mathbf{mi\ hermana\ menor \rightarrow}}\) my youngest sister
• \(\color{red}{\mathbf{¡feliz\ año\ nuevo! \rightarrow}}\) Happy new year!
• \(\color{red}{\mathbf{¿has\ acabado\ ya? \rightarrow}}\) Have you finished yet?
• \(\color{red}{\mathbf{todavía\ no \rightarrow}}\) not yet
• \(\color{red}{\mathbf{nunca\ bebo\ vino \rightarrow}}\) I never drunk wine
• \(\color{red}{\mathbf{¿quién\ es\ el\ siguiente? \rightarrow}}\) Who’s next?
• \(\color{red}{\mathbf{¿trata\ bien\ a\ tu\ hermana! \rightarrow}}\) be nice to your sister
• \(\color{red}{\mathbf{es\ muy\ amable\ de\ tu\ parte \rightarrow}}\) that’s nice of you
• \(\color{red}{\mathbf{puerto\ rico\ es\ una\ isla\ muy\ linda \rightarrow}}\) P.r is a very nice island
• \(\color{red}{\mathbf{pero\ no\ viviría\ ahí,\ sólo\ para\ visitar \rightarrow}}\) but I wouldn’t live there, only to visit
• \(\color{red}{\mathbf{trabajar\ de\ noche \rightarrow}}\) To work nights
• \(\color{red}{\mathbf{no\ digas\ disparates/tonterías \rightarrow}}\) don’t talk nonsense
• \(\color{red}{\mathbf{estas\ hablando\ basura \rightarrow}}\) you’re talking nonsense
• \(\color{red}{\mathbf{al\ norte\ de \rightarrow}}\) to the north
• \(\color{red}{\mathbf{ahora\ no \rightarrow}}\) not now
• \(\color{red}{\mathbf{no\ está\ listo \rightarrow}}\) it’s not ready
• \(\color{red}{\mathbf{Me\ he\ fijado\ que \rightarrow}}\) I noticed that
• \(\color{red}{\mathbf{de\ ahora\ en\ adelante \rightarrow}}\) from now on
• \(\color{red}{\mathbf{hace\ un\ momento \rightarrow}}\) just now (a little while ago)
• \(\color{red}{\mathbf{en\ este\ momento \rightarrow}}\) just now
• \(\color{red}{\mathbf{estar\ obsesionado\ con/por \rightarrow}}\) be obsessed by/with
• \(\color{red}{\mathbf{tomarse\ un\ día\ de\ fiesta/un\ día\ libre \rightarrow}}\) take a day off
• \(\color{red}{\mathbf{estar\ desconectado \rightarrow}}\) off line
• \(\color{red}{\mathbf{es\ buena\ persona \rightarrow}}\) he is ok (good guy)
• \(\color{red}{\mathbf{¿Cuántos\ años\ tienes? \rightarrow}}\) How old are you?
• \(\color{red}{\mathbf{está \ haciéndose\ mayor \rightarrow}}\) he is getting old
• \(\color{red}{\mathbf{Tengo\ Años \rightarrow}}\) I’m  years old
• \(\color{red}{\mathbf{tiene\ más\ años\ que\ yo \rightarrow}}\) she is older than me
• \(\color{red}{\mathbf{mi\ hermano\ mayor \rightarrow}}\) my oldest brother
• \(\color{red}{\mathbf{etcétera \rightarrow}}\) and so on
• \(\color{red}{\mathbf{al\ mismo\ tiempo \rightarrow}}\) all at once
• \(\color{red}{\mathbf{una\ vez\ que\ hayas\ acabado \rightarrow}}\) Once you have finished
• \(\color{red}{\mathbf{¿cuál? \rightarrow}}\) Which one?
• \(\color{red}{\mathbf{no\ sólo\ \ sino\ también \rightarrow}}\) not only but also
• \(\color{red}{\mathbf{¿a\ qué\ hora\ abre\ el\ museo? \rightarrow}}\) At what time does Open?
• \(\color{red}{\mathbf{al\ aire\ libre \rightarrow}}\) in the open air
• \(\color{red}{\mathbf{ser\ operado \rightarrow}}\) have an operation
• \(\color{red}{\mathbf{en\ mi\ opinión \rightarrow}}\) in my opinion
• \(\color{red}{\mathbf{para \rightarrow}}\) in order to
• \(\color{red}{\mathbf{al\ contrario \rightarrow}}\) quite the opposite
• \(\color{red}{\mathbf{¿deseas\ ordenar? \rightarrow}}\) You ready to order?
• \(\color{red}{\mathbf{originalmente\ de\ connecticut \rightarrow}}\) originally from Connecticut
• \(\color{red}{\mathbf{el\ otro\ día \rightarrow}}\) the other day
• \(\color{red}{\mathbf{¿tienes\ otros? \rightarrow}}\) Have you any others?
• \(\color{red}{\mathbf{cada\ dos\ días \rightarrow}}\) every other day
• \(\color{red}{\mathbf{los\ otros \rightarrow}}\) the others
• \(\color{red}{\mathbf{ha\ Salido \rightarrow}}\) he is out
• \(\color{red}{\mathbf{quedarse\ a\ pasar\ la\ noche \rightarrow}}\) stay overnight
• \(\color{red}{\mathbf{una\ habitación\ que\ dé\ al\ lago \rightarrow}}\) room overlooking the lake
• \(\color{red}{\mathbf{hacer\ horas\ extras \rightarrow}}\) work overtime
• \(\color{red}{\mathbf{estar\ demasiado\ gordo \rightarrow}}\) be overweight
• \(\color{red}{\mathbf{deber\ a\ alguien\ 100\ dólares \rightarrow}}\) owe s.o 100$
• \(\color{red}{\mathbf{¿cuánto\ te\ debo? \rightarrow}}\) How much do I owe you?
• \(\color{red}{\mathbf{te\ debo \rightarrow}}\) I owe you
• \(\color{red}{\mathbf{mi\ propio\ casa \rightarrow}}\) my own house
• \(\color{red}{\mathbf{una\ lata/\ un\ tostón \rightarrow}}\) a pain in the neck
• \(\color{red}{\mathbf{que\ no\ cunda\ el\ pánico! \rightarrow}}\) Don’t panic!
• \(\color{red}{\mathbf{un\ trozo\ de\ papel \rightarrow}}\) a piece of paper
• \(\color{red}{\mathbf{¿cómo? \rightarrow}}\) Pardon!
• \(\color{red}{\mathbf{¿dónde\ puedo\ aparcar\ el\ carro? \rightarrow}}\) Where can I park?
• \(\color{red}{\mathbf{aprobar\ un\ examen \rightarrow}}\) pass an exam
• \(\color{red}{\mathbf{los\ últimos\ días \rightarrow}}\) the past few days
• \(\color{red}{\mathbf{¿ten\ paciencia! \rightarrow}}\) Just be patient!
• \(\color{red}{\mathbf{¿cómo\ deseas\ pagar? \rightarrow}}\) How would you like to pay?
• \(\color{red}{\mathbf{prestar\ atención \rightarrow}}\) pay attention
• \(\color{red}{\mathbf{estar\ pendiente \rightarrow}}\) be pending
• \(\color{red}{\mathbf{¡no\ me\ da\ la\ gana\ y\ punto! \rightarrow}}\) I don’t want to, period!
• \(\color{red}{\mathbf{quizá\ podemos\ ir\ la\ semana\ próxima \rightarrow}}\) perhaps we could go next week
• \(\color{red}{\mathbf{pedir\ permiso\ a\ alguien\ para \rightarrow}}\) ask someone permission to
• \(\color{red}{\mathbf{permitir\ a\ alguien\ que\ haga\ algo \rightarrow}}\) permit someone to do something
• \(\color{red}{\mathbf{en\ persona \rightarrow}}\) in  person
• \(\color{red}{\mathbf{no\ te\ lo\ tomes\ como\ algo\ personal \rightarrow}}\) don’t take it personally
• \(\color{red}{\mathbf{estar\ hablando\ por\ teléfono \rightarrow}}\) be on the phone
• \(\color{red}{\mathbf{Quiero\ hacer\ una\ llamada\ telefónica \rightarrow}}\) I want to make a phone call
• \(\color{red}{\mathbf{meterse\ el\ dedo\ en\ la\ nariz \rightarrow}}\) pick one’s noise
• \(\color{red}{\mathbf{¡qué\ pena! \rightarrow}}\) What a pity!
• \(\color{red}{\mathbf{Es\ una\ pena\ que \rightarrow}}\) It’s a pity that
• \(\color{red}{\mathbf{hacer\ un\ pedido \rightarrow}}\) place an order
• \(\color{red}{\mathbf{encantado\ de\ conocerte \rightarrow}}\) pleased to meet you
• \(\color{red}{\mathbf{las\ 6.00\ de\ la\ tarde \rightarrow}}\) at 6.00 pm
• \(\color{red}{\mathbf{las\ 11.00\ de\ la\ noche \rightarrow}}\) at 11.00 pm
• \(\color{red}{\mathbf{ir\ al\ grano \rightarrow}}\) get to the point
• \(\color{red}{\mathbf{no\ vale\ la\ pena\ esperar \rightarrow}}\) There’s no point in waiting
• \(\color{red}{\mathbf{meter\ las\ narices\ en \rightarrow}}\) poke one’s nose into
• \(\color{red}{\mathbf{estar\ seguro \rightarrow}}\) be positive
• \(\color{red}{\mathbf{en\ el\ poder \rightarrow}}\) in power
• \(\color{red}{\mathbf{base\ de\ práctica\ se\ aprende \rightarrow}}\) practice makes perfect
• \(\color{red}{\mathbf{hace\ mucho\ tiempo\ que\ no\ tengo\ la\ oportunidad \rightarrow}}\) long time I haven’t practiced my Spanish
• \(\color{red}{\mathbf{De\ hablar\ español \rightarrow}}\)
• \(\color{red}{\mathbf{¿Haces\ deporte? \rightarrow}}\) Do you practice any sport?
• \(\color{red}{\mathbf{como\ precaución \rightarrow}}\) as a precaution
• \(\color{red}{\mathbf{prefiero\ jugar\ al\ tenis \rightarrow}}\) I’d prefer to play tennis
• \(\color{red}{\mathbf{está\ cómo\ regalo \rightarrow}}\) it’s for a present
• \(\color{red}{\mathbf{pretende\ saberlo\ todo \rightarrow}}\) he pretends to know everything
• \(\color{red}{\mathbf{hacerse\ pasar\ por\ alguien \rightarrow}}\) to pretend to be someone
• \(\color{red}{\mathbf{impedir\ que\ alguien\ haga\ algo \rightarrow}}\) prevent s.o from doing something
• \(\color{red}{\mathbf{¡vamos\ al\ privado! \rightarrow}}\) Let’s go to a private room! (chat)
• \(\color{red}{\mathbf{¡no\ fue\ nada! \rightarrow}}\) no problem
• \(\color{red}{\mathbf{hacer\ progresos \rightarrow}}\) make progress
• \(\color{red}{\mathbf{¿lo\ prometes? \rightarrow}}\) Do you promise?
• \(\color{red}{\mathbf{¿cómo\ se\ pronuncia? \rightarrow}}\) How is it pronounced?
• \(\color{red}{\mathbf{no\ está\ bien \rightarrow}}\) it’s not proper
• \(\color{red}{\mathbf{estar\ orgulloso\ de \rightarrow}}\) be proud of
• \(\color{red}{\mathbf{¿Estás\ orgulloso\ de\ ti\ mismo? \rightarrow}}\) Are you proud of yourself?
• \(\color{red}{\mathbf{sólo\ curioso,\ gracias \rightarrow}}\) I’m just looking
• \(\color{red}{\mathbf{me\ he\ perdido \rightarrow}}\) I’m lost
• \(\color{red}{\mathbf{nos\ hemos\ perdido \rightarrow}}\) we’re lost
• \(\color{red}{\mathbf{¡vete\ a\ paseo! \rightarrow}}\) Get lost!
• \(\color{red}{\mathbf{he\ perdido\ la\ cartera \rightarrow}}\) I’ve lost my wallet
• \(\color{red}{\mathbf{la\ oficina\ de\ objetos\ perdidos \rightarrow}}\) lost and found
• \(\color{red}{\mathbf{muchos\ libros/mucha\ mantiquilla \rightarrow}}\) a lot of books/butter
• \(\color{red}{\mathbf{un\ fuerte\ abrazo\ (or)\ besos \rightarrow}}\) love (letter endings)
• \(\color{red}{\mathbf{estar\ enamorado\ de \rightarrow}}\) be in love with
• \(\color{red}{\mathbf{me\ encanta\ nadar/la\ naturaleza \rightarrow}}\) I love swimming/nature
• \(\color{red}{\mathbf{¡que\ tenga\ suerte! \rightarrow}}\) Good luck!
• \(\color{red}{\mathbf{mala\ suerte \rightarrow}}\) bad luck
• \(\color{red}{\mathbf{tengo\ suerte \rightarrow}}\) I’m lucky
• \(\color{red}{\mathbf{volver\ loco\ a\ alguien \rightarrow}}\) drive someone mad
• \(\color{red}{\mathbf{tomar\ una\ decisión \rightarrow}}\) make a decision
• \(\color{red}{\mathbf{me\ da\ hambre \rightarrow}}\) it makes me hungry
• \(\color{red}{\mathbf{me\ da\ pena/lástima \rightarrow}}\) it makes me sad/upset
• \(\color{red}{\mathbf{¡estás\ en\ su\ casa! \rightarrow}}\) Make yourself home!
• \(\color{red}{\mathbf{¿de\ qué\ material\ es\ la\ mesa?\ es\ de\ madera \rightarrow}}\) What is it made of?
• \(\color{red}{\mathbf{hice\ 3\ llamadas\ telefónicas \rightarrow}}\) I’ve made 3 phone calls
• \(\color{red}{\mathbf{soy\ hombre\ y\ tengo\ 25\ años \rightarrow}}\) I’m male and have 25 years old
• \(\color{red}{\mathbf{ser\ un\ maleducado \rightarrow}}\) have no manners
• \(\color{red}{\mathbf{estar\ casado\ con \rightarrow}}\) be married to
• \(\color{red}{\mathbf{casarse \rightarrow}}\) get married
• \(\color{red}{\mathbf{no\ importa \rightarrow}}\) it doesn’t matter
• \(\color{red}{\mathbf{¿que\ pasa? \rightarrow}}\) What’s the matter?
• \(\color{red}{\mathbf{puede\ que\ lleva \rightarrow}}\) it may rain
• \(\color{red}{\mathbf{¿este\ plato,\ qué\ lleva? \rightarrow}}\) What’s in this (meal)?
• \(\color{red}{\mathbf{me\ conoce \rightarrow}}\) he knows me
• \(\color{red}{\mathbf{¿La\ comida\ es\ genial! \rightarrow}}\) The meal is great!
• \(\color{red}{\mathbf{¿Qué\ quiere\ decir\ esto?\ ¿Qué\ significa\ esto? \rightarrow}}\) What does this mean?
• \(\color{red}{\mathbf{¿Sabes\ lo\ que\ quiero\ decir? \rightarrow}}\) You know what I mean?
• \(\color{red}{\mathbf{¿A\ quién\ te\ refieres?\ ¿A\ mí? \rightarrow}}\) You mean me?
• \(\color{red}{\mathbf{mientras\ tanto \rightarrow}}\) in the mean time
• \(\color{red}{\mathbf{más\ alto\ que\ yo \rightarrow}}\) taller than me
• \(\color{red}{\mathbf{¿Qué\ puedes\ hacer\ por\ me? \rightarrow}}\) What can you do for me?
• \(\color{red}{\mathbf{está\ reunido \rightarrow}}\) he is in a meeting
• \(\color{red}{\mathbf{¡Tanto\ gusto!\ ¡Medio\ gusto\ conocerte! \rightarrow}}\) Nice to meet you!
• \(\color{red}{\mathbf{tener\ buena/mala\ memoria \rightarrow}}\) have a good memory
• \(\color{red}{\mathbf{no\ hay\ de\ que \rightarrow}}\) don’t mention it (you’re welcome)
• \(\color{red}{\mathbf{¡Mesero!\ ¡La\ carta\ por\ favor! \rightarrow}}\) Waiter! The menu please!
• \(\color{red}{\mathbf{¡qué\ lío! \rightarrow}}\) What a mess!
• \(\color{red}{\mathbf{estar\ desordenado \rightarrow}}\) be a mess
• \(\color{red}{\mathbf{¿quiere\ dejar\ algún\ recado? \rightarrow}}\) Would you like to leave a message?
• \(\color{red}{\mathbf{¿Hay\ algún\ recado/carta\ para\ mí? \rightarrow}}\) Is there any message for me?
• \(\color{red}{\mathbf{¿se\ conocen? \rightarrow}}\) Have you two met?
• \(\color{red}{\mathbf{en\ medio\ de\ (room,floor) \rightarrow}}\) in the middle of
• \(\color{red}{\mathbf{en\ plena\ noche/invierno \rightarrow}}\) in the middle of the night/winter
• \(\color{red}{\mathbf{a\ medianoche,\ al\ mediodía \rightarrow}}\) at midnight/midday
• \(\color{red}{\mathbf{¿te\ importa? \rightarrow}}\) Do you mind?
• \(\color{red}{\mathbf{cambiar\ de\ opinión \rightarrow}}\) change one’s mind
• \(\color{red}{\mathbf{tener\ algo\ en\ la\ cabeza \rightarrow}}\) have something in mind
• \(\color{red}{\mathbf{no\ me\ molesta \rightarrow}}\) I don’t mind
• \(\color{red}{\mathbf{te\ importaría\ dejarlo\ para\ mañana \rightarrow}}\) would you mind leaving it till tomorrow
• \(\color{red}{\mathbf{es\ el\ mío \rightarrow}}\) it’s mine
• \(\color{red}{\mathbf{en\ un\ momento \rightarrow}}\) in a minute
• \(\color{red}{\mathbf{¡un\ momento! \rightarrow}}\) Just a minute!
• \(\color{red}{\mathbf{se\ ha\ perdido\ mi\ hijo \rightarrow}}\) my son is missing
• \(\color{red}{\mathbf{te\ saco \rightarrow}}\) I missed you (lost contact)
• \(\color{red}{\mathbf{cometer\ un\ error,\ equivocarse \rightarrow}}\) make a mistake
• \(\color{red}{\mathbf{por\ error \rightarrow}}\) by mistake
• \(\color{red}{\mathbf{ha\ habido\ una\ equivocación \rightarrow}}\) there’s been a misunderstanding
• \(\color{red}{\mathbf{tener\ problemas\ emocionales \rightarrow}}\) To be mixed up (emotionally)
• \(\color{red}{\mathbf{estar\ confundido \rightarrow}}\) To be mixed up (confused)
• \(\color{red}{\mathbf{un\ momento \rightarrow}}\) just a moment
• \(\color{red}{\mathbf{un\ momento\ por\ favor \rightarrow}}\) one moment please
• \(\color{red}{\mathbf{¿cuántos\ pagas\ al\ mes? \rightarrow}}\) how much do you pay a month
• \(\color{red}{\mathbf{estar\ de\ buen/mal\ humor \rightarrow}}\) be in a good/bad mood
• \(\color{red}{\mathbf{más\ de\ 5 \rightarrow}}\) more than 5
• \(\color{red}{\mathbf{mas\ o\ menos \rightarrow}}\) more or less
• \(\color{red}{\mathbf{gana\ más\ que\ yo \rightarrow}}\) he earns more than I do
• \(\color{red}{\mathbf{más\ que\ yo \rightarrow}}\) more than me
• \(\color{red}{\mathbf{cuanto\ más\ estudio,\ más\ aprendo \rightarrow}}\) the more I study, the more I learn
• \(\color{red}{\mathbf{ya\ no\ vivo\ allí \rightarrow}}\) I don’t live there any more
• \(\color{red}{\mathbf{por\ la\ mañana \rightarrow}}\) in the morning
• \(\color{red}{\mathbf{ella\ es\ la\ mujer\ más\ laboriosa\ de\ la\ tierra \rightarrow}}\) She is the most hardworking
• \(\color{red}{\mathbf{he\ leído\ la\ mayoría\ de\ sus\ novelas \rightarrow}}\) I’ve read most of her novels
• \(\color{red}{\mathbf{como\ mucho \rightarrow}}\) at the most
• \(\color{red}{\mathbf{mudarse\ de\ casa \rightarrow}}\) move house
• \(\color{red}{\mathbf{ir\ al\ cine \rightarrow}}\) go to a movie
• \(\color{red}{\mathbf{no\ se\ mueve \rightarrow}}\) It’s not moving!
• \(\color{red}{\mathbf{voy\ a\ mudarme\ de\ casa \rightarrow}}\) I’m moving to a new house
• \(\color{red}{\mathbf{tanto\ como \rightarrow}}\) as much as
• \(\color{red}{\mathbf{debo\ llegar\ a\ la\ hora \rightarrow}}\) I must be on time
• \(\color{red}{\mathbf{¿Cómo\ te\ llamas?\ ¿Cual\ es\ tu\ nombre? \rightarrow}}\) What’s your name?
• \(\color{red}{\mathbf{Me\ llamo. \rightarrow}}\) My name is
• \(\color{red}{\mathbf{¿A\ nombre\ de\ quién,\ por\ favor? \rightarrow}}\) Under what name?
• \(\color{red}{\mathbf{dar/echar\ una\ cabezada \rightarrow}}\) to have a nap
• \(\color{red}{\mathbf{en\ un\ futuro\ próximo \rightarrow}}\) in the near future
• \(\color{red}{\mathbf{es\ necesario,\ hay\ que \rightarrow}}\) it’s necessary to
• \(\color{red}{\mathbf{No\ hace\ falta\ que \rightarrow}}\) It’s not necessary to
• \(\color{red}{\mathbf{¿Vives\ en\ España,\ no?\ or\ ¿verdad? \rightarrow}}\) You live in Spain, don’t you?
• \(\color{red}{\mathbf{¿qué\ deseas? \rightarrow}}\) Did you need anything? (store)
• \(\color{red}{\mathbf{si\ necesita\ algo,\ dígamelo \rightarrow}}\) If you need anything just let me know?
• \(\color{red}{\mathbf{no\ hace\ falta\ ser\ grosero/que\ te\ enfades \rightarrow}}\) there is no need to be rude/upset
• \(\color{red}{\mathbf{tengo\ que\ hablar\ contigo \rightarrow}}\) I need to talk to you
• \(\color{red}{\mathbf{me\ falta\ dinero \rightarrow}}\) I need money
• \(\color{red}{\mathbf{pues\ somos\ vecinos \rightarrow}}\) it means we’re neighbors
• \(\color{red}{\mathbf{sacar\ de\ quicio\ a\ alguien \rightarrow}}\) get on someone’s nerves
• \(\color{red}{\mathbf{¿qué\ hay\ de\ nuevo? \rightarrow}}\) What’s new?
• \(\color{red}{\mathbf{¿pasa\ algo? \rightarrow}}\) Is something wrong?
• \(\color{red}{\mathbf{quedemos\ para\ comer\ un\ día\ de\ éstos \rightarrow}}\) let’s have lunch sometimes
• \(\color{red}{\mathbf{tan\ pronto\ como \rightarrow}}\) as soon as
• \(\color{red}{\mathbf{lo\ antes\ posible \rightarrow}}\) as soon as possible
• \(\color{red}{\mathbf{cuando\ antes\ mejor \rightarrow}}\) the sooner the better
• \(\color{red}{\mathbf{siento\ pena\ por\ ella \rightarrow}}\) I feel sorry for her
• \(\color{red}{\mathbf{lo\ siento,\ llego\ un\ poco\ tarde \rightarrow}}\) I’m sorry ,I’m bit late
• \(\color{red}{\mathbf{lo\ siento\ pero \rightarrow}}\) I’m sorry but
• \(\color{red}{\mathbf{¡disculpe! \rightarrow}}\) Sorry!
• \(\color{red}{\mathbf{puedes\ hablar\ más\ despacio \rightarrow}}\) could you speak slowly
• \(\color{red}{\mathbf{¿hablas\ alguna\ lengua\ extranjera? \rightarrow}}\) Do you speak a foreign language?
• \(\color{red}{\mathbf{no\ nos\ hablamos \rightarrow}}\) we’re not speaking (quarreled)
• \(\color{red}{\mathbf{¿puedo\ hablar\ con? \rightarrow}}\) Can I speak to?
• \(\color{red}{\mathbf{me\ quedé\ sin\ habla \rightarrow}}\) I was left speechless
• \(\color{red}{\mathbf{¿se\ deletrea\ así? \rightarrow}}\) Is it spelt this way?
• \(\color{red}{\mathbf{¿cómo\ se\ escribe? \rightarrow}}\) How is it spelt?
• \(\color{red}{\mathbf{me\ da\ vueltas\ la\ cabeza \rightarrow}}\) my head is spinning
• \(\color{red}{\mathbf{¡huele\ mal! \rightarrow}}\) it smells bad
• \(\color{red}{\mathbf{¿fumadores\ o\ no\ fumadores? \rightarrow}}\) Smoking or non-smoking?
• \(\color{red}{\mathbf{está\ nevando \rightarrow}}\) it’s snowing
• \(\color{red}{\mathbf{¿qué\ clase\ de\ coche? \rightarrow}}\) What sort of car?
• \(\color{red}{\mathbf{esta\ agotado,\ esta\ todo\ ocupado \rightarrow}}\) we’re sold out
• \(\color{red}{\mathbf{a\ pesar\ de \rightarrow}}\) in spite of
• \(\color{red}{\mathbf{no\ soporto\ a\ Juan \rightarrow}}\) I can’t stand John
• \(\color{red}{\mathbf{le\ dan\ asco\ las\ cebollas \rightarrow}}\) I can’t stand onions
• \(\color{red}{\mathbf{¡no\ te\ muevas! \rightarrow}}\) Stand still!
• \(\color{red}{\mathbf{mirar\ fijamente \rightarrow}}\) stare at
• \(\color{red}{\mathbf{me\ muero\ de\ hambre \rightarrow}}\) I’m starving
• \(\color{red}{\mathbf{me\ quedo\ en\ el\ hotel \rightarrow}}\) I’m staying at hotel
• \(\color{red}{\mathbf{Quisiéramos\ quedarnos\ del,al \rightarrow}}\) We want to stay from till
• \(\color{red}{\mathbf{¡Deja\ de\ poner\ esa\ cara! \rightarrow}}\) Stop making that face!
• \(\color{red}{\mathbf{¡Pare\ la\ música! \rightarrow}}\) Stop the music!
• \(\color{red}{\mathbf{vaya\ Ud\ derecho,\ hasta\ que\ llega\ a \rightarrow}}\) Go straight! When you reach
• \(\color{red}{\mathbf{todo\ recto \rightarrow}}\) straight ahead
• \(\color{red}{\mathbf{yo\ apenas\ estoy\ batallando\ con\ Español \rightarrow}}\) I’m hardly struggling with Spanish
• \(\color{red}{\mathbf{todavía\ estoy\ estudiando \rightarrow}}\) I’m still studying
• \(\color{red}{\mathbf{sigo\ sin\ entenderlo \rightarrow}}\) I still don’t understand
• \(\color{red}{\mathbf{¿todavía\ lo\ quieres? \rightarrow}}\) Do you still want it?
• \(\color{red}{\mathbf{dejar\ hacer\ algo \rightarrow}}\) stop doing something
• \(\color{red}{\mathbf{estar\ estresado \rightarrow}}\) be under stress
• \(\color{red}{\mathbf{estar\ en\ huelga \rightarrow}}\) be on strike
• \(\color{red}{\mathbf{luchar\ para\ hacer\ algo \rightarrow}}\) struggle to do something
• \(\color{red}{\mathbf{esta\ atascado \rightarrow}}\) it’s stuck
• \(\color{red}{\mathbf{Bueno\ ¿Algún\ tema? \rightarrow}}\) Okany subject (to talk about)?
• \(\color{red}{\mathbf{¿cuál\ es\ el\ tema? \rightarrow}}\) What’s the subject?
• \(\color{red}{\mathbf{conseguir\ hacer\ algo \rightarrow}}\) succeed in doing something
• \(\color{red}{\mathbf{es\ una\ mierda \rightarrow}}\) it sucks
• \(\color{red}{\mathbf{¿Puedes\ sugerir\ mi\ sitios\ para\ comer/visitar? \rightarrow}}\) Can you suggest a place to eat?
• \(\color{red}{\mathbf{no\ me\ queda\ bien,\ no\ me\ sienta\ bien \rightarrow}}\) it doesn’t suit me
• \(\color{red}{\mathbf{no\ sé\ exactamente/no\ estoy\ seguro \rightarrow}}\) I’m not sure
• \(\color{red}{\mathbf{asegurarse\ de\ que \rightarrow}}\) make sure that
• \(\color{red}{\mathbf{navegar\ por\ Internet \rightarrow}}\) surf the Net
• \(\color{red}{\mathbf{rodeado\ de \rightarrow}}\) surrounded by
• \(\color{red}{\mathbf{lo\ juro \rightarrow}}\) I swear
• \(\color{red}{\mathbf{empapado\ de\ sudor \rightarrow}}\) covered in sweat
• \(\color{red}{\mathbf{¿Cuánto\ tiempo\ se\ tarda?\ cuánto\ tiempo\ lleva? \rightarrow}}\) How long does it take?
• \(\color{red}{\mathbf{¡Adiós\ cuídate\ y\ qué\ tengas\ un\ lindo\ día! \rightarrow}}\) Ok take care, and have a nice day!
• \(\color{red}{\mathbf{la\ llevó\ a\ cenar \rightarrow}}\) he took her out to dinner
• \(\color{red}{\mathbf{tiene\ mucho\ talento \rightarrow}}\) he is very talented
• \(\color{red}{\mathbf{¿con\ quién\ hablo? \rightarrow}}\) Which whom I’m talking?
• \(\color{red}{\mathbf{lo/los\ tomaré \rightarrow}}\) I will take it/them
• \(\color{red}{\mathbf{esta\ plaza\ es\ ocupada \rightarrow}}\) this seat is taken
• \(\color{red}{\mathbf{ponerse\ moreno \rightarrow}}\) get a tan
• \(\color{red}{\mathbf{¿puedo\ probarlo? \rightarrow}}\) Can I taste it?
• \(\color{red}{\mathbf{tiene\ mal\ gusto \rightarrow}}\) he has no taste
• \(\color{red}{\mathbf{¿Podría\ pedirnos\ un\ taxi,\ por\ favor? \rightarrow}}\) Can you call a taxi for us?
• \(\color{red}{\mathbf{soy\ profesor \rightarrow}}\) I’m a teacher/doctor
• \(\color{red}{\mathbf{¡debes\ tener\ telepatía! \rightarrow}}\) You must be telepathic!
• \(\color{red}{\mathbf{se\ lo\ diré \rightarrow}}\) I will tell him
• \(\color{red}{\mathbf{¡dime! \rightarrow}}\) Tell me!
• \(\color{red}{\mathbf{gracias\ a \rightarrow}}\) thanks to
• \(\color{red}{\mathbf{le\ agradezco\ su\ información \rightarrow}}\) thank you for the info
• \(\color{red}{\mathbf{en\ teoría \rightarrow}}\) in theory
• \(\color{red}{\mathbf{¿Hay\ algún\ hotel\ por\ aquí? \rightarrow}}\) Is there a hotel here?
• \(\color{red}{\mathbf{Creo\ que \rightarrow}}\) I think that
• \(\color{red}{\mathbf{éste \rightarrow}}\) this one
• \(\color{red}{\mathbf{Entonces\ veríaal\ extremo\ de\ este\ camino \rightarrow}}\) then you’ll seeat the end of this street
• \(\color{red}{\mathbf{creo\ que\ si/no \rightarrow}}\) I (don’t) think so
• \(\color{red}{\mathbf{tengo\ sed \rightarrow}}\) I’m thirsty
• \(\color{red}{\mathbf{Soy\ Mario\ al\ habla \rightarrow}}\) this is Mario speaking
• \(\color{red}{\mathbf{quiero\ presentarle\ a\ mi\ padre \rightarrow}}\) this is my father
• \(\color{red}{\mathbf{boleto\ de\ ida\ y\ vuelta \rightarrow}}\) round trip ticket
• \(\color{red}{\mathbf{por\ primera\ vez \rightarrow}}\) for the first time
• \(\color{red}{\mathbf{esta\ vez \rightarrow}}\) this time
• \(\color{red}{\mathbf{todo\ el\ rato \rightarrow}}\) all the time
• \(\color{red}{\mathbf{tomate\ tu\ tiempo \rightarrow}}\) take your time
• \(\color{red}{\mathbf{¿está\ ocupado\ este\ asiento? \rightarrow}}\) Is this seat taken?
• \(\color{red}{\mathbf{puntual \rightarrow}}\) on time
• \(\color{red}{\mathbf{¿qué\ hora\ es? \rightarrow}}\) What time is it?
• \(\color{red}{\mathbf{estar\ cansado\ de\ algo \rightarrow}}\) be tired of something
• \(\color{red}{\mathbf{para\ ser\ sincero \rightarrow}}\) to be honest with you
• \(\color{red}{\mathbf{no\ lo\ toleraré \rightarrow}}\) I won’t tolerate it!
• \(\color{red}{\mathbf{ir\ al\ baño \rightarrow}}\) go to the toilet
• \(\color{red}{\mathbf{estar\ entrenándose\ (sp) \rightarrow}}\) be in training
• \(\color{red}{\mathbf{yo\ invito \rightarrow}}\) it’s my treat (I’m paying)
• \(\color{red}{\mathbf{es\ Verdad \rightarrow}}\) True.
• \(\color{red}{\mathbf{¿Cómo\ puedo\ confiar\ en\ ti? \rightarrow}}\) How can I trust you?
• \(\color{red}{\mathbf{lo\ he\ intentado,\ se\ puede\ hacer! \rightarrow}}\) I’ve tried it, it works
• \(\color{red}{\mathbf{¿podría\ probarme? \rightarrow}}\) Can I try it on?
• \(\color{red}{\mathbf{gire\ a\ la\ izquierda/derecha \rightarrow}}\) turn left/right
• \(\color{red}{\mathbf{no\ soy\ vidente \rightarrow}}\) I’m not psychic
• \(\color{red}{\mathbf{en\ público \rightarrow}}\) in public
• \(\color{red}{\mathbf{a\ propósito \rightarrow}}\) on purpose
• \(\color{red}{\mathbf{¡qué\ rápido! \rightarrow}}\) That was quick!
• \(\color{red}{\mathbf{hablar\ en\ voz\ baja \rightarrow}}\) speak quietly
• \(\color{red}{\mathbf{es\ bastante\ bueno \rightarrow}}\) it’s quite good
• \(\color{red}{\mathbf{bastante\ caro \rightarrow}}\) it’s quite Expensive
• \(\color{red}{\mathbf{te\ echo\ una\ carrera \rightarrow}}\) I will race you
• \(\color{red}{\mathbf{está\ lloviendo \rightarrow}}\) it’s raining
• \(\color{red}{\mathbf{prepararse \rightarrow}}\) get ready
• \(\color{red}{\mathbf{me\ di\ cuenta\ de\ que \rightarrow}}\) I realized that
• \(\color{red}{\mathbf{no\ me\ di\ cuenta\ de\ algo \rightarrow}}\) I didn’t realize something
• \(\color{red}{\mathbf{¡verdad! \rightarrow}}\) Really!
• \(\color{red}{\mathbf{lo\ siento\ en\ el\ alma \rightarrow}}\) I’m really sorry
• \(\color{red}{\mathbf{¿me\ podría\ dar\ un\ recibo? \rightarrow}}\) Can you give me a receipt?
• \(\color{red}{\mathbf{puede\ recomendarnos\ algún\ buen\ (restau) \rightarrow}}\) Can you recommend a good restaurant?
• \(\color{red}{\mathbf{devolver\ el\ dinero\ a\ alguien \rightarrow}}\) give s.o a refund
• \(\color{red}{\mathbf{negarse\ a\ hacer\ algo \rightarrow}}\) refuse to do something
• \(\color{red}{\mathbf{un\ abrazo \rightarrow}}\) best regards
• \(\color{red}{\mathbf{dale\ saludos/recuerdos\ a\ Juan\ de\ mi\ parte \rightarrow}}\) give my regards to Juan
• \(\color{red}{\mathbf{sin\ tener\ en\ cuenta \rightarrow}}\) regardless of
• \(\color{red}{\mathbf{¡tranquilízate!\ No\ te\ enfades \rightarrow}}\) Relax! Don’t get angry
• \(\color{red}{\mathbf{¿qué\ religión\ tienes? \rightarrow}}\) What’s your religion?
• \(\color{red}{\mathbf{ser\ reacio\ a\ hacer\ algo \rightarrow}}\) be reluctant to do something
• \(\color{red}{\mathbf{contar\ con\ alguien\ para\ hacer\ algo \rightarrow}}\) rely on s.o to do something
• \(\color{red}{\mathbf{¿recuerdas\ a\ Juan? \rightarrow}}\) Do you remember John?
• \(\color{red}{\mathbf{no\ recuerdo/no\ me\ acuerdo \rightarrow}}\) I don’t remember
• \(\color{red}{\mathbf{me\ recuerdas\ a\ Jaime \rightarrow}}\) you remind me of James
• \(\color{red}{\mathbf{sentir\ como\ nuevo \rightarrow}}\) feel renewed
• \(\color{red}{\mathbf{se\ alquila \rightarrow}}\) for rent
• \(\color{red}{\mathbf{puedes\ repetirlo,\ por\ favor \rightarrow}}\) can you repeat that please
• \(\color{red}{\mathbf{tener\ una\ buena/mala\ reputación \rightarrow}}\) have a good/bad reputation
• \(\color{red}{\mathbf{necesita\ descansar \rightarrow}}\) he needs a rest
• \(\color{red}{\mathbf{el\ resto \rightarrow}}\) the rest
• \(\color{red}{\mathbf{está\ jubilado/casado/soltero \rightarrow}}\) he is retired/married/single
• \(\color{red}{\mathbf{vengarse \rightarrow}}\) take one’s revenge
• \(\color{red}{\mathbf{deshacerse\ de \rightarrow}}\) get rid of
• \(\color{red}{\mathbf{me\ gusta\ montar\ a\ caballo \rightarrow}}\) I like riding
• \(\color{red}{\mathbf{quieres\ que\ te\ lleve\ al\ centro \rightarrow}}\) do you want a ride to town
• \(\color{red}{\mathbf{estoy\ correcto \rightarrow}}\) I’m right
• \(\color{red}{\mathbf{estoy\ en\ Bogota\ en\ este\ momento \rightarrow}}\) I’m in Bogotá right now
• \(\color{red}{\mathbf{gira\ a\ la\ derecha \rightarrow}}\) turn to the right
• \(\color{red}{\mathbf{me\ han\ robado \rightarrow}}\) I’ve been robbed
• \(\color{red}{\mathbf{no\ hay\ sitio\ para \rightarrow}}\) There’s no room for
• \(\color{red}{\mathbf{5\ días\ seguidos \rightarrow}}\) 5 days in a row
• \(\color{red}{\mathbf{no\ pretendía\ faltar\ al\ respeto \rightarrow}}\) I didn’t mean to be rude
• \(\color{red}{\mathbf{se\ rumorea\ que \rightarrow}}\) It is rumored that.
• \(\color{red}{\mathbf{se\ ha\ acabado\ el\ tiempo \rightarrow}}\) time has run out
• \(\color{red}{\mathbf{hacer\ algo\ con\ prisas \rightarrow}}\) do something in a rush
• \(\color{red}{\mathbf{tengo\ el\ Español\ muy\ abandonado \rightarrow}}\) my Spanish is pretty rusty
• \(\color{red}{\mathbf{se\ vende \rightarrow}}\) for sale (sign)
• \(\color{red}{\mathbf{estar\ de\ rebajas \rightarrow}}\) be on sale
• \(\color{red}{\mathbf{lo\ mismo,\ igual \rightarrow}}\) the same
• \(\color{red}{\mathbf{yo\ también \rightarrow}}\) same here
• \(\color{red}{\mathbf{¡Estarás\ contento! \rightarrow}}\) I hope you’re satisfied!
• \(\color{red}{\mathbf{tengo\ que\ trabajar\ y\ ahorrar\ para\ comprármela \rightarrow}}\) I have to work and save to buy it
• \(\color{red}{\mathbf{tener\ miedo\ de \rightarrow}}\) be scared of
• \(\color{red}{\mathbf{ir\ según\ lo\ previsto \rightarrow}}\) be on schedule (work as planned)
• \(\color{red}{\mathbf{¿cómo\ van? \rightarrow}}\) What’s the score? (match)
• \(\color{red}{\mathbf{empezar\ desde\ cero \rightarrow}}\) start from scratch
• \(\color{red}{\mathbf{¡Chinga\ tu\ madre! \rightarrow}}\) Screw you!
• \(\color{red}{\mathbf{junto\ al\ mar \rightarrow}}\) by the sea
• \(\color{red}{\mathbf{ya\ veo \rightarrow}}\) I see
• \(\color{red}{\mathbf{deberías\ ir\ a\ que\ te\ viera\ un\ médico \rightarrow}}\) you should see a doctor
• \(\color{red}{\mathbf{¡hasta\ la\ vista!\ ¡chao! \rightarrow}}\) See you!
• \(\color{red}{\mathbf{parece\ que\ (nadie\ quiere\ platicar) \rightarrow}}\) it seems that (none wants to chat)
• \(\color{red}{\mathbf{me\ parece \rightarrow}}\) it seems to me
• \(\color{red}{\mathbf{lo\ digo\ en\ serio \rightarrow}}\) I’m serious
• \(\color{red}{\mathbf{¿en\ serio? \rightarrow}}\) Seriously?
• \(\color{red}{\mathbf{¿está\ incluido\ el\ servicio? \rightarrow}}\) Is service included?
• \(\color{red}{\mathbf{acostarse\ con \rightarrow}}\) have sex with
• \(\color{red}{\mathbf{a\ la\ sombra \rightarrow}}\) in the shade
• \(\color{red}{\mathbf{¡qué\ lástima! \rightarrow}}\) That’s a shame!
• \(\color{red}{\mathbf{debería\ darte\ vergüenza \rightarrow}}\) Shame on you!
• \(\color{red}{\mathbf{tengo\ que\ cagar \rightarrow}}\) I need a shit
• \(\color{red}{\mathbf{hacer\ la\ compra \rightarrow}}\) do one’s shopping
• \(\color{red}{\mathbf{en\ resumen \rightarrow}}\) in short
• \(\color{red}{\mathbf{¿qué\ debería\ hacer? \rightarrow}}\) What should I do?
• \(\color{red}{\mathbf{ducharse \rightarrow}}\) take a shower
• \(\color{red}{\mathbf{¡cállate\ la\ boca!\ ¡cállate! \rightarrow}}\) Shut up!
• \(\color{red}{\mathbf{estoy\ de\ parte\ tuya \rightarrow}}\) I’m on your side
• \(\color{red}{\mathbf{ser\ parecido\ a \rightarrow}}\) be similar to
• \(\color{red}{\mathbf{desde\ la\ semana\ pasada \rightarrow}}\) since last week
• \(\color{red}{\mathbf{¿desde\ cuándo? \rightarrow}}\) Since when?
• \(\color{red}{\mathbf{saludos\ cordiales \rightarrow}}\) yours sincerely
• \(\color{red}{\mathbf{perdone,\ caballero \rightarrow}}\) excuse me, sir
• \(\color{red}{\mathbf{¡siéntate! \rightarrow}}\) Sit down!
• \(\color{red}{\mathbf{¿qué\ talla\ está? \rightarrow}}\) What size is it?
• \(\color{red}{\mathbf{dormir\ hasta\ tarde \rightarrow}}\) sleep late
• \(\color{red}{\mathbf{pasar\ la\ noche\ en\ blanco \rightarrow}}\) have a sleepless night
• \(\color{red}{\mathbf{¡qué\ sueño\ tengo\ ahora! \rightarrow}}\) I’m sleepy
• \(\color{red}{\mathbf{¡que\ duermes\ tranquilo! \rightarrow}}\) Sleep well!
• \(\color{red}{\mathbf{hacer\ el\ listillo\ con \rightarrow}}\) get smart with
• \(\color{red}{\mathbf{le\ olían\ los\ pies \rightarrow}}\) she had smelly feet
• \(\color{red}{\mathbf{te\ echo\ tanto\ de\ menos \rightarrow}}\) I miss you so
• \(\color{red}{\mathbf{eso\ espero/\ creo \rightarrow}}\) I hope/think so
• \(\color{red}{\mathbf{¿y\ qué? \rightarrow}}\) So what?
• \(\color{red}{\mathbf{se\ le\ pasó\ la\ borrachera \rightarrow}}\) he sobered up
• \(\color{red}{\mathbf{algunos\ países \rightarrow}}\) some countries
• \(\color{red}{\mathbf{¿quieres? \rightarrow}}\) Would you like some?
• \(\color{red}{\mathbf{me/le\ duele\ la\ espalda \rightarrow}}\) my/his back hurts
• \(\color{red}{\mathbf{me\ he\ hecho\ daño\ en\ la\ mano \rightarrow}}\) I’ve hurt my hand
• \(\color{red}{\mathbf{me\ duelen\ los\ pies \rightarrow}}\) my feet hurt
• \(\color{red}{\mathbf{tú\ estás\ loco,\ yo\ no \rightarrow}}\) you’re crazy I’m not
• \(\color{red}{\mathbf{no\ tengo\ ni\ idea \rightarrow}}\) I have no idea
• \(\color{red}{\mathbf{¡buena\ idea! \rightarrow}}\) Good idea!
• \(\color{red}{\mathbf{ojalá \rightarrow}}\) if only
• \(\color{red}{\mathbf{caer\ enfermo \rightarrow}}\) fall ill
• \(\color{red}{\mathbf{¿Insinúas\ que\ mentí? \rightarrow}}\) are you implying I lied
• \(\color{red}{\mathbf{en\ voz\ alta \rightarrow}}\) in a loud voice
• \(\color{red}{\mathbf{ser\ incapaz\ de\ hacer \rightarrow}}\) be incapable of doing something
• \(\color{red}{\mathbf{algo \rightarrow}}\)
• \(\color{red}{\mathbf{gastos\ varios \rightarrow}}\) incidental expenses
• \(\color{red}{\mathbf{incitar\ a\ alguien\ a\ que\ haga \rightarrow}}\) incite someone to do something
• \(\color{red}{\mathbf{es\ importante \rightarrow}}\) it’s important
• \(\color{red}{\mathbf{¡habla\ 5\ idiomas,\ es\ impresionante! \rightarrow}}\) She speaks 5 languages, impressive!
• \(\color{red}{\mathbf{dentro\ de\ 10\ minutos \rightarrow}}\) In 10 minutes
• \(\color{red}{\mathbf{no\ estás\ dando\ mucha\ información \rightarrow}}\) you’re not being very informative
• \(\color{red}{\mathbf{se\ lesionó\ la\ pierna \rightarrow}}\) he injured his leg
• \(\color{red}{\mathbf{investigar \rightarrow}}\) inquire into something
• \(\color{red}{\mathbf{por\ favor\ insisto\ en\ que\ te\ lo\ quedes \rightarrow}}\) please keep it, I insist
• \(\color{red}{\mathbf{por\ ejemplo \rightarrow}}\) for instance
• \(\color{red}{\mathbf{tomaré\ leche\ en\ vez\ de\ café \rightarrow}}\) I’ll have milk instead of coffee
• \(\color{red}{\mathbf{tengo\ seguro,\ estoy\ afiliado\ al\ seguro \rightarrow}}\) I have insurance
• \(\color{red}{\mathbf{tener\ la\ intención\ de\ hacer \rightarrow}}\) intend to do something
• \(\color{red}{\mathbf{no\ me\ interesa\ la\ política\ en\ absoluto \rightarrow}}\) I’m not interested in politics at all
• \(\color{red}{\mathbf{estar\ interesado\ en \rightarrow}}\) be interested in something
• \(\color{red}{\mathbf{no\ veo\ nada\ interesante \rightarrow}}\) I don’t see anything interesting
• \(\color{red}{\mathbf{en\ Internet \rightarrow}}\) on the internet
• \(\color{red}{\mathbf{soy\ marroquí \rightarrow}}\) I’m Moroccan
• \(\color{red}{\mathbf{¿Es\ con\ desayuno? \rightarrow}}\) Is breakfast included?
• \(\color{red}{\mathbf{(That’s\ right)\ ¡eso\ es!,\ (finished)\ ¡ya\ está! \rightarrow}}\) That it!
• \(\color{red}{\mathbf{está\ en\ la\ cárcel \rightarrow}}\) he is in jail
• \(\color{red}{\mathbf{tener\ celos\ de \rightarrow}}\) be jealous of
• \(\color{red}{\mathbf{no\ tiene\ ninguna\ gracia \rightarrow}}\) it’ s no joke
• \(\color{red}{\mathbf{estoy\ bromeando \rightarrow}}\) I’m joking!
• \(\color{red}{\mathbf{¡buen\ viaje! \rightarrow}}\) have a safe journey
• \(\color{red}{\mathbf{júzgalo\ por\ ti\ mismo \rightarrow}}\) judge for yourself
• \(\color{red}{\mathbf{el\ juicio\ final\ (rel) \rightarrow}}\) the last judgment
• \(\color{red}{\mathbf{acabar\ de\ hacer \rightarrow}}\) have just done something
• \(\color{red}{\mathbf{solamente\ dos \rightarrow}}\) Just two
• \(\color{red}{\mathbf{estaba\ a\ punto\ de\ salir\ cuando \rightarrow}}\) I was just about to leave when
• \(\color{red}{\mathbf{acabo\ de\ llegar \rightarrow}}\) I’ve just arrived
• \(\color{red}{\mathbf{te\ lo\ puedes\ quedar \rightarrow}}\) you can keep it
• \(\color{red}{\mathbf{cumplir\ una\ promesa \rightarrow}}\) keep a promise
• \(\color{red}{\mathbf{quédate\ con\ la\ vuelta \rightarrow}}\) keep the change
• \(\color{red}{\mathbf{Siga\ todo\ recto\ hasta\ llegar\ a \rightarrow}}\) Keep straight on until you get to
• \(\color{red}{\mathbf{cuando\ era\ pequeño \rightarrow}}\) when I was a kid
• \(\color{red}{\mathbf{estaba\ bromeando \rightarrow}}\) I was only kidding
• \(\color{red}{\mathbf{estás\ de\ broma \rightarrow}}\) you’re kidding
• \(\color{red}{\mathbf{gracias\ por\ tu\ amabilidad \rightarrow}}\) that’s very kind of you
• \(\color{red}{\mathbf{cama\ de\ matrimonio \rightarrow}}\) king size bed
• \(\color{red}{\mathbf{llamaron\ a\ la\ puerta \rightarrow}}\) there was a knock on the door
• \(\color{red}{\mathbf{no\ lo\ sé \rightarrow}}\) I don’t know
• \(\color{red}{\mathbf{le\ conozco\ desde\ hace\ mucho\ tiempo \rightarrow}}\) I have known him for a long time
• \(\color{red}{\mathbf{tengo\ una\ buena\ base\ de\ Español \rightarrow}}\) I have a good knowledge of Spanish
• \(\color{red}{\mathbf{le\ falta\ confianza \rightarrow}}\) he lacks confidence
• \(\color{red}{\mathbf{¿Alguna\ dama\ de\ Nueva\ york? \rightarrow}}\) Any lady from New York?
• \(\color{red}{\mathbf{¿cuánto\ tiempo\ dure? \rightarrow}}\) How long does it last?
• \(\color{red}{\mathbf{la\ semana\ pasada \rightarrow}}\) last week
• \(\color{red}{\mathbf{siento\ llegar\ tarde \rightarrow}}\) sorry I’m late
• \(\color{red}{\mathbf{el\ tren\ viene\ con\ retraso \rightarrow}}\) the train is late
• \(\color{red}{\mathbf{hasta\ luego \rightarrow}}\) see you later
• \(\color{red}{\mathbf{venga\ un\ poco\ más\ tarde \rightarrow}}\) Come back later ok.
• \(\color{red}{\mathbf{¿Sabes\ la\ última? \rightarrow}}\) Do you know the latest?
• \(\color{red}{\mathbf{¿a\ qué\ hora\ sale? \rightarrow}}\) When does it leave?
• \(\color{red}{\mathbf{¿de\ dónde\ sale? \rightarrow}}\) Where does it leave from?
• \(\color{red}{\mathbf{a\ qué\ hora\ debemos\ desocupar\ el\ cuarto? \rightarrow}}\) When do we have to leave the room?
• \(\color{red}{\mathbf{¿Podemos\ dejar\ nuestro\ equipaje\ aquí? \rightarrow}}\) Can we leave out luggage here?
• \(\color{red}{\mathbf{me\ voy\ mañana \rightarrow}}\) I’m leaving tomorrow
• \(\color{red}{\mathbf{¡déjame\ me\ en\ paz! \rightarrow}}\) Leave me alone!
• \(\color{red}{\mathbf{no\ queda\ nada \rightarrow}}\) there is nothing left
• \(\color{red}{\mathbf{menos\ de\ 200\ dólares \rightarrow}}\) less than 200$
• \(\color{red}{\mathbf{házmelo\ saber, \rightarrow}}\) let me know ok,
• \(\color{red}{\mathbf{¡así\ es\ la\ vida! \rightarrow}}\) That’s life!
• \(\color{red}{\mathbf{como\ tú \rightarrow}}\) like you
• \(\color{red}{\mathbf{me\ encanta \rightarrow}}\) I really like it
• \(\color{red}{\mathbf{como\ dije \rightarrow}}\) like I said
• \(\color{red}{\mathbf{así \rightarrow}}\) like this
• \(\color{red}{\mathbf{no\ me\ gusta\ que\ salgas\ con\ ellos \rightarrow}}\) I don’t like you going out with them
• \(\color{red}{\mathbf{hacer\ la\ cola \rightarrow}}\) stand in line
• \(\color{red}{\mathbf{se\ le\ dan\ bien\ los\ idiomas \rightarrow}}\) she’s is a good linguist
• \(\color{red}{\mathbf{¡escuche\ a\ me!\ ¡Escuche! \rightarrow}}\) Listen to me!
• \(\color{red}{\mathbf{un\ poco\ de\ leche \rightarrow}}\) a little milk
• \(\color{red}{\mathbf{una\ retransmisión\ en\ directo \rightarrow}}\) a live broadcast
• \(\color{red}{\mathbf{¿dónde\ vives? \rightarrow}}\) Where do you live?
• \(\color{red}{\mathbf{¿a\ qué\ te\ dedicas? \rightarrow}}\) What do you do for a living?
• \(\color{red}{\mathbf{¿eres\ de\ aquí? \rightarrow}}\) Are you local?
• \(\color{red}{\mathbf{¿dónde\ queda.? \rightarrow}}\) Where is it located?
• \(\color{red}{\mathbf{me\ dejé\ las\ llaves\ dentro \rightarrow}}\) I locked myself out
• \(\color{red}{\mathbf{por\ mucho\ tiempo \rightarrow}}\) for a long time
• \(\color{red}{\mathbf{no\ tardes\ mucho \rightarrow}}\) don’t be long
• \(\color{red}{\mathbf{estoy\ buscando\ a\ Juan \rightarrow}}\) I’m looking for John
• \(\color{red}{\mathbf{parece\ que\ va\ a\ llover \rightarrow}}\) it looks it’s going to rain
• \(\color{red}{\mathbf{a\ la\ espera\ de\ sus\ noticias \rightarrow}}\) I look forward to hearing from u
• \(\color{red}{\mathbf{Tiene\ mucho\ talento \rightarrow}}\) He is very able
• \(\color{red}{\mathbf{soy\ capaz\ de\ hacer\ este\ trabajo \rightarrow}}\) I’m able to do this work
• \(\color{red}{\mathbf{En\ los\ contornos \rightarrow}}\) Round about
• \(\color{red}{\mathbf{¿De\ qué\ se\ trata? \rightarrow}}\) What’s it all about?
• \(\color{red}{\mathbf{soñar\ con\ algo \rightarrow}}\) to dream about something
• \(\color{red}{\mathbf{estoy\ en\ camino\ de \rightarrow}}\) I’m about to
• \(\color{red}{\mathbf{Distracción \rightarrow}}\) Absence of mind
• \(\color{red}{\mathbf{De\ acuerdo\ con \rightarrow}}\) In accordance with
• \(\color{red}{\mathbf{Según \rightarrow}}\) According to
• \(\color{red}{\mathbf{El\ es\ acusado\ de. \rightarrow}}\) He is accused of
• \(\color{red}{\mathbf{vive\ al\ otro\ lado\ de\ la\ calle \rightarrow}}\) she lives across the street
• \(\color{red}{\mathbf{Hacer\ el\ tonto \rightarrow}}\) To act the fool
• \(\color{red}{\mathbf{Fuera\ de,\ además \rightarrow}}\) In addition to
• \(\color{red}{\mathbf{dos\ habitaciones\ contiguas \rightarrow}}\) two adjoining rooms
• \(\color{red}{\mathbf{Suspender\ la\ sesión \rightarrow}}\) To adjourn the meeting
• \(\color{red}{\mathbf{Un\ buen\ consejo \rightarrow}}\) A piece of advice
• \(\color{red}{\mathbf{dar\ un\ consejo\ a\ alguien \rightarrow}}\) give someone an advice
• \(\color{red}{\mathbf{seguir\ el\ consejo\ de\ alguien \rightarrow}}\) take someone’s advice
• \(\color{red}{\mathbf{te\ aconsejo\ que\ te\ vayas \rightarrow}}\) I advice you to leave
• \(\color{red}{\mathbf{Aprovecharse\ de/\ sacar\ ventaja \rightarrow}}\) take advantage of
• \(\color{red}{\mathbf{tengo\ miedo\ a/de \rightarrow}}\) I’m afraid of (things /to do things)
• \(\color{red}{\mathbf{tengo\ miedo\ a\ los\ gatos \rightarrow}}\) I’m afraid of cats
• \(\color{red}{\mathbf{Le\ da\ miedo\ la\ oscuridad \rightarrow}}\) he’s afraid of the dark
• \(\color{red}{\mathbf{Me\ temo\ que\ no\ venga \rightarrow}}\) I´m afraid she won´t come
• \(\color{red}{\mathbf{No\ es\ cosa\ tuya \rightarrow}}\) Not your affair (business)
• \(\color{red}{\mathbf{Su\ afectuoso\ sobrina \rightarrow}}\) Your affectionate niece
• \(\color{red}{\mathbf{Es\ superior\ a\ mis\ recursos \rightarrow}}\) I cannot afford it
• \(\color{red}{\mathbf{después\ de\ pasar\ el\ puente \rightarrow}}\) after passing the bridge
• \(\color{red}{\mathbf{Después\ de…gire\ asiga\ todo\ recto \rightarrow}}\) afterturn tokeep straight on
• \(\color{red}{\mathbf{el\ día\ siguiente \rightarrow}}\) The day after.
• \(\color{red}{\mathbf{Después\ de\ todo \rightarrow}}\) After all
• \(\color{red}{\mathbf{La\ vida\ futura \rightarrow}}\) The after life
• \(\color{red}{\mathbf{Nunca\ jamás \rightarrow}}\) Never again
• \(\color{red}{\mathbf{no\ lo\ volví\ a\ ver \rightarrow}}\) I never saw him again
• \(\color{red}{\mathbf{¿Qué\ tienes\ contra\ de\ ella? \rightarrow}}\) What do you have against her?
• \(\color{red}{\mathbf{A\ los\ diez\ años \rightarrow}}\) At the age of ten
• \(\color{red}{\mathbf{hace\ 10\ minutos \rightarrow}}\) 10 minutes ago
• \(\color{red}{\mathbf{hace\ mucho\ tiempo \rightarrow}}\) long time ago
• \(\color{red}{\mathbf{estoy\ de\ acuerdo \rightarrow}}\) I agree with you
• \(\color{red}{\mathbf{A\ la\ vez \rightarrow}}\) all at once
• \(\color{red}{\mathbf{menos \rightarrow}}\) All but
• \(\color{red}{\mathbf{Tanto\ mejor \rightarrow}}\) All the better
• \(\color{red}{\mathbf{el\ es\ alérgico\ a \rightarrow}}\) he is allergic to
• \(\color{red}{\mathbf{no\ está\ permitido \rightarrow}}\) it’s not allowed
• \(\color{red}{\mathbf{No\ se\ permite\ hablar \rightarrow}}\) Talking not allowed
• \(\color{red}{\mathbf{El\ todopoderoso \rightarrow}}\) Almighty God
• \(\color{red}{\mathbf{saldrá\ bien \rightarrow}}\) it will be alright
• \(\color{red}{\mathbf{¿Puedo\ irme\ ahora? \rightarrow}}\) Is it alright to leave now?
• \(\color{red}{\mathbf{¿Qué\ haces\ para\ entretenerte? \rightarrow}}\) What do you do for amusement?
• \(\color{red}{\mathbf{estar\ enojado\ con\ alguien \rightarrow}}\) to be angry with someone
• \(\color{red}{\mathbf{¿Por\ qué\ no\ contestas? \rightarrow}}\) Why don’t you answer?
• \(\color{red}{\mathbf{¿Tienes\ alguna\ idea? \rightarrow}}\) Do you have any idea at all?
• \(\color{red}{\mathbf{¿Alguien\ que\ quiera\ hablar\ conmigo? \rightarrow}}\) Anyone wants to chat with me?
• \(\color{red}{\mathbf{si\ puedo\ ayudarte\ de\ alguna\ manera,\ dímelo \rightarrow}}\) if I can help you anyhow, let me know
• \(\color{red}{\mathbf{pedir\ hora\ con\ el\ doctor \rightarrow}}\) make an appointment with the Dr
• \(\color{red}{\mathbf{me\ gustaría\ hacer\ un\ apunte \rightarrow}}\) I would like to make an appointment
• \(\color{red}{\mathbf{el\ es\ tan\ alto\ como\ Juan \rightarrow}}\) he is as tall as John
• \(\color{red}{\mathbf{trabajo\ a\ tiempo\ completo\ como\ manager \rightarrow}}\) I work full time as a
• \(\color{red}{\mathbf{estar\ apenado\ de,\ estar\ avergonzado\ de \rightarrow}}\) to be ashamed of
• \(\color{red}{\mathbf{le\ pedí\ dinero \rightarrow}}\) I asked him for money
• \(\color{red}{\mathbf{le\ pregunté\ dónde\ vivía \rightarrow}}\) I asked him where he lives
• \(\color{red}{\mathbf{¿Puedo\ hacerte\ una\ pregunta? \rightarrow}}\) Can I ask you something?
• \(\color{red}{\mathbf{es\ un\ gran\ valor\ para\ la\ compañía \rightarrow}}\) she is an asset to our company
• \(\color{red}{\mathbf{ser\ bueno/malo\ haciendo\ algo \rightarrow}}\) be good/bad at something
• \(\color{red}{\mathbf{no\ me\ gustan\ nada\ los\ perros \rightarrow}}\) I don’t like dogs at all
• \(\color{red}{\mathbf{ser\ consiente\ de\ algo \rightarrow}}\) be aware of something
• \(\color{red}{\mathbf{¿Tienes\ habitaciones\ disponibles? \rightarrow}}\) Do you have rooms available?
• \(\color{red}{\mathbf{volverá\ mañana \rightarrow}}\) she will be back tomorrow
• \(\color{red}{\mathbf{regreso\ en\ un\ momentito \rightarrow}}\) I’ll be right back
• \(\color{red}{\mathbf{¿cuándo\ volverás? \rightarrow}}\) When are you coming back?
• \(\color{red}{\mathbf{contestaron\ a\ la\ carta/la\ llamada \rightarrow}}\) they wrote back (letters)
• \(\color{red}{\mathbf{se\ me\ dan\ mal\ las\ matemáticas \rightarrow}}\) I’m bad at math
• \(\color{red}{\mathbf{se\ está\ quedando\ calvo \rightarrow}}\) he is going bald
• \(\color{red}{\mathbf{ir\ a\ la\ quiebra \rightarrow}}\) go bankrupt
• \(\color{red}{\mathbf{barrera\ lingüística \rightarrow}}\) language barrier
• \(\color{red}{\mathbf{¡No\ estés\ triste! \rightarrow}}\) Don’t be sad!
• \(\color{red}{\mathbf{dar\ una\ paliza\ a\ alguien \rightarrow}}\) to beat someone up
• \(\color{red}{\mathbf{ir\ a\ la\ cama \rightarrow}}\) go to bed
• \(\color{red}{\mathbf{no\ he\ estado\ en\ España \rightarrow}}\) I’ve never been to Spain
• \(\color{red}{\mathbf{tengo\ tres\ años\ estudiando \rightarrow}}\) I’ve been studying Spanish for
• \(\color{red}{\mathbf{Español \rightarrow}}\)
• \(\color{red}{\mathbf{No\ te\ creo.\ Me\ crees\ ¿verdad? \rightarrow}}\) I don’t believe you
• \(\color{red}{\mathbf{te\ las\ tendrás\ que\ arreglar \rightarrow}}\) you will have to do without
• \(\color{red}{\mathbf{hacer\ todo\ lo\ posible \rightarrow}}\) do one’s best
• \(\color{red}{\mathbf{¡buena\ suerte!\ Que\ te\ vaya\ bien! \rightarrow}}\) All the best!
• \(\color{red}{\mathbf{apuesto\ a\ que\ no\ viene \rightarrow}}\) I bet he doesn’t come
• \(\color{red}{\mathbf{estoy\ haciendo\ progresos \rightarrow}}\) I’m getting better
• \(\color{red}{\mathbf{sería\ mejor\ que\ pidieras\ permiso \rightarrow}}\) you had better ask for permission
• \(\color{red}{\mathbf{la\ cuenta\ por\ favor \rightarrow}}\) The bill please!
• \(\color{red}{\mathbf{Mi\ tierra\ natal \rightarrow}}\) The land of my birth
• \(\color{red}{\mathbf{¿Fecha\ de\ nacimiento? \rightarrow}}\) Date of birth?
• \(\color{red}{\mathbf{¡Feliz\ cumpleaños! \rightarrow}}\) Happy birthday!
• \(\color{red}{\mathbf{platicamos\ un\ rato/\ ratito \rightarrow}}\) let’s chat for a bit
• \(\color{red}{\mathbf{estaré\ allí\ dentro\ de\ un\ rato \rightarrow}}\) I’ll be there in a bit
• \(\color{red}{\mathbf{culpar\ a\ alguien\ de\ algo \rightarrow}}\) blame someone for something
• \(\color{red}{\mathbf{¡Jesús!\ qué\ ¡Dios\ te\ bendiga! \rightarrow}}\) Bless you!
• \(\color{red}{\mathbf{a\ sangre\ fría \rightarrow}}\) in cold blood
• \(\color{red}{\mathbf{¡Qué\ aproveche!\ ¡Buen\ provecho! \rightarrow}}\) Bon appétit!
• \(\color{red}{\mathbf{tengo\ una\ habitación\ reservada \rightarrow}}\) I booked a room
• \(\color{red}{\mathbf{me\ aburro,\ estoy\ aburrido \rightarrow}}\) I’m bored
• \(\color{red}{\mathbf{¿Dónde\ naciste? \rightarrow}}\) Where were you born?
• \(\color{red}{\mathbf{nací\ en\ mil\ novecientos\ setenta\ y\ nueve \rightarrow}}\) I was born in 1979
• \(\color{red}{\mathbf{yo\ nací\ en\ Italia\ pero\ voy\ muy\ seguido\ a\ Méx \rightarrow}}\) I was born in Italy, but go often to Mex
• \(\color{red}{\mathbf{yo\ nací\ en\ Francia\ pero\ vivo\ en\ los\ EU \rightarrow}}\) I was born in France but live in the US
• \(\color{red}{\mathbf{¿Te\ molesta\ si\ fumo/\ si\ mi\ siento\ aquí? \rightarrow}}\) Does it bother you if I smoke?
• \(\color{red}{\mathbf{en\ la\ parte\ inferior\ de\ la\ pantalla \rightarrow}}\) at the bottom of the screen
• \(\color{red}{\mathbf{¡Nos\ trae\ (más\ pan)! \rightarrow}}\) Please, bring us!
• \(\color{red}{\mathbf{sólo\ estoy\ mirando \rightarrow}}\) I’m just browsing
• \(\color{red}{\mathbf{tener\ un\ presupuesto\ limitado \rightarrow}}\) be on a budget
• \(\color{red}{\mathbf{estoy\ aquí\ por\ razón\ de\ trabajo \rightarrow}}\) I’m here for business
• \(\color{red}{\mathbf{no\ es\ asunto/cosa\ tuyo/a \rightarrow}}\) it’s none of your business
• \(\color{red}{\mathbf{sacar\ una\ entrada \rightarrow}}\) buy a ticket
• \(\color{red}{\mathbf{¿dónde\ venden\ tarjetas\ telefónicas? \rightarrow}}\) Where can I buy?
• \(\color{red}{\mathbf{lo\ hice\ yo\ solito \rightarrow}}\) I did it by myself
• \(\color{red}{\mathbf{a\ propósito \rightarrow}}\) by the way
• \(\color{red}{\mathbf{una\ llamada\ interurbana \rightarrow}}\) long distance call
• \(\color{red}{\mathbf{¿Cómo\ se\ llama\ a\ esto\ en\ español? \rightarrow}}\) What’s that called?
• \(\color{red}{\mathbf{debemos\ telefonear\ a\ una\ ambulancia \rightarrow}}\) we must call for an ambulance
• \(\color{red}{\mathbf{le\ volveré\ a\ llamar\ más\ tarde/mañana \rightarrow}}\) I will call back later/tomorrow
• \(\color{red}{\mathbf{tienes\ una\ llamada,\ te\ llaman \rightarrow}}\) there is a call for u
• \(\color{red}{\mathbf{te\ llamaré\ mañana \rightarrow}}\) I’ll give you a call tomorrow
• \(\color{red}{\mathbf{le\ llamó\ mentiroso \rightarrow}}\) he called him a liar
• \(\color{red}{\mathbf{te\ dijeron\ maricón\ de\ mierda \rightarrow}}\) they called you gay
• \(\color{red}{\mathbf{ese\ estúpido\ me\ llama\ perra \rightarrow}}\) this stupid calls me bitch
• \(\color{red}{\mathbf{pero\ me\ llaman\ Juan \rightarrow}}\) but they call me John
• \(\color{red}{\mathbf{¿De\ parte\ de\ quién? \rightarrow}}\) And who’s calling?
• \(\color{red}{\mathbf{¡Cálmate! \rightarrow}}\) Calm down!
• \(\color{red}{\mathbf{estoy\ llegando\ del\ trabajo \rightarrow}}\) I came from work
• \(\color{red}{\mathbf{¿Puede\ volver\ a\ llamar\ más\ tarde? \rightarrow}}\) Can you call again later?
• \(\color{red}{\mathbf{¿Me\ oyes? \rightarrow}}\) Can you hear me?
• \(\color{red}{\mathbf{debe\ haber\ un\ error \rightarrow}}\) that can’t be right
• \(\color{red}{\mathbf{¿Puedo? \rightarrow}}\) Can I?
• \(\color{red}{\mathbf{¡Cuídate!\ ¡Cuidados! \rightarrow}}\) Take care!
• \(\color{red}{\mathbf{¡Ten\ Cuidado! \rightarrow}}\) Be careful!
• \(\color{red}{\mathbf{en\ ese\ caso \rightarrow}}\) in that case
• \(\color{red}{\mathbf{pagar\ en\ efectivo \rightarrow}}\) pay in cash
• \(\color{red}{\mathbf{recuperar\ sueño \rightarrow}}\) catch up on one’s sleep
• \(\color{red}{\mathbf{no\ voy\ a\ correr\ ningún\ riesgo \rightarrow}}\) I’m not taking any chances
• \(\color{red}{\mathbf{para\ variar \rightarrow}}\) for a change
• \(\color{red}{\mathbf{¿Pagará\ en\ efectivo\ o\ con\ tarjeta? \rightarrow}}\) Will that be cash or charge?
• \(\color{red}{\mathbf{¡Anímate! \rightarrow}}\) Cheer up!
• \(\color{red}{\mathbf{¡Salud! \rightarrow}}\) Cheers!
• \(\color{red}{\mathbf{hace\ fresquito\ hoy \rightarrow}}\) it’s chilly today
• \(\color{red}{\mathbf{no\ tuve\ alternativa \rightarrow}}\) I had no choice
• \(\color{red}{\mathbf{¡Feliz\ navidad! \rightarrow}}\) Merry Christmas!
• \(\color{red}{\mathbf{¡está\ cerca? \rightarrow}}\) Is it close?
• \(\color{red}{\mathbf{no\ tengo\ ni\ idea \rightarrow}}\) no clue
• \(\color{red}{\mathbf{tengo\ frío \rightarrow}}\) I’m cold
• \(\color{red}{\mathbf{estoy\ resfriado,\ tengo\ un\ resfriado \rightarrow}}\) I have a cold
• \(\color{red}{\mathbf{¡venga\ aquí!\ ¡ven\ acá! \rightarrow}}\) Come here!
• \(\color{red}{\mathbf{¿Cómo\ es\ eso?\ ¿Por\ qué?\ ¿y\ eso? \rightarrow}}\) How come?
• \(\color{red}{\mathbf{¡entre!\ ¡adelante! \rightarrow}}\) Come in!
• \(\color{red}{\mathbf{¡vamos,\ hombre!\ estás\ exagerando \rightarrow}}\) come on, you’re exaggerating
• \(\color{red}{\mathbf{¡anda!\ Dime. \rightarrow}}\) Come on! tell me
• \(\color{red}{\mathbf{tener\ algo\ en\ común\ con\ alguien \rightarrow}}\) have something in common
• \(\color{red}{\mathbf{comparado\ con \rightarrow}}\) Compared with
• \(\color{red}{\mathbf{no\ somos\ compatibles \rightarrow}}\) we’re not compatible
• \(\color{red}{\mathbf{Por\ lo\ que\ toca. \rightarrow}}\) Concerning
• \(\color{red}{\mathbf{tengo\ algo\ que\ confesar \rightarrow}}\) I have a confession to make
• \(\color{red}{\mathbf{felicidades\ por \rightarrow}}\) congratulations on
• \(\color{red}{\mathbf{Se\ considera\ que\ es \rightarrow}}\) It’s considered to be
• \(\color{red}{\mathbf{tomar\ algo\ en\ consideración \rightarrow}}\) take something into consideration
• \(\color{red}{\mathbf{soy\ un\ buen\ cocinero \rightarrow}}\) I’m a good cook
• \(\color{red}{\mathbf{¿Es\ correcto\ decir.? \rightarrow}}\) Is it correct to say?
• \(\color{red}{\mathbf{tienes\ razón \rightarrow}}\) you’re correct
• \(\color{red}{\mathbf{cuesta\ demasiado \rightarrow}}\) it costs too much
• \(\color{red}{\mathbf{Me\ gustaría\ visitar\ algún\ día\ tu\ país \rightarrow}}\) I’d like to visit your country one day
• \(\color{red}{\mathbf{¡Claro!\ ¡Claro\ que\ si!\ ¡Por\ supuesto! \rightarrow}}\) Of course!
• \(\color{red}{\mathbf{¿Aceptas\ tarjetas\ de\ crédito? \rightarrow}}\) Do you accept credit card?
• \(\color{red}{\mathbf{se\ me\ ha\ cortado\ la\ comunicación \rightarrow}}\) I was cut off
• \(\color{red}{\mathbf{me\ he\ cortado\ el\ pelo/dedo \rightarrow}}\) I had my hair cut
• \(\color{red}{\mathbf{se\ ha\ cortado \rightarrow}}\) we were cut off
• \(\color{red}{\mathbf{eso\ te\ queda\ muy\ mono \rightarrow}}\) it looks really cute on u
• \(\color{red}{\mathbf{estás\ perjudicando\ tu\ salud \rightarrow}}\) you’re damaging your health
• \(\color{red}{\mathbf{¡Me\ importa\ un\ pimiento! \rightarrow}}\) I don’t give a damn!
• \(\color{red}{\mathbf{¡Maldita\ sea! \rightarrow}}\) damn it
• \(\color{red}{\mathbf{¡Cómo\ te\ atreves! \rightarrow}}\) How dare you!
• \(\color{red}{\mathbf{sí\ cariño \rightarrow}}\) Yes my darling!
• \(\color{red}{\mathbf{pasado\ de\ moda\ (ropa),\ caducado\ (passport) \rightarrow}}\) out of date
• \(\color{red}{\mathbf{¿Qué\ fecha/día\ es\ hoy? \rightarrow}}\) What’s today’s date?
• \(\color{red}{\mathbf{Día\ tras\ día. \rightarrow}}\) day after day
• \(\color{red}{\mathbf{es\ una\ ocasión \rightarrow}}\) it’s a good deal
• \(\color{red}{\mathbf{querida\ rosa \rightarrow}}\) dear Rosa
• \(\color{red}{\mathbf{habrá\ una\ demora\ de\ 5\ minutos \rightarrow}}\) there will be a 5 min delay
• \(\color{red}{\mathbf{la\ comida\ estuvo\ deliciosa \rightarrow}}\) the meal was delicious
• \(\color{red}{\mathbf{te\ estás\ engañando\ a\ ti\ mismo \rightarrow}}\) you’re deluding yourself
• \(\color{red}{\mathbf{no\ lo\ niego,\ soy\ muy\ orgulloso\ de\ ser\ latino \rightarrow}}\) I don’t deny it, I’m proud of being
• \(\color{red}{\mathbf{depende \rightarrow}}\) that depends
• \(\color{red}{\mathbf{depende\ del\ tiempo \rightarrow}}\) it depends on the weather
• \(\color{red}{\mathbf{privar\ a\ alguien\ de\ algo \rightarrow}}\) deprive someone of something
• \(\color{red}{\mathbf{Marque\ el\ numeropara \rightarrow}}\) Dial the number .for
• \(\color{red}{\mathbf{no\ cambia\ nada \rightarrow}}\) it doesn’t make any difference
• \(\color{red}{\mathbf{con\ dificultades \rightarrow}}\) with difficulty
• \(\color{red}{\mathbf{un\ número\ de\ 4\ dígitos \rightarrow}}\) a four digit number
• \(\color{red}{\mathbf{Haces\ descuento\ a \rightarrow}}\) Is there any discount on
• \(\color{red}{\mathbf{me\ da\ asco \rightarrow}}\) I find it disgusting
• \(\color{red}{\mathbf{no\ molestar \rightarrow}}\) do not disturb
• \(\color{red}{\mathbf{no\ sé\ qué\ hacer \rightarrow}}\) I don’t know what to do
• \(\color{red}{\mathbf{¡Ya\ vale! \rightarrow}}\) That will do!
• \(\color{red}{\mathbf{¡bien\ hecho! \rightarrow}}\) Well done!
• \(\color{red}{\mathbf{con\ dos\ camas \rightarrow}}\) with double bed
• \(\color{red}{\mathbf{voy\ al\ centro \rightarrow}}\) I’m going downtown
• \(\color{red}{\mathbf{hace\ mucha\ corriente\ aquí \rightarrow}}\) it’s drafty here
• \(\color{red}{\mathbf{dibuja\ muy\ bien \rightarrow}}\) she is a good drawer
• \(\color{red}{\mathbf{anoche\ soñé\ contigo \rightarrow}}\) I dreamt about you last night
• \(\color{red}{\mathbf{no\ bebo \rightarrow}}\) I don’t drink
• \(\color{red}{\mathbf{Me\ vuelves\ loco \rightarrow}}\) You’re driving me crazy
• \(\color{red}{\mathbf{Él\ me\ está\ volviendo\ loco. \rightarrow}}\) he is driving me mad
• \(\color{red}{\mathbf{diez\ minutos\ en\ carro \rightarrow}}\) 10 minutes driving
• \(\color{red}{\mathbf{nos\ queremos \rightarrow}}\) we love each other
• \(\color{red}{\mathbf{¡Tranquilízate! \rightarrow}}\) take it easy
• \(\color{red}{\mathbf{no\ consumo\ alimentos\ que\ contienen\ jamón \rightarrow}}\) I can’t eat food that have pork
• \(\color{red}{\mathbf{a\ partir\ del\ 1\ de\ mayo \rightarrow}}\) effective May 1
• \(\color{red}{\mathbf{hablas\ con\ cierta\ elegancia \rightarrow}}\) you speak in an elegant way
• \(\color{red}{\mathbf{¿algo\ más?\ no\ eso\ es\ todo,\ gracias \rightarrow}}\) Anything else?
• \(\color{red}{\mathbf{me\ daba\ vergüenza\ preguntar \rightarrow}}\) I was embarrassed to ask
• \(\color{red}{\mathbf{dar\ ánimo\ a\ alguien \rightarrow}}\) to encourage someone
• \(\color{red}{\mathbf{¿a\ que\ hora\ termina? \rightarrow}}\) When does it end?
• \(\color{red}{\mathbf{a\ finales\ de\ julio \rightarrow}}\) at the end of July
• \(\color{red}{\mathbf{¿te\ gusta? \rightarrow}}\) Do you enjoy it?
• \(\color{red}{\mathbf{¡Comer\ con\ gusto! \rightarrow}}\) Enjoy the meal!
• \(\color{red}{\mathbf{adiós\ y\ que\ disfruten\ su\ tiempo \rightarrow}}\) goodbye and enjoy your time
• \(\color{red}{\mathbf{espero\ que\ disfruten\ la\ comida \rightarrow}}\) hope you enjoy the meal
• \(\color{red}{\mathbf{no\ tengo\ suficiente\ dinero \rightarrow}}\) I don’t have enough money
• \(\color{red}{\mathbf{Esto\ es.\ Basta\ ya \rightarrow}}\) Enough talk! That’s enough!
• \(\color{red}{\mathbf{¡estoy\ harto! \rightarrow}}\) I’ve had enough!
• \(\color{red}{\mathbf{envidiar\ a\ alguien\ por\ algo \rightarrow}}\) envy someone something
• \(\color{red}{\mathbf{tú\ lo\ que\ tienes\ envidia\ de\ los\ cubanos \rightarrow}}\) you envy Cubans
• \(\color{red}{\mathbf{no\ consigo\ recordar\ la\ palabra \rightarrow}}\) the word escapes me
• \(\color{red}{\mathbf{aunque\ me\ suplicara \rightarrow}}\) even if he begged me
• \(\color{red}{\mathbf{por\ la\ tarde \rightarrow}}\) in the evening
• \(\color{red}{\mathbf{¿Has\ estado\ alguna\ vez\ en\ Nueva\ York? \rightarrow}}\) Have you ever been to NY?
• \(\color{red}{\mathbf{hacer\ un\ examen \rightarrow}}\) take an exam
• \(\color{red}{\mathbf{a\ excepción\ de \rightarrow}}\) with the exception of
• \(\color{red}{\mathbf{¡disculpe!\ ¡Oiga!\ ¡perdone!\ (for\ attention) \rightarrow}}\) excuse me (to pass by)
• \(\color{red}{\mathbf{hacer\ ejercicio,\ ejercitar \rightarrow}}\) take exercise
• \(\color{red}{\mathbf{a\ cargo\ de\ la\ empresa \rightarrow}}\) at the company’s expense
• \(\color{red}{\mathbf{puedes\ explicarlo,\ por\ favor \rightarrow}}\) could you explain that please
• \(\color{red}{\mathbf{hasta\ cierto\ punto \rightarrow}}\) to a certain extent
• \(\color{red}{\mathbf{esta\ pendiente\ de \rightarrow}}\) keep an eye on
• \(\color{red}{\mathbf{Frente\ a\ frente.\ Cara\ a\ cara \rightarrow}}\) Face to face
• \(\color{red}{\mathbf{le\ saluda\ atentamente \rightarrow}}\) yours faithfully
• \(\color{red}{\mathbf{ser\ fiel\ a\ la\ pareja \rightarrow}}\) be faithful to one’s partner
• \(\color{red}{\mathbf{me\ caí\ del\ muro \rightarrow}}\) I fell of the wall
• \(\color{red}{\mathbf{me\ he\ caído \rightarrow}}\) I have fallen
• \(\color{red}{\mathbf{ser\ acusado\ falsamente\ de\ algo \rightarrow}}\) be falsely accused of something
• \(\color{red}{\mathbf{eso\ me\ resulta\ familiar \rightarrow}}\) that looks familiar
• \(\color{red}{\mathbf{ser\ famoso\ por \rightarrow}}\) be famous for
• \(\color{red}{\mathbf{¿está\ lejos? \rightarrow}}\) Is it far?
• \(\color{red}{\mathbf{¿a\ qué\ distancia\ está? \rightarrow}}\) How far is?
• \(\color{red}{\mathbf{que\ yo\ sepa \rightarrow}}\) as far as I know
• \(\color{red}{\mathbf{te\ has\ pasado \rightarrow}}\) you’ve gone too far (in behavior)
• \(\color{red}{\mathbf{por\ ahora\ muy\ bien \rightarrow}}\) so far so good
• \(\color{red}{\mathbf{restaurante\ de\ comidas\ rápidas \rightarrow}}\) fast food restaurant
• \(\color{red}{\mathbf{es\ culpa\ tuya \rightarrow}}\) it’s your fault
• \(\color{red}{\mathbf{No\ tuve\ la\ culpa.\ no\ tengo\ la\ culpa\ (pres) \rightarrow}}\) it wasn’t my fault
• \(\color{red}{\mathbf{¡haga\ me\ un\ favor! \rightarrow}}\) do me a favor
• \(\color{red}{\mathbf{estoy\ harto\ de\ mi\ trabajo \rightarrow}}\) I’m fed up with my job
• \(\color{red}{\mathbf{no\ me\ siento\ bien \rightarrow}}\) I don’t feel well
• \(\color{red}{\mathbf{no\ me\ da\ la\ gana \rightarrow}}\) I don’t feel like it
• \(\color{red}{\mathbf{estoy\ mareado/cansado \rightarrow}}\) I feel sick/tired
• \(\color{red}{\mathbf{¿Cómo\ te\ encuentras\ hoy? \rightarrow}}\) How’re you feeling today?
• \(\color{red}{\mathbf{no\ me\ apetece \rightarrow}}\) I don’t feel like it
• \(\color{red}{\mathbf{lleno\ ,\ por\ favor,\ llena\ esta\ hoja \rightarrow}}\) fill it up please
• \(\color{red}{\mathbf{dónde\ puedo\ encontrar\ un\ buen\ restaurante \rightarrow}}\) Where can I find a good restaurant?
• \(\color{red}{\mathbf{esta\ bien,\ la\ tomo \rightarrow}}\) that’s fine, I will take it (room)
• \(\color{red}{\mathbf{pelearse \rightarrow}}\) have a fight (argue)
• \(\color{red}{\mathbf{¿Qué\ te\ pareció\ el\ hotel? \rightarrow}}\) How did you find the hotel?
• \(\color{red}{\mathbf{¡Fuego! \rightarrow}}\) Fire!
• \(\color{red}{\mathbf{te\ queda\ perfectamente \rightarrow}}\) it fits you perfectly
• \(\color{red}{\mathbf{conocer/ver\ a\ alguien\ en\ persona \rightarrow}}\) meet/see s.o in the flesh
• \(\color{red}{\mathbf{habla\ español\ con\ soltura \rightarrow}}\) he speaks Spanish fluently
• \(\color{red}{\mathbf{lo\ siento\ mucho,\ pero\ no\ estoy\ libre \rightarrow}}\) sorry, I’m not free
• \(\color{red}{\mathbf{hay\ niebla \rightarrow}}\) It’s foggy!
• \(\color{red}{\mathbf{siga\ esta\ calle/carretera \rightarrow}}\) follow this road
• \(\color{red}{\mathbf{sígueme \rightarrow}}\) follow me
• \(\color{red}{\mathbf{soy\ un\ gran\ aficionado\ al\ ajedrez \rightarrow}}\) I’m fond of.
• \(\color{red}{\mathbf{le\ tengo\ mucho\ cariño \rightarrow}}\) I’m very fond of him
• \(\color{red}{\mathbf{llevo\ todo\ el\ día\ de\ pie \rightarrow}}\) I’ve been on my feet all day
• \(\color{red}{\mathbf{a\ pie/en\ carro \rightarrow}}\) on foot/by car
• \(\color{red}{\mathbf{esto\ es\ para\ ti \rightarrow}}\) this is for you
• \(\color{red}{\mathbf{¿para\ qué\ sirve\ esto? \rightarrow}}\) What is this for?
• \(\color{red}{\mathbf{por\ favor\ tenlo\ listo\ (para)\ el\ lunes \rightarrow}}\) please get it done for Monday
• \(\color{red}{\mathbf{déjame\ que\ te\ lo\ haga \rightarrow}}\) let me do it for you
• \(\color{red}{\mathbf{lo\ compré\ por\ 25\ dólares \rightarrow}}\) I bought it for $15
• \(\color{red}{\mathbf{¿por\ cuanto\ lo\ vendiste? \rightarrow}}\) How much did you sell it for?
• \(\color{red}{\mathbf{voy\ a\ estar\ aquí\ 6\ meses \rightarrow}}\) I’m here for 6 months
• \(\color{red}{\mathbf{me\ alegro\ por\ ti \rightarrow}}\) happy for you
• \(\color{red}{\mathbf{Trabajé\ durante\ tres\ años\ para. \rightarrow}}\) I worked for 3 years in
• \(\color{red}{\mathbf{se\ me\ olvidó\ su\ nombre \rightarrow}}\) I forgot his name
• \(\color{red}{\mathbf{olvidarse\ de\ hacer\ algo \rightarrow}}\) to forget to do something
• \(\color{red}{\mathbf{estar\ en\ forma \rightarrow}}\) to be on form/shape
• \(\color{red}{\mathbf{diez\ grados\ bajo\ cero \rightarrow}}\) it’s 15 degrees below freezing
• \(\color{red}{\mathbf{¡No\ te\ asustes!\ ¡No\ tengas\ miedo! \rightarrow}}\) don’t be frightened
• \(\color{red}{\mathbf{a\ partir\ de\ hoy \rightarrow}}\) from today on
• \(\color{red}{\mathbf{desde\ aquí\ hasta\ allí \rightarrow}}\) from here to there
• \(\color{red}{\mathbf{trabajo\ de\ nueve\ a\ cinco \rightarrow}}\) I work fromto
• \(\color{red}{\mathbf{¿de\ dónde\ eres\ tu? \rightarrow}}\) Where are you from?
• \(\color{red}{\mathbf{¿alguna\ persona\ de\ Maryland? \rightarrow}}\) Anyone from Maryland?
• \(\color{red}{\mathbf{estoy\ helado \rightarrow}}\) I’m frozen
• \(\color{red}{\mathbf{¡Que\ se\ joda!\ vete\ a\ la\ mierda! \rightarrow}}\) Fuck off!
• \(\color{red}{\mathbf{lo\ siento\ pero\ estamos\ completos \rightarrow}}\) sorry, we’re full
• \(\color{red}{\mathbf{Adiós\ ¡que\ los\ paséis\ bien! \rightarrow}}\) Bye. Have fun!
• \(\color{red}{\mathbf{burlarse\ de \rightarrow}}\) make fun of
• \(\color{red}{\mathbf{nos\ estamos\ divirtiendo\ mucho \rightarrow}}\) we’re having a lot of fun
• \(\color{red}{\mathbf{eso\ no\ tiene\ gracia \rightarrow}}\) that’s not funny
• \(\color{red}{\mathbf{engordar\ 20\ libras \rightarrow}}\) gain 20 pounds
• \(\color{red}{\mathbf{ella\ me\ llevó\ a\ mi\ casa \rightarrow}}\) she gave me a lift to my house
• \(\color{red}{\mathbf{me\ estoy\ haciendo\ mayor \rightarrow}}\) I’m getting old
• \(\color{red}{\mathbf{¿perdóname,\ puedo\ pasar? \rightarrow}}\) Excuse me, can I get by?
• \(\color{red}{\mathbf{el\ me\ cae\ muy\ bien \rightarrow}}\) I get along very well with him
• \(\color{red}{\mathbf{montarse\ en\ el\ autobús/mi\ bici \rightarrow}}\) get on the bus/my bike
• \(\color{red}{\mathbf{¿Cómo\ te\ van\ las\ cosas\ en\ el\ colegio? \rightarrow}}\) How are you getting along at school?
• \(\color{red}{\mathbf{dale\ recuerdos\ de\ mi\ parte \rightarrow}}\) give her my love
• \(\color{red}{\mathbf{hacer\ un\ regalo\ a\ alguien \rightarrow}}\) give a present to someone
• \(\color{red}{\mathbf{me\ alegro\ de\ verte \rightarrow}}\) I’m glad to see you
• \(\color{red}{\mathbf{¿adónde\ quieres\ ir? \rightarrow}}\) Where would you like to go?
• \(\color{red}{\mathbf{es\ para\ llevar \rightarrow}}\) it’s to go (food)
• \(\color{red}{\mathbf{me\ tengo\ que\ ir,\ adiós \rightarrow}}\) I have to go, goodbye
• \(\color{red}{\mathbf{como\ te\ encuentras? \rightarrow}}\) How is it going?
• \(\color{red}{\mathbf{¿adónde\ vas? \rightarrow}}\) Where are you going?
• \(\color{red}{\mathbf{haberse\ acabado \rightarrow}}\) be all gone (finished)
• \(\color{red}{\mathbf{¿puedo?\ por\ supuesto\ ,\ adelante \rightarrow}}\) Can I? Sure, go ahead!
• \(\color{red}{\mathbf{bueno,\ mi\ amiguito\ me\ retiro \rightarrow}}\) ok little friend, I’ve got to go
• \(\color{red}{\mathbf{gracias\ a\ Dios \rightarrow}}\) thank God (goodness)
• \(\color{red}{\mathbf{¿Buenos\ días!\ buenas\ tardes!noches! \rightarrow}}\) good morning, evening, night
• \(\color{red}{\mathbf{¿Buenas\ noches\ y\ dulces\ sueños! \rightarrow}}\) good night and sweet dreams
• \(\color{red}{\mathbf{se\ le\ da\ muy\ bien\ el\ ajedrez \rightarrow}}\) he is good at chess
• \(\color{red}{\mathbf{Oh,\ qué\ bien! \rightarrow}}\) Oh! That’s good!
• \(\color{red}{\mathbf{en\ dos\ semanas\ me\ graduó \rightarrow}}\) I’ll graduate in two weeks
• \(\color{red}{\mathbf{le\ estoy\ agradecido \rightarrow}}\) I’m grateful to him
• \(\color{red}{\mathbf{¿cómo\ fue?\ Estupendo.\ genial \rightarrow}}\) How was it? Great!
• \(\color{red}{\mathbf{¡lo\ iría\ grande! \rightarrow}}\) That would be great!
• \(\color{red}{\mathbf{me\ imagino\ que\ sí \rightarrow}}\) I guess so
• \(\color{red}{\mathbf{¡Eh,\ gente! \rightarrow}}\) Hey, you guys!
• \(\color{red}{\mathbf{tener\ el\ pelo\ corto/largo \rightarrow}}\) have short/long hair
• \(\color{red}{\mathbf{media\ botella \rightarrow}}\) half bottle
• \(\color{red}{\mathbf{media\ libra \rightarrow}}\) half a pound
• \(\color{red}{\mathbf{a\ mitad\ precio \rightarrow}}\) at half price
• \(\color{red}{\mathbf{a\ mitad\ de\ camino \rightarrow}}\) half way
• \(\color{red}{\mathbf{por\ una\ parte.por\ otra\ parte \rightarrow}}\) on one handon the other hand
• \(\color{red}{\mathbf{¡arriba\ las\ manos! \rightarrow}}\) Hands up!
• \(\color{red}{\mathbf{a\ mano\ derecha \rightarrow}}\) on your right hand
• \(\color{red}{\mathbf{deja\ me\ que\ me\ ocupe\ yo\ de\ esto \rightarrow}}\) let me handle this
• \(\color{red}{\mathbf{¿tienen…? \rightarrow}}\) Do you have (in restaurant)?
• \(\color{red}{\mathbf{¿qué\ ha\ pasado? \rightarrow}}\) What happened?
• \(\color{red}{\mathbf{¿Qué\ pasó\ con\ mi\ pregunta? \rightarrow}}\) What happened to my question?
• \(\color{red}{\mathbf{¿qué\ te\ ha\ pasado? \rightarrow}}\) What has happened to you?
• \(\color{red}{\mathbf{en\ este\ lugar\ hay\ fantasmas \rightarrow}}\) this place is haunted
• \(\color{red}{\mathbf{¿me\ da\ un\ café? \rightarrow}}\) Can I have a coffee?
• \(\color{red}{\mathbf{me\ corté\ el\ pelo \rightarrow}}\) I had my hair cut
• \(\color{red}{\mathbf{¿Tienes \rightarrow}}\) Do you have anything on tonight?
• \(\color{red}{\mathbf{algo\ planeado\ para\ esta\ noche? \rightarrow}}\)
• \(\color{red}{\mathbf{tú\ tienes\ gracia,\ él\ no \rightarrow}}\) you’re funny, he is not
• \(\color{red}{\mathbf{¿Te\ has\ enterado\ de\ lo\ de\ mike? \rightarrow}}\) Have you heard of Mike?
• \(\color{red}{\mathbf{saber\ algo\ de\ memoria \rightarrow}}\) know something by heart
• \(\color{red}{\mathbf{enciende\ la\ calefacción \rightarrow}}\) turn on the heater
• \(\color{red}{\mathbf{hay\ mucho\ tráfico \rightarrow}}\) there is heavy traffic
• \(\color{red}{\mathbf{qué\ demonios\ estas\ haciendo/quieres \rightarrow}}\) what the hell you doing/want
• \(\color{red}{\mathbf{¡vete\ a\ paseo!\ mejor\ vete\ al\ diablo! \rightarrow}}\) Go to hell!
• \(\color{red}{\mathbf{saludar\ a\ alguien \rightarrow}}\) say hello to someone
• \(\color{red}{\mathbf{no\ puedo\ evitarlo \rightarrow}}\) I can’t help it
• \(\color{red}{\mathbf{¡sírvete! \rightarrow}}\) Help yourself!
• \(\color{red}{\mathbf{¿puede\ ayudarme? \rightarrow}}\) Can you help me?
• \(\color{red}{\mathbf{gracias\ por\ tu\ ayuda \rightarrow}}\) thank you for your help
• \(\color{red}{\mathbf{¿podría\ ayudarse? \rightarrow}}\) Can I help you? (shop)
• \(\color{red}{\mathbf{la\ conozco \rightarrow}}\) I know her
• \(\color{red}{\mathbf{eso\ es\ para\ ella \rightarrow}}\) this is for her
• \(\color{red}{\mathbf{aquí\ está\ la\ llave, \rightarrow}}\) here is the key to your room
• \(\color{red}{\mathbf{¡aquí\ tienes! \rightarrow}}\) here you’re
• \(\color{red}{\mathbf{¡aquí\ tiene! \rightarrow}}\) Here you go!
• \(\color{red}{\mathbf{sola\ (alone),\ ella\ sola\ (without\ any\ help) \rightarrow}}\) by herself
• \(\color{red}{\mathbf{Hola\ a\ todos!\ Saludos\ a\ todos \rightarrow}}\) Hi all!
• \(\color{red}{\mathbf{la\ tensión\ alta \rightarrow}}\) high blood pressure
• \(\color{red}{\mathbf{estar\ muy\ bien\ pagado \rightarrow}}\) highly paid
• \(\color{red}{\mathbf{hacer\ autostop \rightarrow}}\) hitch a ride
• \(\color{red}{\mathbf{no\ cuelgue,\ por\ favor \rightarrow}}\) hold on please
• \(\color{red}{\mathbf{¡buenas\ vacaciones! \rightarrow}}\) Have a good holiday!
• \(\color{red}{\mathbf{tomarse\ vacaciones \rightarrow}}\) take a holiday
• \(\color{red}{\mathbf{¿hay\ alguien\ en\ casa? \rightarrow}}\) Anybody home?
• \(\color{red}{\mathbf{Nueva\ york\ es\ mi\ hogar \rightarrow}}\) New York is my home
• \(\color{red}{\mathbf{ponte\ cómodo \rightarrow}}\) make yourself at home
• \(\color{red}{\mathbf{¿todo\ bien\ en\ casa? \rightarrow}}\) Everything ok at home?
• \(\color{red}{\mathbf{espero\ que\ te\ guste \rightarrow}}\) I hope you like it
• \(\color{red}{\mathbf{espero\ que\ si \rightarrow}}\) I hope so
• \(\color{red}{\mathbf{tomar\ a\ alguien\ como\ rehén \rightarrow}}\) take someone hostage
• \(\color{red}{\mathbf{tengo\ calor \rightarrow}}\) I’m hot
• \(\color{red}{\mathbf{hace\ calor \rightarrow}}\) it’s hot
• \(\color{red}{\mathbf{¿Cómo\ es\ eso?\ ¿Por\ qué? \rightarrow}}\) How come?
• \(\color{red}{\mathbf{¿cómo\ estás? \rightarrow}}\) How are you?
• \(\color{red}{\mathbf{¿Cómo\ dices\ una\ taza\ en\ Ingles? \rightarrow}}\) How do you say a cup en Spanish?
• \(\color{red}{\mathbf{¿cómo\ se\ va\ a? \rightarrow}}\) How do I get to?
• \(\color{red}{\mathbf{¿qué\ precio\ tiene\ por\ noche? \rightarrow}}\) How much is it per night?
• \(\color{red}{\mathbf{te\ doy\ un\ abrazo \rightarrow}}\) I give you a hug
• \(\color{red}{\mathbf{sentido\ del\ humor \rightarrow}}\) sense of humor
• \(\color{red}{\mathbf{tengo\ hambre \rightarrow}}\) I’m hungry
• \(\color{red}{\mathbf{tengo\ prisa \rightarrow}}\) I’m in a hurry
• \(\color{red}{\mathbf{date\ prisa,\ vas\ a\ llegar\ tarde\ otra\ vez \rightarrow}}\) Hurry up! you make yourself late again

Funny Spanish Phrases

• “No hay mal que por bien no venga” – This translates to “There’s no bad that doesn’t come with something good,” but can be used humorously to imply that a bad situation isn’t all that bad.
• “¡Qué mosca te ha picado!” – This phrase means “What fly has bitten you?” and can be used to ask someone why they’re acting strange or doing something out of character.
• “Estar en las nubes” – This translates to “To be in the clouds,” but is often used humorously to describe someone who is absent-minded or not paying attention.
• “No me toques las palmas que me conozco” – This phrase means “Don’t clap your hands, I know myself,” and can be used to tell someone not to patronize or flatter you.
• “Tener más cara que espalda” – This translates to “To have more face than back,” and is used to describe someone who is shameless or audacious.
• “Meterse en camisa de once varas” – This phrase means “To get into a shirt with eleven sleeves,” and is used to describe a situation that is unnecessarily complicated or difficult.
• “Más vale maña que fuerza” – This translates to “Skill is better than strength,” but can be used humorously to imply that intelligence or cleverness is more important than physical strength.
• “No te vistas que no vas” – This phrase means “Don’t dress up, you’re not going anywhere,” and can be used to tell someone not to put on airs or act more important than they really are.
• “Dar en el clavo” – This translates to “To hit the nail on the head,” but can be used humorously to describe someone who is always right or always knows the answer.
• “No tener pelos en la lengua” – This phrase means “To not have hairs on your tongue,” and is used to describe someone who is very direct or doesn’t mince words.

Basic Spanish Phrases

• Hola – Hello
• Buenos días – Good morning
• Buenas tardes – Good afternoon
• Buenas noches – Good evening/night
• Adiós – Goodbye
• Por favor – Please
• Gracias – Thank you
• De nada – You’re welcome
• ¿Cómo estás? – How are you?
• Estoy bien, gracias – I’m good, thank you
• ¿Cómo te llamas? – What’s your name?
• Me llamo… – My name is…
• Sí – Yes
• No – No
• Perdón – Excuse me
• Lo siento – I’m sorry
• ¿Habla inglés? – Do you speak English?
• No hablo español – I don’t speak Spanish
• ¿Dónde está el baño? – Where is the bathroom?
• Mucho gusto – Nice to meet you.

Romantic Phrases In Spanish

Here are some romantic phrases in Spanish:

• Te quiero – I love you (less intense than “Te amo” which means “I love you” but can be reserved for more serious relationships)
• Eres mi todo – You are my everything
• Mi amor – My love
• Eres mi media naranja – You are my better half
• No puedo vivir sin ti – I can’t live without you
• Me haces feliz – You make me happy
• Eres la razón de mi existir – You are the reason for my existence
• Eres lo mejor que me ha pasado – You are the best thing that has ever happened to me
• Quiero pasar el resto de mi vida contigo – I want to spend the rest of my life with you
• Eres la luz de mis ojos – You are the light of my eyes
• No puedo dejar de pensar en ti – I can’t stop thinking about you
• Quiero abrazarte y nunca soltarte – I want to hug you and never let go
• Tú eres mi sol en un día gris – You are my sunshine on a cloudy day
• Eres mi sueño hecho realidad – You are my dream come true
• Te adoro – I adore you.

Simple Spanish Phrases

Here are some simple Spanish phrases that can be useful for beginners:

• Bien, gracias – Fine, thank you
• Mucho gusto – Nice to meet you
• ¿Hablas inglés? – Do you speak English?
• No entiendo – I don’t understand
• ¿Dónde está…? – Where is…?
• Perdón – Excuse me/sorry
• ¿Cuánto cuesta? – How much does it cost?
• ¿Puede ayudarme? – Can you help me?
• No importa – It doesn’t matter

Phrases To Ask And Tell How You Feel In Spanish

Here are some phrases to ask and tell how you feel in Spanish:

• Estoy bien – I’m fine
• Me siento bien – I feel good
• Estoy feliz – I’m happy
• Me encanta – I love it
• Me gusta mucho – I like it a lot
• Estoy cansado/a – I’m tired
• Me siento triste – I feel sad
• Estoy enojado/a – I’m angry
• Me duele… – It hurts…
• Tengo frío – I’m cold
• Tengo calor – I’m hot
• Estoy nervioso/a – I’m nervous
• Me siento abrumado/a – I feel overwhelmed
• Estoy emocionado/a – I’m excited
• Me da miedo – I’m scared
• Me siento aliviado/a – I feel relieved
• Me siento agradecido/a – I feel grateful
• Me siento tranquilo/a – I feel calm
• Me siento confundido/a – I feel confused

Spanish Phrases To Know When Traveling

Here are some Spanish phrases that can be helpful when traveling:

• ¿Cómo se llama? – What’s it called?
• Necesito un mapa – I need a map
• Necesito un taxi – I need a taxi
• ¿Cuándo sale el próximo tren/bus? – When is the next train/bus?
• ¿Dónde está la estación de tren/autobuses? – Where is the train/bus station?
• ¿Dónde puedo encontrar un restaurante? – Where can I find a restaurant?
• La cuenta, por favor – The check, please
• ¿Cómo llego a…? – How do I get to…?

Phrases To Ask How You Feel In Spanish

Here are some Spanish phrases to ask how someone is feeling:

• ¿Cómo te sientes? – How do you feel?
• ¿Qué tal estás? – How are you doing?
• ¿Estás bien? – Are you okay?
• ¿Cómo ha sido tu día? – How has your day been?
• ¿Te encuentras bien? – Are you feeling well?
• ¿Qué tal tu salud? – How’s your health?
• ¿Estás enfermo/a? – Are you sick?
• ¿Has dormido bien? – Did you sleep well?
• ¿Has comido algo? – Have you eaten anything?
• ¿Te ha pasado algo? – Has something happened to you?

These phrases can be used to show concern and care for someone’s well-being and can be helpful in many situations, such as when checking in with a friend, family member, or colleague who might be going through a difficult time.

Useful Spanish Phrases For Conversation

Here are some useful Spanish phrases for conversation:

• ¿Qué tal? – What’s up?
• ¿Qué has hecho hoy? – What have you done today?
• Me gusta tu camisa – I like your shirt
• ¿Dónde vives? – Where do you live?
• ¿Qué te gusta hacer en tu tiempo libre? – What do you like to do in your free time?
• ¿Tienes hermanos? – Do you have siblings?
• ¿Cuál es tu comida favorita? – What is your favorite food?
• ¿Podría hablar más despacio, por favor? – Could you speak more slowly, please?
• ¿Quieres tomar algo? – Do you want to have a drink?
• ¿Cuál es tu deporte favorito? – What is your favorite sport?
• ¡Qué interesante! – How interesting!
• ¿Cómo llego a ___? – How do I get to ___?
• ¿Qué hora es? – What time is it?
• Me encanta esta ciudad – I love this city
• Hasta luego – See you later

These phrases can help you start and maintain conversations in Spanish. They can be used in a variety of settings, from casual conversations with friends to more formal situations. Practice using these phrases to improve your Spanish communication skills.

Spanish Phrases To Impress

Here are some Spanish phrases that can help you impress others:

• “Mi corazón late por ti” – My heart beats for you
• “Eres mi media naranja” – You are my better half
• “Eres mi sol en un día nublado” – You are my sunshine on a cloudy day
• “Eres lo más bonito que me ha pasado” – You are the most beautiful thing that has happened to me
• “Eres mi todo” – You are my everything
• “No puedo imaginar mi vida sin ti” – I can’t imagine my life without you
• “Eres la razón por la que me despierto cada mañana” – You are the reason I wake up every morning
• “Eres la luz de mis ojos” – You are the light of my eyes
• “Eres la mejor cosa que me ha pasado” – You are the best thing that has happened to me
• “Eres un ángel en mi vida” – You are an angel in my life

These phrases are romantic and can be used to impress a significant other. They can also be used in other settings, such as expressing gratitude or admiration for a friend or family member. Remember to use these phrases appropriately and with sincerity.

Spanish Phrases About Life

Here are some Spanish phrases about life:

• La vida es corta, disfrútala al máximo – Life is short, enjoy it to the fullest
• La vida es como un espejo, te devuelve lo que das – Life is like a mirror, it gives back what you give
• Cada día es una nueva oportunidad para ser feliz – Every day is a new opportunity to be happy
• La vida es una montaña rusa, con altibajos y giros inesperados – Life is a rollercoaster, with ups and downs and unexpected twists
• La vida no se trata de encontrarte a ti mismo, sino de crearte a ti mismo – Life is not about finding yourself, but about creating yourself
• La vida es un regalo, aprecia cada momento – Life is a gift, cherish every moment
• La vida es como una caja de chocolates, nunca sabes lo que vas a conseguir – Life is like a box of chocolates, you never know what you’re going to get
• La vida no es perfecta, pero siempre hay algo por lo que estar agradecido – Life is not perfect, but there is always something to be grateful for
• La vida es como un libro, si no viajas, sólo lees una página – Life is like a book, if you don’t travel, you only read one page
• La vida es una aventura, atrévete a explorar – Life is an adventure, dare to explore

These phrases reflect different perspectives on life and can help inspire and motivate you to live your life to the fullest. Use them to reflect on your own life and experiences, and to share your thoughts and feelings with others.

Which Of The Following Phrases Means I Say No In Spanish

The phrase that means “I say no” in Spanish is “digo no”.

Which Of The Following Phrases Most Literally Translates To I Am Reading In Spanish

The phrase that most literally translates to “I am reading” in Spanish is “Estoy leyendo”.

What Is The Most Common Spanish Phrase?

The most common Spanish phrase is probably “Hola” which means “Hello”. It is a basic greeting that is used in everyday conversations. Other common Spanish phrases include “Gracias” (Thank you), “Por favor” (Please), “Adiós” (Goodbye), “¿Cómo estás?” (How are you?), “Buenos días” (Good morning), “Buenas tardes” (Good afternoon), and “Buenas noches” (Good evening/night). These are simple, everyday phrases that are used frequently in Spanish-speaking countries.

What Are The Most Useful Spanish Expressions?

There are many useful Spanish expressions that can come in handy in a variety of situations. Here are some of the most useful ones:

• ¡Salud! – Bless you/cheers!
• ¿Puede repetirlo, por favor? – Can you repeat that, please?
• ¿Cómo se dice…? – How do you say…?
• Estoy perdido/a – I’m lost
• Estoy enfermo/a – I’m sick
• Necesito ayuda – I need help
• ¡Qué rico! – How delicious!
• ¡Feliz cumpleaños! – Happy birthday!
• ¡Buena suerte! – Good luck!

These expressions can be used in many different situations, from everyday conversations to more formal settings. Knowing these phrases can make it easier to communicate with Spanish speakers and help you navigate daily life in Spanish-speaking countries.

What Are Some Easy Spanish Sentences?

Here are some easy Spanish sentences that are commonly used in everyday conversations:

• Hola, ¿cómo estás? – Hello, how are you?
• Me llamo ___. – My name is ___.
• Gracias. – Thank you.
• De nada. – You’re welcome.
• ¿Cómo se dice ___ en español? – How do you say ___ in Spanish?
• Lo siento, no entiendo. – I’m sorry, I don’t understand.
• Adiós. – Goodbye.
• ¿Puedo ayudarte en algo? – Can I help you with anything?
• Estoy bien, gracias. – I’m fine, thank you.
• ¿Me puedes traer la cuenta, por favor? – Can you bring me the bill, please?
• ¿Quieres salir conmigo? – Do you want to go out with me?
• Me gusta(n) ___. – I like ___.

These simple sentences can help you start basic conversations and communicate effectively in Spanish. They are useful for beginners who are just starting to learn the language.

What Are Some Common Words In Spanish?

Here are some common words in Spanish:

• Bien – Good
• Mal – Bad
• Grande – Big
• Pequeño – Small
• Nuevo – New
• Viejo – Old
• Hoy – Today
• Mañana – Tomorrow
• Casa – House
• Amigo – Friend
• Comida – Food
• Agua – Water
• Trabajo – Work

These are just a few examples of the many common words in Spanish. By learning these words, you can start building your vocabulary and understanding basic conversations in Spanish.

Why do some Spanish sentences start with a?

In Spanish, the personal a is used before direct objects. In general, the personal a is used when a direct object is a person, animal, or thing with personal characteristics. Despite a’s equivalent to “to” in other contexts, the personal a is not usually translated into English.

How are sentences structured in Spanish?

There is a Subject-Verb-Object (SVO) pattern in Spanish word order. As English follows the same pattern as Spanish, Spanish word order is very similar to English word order. Subjects of sentences are the person or thing doing the action; verbs are the actions, and objects are the people or things affected by the actions.

What is the easiest Spanish word?

You will also be able to connect sentences and ideas as you begin to learn more Spanish words using these basic words. The following are common greetings: Hola (Hello), Adios (Goodbye), Gracias (Thank you), etc.

How many words does the Spanish language have?

In Spanish, there are approximately 93,000 words.

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50 Useful Spanish Transition Words for Everyday Speech and Writing

You use transition words regularly in your everyday speech and writing, whether you recognize it or not! 

In every language, transition words are beautiful tools that help us to connect our ideas and give a natural flow to the rhythm of our speech—and they’re vital to learn to improve your Spanish fluency. 

Keep reading to learn all there is to know about transition words in Spanish, what types of transition words exist, and how to use them.  

What Are Transition Words?

Transition words are all those words and phrases that you use to connect ideas between sentences. These words allow you to “transition” from one sentence to other in a smooth way. They provide a sense of normalcy to the language, since without them, our ideas would instead be separated by harsh breaks and a robotic-kind of speech. 

Every language has its own share of transition words, and Spanish is not the exception. Learning these words and phrases will help you to sound more natural in your speaking or in your writing. 

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Types of Transition Words in Spanish

In Spanish, you can use transition words for different purposes. Depending on your purpose you get a different type of transition word: 

• To emphasize
• To explain an idea
• To add an idea
• To show a result
• To contrast and compare
• To summarize

Let’s see each one of them in detail, to learn how you can easily introduce them in your Spanish speaking and improve your writing too.

Transition Words in Spanish

If your goal is to be fluent in Spanish, transition words are a crucial area of study. For that reason, it might be a good idea to keep the following list at hand, as you will always need a good transition word to make your speech sound more natural. 

For Time 

These words let you connect ideas regarding the moment in time when they occurred. 

primero, segundo – first, secondly

Used often in recipes, processes or algorithms, these words are a good way to keep the chronological order in mind.

Primero, unta la mayonesa en el pan. Segundo, agrega el jamón.  First, spread the mayonnaise onto the bread. Secondly, add ham. 

en primer lugar, en segundo lugar – In the first place, secondly

Similar to the previous one, but more common in formal speeches or everyday conversations. 

En primer lugar, eso no es cierto. En segundo lugar, yo ni siquiera estaba aquí.  In the first place, that’s not true. Secondly, I wasn’t even here. 

después (de) – after, afterward

Carlos hizo la tarea después del partido de fútbol.  Carlos did his homework after the football game. 

ya – already

Ya is useful to express that something has already happened. 

Terminé el trabajo y ya lo mandé por correo electrónico. I finished my work and I already sent it by email. 

todavía – still

To express that something is still happening at the moment, you use todavía . 

Cuando se despertó, el dinosaurio todavía estaba ahí. When he woke up, the dinosaur was still there. 

todavía no – not yet

However, to say that something has not happened yet, you have to use todavía no . 

¿Ya empezó el partido? Todavía no .  Has the game started already? Not yet. 

Other useful transition words for time:  

Mientras While

Por fin at last

Al final  At the end

Finalmente   Lastly

Al mismo tiempo  At the same time

Para continuar Next, further

Por último Lastly

En conclusión In conclusion

These transition words allow you to connect ideas regarding their position in space.

aquí, acá – here

Ven a casa, aquí te espero.  Come home, I’ll wait for you here. 

ahí, allí – there

Ya casi llegamos, ahí está mi casa. We’re almost there, that’s my house.

al lado de – next to

Mi casa está al lado del parque .  My house is next to the park.

afuera – outside

Estoy afuera de la escuela.  My house is next to the park.

Other Useful Transition Words for Place:  

Allá  Over there

Más allá Beyond, further

De Of, from

Desde From, since

To Add an Idea

Use the following transition words when you want to add a new idea to what you were just saying.

además – moreover, additionally

Estudiar español es muy interesante y, además, te abre muchas puertas.  Learning Spanish is very interesting and, additionally, it opens a lot of doors. 

aparte – besides, apart from

Eso no es cierto, aparte de que ni siquiera es lo que yo dije. That’s not true, besides that’s not even what I said.

asimismo – also, likewise

Asimismo is a perfect way to start a new paragraph building up on what you just said on the previous one. You can also use de igual manera or de la misma manera , to express the same idea.

Asimismo, las ideas de la Ilustración condujeron a la Revolución Industrial.  Likewise, the ideas of the Enlightenment sparked the Industrial Revolution. 

también – also, too

Me gusta el fútbol y también el básquetbol.  I like football and basketball too. 

más aún – moreover

No debiste mentirme, más aún cuando quieres que te ayude.  You shouldn’t have lied to me, moreover when you want my help.

Other Useful Transition Words to Add an Idea:

De todas formas (maneras, modos)  In any case, anyhow

De cualquier manera In any case, anyhow

Sobre todo Above all, especially

To Explain an Idea

Sometimes you don’t want to add a new idea, but explain better the one you were just talking about. These transition words will help you with that:

es decir – that is, I mean

La comida mexicana es muy interesante. Es decir, me encanta como mezcla diferentes sabores. Mexican food is very interesting. I mean, I love how it mixes different flavors.  

por ejemplo – for example, for instance

Me gusta mucho tu estilo, por ejemplo esos zapatos están increíbles.  I like your style a lot, for example those shoes are amazing!

en otras palabras – in other words

En otras palabras, hiciste un gran trabajo.   In other words, you did a great job. 

así – thus, thereby

Trabajé de mesero y así pude pagar mi universidad.  I worked as a waiter and thus I could pay my tuition fees. 

To Contrast and Compare

When you want to contrast or compare to different ideas, you can use one of these transition words in Spanish: 

aunque – although, even though

Me gusta mucho el básquetbol, aunque el fútbol es mi deporte favorito.   I like basketball a lot, although football is my favorite sport. 

pero – but

Sí quiero ir al cine, pero tengo mucha tarea .  I do want to go to the movies, but I have a lot of homework. 

sin embargo – however, nevertheless

Me gustaría aprender francés, sin embargo prefiero el español. I’d like to learn French, however I prefer Spanish. 

a pesar de – despite, in spite of

Ganamos el partido, a pesar de que éramos menos jugadores. We won the game, in spite of having less players. 

Other Useful Transition Words to Contrast and Compare:  

Al contrario On the contrary

Aun así Even so

Sino  But

En cambio On the other hand, instead

To Summarize

These transition words are useful to conclude your idea. 

En resumen – to sum up

En resumen, se trata de uno de tus mejores trabajos .  To sum up, this is one of your best works. 

Para terminar – lastly, finally

Para terminar, debo aceptar que fue una gran experiencia.   Finally, I have to accept that it was a great experience. 

En conclusión – in conclusion, in a nutshell

En conclusión, es la mejor decisión que he tomado.  In a nutshell, it’s the best decision that I’ve ever taken. 

Other Useful Transition Words to Summarize:

En síntesis In short

En otras palabras In other words

Al fin y al cabo All in all

Después de todo After all  

En Conclusión

Now that you know how useful transition words in Spanish can be, start using them in real life conversations and see how much your speaking in Spanish improves. Sign up today for a free trial class with one of our certified teachers from Guatemala, and impress them with the natural flow of your speech thanks to the smart use of transition words!

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In the world of language learning, understanding the meaning of words across different languages is a fascinating endeavor. One such word that often captures the attention of language enthusiasts is “essay.” In this guide, we will explore what the word “essay” means in Spanish, its cultural significance, and provide valuable insights for those interested in writing essays in Spanish.

Unveiling the Translation: The Meaning of “Essay” in Spanish

When we try to find the Spanish translation for the English word “essay,” we come across the term “ensayo.” The word “ensayo” carries the essence of an essay, representing a written composition that presents a coherent argument or explores a specific topic. It is a versatile term used in various contexts, such as academic, literary, and even journalistic writing. If you’re interested in diving deeper into Spanish or other languages, online language tutoring services can be a valuable resource. They provide personalized guidance to help you understand the usage in different contexts.

Exploring Cultural Nuances: The Cultural Impact of “Essay” in Spanish

Language is deeply intertwined with culture, and understanding the cultural implications of a word is crucial for effective communication. In the context of Spanish, the word “ensayo” holds significance beyond its literal meaning. It reflects the rich literary traditions and academic rigor associated with the Spanish language.

In Spanish literature, essays play a vital role in expressing thoughts, analyzing complex ideas, and offering critical perspectives. Renowned Spanish and Latin American writers have contributed significantly to the genre, showcasing the power of essays as a means of cultural expression.

Writing Essays in Spanish: Tips and Techniques

If you are interested in writing essays in Spanish, here are some valuable tips and techniques to enhance your skills.

Understand the Structure

Just like in English, Spanish essays follow a specific structure. Start with an introduction that sets the context and thesis statement, followed by body paragraphs that present arguments or discuss different aspects of the topic. Finally, conclude with a concise summary that reinforces your main points.

Embrace Language Nuances

Spanish is known for its richness and expressive nature. Incorporate idiomatic expressions, figurative language, and varied vocabulary to add depth and flair to your essays. This will not only showcase your language proficiency but also engage your readers.

Research and Refer to Established Writers

To improve your Spanish essay writing skills, immerse yourself in the works of established Spanish and Latin American writers. Reading essays by renowned authors such as Octavio Paz, Jorge Luis Borges, or Gabriel García Márquez can provide valuable insights into the art of essay writing in Spanish.

In conclusion, the Spanish translation of the English word “essay” is “ensayo.” However, it is essential to understand that “ensayo” encompasses a broader cultural and literary significance in the Spanish language. It represents a means of expressing thoughts, analyzing ideas, and contributing to the rich tapestry of Spanish literature.

For those venturing into the realm of writing essays in Spanish, embracing the structural conventions, incorporating language nuances, and seeking inspiration from established writers will pave the way for success. So, embark on your Spanish essay writing journey with confidence and let your words resonate within the vibrant world of Spanish language and culture.

Remember, whether you are exploring literary essays, academic papers, or personal reflections, the beauty of essays lies in their ability to capture the essence of thoughts and ideas, transcending linguistic boundaries.

Are there any synonyms for the word ‘essay’ in the Spanish language?

In Spanish, there are a few synonyms that can be used interchangeably with the word “ensayo,” which is the most common translation for “essay.” Some synonyms for “ensayo” include “redacción” (composition), “prosa” (prose), and “artículo” (article). These synonyms may have slight variations in their usage and connotations, but they generally convey the idea of a written composition or discourse.

What are the common contexts where the word ‘essay’ is used in Spanish?

The word “ensayo” finds its usage in various contexts in the Spanish language. Here are some common contexts where the word “ensayo” is commonly used:

• Academic Writing: In the academic sphere, “ensayo” refers to an essay or a written composition assigned as part of coursework or academic assessments. It involves presenting arguments, analyzing topics, and expressing ideas in a structured manner.
• Literary Essays: Spanish literature has a rich tradition of literary essays. Renowned writers use “ensayo” to explore and analyze various literary works, authors, or literary theories. These essays delve into critical interpretations and provide insights into the literary landscape.
• Journalistic Writing: Journalists often employ “ensayo” to write opinion pieces or in-depth analyses on current events, social issues, or cultural phenomena. These essays offer a subjective perspective, providing readers with thoughtful reflections and commentary.
• Personal Reflections: Individuals may also write personal essays or reflections on topics of interest or experiences. These essays allow individuals to share their thoughts, feelings, and insights, offering a glimpse into their personal perspectives.

Are there any cultural implications associated with the Spanish word for ‘essay’?

Yes, there are cultural implications associated with the Spanish word for “essay,” which is “ensayo.” In Spanish-speaking cultures, essays are highly regarded as a form of intellectual expression and critical thinking. They serve as a platform for writers to convey their ideas, opinions, and reflections on a wide range of subjects.

The cultural implications of “ensayo” extend to the realm of literature, where renowned Spanish and Latin American authors have made significant contributions through their essays. These essays often explore cultural identities, social issues, historical events, and philosophical concepts, reflecting the cultural richness and intellectual depth of Spanish-speaking communities.

Moreover, the tradition of essay writing in Spanish fosters a deep appreciation for language, literature, and the exploration of ideas. It encourages individuals to engage in thoughtful analysis, promotes intellectual discourse, and contributes to the cultural and intellectual heritage of Spanish-speaking societies.

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Table of contents 1. Is it difficult to write in Spanish? 2. Why is it important to learn to write in Spanish? 3. What rules should I follow when writing in Spanish? 4. What techniques does Lengalia recommend for writing in Spanish? 5. What resources does Lengalia offer me for writing in Spanish? 6. What tips will help me write in Spanish?

1. Is it difficult to write in Spanish?

Actually, contrary to popular belief, most students find that learning to write in Spanish is not as complicated as they first thought. As in English, there are many varieties or registers of Spanish, from the very formal style used in official documents to the more informal language used online in blogs. Here are some examples: - Standard Spanish. This is the Spanish you will find in the media and in most printed material. Unless otherwise indicated, the words, examples and idiomatic expressions in the dictionaries belong to Standard Spanish. The register of Standard Spanish is appropriate for most situations, whether written or spoken. It is advisable at the outset for students to aim for simplicity and directness when writing in Spanish. - Formal and literary language. Like English, formal Spanish is a relatively restricted subset of the language, especially in specific areas such as law. - Informal language. Spanish is rich in informal terms and turns of phrase which are used in almost all areas of everyday life. Informal Spanish should not be used when writing essays, reports, memorandums, etc. When writing in Spanish, it is important to be aware of this and to choose the register appropriate to the context. As a general rule, the language used in essays, articles and reports tends to be more formal in Spanish than in English. The key thing is to make sure that you use language that conveys what you want to say as clearly and legibly as possible. When you are learning to write in Spanish, we recommend you use a dictionary if you are unsure about spelling, for example. When learning our mother tongue, we follow a simple process. First, we learn to listen , then speak , then to read and, finally, write . Therefore, if we want to learn a second language, we must follow a similar process. Writing in Spanish is the last skill to learn because it is arguably much more complicated than the others. However, it is no less important. In fact, the different skills all complement each other. If you enjoy writing, but have not yet mastered it, don't worry. Always remember that writing is a process that you have to learn to master, even in your mother tongue. It is like learning to ride a bicycle or drive a car. You don't learn by reading a manual or watching others do it. You learn by practising. You don't need to become a professional writer to be a good writer. However, if you want to learn Spanish well, you should not neglect the skill of writing in Spanish.

2. Why is it important to learn to write in Spanish?

Voltaire once said, ‘Writing is the painting of the voice’. In the context of second language acquisition, writing is defined here as putting words on paper. The more you read, the more your writing improves. However, it is also possible to have good reading comprehension without being able to write well. Although these skills are interrelated, you need to work on each area or skill separately. It is normal for learners of Spanish to give more importance to the acquisition of listening or reading skills over writing skills. However, writing in Spanish can be a major step forward in your learning. It allows you to actively consolidate the grammatical structures you have learned as well as helping you organise how to express your ideas in Spanish. When you write, you have time to reflect. And of course, it is now almost impossible to avoid writing. Think about how many times you have written something today - writing is inescapable! If your goal is to learn the language, you will have to learn to write in Spanish. Indeed, writing in Spanish can provide you with many advantages : - It improves fluency . Writing practice helps you think and speak in the language you are learning. As you practise, you will be able to form new thoughts in the language. Your ability to create complete sentences will help you in real conversation because you have already learned the grammar rules. - It is active learning . Speaking and writing are two closely related skills. Both force you to think for yourself and use the words you know to create the sentences you want to write in Spanish. - It forces you to research information . When writing in Spanish, you might have to look up words you don't know. This helps you to quickly learn the words that are most relevant in that context. - It helps you avoid mistakes . When you try to speak in a foreign language you are learning, you don't have much time to focus on the mistakes you make, otherwise the flow of the conversation will be interrupted. However, when you write and create sentences, you’ve got time to correct your mistakes. We also recommend you show the text you have tried to write in Spanish to your teacher or someone who knows the language. Ask them to check what you have written and show you the mistakes you have made. - It helps build vocabulary . Verb construction and new vocabulary are learned when you practise writing in a foreign language. Memorising verbs and nouns is fine, but using them smoothly in speech or writing is another matter. By writing new words in Spanish, your brain retains them, allowing you to access them later. Writing in Spanish also helps you understand how to integrate words into complete sentences.

3. What rules should I follow when writing in Spanish?

Voltaire once said, ‘Writing is the painting of the voice’. In the context of second language acquisition, writing is defined here as putting words on paper. The more you read, the more your writing improves. However, it is also possible to have good reading comprehension without being able to write well. Although these skills are interrelated, you need to work on each area or skill separately. It is normal for learners of Spanish to give more importance to the acquisition of listening or reading skills over writing skills. However, writing in Spanish can be a major step forward in your learning. It allows you to actively consolidate the grammatical structures you have learned as well as helping you organise how to express your ideas in Spanish. Every language has a particular set of writing rules. Although some rules seem to be almost universal, others vary from language to language. Therefore, in order to learn to write in Spanish correctly, you need to know the main rules: - Spanish spelling . Spanish spelling is easier than English as we normally write words as they are pronounced, i.e. each sound corresponds to a single letter and vice versa. However, there are some cases to pay attention to: • The letter ‘h’ is not pronounced. Also, this letter changes the sound of the letter ‘c’ when they are together, as in coche or noche. • There are some letter pairs that can be confusing, such as b/v, r/rr, g/j, ll/y, c/k/q and c/s/z. • Spanish uses accents. If a word is accented in Spanish, it cannot be ignored as they sometimes change the meaning of words (dé/de; té/te). - The use of capital letters in Spanish . Spanish and English, for example, share many capitalisation rules, but there are also some differences. For example, Spanish does not capitalise months, days of the week, languages, nationalities, religions, social and political movements or the pronoun yo (unless it is the first word of the sentence). Also, in Spanish, the first word after a colon is not capitalised. - Punctuation in Spanish . There are some rules of punctuation in Spanish that should not be overlooked: • Spanish has a question mark and an opening exclamation mark (¿, ¡). For example, ¿Dónde está el gato? ‘Where is the cat?’, ¡Qué buen día hace hoy! ‘What a lovely day it is!’ • Spanish uses a colon at the opening of letters (e.g. Querido José: ‘Dear José,’ or Hola, Pepe: ‘Hi Pepe,’) whereas English uses a comma (colons apply only in the case of formal letters). • The last two items in a list should be joined with a conjunction such as y ‘and’ or o ‘or’. • In Spanish, a space is used to separate groups of thousands (e.g. 100 000), and a comma is used as a decimal separator (e.g. 1,5). • Spanish usually leaves commas, full stops and other punctuation marks outside the inverted commas. In English, the placement of these punctuation marks varies depending on which regional variation of English is being used, for example, UK or US.   - Spanish sentence structure . Structure refers to the internal organisation of a language, i.e. the order in which we must place the parts of a sentence to make it grammatically correct. Both Spanish and English follow the general rule: Subject + Verb + Object but this is not always the case. - In Spanish, the subject can be omitted if it is a pronoun . This is possible because Spanish verbs have a different ending for each grammatical person. - Adjectives follow the noun . There are some exceptions that alter the meaning but, in general, adjectives always follow the noun. For example, una habitación luminosa ‘a bright room’. - Nouns, determiners and adjectives have to agree in Spanish . For example, la chica guapa ‘the beautiful girl’. 3.1 CHARACTERISTICS OF WRITTEN DISCOURSE In addition to knowing the main rules for writing in Spanish correctly, the written text must have the following characteristics: - Adequacy . This refers to whether or not a text is appropriate in its context. It determines the regional variety and the register to be used. It fulfils the established communicative purpose and respects the social and discursive conventions of the genre. - Coherence .  This refers to the semantic relationships between the parts that make up a text, so that it makes sense and can be understood by the reader. It organises the communicative structure in a certain way (introduction, sections, conclusions, etc.). In this way, it helps to construct the meaning of the text, as well as to organise it. - Cohesion . The different elements of the text are connected by means of different mechanisms: repetitions, semantic relations (antonymy and homonymy), links, discourse connectors, anaphoric and deictic pronouns, etc. 3.2 THE DIFFERENT TYPES OF TEXTS YOU CAN WRITE IN SPANISH The different types of texts you might write in Spanish are messages, informal or formal letters, professional emails, your CV or perhaps a job application. Writing in Spanish covers all kinds of situations, so we will briefly review the main characteristics of each text. 3.2.1 Writing letters in Spanish   Letters can be formal or informal. This will affect not only the body of the letter, but also the way you start and end it. There are some rules to keep in mind when writing a letter in Spanish: - Querido/a is only used in informal letters, while Estimado/a is the preferred form in formal letters. Both can be translated as ‘Dear’ in English. - Normally only the name of the person you are writing to is used if the letter is informal as in Querido Luis ‘Dear Luis’, but Señor, Señora plus the surname if the letter is formal as in Estimado Sr. Martín (equivalent in terms of formality to ‘Dear Sir’). If you do not know the name of the person you are addressing, you can opt for Estimados señores ‘Dear Sirs’. - When closing a letter, you can write Besos or Abrazos (equivalent to ‘Love from’ or ‘Lots of love’) in informal letters, but never in formal letters. Use Saludos ‘Best wishes’ in semi-formal letters and Cordialmente ‘Kind regards’ or Atentamente ‘Yours faithfully’ in formal letters. 3.2.2 Writing an email in Spanish Knowing how to write an email in Spanish is a skill you are going to need sooner or later because email communication, especially in a professional environment, is something we do on a daily basis nowadays. Most letter writing rules also apply here. Make sure that you use the right opening and closing in your email, and that the general tone and vocabulary used are appropriate to the situation. When writing an email, especially a formal one, you will normally need to include five sections: greeting, introduction, reason for the email, body and closing. 3.2.3 Writing an essay in Spanish Beginning to write an essay in Spanish is possibly one of the most difficult tasks for beginner learners. Going from single sentences to several paragraphs requires a lot of practice, but there are fixed expressions that can be used to make this process easier. Depending on the type of writing you do, you will need to cover one or more of the following points: - Opinion . This is very common in essays, especially those included in official Spanish exams. Make sure you use expressions which help you introduce your opinions: en mi opinión ‘in my opinion’, a mi juicio ‘in my opinion’, desde mi punto de vista ‘from my point of view’, me parece que ‘it seems to me that’, creo que ‘I think that’, etc. - Constructing an argument . In this type of writing you should back up your statements with arguments. Try to introduce words and expressions such as según ‘according to’, de acuerdo con ‘in accordance with’, en palabras de ‘in the words of’, etc. and write the source. - Conclusion . The conclusion usually summarises the main themes of the essay and answers the questions and hypotheses that have been raised in the introduction. When writing a conclusion, use expressions such as: en conclusión ‘in conclusion’, por esta razón ‘this is why’, en definitiva ‘in conclusion’, en resumen ‘in summary’, etc.When you write, you have time to reflect. And of course, it is now almost impossible to avoid writing. Think about how many times you have written something today - writing is inescapable! If your goal is to learn the language, you will have to learn to write in Spanish. Indeed, writing in Spanish can provide you with many advantages : - It improves fluency . Writing practice helps you think and speak in the language you are learning. As you practise, you will be able to form new thoughts in the language. Your ability to create complete sentences will help you in real conversation because you have already learned the grammar rules. - It is active learning . Speaking and writing are two closely related skills. Both force you to think for yourself and use the words you know to create the sentences you want to write in Spanish. - It forces you to research information . When writing in Spanish, you might have to look up words you don't know. This helps you to quickly learn the words that are most relevant in that context. - It helps you avoid mistakes . When you try to speak in a foreign language you are learning, you don't have much time to focus on the mistakes you make, otherwise the flow of the conversation will be interrupted. However, when you write and create sentences, you’ve got time to correct your mistakes. We also recommend you show the text you have tried to write in Spanish to your teacher or someone who knows the language. Ask them to check what you have written and show you the mistakes you have made. - It helps build vocabulary . Verb construction and new vocabulary are learned when you practise writing in a foreign language. Memorising verbs and nouns is fine, but using them smoothly in speech or writing is another matter. By writing new words in Spanish, your brain retains them, allowing you to access them later. Writing in Spanish also helps you understand how to integrate words into complete sentences.

4. What techniques does Lengalia recommend for writing in Spanish?

A number of techniques, at all ability levels, are needed to write well in Spanish. Lengalia recommends you approach the text as follows: - Mind mapping . Before you start writing in Spanish, organise your ideas and the topics you want to deal with in the text. Make an outline of what you want to communicate. This is the basic pattern of introduction, body and conclusion of writing that should be present in any text, not only in long essays. - Think in Spanish . As soon as you start preparing the text, think in Spanish all the time. This will help you avoid problems at later stages of your writing progress in Spanish. - Use short sentences . Short sentences help to express ideas clearly and directly. Long sentences can lead to mistakes and the text can become confusing for the reader. - Use connectors . This tip will help you when writing in Spanish. Connectors such as además ‘additionally’, mientras tanto ‘meanwhile’, sin embargo ‘however’, por eso ‘therefore’, por tanto ‘thus’ are words that help the conversation flow better. - Check punctuation . One of the most common mistakes made when writing in Spanish is forgetting to use the initial exclamation and question marks. This is quite common as these symbols don’t exist in English. Likewise, many novice writers ignore the use of commas... It is therefore essential to revise the text once it is finished. - Look for idiomatic expressions . These are structures, phrases and idioms used in Spanish that are specific to each type of text to be written. Looking up commonly used idioms that are specific to the text type makes the writing more appropriate. - Use equivalents . Using equivalents is a sign that you are already an advanced learner of the language. For example: sin embargo ‘however’ instead of no obstante , or lograr ‘to achieve’ instead of conseguir . It shows that you have a wide vocabulary and that you know how to express your ideas in many different ways in Spanish, thus enriching the text.

5. What resources does Lengalia offer me for writing in Spanish?

Lengalia's courses will help you to improve in all areas of the language, always taking your ability level into consideration. We have courses for beginners from a very basic level A1 to an advanced level C2. The complexity is based on the criteria defined in the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages (CEFR). All courses follow our method for learning Spanish based on learning paths which emphasise acquiring a solid foundation in the language to increase the student's confidence. In the different courses on Spanish grammar and pronunciation Spanish course you will be able to practise writing via the many and varied exercises. In the professional spanish courses , we offer exercises to learn how to write letters or emails in professional situations. We also offer exercises to learn how to use accents accurately when spelling. And with our spanish vocabulary trainer you can learn thousands of new words.  A rich vocabulary will make your text stand out. Think of grammar rules as the skeleton of your writing and the vocabulary as the meat.

6. What tips will help me to write in Spanish?

To conclude, we would like to present you with some useful tips for writing in Spanish and that will help you improve day by day. With practice and perseverance, in a few months you will notice a great improvement in your learning. - Read as much as you can . The best way to keep improving your writing in Spanish is to read in Spanish. When you read in Spanish, your brain absorbs words, phrases, structures, idioms and even conjugations. Get used to reading about different topics and types of texts. - Practice daily . Start incorporating writing into your daily Spanish practice. There are many types of texts to write in Spanish, you can easily incorporate them into your daily routine. - Find a writing partner . Find a language exchange partner with whom you can have oral and written conversations, as this is a good way to take your progress to the next level. Write them a message in Spanish via WhatsApp, email, etc. - Write a diary . This gives you the opportunity to both write and think in Spanish every day. Let the ideas flow in Spanish. That way, when you have to write a more important text, the words will come to you more easily. - Write about a topic of interest . As with the diary, it is easier to write about something that interests you. This will inject more enthusiasm into the whole exercise. - Write by hand . Research shows that writing by hand has enormous benefits for the brain and our learning process. - Ask someone else to review your work . Although it is good practice to write as much as you can, there is no point in making mistakes and not knowing about it. Therefore, just as important as writing in Spanish is having someone who can proofread and correct your work. Remember that the more you write, the more easily the words will begin to flow. As the saying goes, ‘Practice makes perfect’. To create sentences on your own properly you need to step outside your comfort zone. Doing so will take some effort, but keep in mind that using the language you are learning is the most important part of your language acquisition journey.

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19 Captivating Spanish Short Stories from Beginner to Advanced

Spanish short stories are a great way to make reading in Spanish approachable and interesting.

They can make it easier to read a wider variety of material, allowing you to cover more topics, genres and vocabulary in a shorter time.

And they’re especially helpful for beginners who need some reading practice but aren’t ready to tackle a whole book . 

Check out the 19 great options below, starting with Spanish short stories for beginners.

Then work your way through the rest once you feel more confident in your reading skills!

Spanish Short Stories for Beginners

• 1. “En el aeropuerto”
• 2. “Tairon el super tramposo” by Hans Wilhelm 
• 3. “Mi casa” 
• 4. “Ricitos de oro” by Robert Southey 
• 5. “Me siento alegre” by Andrae Ovalle 

6. “La ratita presumida”  

Intermediate spanish short stories.

• 7. “Al final del callejón” by Jesús Cano Urbano 

8. “Continuidad de los parques” by Julio Cortázar

9. “maría dos prazeres” by gabriel garcía márquez, 10. “míster taylor” by augusto monterroso, advanced spanish short stories, 11. “los cuentos de eva luna” by isabel allende, 12. “doce cuentos peregrinos” by gabriel garcía márquez, 13. “el almohadón de plumas” by horacio quiroga.

• 14. “El cuento envenenado” by Rosario Ferré

15. “El Ojo Silva” by Roberto Bolaño

16. “la biblioteca de babel” by jorge luis borges.

• 17. “Lección de cocina” by Rosario Castellanos

18. “El ahogado más hermoso del mundo” by Gabriel García Márquez

• 19. “La muñeca menor” by Rosario Ferré

Why Learn with Spanish Language Short Stories?

They require less time than a full novel, you learn about other cultures and time periods, they’re a fun way to practice a challenging skill, tips for learners, read with your highlighter, read with your dictionary, review what you learn, check back on your story, tips for educators, choosing the best short stories for your students, making the most of short stories.

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1.  “En el aeropuerto”

The actual content of “En el aeropuerto” (In the Airport) may not be suitable for younger students (since it does happen to mention drug-sniffing dogs and explosives) but the language is certainly simple enough for most beginner Spanish students.

The story is in the present tense and is written clearly. It’s also accompanied by an English translation and clearly-spoken Spanish audio with a rather natural-sounding accent.

Check out all the other short stories for absolute beginners available on the  Learn Practical Spanish Online  website.

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2. “Tairon el super tramposo” by Hans Wilhelm  

This fun little tale is perfect for younger Spanish students as there are large illustrations matching the written text.

Tairon, a large and dominating dinosaur, cheats at all of the games that the other dinosaurs had planned for their fun weekend away—but the other dinosaurs decide to play a clever trick on Tairon. In the end, he learns a valuable lesson.

The story uses some simple past tense constructions so it’s a good pick for practicing this grammar topic and getting exposed to its various uses in different contexts.

You’ll find a few more charming, illustrated short stories for beginners like this one available on the Children’s Library website. Although the Spanish selection isn’t massive, the stories are very high quality and perfect for younger students.

3. “Mi casa”  

“Mi casa” (My House) is a simple story that’s ideal for beginners to learn adjectives related to houses and family life .

The narrator describes their new home in a bustling urban center, along with all the reasons why they’re happy about living there.

Since the story is hosted on Lingua , you’ll find it comes with a short comprehension quiz at the end, a downloadable PDF and even recordings of the story in a variety of Spanish accents. Check out this site for more fun stories for all Spanish skill levels!

4. “Ricitos de oro” by Robert Southey  

This is simply the classic fairytale, “Goldilocks and the Three Bears.” You probably already know it by heart, which makes it a very easy-to-understand short story.

This Spanish translation on the Cuentos infantiles website is a shortened version that follows the same, well-trodden storyline, and includes cute cartoon images for extra context.

As in the classic story, there are lots of adjectives and comparatives to describe the differences between the bears, beds and bowls of porridge—too hot, too cold, just right, you know the drill here.

You’ll find 300 more fun Spanish stories on Cuentos infantiles, many of which are based on classic English stories. The stories are suitable for all ages, but the site also offers a recommended age range for each one.

5. “Me siento alegre” by Andrae Ovalle  

This interactive and positive short story is perfect for learners who are working on mastering basic Spanish nouns and descriptive adjectives .

“Me siento alegre” (I Feel Happy) is told from the perspectives of young children recounting the people, places and things that make them feel happy.

Thanks to being available on Unite for Literacy , the story comes with a clear, well-enunciated audio narration that you can play in both Spanish and English. 

I recommend perusing this site for more great content—just don’t forget to switch the language to Spanish when you’re running a search here (they offer stories in lots of different languages).

“La ratita presumida” (The Smug Little Mouse) is a story that’s been floating around for centuries. Starting off orally, it was put to paper in “ Lágrimas ”  by Fernán Caballero in 1839.

There are quite a few different versions of this story, but it usually involves a soon-to-be-wed mouse, her many suitors and a cat. While this tale may sound a little dark, it’s widely used as a children’s book because of its moral and educational value.

If it’s your first time reading a short story in Spanish, this is a great one to start with. Having just a few hundred words in length, it’s short, simple and easy to get through .

7. “Al final del callejón” by Jesús Cano Urbano  

“Al final del callejón” ( At the End of the Alley) is a story found on E-stories , a website with user-provided short stories which cover an immense range of genres, topics and language levels .

This story is nice and short and depicts a creepy, mysterious scenario. Andrés chases a ball down an alley and stumbles across a strange secret. Nothing too complex, but definitely intriguing.

Julio Cortázar is an Argentine author known for his short stories and his novels alike, he’s often considered “a writer’s writer”—Carlos Fuentes called him “the Simón Bolívar of the novel.”

“ Continuidad de los parques ” (Continuity of Parks) is not too difficult a read . First of all, it’s very short —less than two full pages in print. It’s also a lot of fun, containing a plot twist that gets you questioning the nature of literature itself.

“María dos Prazeres”  was originally published in 1992 as part of a collection of stories titled “Doce cuentos peregrinos” (Twelve Pilgrim Stories).

It was written by Colombian author Gabriel García Márquez, who is the same author of one of the most widespread books in Spanish and in English, “ Cien años de soledad ”  (One Hundred Years of Solitude).

The story is about an elderly woman who had a vision of her death and begins carefully preparing for it. Then she finds that there was an error in the vision she had.

While the stories in “ Doce Cuentos Peregrinos”  are fairly short, they do contain quite a few words that may be confusing, so be sure to keep your trusty dictionary and translator handy for this one.

Augusto Monterroso, a Honduran writer and member of what would eventually be called the Latin American “Boom” generation, was renowned primarily for his humorous and often ironic short stories.

The story is titled “ Míster Taylor ” (Mr. Taylor) because the main character in this story is an American —a Bostonian, to be exact.

After arriving in the Amazon in the 1940s, this man enters the strange business of exporting shrunken heads. The villagers, who originally sign on to his business plan, have no idea what they’re in for.

A parable of sorts about the exploitation of Latin America by North American business interests, this short story is sure to give you a new perspective on the (often legitimate) grievances coming from the region even to this day.

Full of dark humor and not-so-subtle irony, “ Míster Taylor ” is a highly recommended read.

“Los cuentos de Eva Luna” ( The Tales of Eva Luna) is a collection of short stories  focused on Eva Luna, a character from one of Isabel Allende’s previous novels.

Eva was orphaned after a series of dramatic and unfortunate events, and bounced from brothel rooms to jail cells, city streets and outbreaks of guerrilla warfare. Now, this colorful character weaves tales of intrigue, love, death, revenge and black humor to entertain her lover.

The tales are gritty and may be thematically challenging for some readers. But it’s a great read for advanced learners who are comfortable with facing the oft-uncomfortable realities and injustices of life in Latin America.

For these popular tales, there are versions that are perfect for Spanish learners still looking for a leg up while reading. For example, this version  contains both Spanish and English versions together, as well as a reading guide.

“Doce cuentos peregrinos” ( Twelve Pilgrim Tales) is a collection of twelve stories written and edited by Gabriel García Márquez over eighteen years.

The constant discussion of “foreignness” and feeling like “the other” make this collection a fantastic read for learners and future travelers. Each story is about six to ten text-heavy pages, not too long and not too short for advanced learners.

The length and difficulty level make these stories best suited for focused reading practice. The language is all about leading readers through a clear, straightforward narrative , so there is little romantic, poetic or lofty language to tackle.

Though he also wrote plays and poetry, Uruguayan writer Horacio Quiroga is far and away most famous for his short stories. In fact, he is often considered the father of modern Spanish-language short story writing .

Known for his dark style, Quiroga is sometimes called “ the Edgar Allan Poe of Latin America. “

The story is about a young girl who gets married to a cold older man and her subsequent slide into a mysterious illness. We don’t want to spoil the ending, but it’s pretty horrific.

Though the language, specifically the somewhat ornate vocabulary , can be a bit difficult, fans of horror simply can’t miss this one.

14. “ El cuento envenenado” by Rosario Ferré

The daughter of Puerto Rico’s third elected governor, Ferré’s career might have been helped by her family’s status and wealth but it certainly doesn’t rely upon it.

“ El cuento envenenado ” (The Poisoned Story) is quite complicated, but at the same time a lot of fun. The story plays with the very building blocks of literature, exploring the potential of different narrators in this tale about a young girl named Rosaura (or was it Rosa?).

For a playfully masterful tale that also explores serious topics like the evolving nature of social class by one of the Caribbean’s greatest living female writers, you can’t do much better than “ El cuento envenenado .”

Mostly unrecognized until the final years of his tragically short life, Bolaño has posthumously grown into a giant of Latin American literature , often called the most important Spanish-language writer since Gabriel García Márquez.

“El Ojo Silva” (Silva the Eye) follows a homosexual Chilean expatriate photographer who, though he tries his very best to avoid it, eventually encounters life’s “inescapable” violence while on assignment in India.

The story captures many of the defining characteristics of Bolaño’s work—particularly the brief moments of humor and light injected into an otherwise hopelessly pessimistic depiction of the world.

Expect to be shaken up a bit by this one, but also to emerge on the other side with a new-found appreciation for literature as a vehicle to escape from even the harshest of realities.

Jorge Luis Borges was an Argentine writer best known for his short stories. Much of his work is philosophical in nature , though he also contributed to the fantasy genre. He’s considered a predecessor to the “magical realism” movement that later swept Latin America.

“ La biblioteca de Babel ” (The Library of Babel), originally published in the 1941 collection “ El Jardín de senderos que se bifurcan ” (The Garden of Forking Paths) is the story of a self-contained universe that takes the form of a library .

If it sounds a bit heady, that’s because it is—but if you enjoy stories that get you thinking , you can’t do much better than this.

17. “Lección de cocina ” by Rosario Castellanos

Despite her young, untimely death, Mexican writer Rosario Castellanos was arguably the most influential writer to emerge from the “Generation of 1950.”

Far ahead of her time, especially regarding themes of cultural and gender-based oppression , her work has contributed to and inspired much feminist theory.

“ Lección de cocina ” (Cooking Lesson) is perhaps an ironic title, considering the fact that our narrator isn’t much of a cook at all. She is a liberal, educated woman unfamiliar with her environment, and the story follows her thought process as she attempts to prepare her first meal for her new husband.

“ Lección de cocina ” is not only a masterfully written short story, but also a powerful denouncement of limiting gender roles .

“ El ahogado más hermoso del mundo ” (The Most Handsome Drowned Man in the World) is a fine example of the magical realism genre , in which fantastic elements are inserted into otherwise realistic environments.

The story deals with the events following the arrival of a beautiful drowned body on the shores of a small fishing village.

Like many great works of literature, “ El ahogado más hermoso del mundo ” opens itself to a variety of interpretations and analyses .

The most important thing for the Spanish learner, however, is that it distills the incomparable style of Gabriel García Marquéz into short story form.

19. “La muñeca menor ” by Rosario Ferré

“La muñeca menor” is a unique short story about a woman, who after bathing in a river, receives a bite from a river bug that damages her leg severely, leaving her disabled.

As a wealthy widow and the aunt of three nieces, the doctor she had kept for years begins to take advantage of the sickly woman. While she could have been cured, the doctor keeps her as a patient through the years for his own monetary gain.

While it’s only a few pages in length , “La muñeca menor” has been frequently used in literature classes and many critical essays have been written about the short story.

Classified in the genre of magical realism, this story is not only surprising and entertaining, but also symbolic and aims to teach a lesson . 

Because of this, it’s a bit higher-level than the others on the list, but because the story became so widespread, there are many translations and additional resources available to help.

Why are short stories the best option for those who struggle to read in Spanish? Here are three solid reasons:

Short stories are a great way to introduce yourself to Spanish-language literature without making such an intense commitment. This is especially important to consider if you’re past a beginner reading level  but not quite advanced yet.

Since short stories are so approachable, you could easily focus on one story per week to build up your reading skills. Or before committing to a full novel , you can explore these short stories to find an author who interests you.

Reading a contemporary novel from Argentina can give you a great window into modern Argentinian Spanish , but what if you want to explore how Spanish is spoken in Chile  too? Or what if you’d like to compare a modern dialect to one that was spoken a century ago?

Though it would be great to read full novels to explore how Spanish is (and was) spoken in many different parts of the world, this is simply impossible for most of us. Short stories are often a more realistic option.

You’ll also diversify your Spanish by learning about different cultures associated with the language, and by seeing differing styles of writing and perspectives.

When you interact with a culture’s most treasured stories , you’ll learn more about their historical impact and how/why they came to hold such importance.

If you want to practice your Spanish listening skills , all you really have to do is pop on some music or a podcast , kick back and relax. Not so with reading.

You can’t zone out while you read, and therefore many language learners find it an especially taxing activity. Short stories allow those of us with shorter attention spans to enjoy reading as well.

Whether you’re reading a physical book or from some sort of screen, don’t hesitate to mark any words that you don’t know. This is imperative to expanding your Spanish-language vocabulary. It also brings us to our next tip.

This isn’t to say that you should immediately consult your dictionary every time you’re unsure about a word. Sometimes you can often figure out what a word means from context.

But if a lack of comprehension leads to you losing the plot, you’ve got no choice but to open up your dictionary and start figuring things out.

Online dictionaries like SpanishDict come in quite handy when reading Spanish literature, especially when they explain what the word means in different contexts (or dialects).

Once you’ve read your story, it’s time to solidify the new vocabulary you’ve picked up. Look at the words you’ve marked as unfamiliar and add them to your study routine.

No matter how you prefer to learn new Spanish vocabulary , make sure to study these new words so you don’t forget them.

Once you’ve truly learned your new vocabulary, it’s time to go back and reread your short story. It’s a great feeling to return to a story to realize that reading it has become an easier and clearer experience. 

These four tips should be enough for now to get you on your way to effectively reading Spanish short stories.

We all know that reading is critical for Spanish students to develop comprehension and writing skills.

Not only that, but by exposing students’ brains to Spanish language  written for native Spanish speakers, they’ll start to familiarize themselves better with the sounds, rhythms and rules of the language.

They’ll start to look at and listen to Spanish sentences and know intuitively whether those sentences are correct or not.

Here’s the breakdown for each type of student:

This helps build greater context while they read along—or perhaps can provide clarification after they’ve attempted to understand the text on its own.

Since they’ve gotten down most of the nuts and bolts of the language, it can be highly beneficial for them to see how authors play with language to indirectly suggest ideas, create rich environments and capture emotion.

Many students have only gotten to read Spanish on homework instructions and in their textbooks. Staring down the barrel of a full-on, 100% Spanish novel can leave students quaking in their books—regardless of their skill level.

We know students will greatly benefit from reading Spanish literature, but it can be difficult to get started.

Use short stories as in-class activities

Due to their length, short stories can be easily digested by students during class time.

Stories can be read together as a class, individually or in groups. Any way you go, you’ll have ample time to finish a quick read-through and get into activities and class discussion afterward.

As their skills improve, you can have students do a timed comprehension activity. Write up a worksheet or packet to accompany the short story, and have them complete this after they’ve read through the short story.

This promotes smooth, natural reading comprehension, as students can’t stop to look up unknown words or get distracted for even a moment. 

Pair short stories with video and audio

Play accompanying video and audio in-class when available, while reading the story. You could also record yourself reading the story out loud, or you could record your students reading and play it back to them.

You can also use a program like FluentU as another helpful multimedia resource. This program offers short video clips from authentic Spanish media with interactive tools to support your learning. 

Use short stories as homework assignments

A short story is far less intimidating to tackle solo than a larger reading project. And students don’t need to fully comprehend previous chapters or remember information for future chapters.

For a more in-depth assignment, request that students complete a written assignment like an essay on a selected story element, a character profile, an opinion piece or a quick summary.

Break down stories into elements

Did you ever make a Five Story Elements Glove in school? Students trace the outline of their hand and then fill in the details of the five elements in each finger.

While you could choose your own elements to discuss, traditionally you’ll talk about: problem, events, solution, setting and characters. A summary of the story’s main ideas will go in the palm of the hand.

Use for group activities

Form small groups of students and assign each group its own short story. Have them create small scripts based on their stories, which they can either record themselves performing at home or act out in front of the class.

Short stories are such an excellent tool for Spanish learners and can serve as a shortcut to advancing Spanish language skills. 

I hope you enjoy using the entertaining stories in this post to boost your language skills or engage your students!

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• Subjects: Business Corporate Culture

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• Subjects: Business Strategy

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• Subjects: Business Strategic Management

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• Subjects: Business Company Structure

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• Subjects: Business Business Ethics

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• Subjects: Religion World Religions

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• Subjects: Developmental Theories Psychology

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• Subjects: Art Music

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• Subjects: Criminal Law Law

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• Subjects: Concepts in American Novels Literature

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• Subjects: Other Technology Tech & Engineering

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• Subjects: Art Photography

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• Subjects: Environment Human Impact

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• Subjects: Business Management

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• Subjects: Economics Investment

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• Subjects: Business Workforce

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• Subjects: Art Sculpture

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• Subjects: Language Development Linguistics

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• Subjects: Common Law Law

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• Subjects: History Western Europe

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• Subjects: Internet Tech & Engineering

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• Subjects: Art Musical Compositions

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• Subjects: Health & Medicine Nursing

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• Subjects: Entertainment & Media World News

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• Subjects: Computer Science Tech & Engineering

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• Subjects: History United States

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• Subjects: Climate Change Environment

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• Subjects: Cloud Computing Tech & Engineering

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• Subjects: Tech & Engineering Technology in Education

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• Subjects: Budget Economics

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• Subjects: Education Education Theories

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• Subjects: Education Pedagogy

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• Subjects: Design Web Design

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• Subjects: Education Writing & Assignments

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• Subjects: Design Fashion

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• Subjects: Literature Mythology

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• Subjects: Family, Life & Experiences Relationships

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• Subjects: Infrastructure Politics & Government

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• Subjects: Art Artists

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• Subjects: Sociological Theories Sociology

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• Subjects: Health & Medicine Healthcare Financing

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• Subjects: Ethics Sociology

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• Subjects: Literature Romantic Literature

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• Subjects: Economic Theories Economics

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• Subjects: Economics Finance

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• Subjects: Geriatrics Health & Medicine

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• Subjects: Biology Sciences

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• Subjects: Economic Systems & Principles Economics

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• Subjects: Accounting Business

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• Subjects: Advertising Entertainment & Media

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How long is 200 words? A 200-word text is perfect for conveying concise and focused thoughts on a topic. It takes less than one double-spaced or 0.4 single-spaced pages , so it requires you to prioritize the most crucial points while preserving clarity and consistency. This word count is typical for abstracts, annotated bibliography entries, discussion board posts, position papers, and book reports.

In this article, we will discuss how to structure a 200-word essay to make it compelling and engaging. As a bonus, you will also receive a list of interesting topics, writing prompts, and practical samples. You can check out IvyPanda free essays for more inspiration!

• 🔝 Best Essay Topics
• 📝 Obesity Essay Examples
• 💡 Essay about Myself
• 🤰 Pregnancy Essay Examples
• ✍️ How to Write a 200-Word Essay
• ⚡ Alternative Energy Essay
• 📱 Social Media Prompts
• 🖊️ Essay Examples on Life after Covid-19
• 📋 Sample Essay Prompts
• 🖥️ Essay about ICT: Samples

🔝 Best 200 Words Essay Topics

• Why is it important to recycle?
• The significance of education in society.
• How does social media influence teenagers’ mental health?
• My role model for my career.
• What are the benefits of being bilingual?
• Effective ways to decrease depression among youth.
• My first trip abroad.
• Modern technology: the key drawbacks.
• People should protect the environment.
• How does fashion impact self-expression?
• Teenage abortion: for or against.
• The value of time management.
• Gambling should be banned in the United States.
• Why is it crucial to forgive?
• The benefits of a positive mindset.

📝 Causes and Effects of Obesity Essay 200 Words: Examples

• Management of Obesity and Social Issues That Emerge With Its Development The article by Omole focuses on recent shift in the management of obesity and the social issues that emerge with its development, namely, the culture of fat-shaming, by considering some of the alternatives toward evaluating […]
• “Childhood and Adolescent Obesity”: Article Review In the article “Childhood and adolescent obesity: A review,” the authors examine the different treatment options for obesity and argue that current medication is the most effective approach to addressing this issue.
• “Obesity, Physical Activity, and the Urban Environment” by Lopez Additionally, the study had proved that suburban areas’ features could not be connected to the higher risks of obesity since the inner-city population has higher rates of illness.
• Disseminating Evidence: Childhood Obesity The attendees at the meeting will also publish the proposed solutions and results of the research study. It is also vital to mention that researchers of the study will be expecting feedback after the convention.
• Obesity Among the Elderly People in Warren Township Obesity among the elderly people living in Warren Township could be a result of different measures of socioeconomic status which may include; the family, cultural factors, biological pathways as well as ethical and sociopolitical factors […]

💡 Prompts for a 200 Words Essay about Myself

Here are some helpful 200-word essay example prompts that you can use to reveal your personality or talk about your life experience:

• Autobiography about yourself 200 words. In your essay, you can describe your place of birth, childhood, or major life events that have shaped your worldview.
• Who am I: essay 200 words. Write about your bad and good habits, values, and hobbies. Also, you can describe your personality traits and preferences.
• 200-word essay about the importance of research to you as a student. Provide the benefits you get from conducting research. Examples include acquiring new knowledge, clarifying complicated concepts, understanding research methods , and balancing between collaborative and individual work.
• How will counseling help you get through with your problems: 200 words essay. Discuss how counseling may be a beneficial resource in dealing with personal issues that prevent you from achieving your ambitions.
• My first job essay — 200 words. Describe your first employment, the lessons you learned from it, and how it shaped your outlook on work and responsibilities.

🤰 Adult & Teenage Pregnancy Essay 200 Words Examples

• Adolescent Pregnancy and School Dropout After COVID-19 in Kenya The article of Zulaika presents the impact of COVID-19 lockdowns on adolescent pregnancy and school dropout among secondary school girls in Kenya.
• The National Campaign End Teenage Pregnancy in Ohio The dream of most parents is to ensure their children lead to a successful future which may be affected by the occurrence of unplanned teenage birth.

✍️ How to Write a 200 Word Essay

Writing an essay in 200 words may be difficult since you must present a logical and convincing point in a limited number of words. It requires you to be precise and selective in choosing the information you want to cover, making every word count.

In the following paragraphs, we will discuss the structure of a 200-word essay in detail!

What Does 200 Words Look Like?

A 200-word essay usually consists of 3 parts:

• Introduction (2-3 sentences)
• Main body (4-5 sentences)
• Conclusion (2-3 sentences)

A 200-word essay’s main body should be focused and clearly address your chosen topic. Each sentence should efficiently express your point of view while staying within the word limit.

Try our outline generator to create a compelling 200-words example outline!

200 Word Essay Introduction

The introductory paragraph of a 200-word essay is about 50 words in length. Since the paper is short, you can begin your opening paragraph with a strong thesis statement. After the thesis, summarize the points you want to reveal in the body paragraph.

To make the process of writing the introduction easier, use our hook sentence generator , thesis statement tool , and research introduction maker .

200 Word Essay Conclusion

The conclusion of the 200-word article, like the introduction, should be about 50 words. It must briefly outline the main thoughts and restate the thesis statement. Also, the last paragraph should provide the reader with a sense of closure and emphasize the importance of the topic.

We also recommend you use our concluding sentence generator to write your essay’s conclusion quickly and effectively!

How Many References in a 200 Word Essay?

The number of sources depends on the type of work and your teacher’s requirements. On average, for 150 words, you need to include 1 reference. As a result, for a 200-words paragraph, you will need 1-2 sources.

Our citation generator is a helpful online tool that can assist you in creating the reference list for your essay within several seconds.

⚡ Alternative Sources of Energy Essay 200 Words: Examples

• Energy: Types and Conversion Process This process is called energy conversion, and it is one of the most important concepts in understanding energy. An example of energy conversion in daily activities is the shift from electric energy to heat in […]
• The Nuclear Power Passages: Rhetorical Analysis At that, the writer also provides some data utilized by the former vice president and some information to show the negative side of power plants.
• Technology and Wind Energy Efforts by the elite members of the society enlightened the global countries about the benefits of renewable energy sources in conserving the environment prompting the need to consider wind energy.
• Non-Renewable Energy and Gross Domestic Product of China The use of non-renewable energy in China has the negative impact on the GDP, as indicated by the negative values of DOLS and CCR coefficients. The generation of renewable energy has a negligible negative impact […]
• Building Energy Assessment and Rating Tools Houses are rated prior to building them or after building them and the rating depends on the dwelling’s plan; the erection of its roof, walls, windows and floor; and the direction of its windows relative […]

📱 Essay of 200 Words on Social Media: Prompts

Writing an essay on social media? We have prepared for you good writing prompts that can be helpful when crafting a 200-word paragraph on social media. Find a suitable 200-words sample prompt below:

• The advantages and disadvantages of Facebook: paragraph 200 words. Discuss the pros and cons of Facebook. Its benefits can include networking, access to new information, and dating. Among the disadvantages are privacy issues , addiction, unnecessary criticism, etc.
• The impact of social media on mental health: essay 200 words. Explore how social media might damage mental health. You can also come up with possible solutions.
• Impact of social media on youth: essay 200 words. Investigate the effects of social media on young people, emphasizing the benefits and risks social platforms may have for teenagers’ behavior and development.
• Facebook should be banned: essay 200 words. Provide arguments for or against banning Facebook. Support your opinion by sharing your experience using this social media platform.
• 200 words essay on social media addiction. In your essay, you can focus on a specific aspect of social media addiction . For example, you can dwell on its major signs, risks of developing, or ways to deal with it.
• Virtual life and real-life paragraph 200 words. Compare and contrast virtual life with real life, highlighting differences and possible intersections. Discuss how virtual life can make you less social.

🖊️ Essay on Life after COVID-19: 200 Words Examples

• Post-COVID-19 Pandemic Policy Changes The case of COVID-19 pandemic has demonstrated the necessity for governments to institute new policies swiftly in order to address the spread of infections.
• The Healing Wings Project After COVID-19 The pandemic of COVID-19 did not only pose a threat to the physical health of the population but also put many people in a position in which they had to deal with the loss of […]
• The Issue of Gender Inequality After Covid-19 To date, the role of women in society has increased many times over, both in the economic, social, and political spheres of public life.
• World Medical Relief After COVID-19 In conclusion, patients’ needs for healthcare equipment and supplies are critical, and the failure to receive the appropriate medication might be life-threatening.
• Future of Public Health After the COVID-19 The pandemic acted as a detonator of the problems of the key sphere of life support of the population. In my opinion, public medical institutions will improve themselves under the influence of factors such as […]
• Digital Economy After the COVID-19 Pandemic With the spread of COVID-19 in the world, more and more people work remotely using video conferencing services and instant messengers.

📋 Essay 200 Words: Sample Prompts

Check our writing prompts for a 200-word essay now to receive some more fresh ideas:

• Online classes vs traditional classes essay 200 words. In your 200-words text, you can provide several reasons why online courses can be better than traditional ones. Support your opinion with a real-life example.
• Should smoking be banned: essay 200 words. Examine both sides of the issue while discussing the health, economic, and societal effects of smoking prohibition .
• Essay on Pythagoras in 200 words. You can start by providing a biography of Pythagoras and the most memorable events of his life. Then, dwell on the contribution he made to the philosophy.
• Coping with stress: essay 200 words. Discuss ideas and strategies for efficiently managing stress and preserving mental well-being.
• A trip to Mars essay 200 words. You can describe the fictitious expedition to Mars. Try to provide details about preparation, challenges you may face, and your emotions about such an experience.
• Outdoor activities essay 200 words. Emphasize the physical and mental advantages of participating in outdoor activities and spending time in nature. Then, write more about your favorite outdoor activity.
• You are what you eat: essay 200 words. Discuss how food choices affect general health and well-being. You can also highlight the importance of nutrition in daily life.

🖥️ Essay about ICT 200 Words: Best Samples

• Health Information Technology: The Main Benefits The promising functionality of HIT has attracted media attention, but its eventual implementation faced obstacles such as a lack of technological resources or inability to understand which types of HIT must be used. Thus, HIT […]
• How My Organization Uses Technologies for Communication In addition, new forms of communication are constantly being improved, enhanced, and updated, allowing one to optimize the existing work in the right direction.
• Evaluation of Health Information Technology Since most data will be categorical, this can be a terrifically effective technique of analyzing data because it will also be immensely useful to this project.

📌 200 Word Essay: Answers to the Most Pressing Questions

📌 how many pages is 200 words double spaced.

How many pages are 200 words of academic text? According to the guidelines of all the key citation styles, one page should contain approximately 250 words (12-point Times New Roman, double-spaced). If you follow these guidelines, your 200-word essay will be one page. If you make it single-spaced, it will take half a page.

📌 How Much Is 200 Words in Paragraphs?

How many paragraphs is a 200-word essay? Since a typical paragraph in academic writing contains 50-100 words, an essay of 200 words will consist of 2 to 4 paragraphs.

📌 How Many Sentences Is 200 Words?

How many sentences is a 200-word essay? A typical sentence in academic writing consists of 15-20 words. So, 200 words are not less than 10-13 sentences.

📌 How to Outline a 200-Word Essay?

When you write a 200-word essay, proper planning is the key to success. Such a short piece will consist of three to five concise paragraphs. A 200-word paper outline can contain a short introduction with background information, 1-3 body paragraphs, and a conclusion.

📌 How Long Does It Take to Write 200 Words?

How long does it take to write a 200-word essay? It will take you 4-8 minutes to type 200 words on your keyboard (the total time will depend on your typing speed). Writing an academic paper will take more time because you’ll have to research, make an outline, write, format, and edit your text. It would be best if you planned to spend not less than 40 minutes for a 200-word paper.

📌 How to Reduce Word Count in a 200-Word Essay?

The easiest way to do that is to get rid of the less important arguments you consider in your 200-word essay. Rank your arguments and eliminate those weaker. Another idea is to edit your paper in order to make sentences shorter. For instance, you can remove some of the adverbs.

Free 200-Word Essay Samples

200 samples of this type

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How Long Is a 200 Word Essay Double Spaced?

A 200-word text usually takes about 1 page. All the major citation styles assume that an essay will take approximately 250 words per page. The most common format is double-spaced, Times New Roman, 12 pt. The details might differ – for instance, in MLA 9 and APA 7, Calibri and Arial are also accepted. However, 12-point Times New Roman remains preferable.

How Many Paragraphs Is 200 Words?

A 200-word essay should include 2 to 4 paragraphs. In academic writing, a paragraph should contain at least 50 words and three sentences.

200-Word Essay Structure

A 200-word essay is quite a short piece. However, it should be properly planned. Your essay should contain four to five concise paragraphs. It is to consist of an introduction paragraph, two to three body paragraphs, and a conclusion.

How Long Does a 200-Word Essay Take?

It will take you about 4 to 8 minutes to type 200 words on your keyboard, depending on your typing speed. However, if you also need to perform research, make a reference list, add in-text citations, and graphic materials, you’ll need more time – not less than 0,5 hours for 200 words.

How Many Body Paragraphs Are in a 200 Word Essay?

An average 200-word essay contains 1 to 2 paragraphs. Each paragraph should be 70 to 150 words long.

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To achieve the desired level of attention to the issue, the author calls on the audience’s feelings of respect towards her and her peers for her effort, which provides ethos. Suzuki calls for the audience’s reason and rationale when she states that “if you don’t know how to fix it,...

Food Safety Issues in Modern Agriculture

Food safety constitutes proper preparation, storage, and preservation of all foods. According to the United Nations Asian and Pacific Center for Agricultural Engineering and Machinery (APCAEM), an upsurge in international trade on agricultural products has made food safety a major concern. Furthermore, food safety is becoming a serious policy matter...

• Human Rights
• Ancient Civilizations

Modern Issues in “The Myth of Sisyphus” by Camus

The article by Camus titled “The Myth of Sisyphus” is dedicated to the account of mythology and its reflection on the modern situation of the middle of the 20th century – the author ties the myth telling about eternal tortures of Sisyphus and the human sufferings that he sees at...

Rosetta Stone in Ancient Egyptian Culture

Rosetta Stone is famous because of its role in enabling experts to read Egyptian hieroglyphs. Aside from the hieroglyphs, the stone has demotic and Greek types of writing. The writers inscribed the same message on the stone using these writing styles. Therefore, experts who could read either demotic or Greek...

Attachment Theory and Cycle of Violence

Injuries which are mechanical, associated with sex, mental attack, and deprivation are the four kinds of violence identified by the typology of PlanStreet (2022). “Attachment theory” discusses how early childhood trauma has shaped a particular manner of relating to others. According to another idea called the “cycle of violence,” domestic...

Graduate Nurses’ Required Leadership Attributes

Graduate nurses need certain attributes to perform optimally in their work. These attributes include self-awareness, accountability, time management, and social awareness (Finkelman & Kenner, 2010). Self-awareness means the proper understanding of one’s emotions and their effects on oneself and other people. Graduate nurses need to understand their emotions in order...

Newton’s Third Law With an Example

According to Newton’s Third Law of Motion, a body exerting force on another body experiences a force equal in magnitude and opposite in direction. As bodies experience acceleration proportional to the magnitude of the force and inversely proportional to their mass, lighter objects exerting force on heavier ones accelerate away...

Germany After Signing Versailles Treaty

The signing of the Versailles treaty was done on the 28th of June 1919 at the Versailles Palace. It is one of the critical pacts in history since it helped end World War I. According to the reports from the sessions, Germany was treated unfairly since it was the only...

Tecnocap’s Recycled and Recyclable Aluminum Closures

Introduction Sustainability is a prominent trend. Recycling enables people to achieve sustainability. Tecnocap’s aluminum cans are 100% recyclable. Product Identification Tecnocap’s metal closures are made of recycled material. Tecnocap’s cans can be recycled themselves. Tecnocap’s products can be customized. Benefits for Consumers Tecnocap’s bottles are extremely durable. Consumers can use...

Inspiration for Women to Address Inequality

When you think about inequality, according to you, what kind of people face it now more than others? Blacks? Latinos? The right answer is women. They share this planet fifty-fifty with men, but they are less respected. At the same time, you may ask – how women do not have...

Effects of Colonization on Women in Canada

Introduction These traces were manifested most strongly in the rapist policy of sterilization of women, which was carried out in Canada by the then authorities. In addition, there were multiple significant violations of their rights, which will be studied in this work (Ryan et al., 2021). Forced Sterilization Forced sterilization...

Personal Experiences and Social Imagination

There are a number of factors throughout my life that have shaped my understanding of the world and the self. In particular, I think that gender has been an interesting topic to think about and a theme that has given me considerable trouble throughout my life. Gender is a complicated...

• Ancient History
• Western Civilization

How Mass Media and Entertainment Influences Our Culture

Mass media are quickly becoming a real power in the political, social and spiritual spheres of people’s life. Lule (2016) states that “throughout U.S. history, evolving media technologies have changed the way we relate socially, economically, and politically” (6). Zengotita (2008) adds that human culture has always filtered reality through...

Organizational Change Management and Communication

The previous post emphasizes the importance of integrating organizational changes with the needs or input of the employees. As Belkis outlines, under-negotiated or poorly consulted changes can cause serious adverse effects. This caused a serious increase in workload for employees and therefore decreased their well-being, energy levels, and work satisfaction...

Health Education and Health Promotion Revisited

McCauley’s nursing tradition has been referred to as Careful Nursing, a method of nursing created in Ireland in the early 19th century and adopted by Irish nurses in the Crimean War. Even though records of careful nursing have been preserved, little emphasis has been given to it in the literature...

Epigenetic Drugs for Cancer Treatment

Currently, cancer is a disease that requires special attention since it is not curable in all cases. However, scientists are developing new epigenetic drugs, which include HDAC inhibitors. The mechanism of action of pills is that they deactivate checkpoints during the cell cycle when cancer cells increase. The role of...

Religious Beliefs in Egypt and Mesopotamia

Polytheism was the most outstanding feature of the ancient religious belief system among the Egyptians. Several deities or gods interacted with Egyptians. The gods had full control of nature and that nothing could take place without their influence. Hence, it was the role of individual Egyptians to act according to...

Constructive Criticism in Public Administration

I was quite negative about any type of criticism as I did not want to hurt people’s feelings. I often felt uneasy when heard some criticism concerning my actions, behavior, ideas and so on. However, I have acknowledged the benefits of constructive criticism. In my studies, I find it rather...

Abstracting and Persuasive Discussion of “The Green Knight” Movie

The Green Knight is an aesthetically pleasing movie that managed to intrigue and mesmerizes the audience with its visual presentation. I have watched the film recently and came out of it thinking that the cinematic aspects of its presentation were the strongest, far outshining the story or the characters themselves....

Concept of God and Philosophy of Religion

What characterizes good? The concept of good, by definition, has two defining characteristics. The first one is the presence of perceivable benefits to either the person (personal good) or the community at large (community good) (Howing, 2016). The second characteristic of good typically involves the absence of harm to either...

The Problem of Microplastics Contamination

Technology is not standing still, and humanity is faced with innovative products that can change the quality of life every month. If breakthrough solutions have the right characteristics for everyday use, they become part of life. Nevertheless, there is a downside to inventions, such as the one with plastic. Indeed,...

“The Slave Ship” by Turner: Romantic Landscape of Death

Joseph Turner, a prominent Romanticist, expressed strong opinions on the anti-slavery agenda, and The Slave Ship is a part of his activist statements. The background portrays a lost ship caught in the storm (Turner). Foreground displays sea creatures and chained black slaves pushed into the water. I find it fascinating...

• Ancient Egypt
• Consciousness
• Environment

The Abortion Issue Regarding Human Rights

This article discusses how the ruling on laws about abortions can impact other rights rooted in privacy. These rights include gay rights, contraceptives, marriage, and others not written in the constitution but vested in the human race because people are human (Glenza). The court ruling seems to undermine these inalienable...

Chapter 9 of The Archetypes of Wisdom by Soccio

René Descartes was the first philosopher who focused on acquiring knowledge about knowledge, giving rise to the new era of epistemology in philosophy, becoming the pioneer of rationalism. According to rationalists, knowledge relies primarily on reason and not on sense evidence. The coherence theory of truth states that knowledge is...

Non-Literal Language Understanding: Sally-Anne Task

Before getting down to explaining why autistic children typically have difficulties in an understanding of non-literal language such as metaphor and irony utilizing the Sally-Anne task/test, the main idea of this test is to be considered. Sally-Anne task/test is the ability to recognize the false beliefs in others (Gehring, Debry...

Professional Networking: Advantages and Disadvantages

Available literature demonstrates that the use of online professional networking comes with obvious advantages, particularly in this era where many professionals and businesses rely on information and communication technologies not only to communicate but also to conduct business. The foremost advantage of online professional networking is that it can enhance...

Effective Communication and Interpersonal Skills

Interpersonal Communication Process of developing a good relationship with other people Interpersonal skills can be learned and developed Effective communication is an essential skill and is related to success Principles of Interpersonal Communication Good listening is being interested in what you are being told Judgment should come after the information...

Biostatistics and Public Health Study Evidence

Biostatistics is the application of statistical knowledge to aid the interpretation of biological and public health related data. For research to provide scientific evidence, data should be correctly collected, analyzed and the findings interpreted. At this point, the role of biostatisticians becomes crucial because they engage in interdisciplinary collaborations through...

Mark Harris’ Pessimism as to Movie Industry

In his article on the current movie industry trends, Mark Harris expresses his extreme skepticism about the future of American cinematography. The title of the article, “The Birdcage”, stems from the famous “Birdman” film (Harris, 2014). The example is employed by the author to reveal the nature of contemporary movies’...

Health Education and Promotion

Today, health promotion has become more relevant than ever in addressing challenges related to public health. The adverse effects of climate change, sedentary lifestyles, financial crises, security threats, and access to unhealthy foods contribute to public health challenges (FRAC, 2017). Therefore, implementing efforts to make healthier lifestyle choices can help...

Road Speed Limits Importance

Many drivers can find speed limits to be annoying, distracting, or lacking any meaningful contribution to road safety. However, there is an alarming trend that reveals the increase in the number of road fatalities in the past few years (Farmer, 2019). I believe that human lives must be put above...

Jane Addams’ History of Activities

The history of Jane Addams’ activities in this module seemed particularly interesting. This is due to the fact that my research paper focuses on the study of the activities of women politicians; hence the story of Jane is of particular curiosity. Her contribution to the development of social homes for...

• John F. Kennedy
• Christianity
• Web Technology

The Cold War Era’s Impact on the US Politics

The Cold War era included many reforms that occurred internally and externally in relation to the politics of the United States. In terms of domestic conflicts, the anti-communist movement became a major cause of concern for the government. In that way, while the national statement itself called for an open...

Female Martyrs in Early Christianity

The persecution of early Christians was a process accompanying the development of religion in the past. From this perspective, a life of a missionary at the time was not easy, especially when the series of martyrdoms started with St. Stephen being the first victim of this policy initiated by Roman...

How Database Views Restrict Access to Data

Any database is, first and foremost, a large body of information, not all sections of which can be read by humans. Typically, databases have access levels, which determine whether a specific individual (basically a specific device) is allowed to access certain sections of the database. Views in SQL are database...

Philosophy. The Problem of Personal Identity

A possible thesis of this reading is ‘personal identity is flexible on a number of levels but remains based on a solid foundation of rarely changing principles.’ The author says, “if you are like me and you have a strong attachment to the belief that we persist through time …,...

Prokaryotes and Eukaryotes: Overciew

All creatures can be divided into two groups: prokaryotes or eukaryotes, depending on their cells’ structure. Prokaryotes are unicellular living organisms; they do not transform into a multicellular form, capable of autonomous existence. They can be bacteria, including cyanobacteria or blue-green algae and archaea. These organisms are the oldest and...

Analytic Philosophy and Its Conceptual Differences

The idea of analytic philosophy in contrast with other schools of philosophy Analytical philosophy has flourished in the United States and England. Analytical philosophy is characterized as a meta-linguistic discipline different from other schools of philosophy regarding empirical science (Stadler & Camilla, 2001). This philosophy is mainly concerned with our...

State Vocational Rehabilitation Agency Staff Evaluation

The article is a study of the factors that bar or facilitate evidence by staff in a vocational agency. The report addresses, among other things, the ease of locating and comprehending research findings, implementation funds, professional collaboration, and upcoming research. This article relates to the professional association because it focuses...

“Twentieth Century Crisis of Belief” by Marheine

The article by Marheine titled “Twentieth Century Crisis of Belief” summarizes many ideas and social phenomena that distinguished 20th-century ideology, philosophy, and art. The main trends discussed by the author in the compilation of famous artists’ abstracts are the disgusting wartime pictures in literature and reflection of despair and exhaustion...

Brief Description of the Tesla Company

Current Organizational (Model) Design and Features Started in 2003 as Tesla Motors, Inc., but became profitable in 2013, Tesla’s organizational model supports continuous growth development, corporate sustainability and profitability over the seasons under the u-form structure. With the function-based strategy, the company has several offices and units that manage both...

Cross-Sex Friendships: The Main Benefits

Although this is a subject of a very long debate, I believe that men and women can form platonic friendships. In the clip from “When Harry Met Sally,” Billy Crystal’s character, Harry, claims that the reason men and women cannot be friends is that sex always gets in the way....

• Indigenous People
• Inspiration
• Pride and Prejudice
• Organizational Change

Good Health and Well-Being Promotion Initiatives

It goes without saying that all people across the globe deserve good health and well-being. As I am pursuing a degree in nursing, I know that the responsibilities of health care specialists include not only the provision of quality health care delivery but the prevention of health issues as well....

Police Shooting of Richard Cabot in Pittsburgh

On September 7, a police officer shot a 32- year-old Richard Cabot. The incident unfolded near the sports bar in Pittsburgh, where the victim and his friends watched the Pittsburgh Pirates vs. St. Louis Cardinals game. “The family’s account differs vastly from the statements of dozens of witnesses,” officer Debra...

Vietnam’s Emerging Market Potential

The western countries can help Vietnam improve its business climate by assisting the country in improving its legal, political, and regulatory frameworks. Since Vietnam’s exports depend on multinationals such as Samsung, the country must focus on providing opportunities for local companies. Western nations can instruct the Vietnamese officials on how...

Graduate Nursing Role and Leadership Skills

Parsons and Cornett (2011) believe that leadership is a meaningful aspect of every level of nursing. Leadership competencies make it easier for nurses to inspire others and promote the most desirable health outcomes. Graduate-level nurses should have specific leadership skills and attributes in order to become competent promoters of health...

“Children’s Visual Imagery” by DeWindt-King and Goldin

DeWindt-King and Goldin are considered the brains behind research in cognitive approaches to problem-solving and their qualifications and expertise in technological approaches in solving mathematics problems cannot be debated. Serving as full-time professors in their respective universities, the authors have made immense contributions to the field of mathematics education. Mediterranean...

General Understanding of It and Is Concepts

Whether one should purchase or build an information system (IS) is a decision that requires specialized expertise to make. For the upper-management, the outcome of both decisions may be the same, but the cost, risk time and labor requirement may differ greatly. Furthermore, the problem for which system acquisition is...

Protecting Ourselves from Food Article by Sherman & Flaxman

The primary purpose of the article “Protecting Ourselves from Food” was to examine the defensive mechanisms that humans adopted to protect themselves from multiple food-borne bacteria and microorganisms. To achieve this objective, the authors investigated the function of spices in various cuisines and analyzed the role of “nausea and vomiting...

“Precision Conducting” by Timothy Sharp

In his book, Precision Conducting, Seven Disciplines for Excellence in Conducting, Timothy Sharp looks into the different ways of inspiring a conductor. Chapters 1 to 3 discuss analyzing, internalizing, and marking the score. The author argues that it is critical for the conductor to first analyze the score. At this...

The Issues of Public Health, Ethics, and Human Rights

Thesis Point The modern development of medicine and human rights system appeared to be under the power of state government that is why challenges in the ethical behavior of the population, caused by right violations, can result in epidemic brunt and high spread of dangerous viruses within the society. Public...

Flexibility in Design Instructions

While processes and models can be useful, it is still significant to maintain flexibility in design instructions for a specific reason. In particular, it is necessary to remember that these instructions are not only a set of discrete steps that should be taken in any event (Dousay par. 17). The...

• Gender Roles
• Respiratory Disorders

The Complementary Nature of Faith and Reason

Faith and reason are not entirely interrelated, as neither can be effectively derived from the other. With that said, I believe that the two complement each other; Aquinas believed that to grasp what one could of the divine, one had to develop their reasoning (“Saint Thomas Aquinas,” 2014). Reason without...

End-of-Life Decision-Making Research Methodology

In their research, Ko, Nelson-Becker, Park, and Shin (2013) seek to locate the tools for building a more coherent framework for end-of-life issues management among Korean adults. Since there is no particular need for quantifying the outcomes of the analysis, the authors of the study use the qualitative research design....

Interview Report on the Presidential Debate

The first face-to-face presidential debate took place on September 26, 2016. Hillary Clinton kept her cool, while Donald Trump was impassioned and engaging. The meaningful part of it was dedicated to economic issues. Teresa Garcia, a 20-year-old civil engineering student, carefully followed the presidential campaign and the debate as well....

The Art of Dancing: Public Education

Introduction Jacques d’ Amboise is an American dancer known for his widely successful program aimed at teaching young school children the art of dancing. He began by teaching just 30 kids, but the course was so popular that it quickly expanded to have over a thousand students and many talented...

Marketing Research of Competitors on the Market

Research Question There is no doubt that the development of business enterprises in conditions of the modern market is becoming challenging, caused by a number of political and economic factors, including the abundance of competitive core companies. This means that modern business cannot develop without hindrance, as when entering the...

Twinings Tea Firm’s Eco-Friendly Production

One of the components of the definition of the sustainable product is a life-sequence positioning, which implies that sustainable manufactured goods are continually ecological-friendly throughout its whole time of existence (Chopra 2003). To be more precise, if the product is claimed to be eco-friendly, from the second the raw resources...

The “Old Boys, Old Girls” Story by Edward Jones

According to Rolston (2018), Edward Jones’s stories, mainly Old Boys, Old Girls, reflect how institutions and social circumstances shape the life and struggles of the African American male ex-convicts. Indeed, by portraying the life of Caesar Matthews, Edward Jones’ stories give insight into the African-American individuals’ criminal record complicate their...

The Role of Stem-cell Tissue in Neurodevelopment

Stem-cell Developments The attention towards the usage of stem cells in scientific studies is a subject of many controversies in the past decade. However, while some opponents of these experiments point out ethical issues related to the origin of this tissue, it is also essential to understand what these studies...

Symbol Resulted From the Modern Digital World

Symbol Meaning(s): This symbol is new to society since it has been created as a result of the emergence of new digital technology. It looks like an upside-down drop with a circle in it. Its appearance resembles a hot air balloon or a pin that travelers put on the world...

Traumatic Fractures: A Healthcare Research

It is hard to disagree that anyone can break a bone, though particular conditions and situations make it more likely. Compared to pathologic fractures, traumatic ones happen not from osteoporosis but sports injuries, car accidents, and falls. In other words, breaks may be caused by a bone impacted by a...

• The Yellow Wallpaper
• Colonization

Substance and Alcohol Misuse among Adolescents

Substance and alcohol misuse among adolescents is a considerable bother for the US healthcare system. Since adolescence is commonly known as a time for experimentation, substance use disorder (SUB) and alcohol abuse are often rooted in the period (Beaton, Shubkin, & Chapman, 2016). In order to address the problem, I...

Diversity Project Kickoff: Diversity in Health Care

Introduction. The Necessity for a Diversity Project Promotion of the population’s access to healthcare services. The outcomes of culturally competent: The better public acceptance of nurses; Meaningful client-provider communication. Aims of the Project Forming a Workforce Diversity Council. Appointing a person responsible for the inclusiveness policy. Raising the committee’s awareness....

Intelligent Robots, Their Benefits and Disadvantages

Benefits Intelligent robots have been a staple of science fiction for more than a century. An artificial brain that is able to understand the world and feel emotions akin to a human being may still be fiction today, but advances in the field of robotics show that it may become...

How Hate Took Hold of Him: Parrish Reflection

In this article, Parrish (2015) tries to clarify the reasons and factors that caused his hatred towards African-Americans. According to the discussions of the author, it is the impulse that is given by social prejudices and beliefs. For example, it is mentioned that the author’s parents were also against African-Americans...

Film Project: “Christopher Robin” by Marc Forster

The topic of the project should be formulated using tools of doubt and relevance assessment since there can not be a single consolidated opinion. Although various probabilities exist, the greatest deeds require sacrifice and discipline since dreams do not come true on their own. This statement is related to the...

Digital Technologies in Business

Digital transformation is probably the most recurring theme on the agenda of modern businesses. IT-enabled opportunities drive managers around the world to upgrade and adapt their companies and organizations accordingly. Lin and Lin (2014) raise an intriguing question of how accurate the perceived usefulness of technology adoption really is. After...

The Role of the Teacher in a Differentiated Classroom

The idea of a teacher facilitating differentiated classroom appeals to me. This method focuses on providing students with personalized education, where the teacher supports and mentors them as they work toward their own learning objectives. This method enables students to take charge of their education and has the potential to...

Short Attention Span as a Time Management Issue

The greatest challenges with time management I think that my biggest time management problem is my short attention span. Differently put, I tend to get distracted very easily. Also, I am surrounded by a multitude of potential distractions at any given time. Such distractions can be represented by other people,...

The Current Breadth of Apple’s Product Line

The current breadth of Apple’s product line seems to be quite modest for the company of its size. However, it is important to keep in mind that Apple has to take extensive care of product quality, which explains the small range of product diversity. Nevertheless, there are ways for the...

Leadership Theories Chart. Breakthrough Leadership

Leadership Theory Definition Main Concepts Situational leadership A leadership theory that merges both directive and supportive dimensions, which need to be applied correctly in a given situation (Ghazzawi, Shoughari, & Osta, 2017). Situational leadership is based on the relation between the task behavior, listening, support, and value. It claims that...

• Professionalism
• Acquisition
• Performance

The Gilded Age and Modern Oppression of African Americans

Despite the fact that the Gilded Age was characterized by considerable advancements in the sphere of economy and production. At the same time, during the Gilded age, minorities, especially African Americans, were still discriminated against and oppressed. The level of racism in society was prominent during the Gilded Age, and...

Los Reyes Hospital Risk Assessment

Risk assessment is an important tool that helps to quantify the risk associated with an investment in a certain project. According to Gapenski and Pink (2015), there are three methods to quantify risk, including sensitivity analysis, scenario analysis, and Monte Carlo simulation. The most comprehendible way to assess associated risk...

Are African Americans More Harassed by Police?

Hypothesis: Members of the African American community are more likely to be harassed by the police than members of other ethnic groups Independent variable: Ethnic affiliation Response Category: Different ethnic groups willing to confess their interaction with the police Dependent variable: Police harassment Response category: Were you harassed by the...

Inaugural Speech of John Fitzgerald Kennedy

Introduction The speech was written by Kennedy himself with the assistance of Ted Sorensen. Kennedy served only two years of his term and did not have any significant domestic or foreign political achievements such as Roosevelt. Yet, for some reason, people still regard him highly. His ratings reach as high...

Pascal’s Triangle, the Sierpenski Triangle, and the Mandelbrot Set

Relation between Pascal’s triangle and the Sierpenski triangle Both Pascal’s and Sierpenski are triangles. The Sierpenski triangle is obtained from Pascal’s triangle by marking or coloring the odd numbers and leaving the even numbers without color. Properties of the Sierpenski triangle and the Mandelbrot set Both the Sierpenski triangle and...

Texas Political Events: Woodlands Incorporation Issue

The case of Woodland township incorporation is the focus of the article by Buckley. The residents of Woodlands are fighting to shift the location’s status from a township to a city, which might result in increased freedom of infrastructure management (Buckley, 2021). According to Lasswell’s definition of politics, successful city...

Changing Claude Monet’s “The Truth of Nature”

I have chosen Claude Monet’s painting as it illustrates a very vibrant floral setting, demonstrating the pure beauty of nature. Considering my intentions of presenting a contrast between earlier depictions of nature and the modern environmental predicament, the brilliant green colors of the painting would facilitate the contrasting process. To...

Crime Rates in the United States over 20 Years

When designing an informative report for the general public, it is most appropriate that its contents are simple and easy to understand. The following charts are obtained from the Federal Bureau Investigation (FBI) data that is stored on the Uniform Crime Reporting (UCR) website. The information revolves around rates of...

“The Gita Proudman Story” by Ontario Nurses’ Association

The story of Gita Proudman, a nurse who was wrongfully charged with second-degree murder of an infant, is a terrifying example of the unfair treatment nurses often get in the workplace and otherwise. A dedicated nursing professional, Proudman faced a difficult situation with an ill and deformed infant on a...

Euhemerism Theory and Myths Across Cultures

Introduction to mythology Myths are the basis of our cultural construct. Myths are based on gods and heroes who narrators of myths insist should be emulated. Myths provide insights about the cultural past of modern society. Theories of mythology Euhemerism The euhemerism theory explains how myths are actual accounts of...

• Food Safety

Project Requirement Gathering Techniques

Requirement gathering is an important process to understand what the IT project should be about. Without that, a coder would not be able to develop a project which will be helpful for the end-user. While there are many approaches to the gathering, I think two techniques are especially valuable for...

Why Is Baroque Suite an International Music Genre?

A baroque suite is a musical genre or form primarily founded and developed during the Renaissance and Baroque periods. It primarily features instrumental music used for parties and dances. The structure consists of several movements performed in the same key and is separated into different pieces. The music was primarily...

Social Media Plagiarism: The Key Issues

Giving credit for an open work satisfies the open-copyright license’s legal requirement that the writer acknowledges the work’s author. Citations are made for restricted works where the copyright holder does not grant public access to the copy. If the work is not attributed properly, it can be marked as plagiarized,...

Prevalence and Effectiveness of Laxative Use

It is necessary to admit that not all laxatives may be safe for patients and can be used for a long period. Sometimes, dependency and the worsening of bowel functions may be developed regarding the age of the patient (Chen et al., 2014). There are many reasons why nurses should...

Counsellor’s Professional Role and Ethics in Canadian Context

Counsellor’s Professional Role As a medical professional, a counsellor has the ability to work with people to promote their mental wellbeing and prosperity. Many individuals face problems during the course of their life, establishing a need for strong emotional and psychological support. The existence of a counsellor helps those that...

The Concept of Resilience in the Workplace

There are various strategies and supports that may be used to complement, improve, and enhance the quality of health and wellness in the workplace. The concept of resilience is currently gaining popularity in business research. It is defined as the professional ability to “withstand, recover and grow in the face...

Driving in Winter vs. Summer: What’s the Difference?

Although driving seems like a mundane task, it can be extremely challenging and dangerous. Different weather, traffic, and road conditions, as well as vehicle condition, can have a significant impact on one’s driving. Driving during the summer months differs considerably from driving in winter, when roads may be covered in...

The Importance of Hygiene in Gynecology

As a third-year medical student, I had a rotation in obstetrics and gynecology. At this rotation, I had an experience with a patient that transformed my professional path and encouraged my promotional community-based activity as a health care practitioner. The patient whom I encountered was a woman admitted for infertility...

SWOT Analysis of Škoda Company

The key weakness identified by Škoda was that the company is unable to fit into a fragmented and highly competitive market with its current brand perception in the general public. Market shares for Škoda are small, largely due to the fact that their reputation did not grow a sufficient amount...

The Teenage Pregnancy Problem in the US

There is a big disparity between the rates of teen pregnancy in the United States of America and most parts of Europe and Canada. The main reason behind this trend is the American perceptions of morality and the hypocrisies behind it. America is a country where most policies are often...

• Agriculture
• Nursing Theory
• Human Development
• Historical Figures

Factors Affecting Lifespan Development

Various factors influence one’s lifespan development, such as health and well-being, parenting, education, socio-cultural contexts and diversity, and social policy. These factors vary significantly in their importance throughout one’s life. For instance, for a newborn baby, health and well-being are vital, as this is when a human organism is very...

Celebrities as a Good Role Models

Celebrities ought to be good role models due to their significant impact on society and individuals. Although it is highly controversial and questionable whether the public needs to consider them as good examples of proper behavioral pattern, the fact is that some people do. Therefore, celebrities must acknowledge and realize...

How Are Websites Developed and Function?

A website is a set of pages or files that are located under a single domain name. It is a collection of pages linked together, including references to other resources that are available under a single domain. Each page of the site contains direct links that allow the user to...

Biomolecules and the Human Body: Color Blindness

Color blindness, or color deficiency, occurs when an individual is unable to distinguish between certain colors and belongs to the most widespread genetic disorders. This happens “in an X-linked recessive pattern,” as the genes, and mutations that are responsible for the defect, OPN1LW, OPN1MW, and OPN1SW, reside in the X...

Self-Management Support in Primary Care Nursing

The article is aimed at reporting the results of the research conducted by Kennedy et al. (2014) devoted to studying the use of self-management tools in patients with serious health issues. About the type of research and its design, the article outlines the results of a qualitative study involving a...

Hoarding and Opportunistic Behavior during COVID-19 Pandemics

The “Hoarding and Opportunistic Behavior during the Covid-19 Pandemic” article demonstrates that there has been a rise in unethical practices. The practices include opportunistic behaviors, such as hoarding of products and profiteering (Sobirova, 2020). For instance, the digital thermometer, which was retailing at $18 before the pandemic, now retails at...

An Exploration of Current Practice of Cervical Spine Trauma Radiographs

Introduction The author of this article was Michael Fell. He wanted to determine the cervical spine radiographic imaging practices that were used in more recent examinations. These were used on patients who were suspected to have neck injuries. The author also examined the various causes of the variations in dosage....

Discussing the Plan Language Act and Six C’s of Communication

Thoughtful evaluation of words utilized is a crucial factor of any author’s success. Plain Language Action and Information Network (PLAIN) states that it is vital to “Choose your words carefully” to avoid overly complex structures when writing a governmental document (The Plain Language Action and Information Network, n.d.). PLAIN’s suggestion...

Analyzing a Budget Overrun in a School Restoration Plan

The main topic of the current letter is to discuss the budget overrun regarding the restoration of the new school tailored for disabled children. According to the primary inquiry, the technological aspect of the school support was not mentioned. Conducting the detailed analysis of the initial request, some inconsistencies were...

China’s Tourism Takes on a New Direction This Spring

The China policy connected with the COVID-19 pandemic makes severe travel limitations and lowers the profits of travel companies. In March – April 2022, the country imposed a strict lockdown again, especially in Beijing and Shanghai. Such a policy makes travel companies uneasy; however, while the forecast is negative in...

• Marketing Research
• Attachment Theory
• McDonald's

Homeric Worldview’ Main Features – Greek Mythology

The Homeric worldview resembles the orthodox Greek perspective (Cunningham & Reich 39). The Homeric conception of the world characterized a flat and rounded disk of land enclosed by an endless ocean stream. Based on the above representation, it was believed that the earth’s plateau was amid Oceanus. The sun, the...

Organizational Profits and Their Limits

Profits earned by an organization have a limit. The capital structure of an organization determines the profit levels which can be achieved. Profits are made when revenues exceed costs and there are many factors that determine the revenues as well as costs involved in trade (Boland, 2005). Over-exploitation of resources...

The Cold War’s History and Consequences

The Cold War, formed as a result of the development of nuclear weapons and the confrontation between two massive world powers, had many consequences that affected the entire world. First of all, this war left a mark on the arms sphere, since many countries, not only the USSR and America,...

Three Technological Innovations

Introduction This work of scientists is an advanced example of how animals are used to detect human diseases. Scientists are mimicking the locust brain through a neural network in such a way as to create a breath test that could be used in cancer screenings since the locust can detect...

INA Corp.’s Acquisition in Islamic Republic of Iran

Facts A company that is an affiliate of the INA Corporation acquired a significant ownership of an Iranian insurance company. It acquired 20 percent ownership in shares of Bimek Shargh and the process got approval from the Iranian insurance authority. This transaction was made in 1977 when the company paid...

What Social Factors Prevent Adolescents to Acquire Appropriate Education in Their Later Life

The choice of the topic for the research is justified by several factors. First, juvenile detention and the further rehabilitation and socialization of individuals acquire the top priority today because of the growing rates of juvenile incarceration. Statistics show that over the past decade, the number of young people with...

American Nurses Association Code of Ethics

Out of the nine provisions explained in the American Nurses Association (ANA) Code of Ethics, the following two seem to be the most crucial: provision 1 and 2. Provision 1 states that nurses should practice “with compassion and respect for the inherent dignity, worth, and unique attributes of every person”...

Existing Health Policy and the Older People Needs

The serious problem is that there is no clearly defined government nutrition program for Australian older people. In fact, according to Shine (2019), there is no diversity of health centers for older people that allow patients to receive counseling or assistance. Indeed, several organizations provide this service, but to receive...

Discussion of Respiratory Acidosis

Acids are substances that can give off hydrogen ions, and bases are substances that can accept these ions. The acid-base balance is an important parameter that is maintained in the human blood within certain limits. This is necessary for the normal functioning of various body systems, biochemical reactions, and the...

Fear as Catalyst of Madness in the “The Fall of the House of Usher” by Poe

Introduction “The Fall of the House of Usher” by Edgar Allen Poe presents a dramatic tale of a protagonist visiting his childhood friend who is ill and has gone mad. In a story full of dark imagery and psychological built-up tension, Poe creates an atmosphere that becomes deeply disturbing to...

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