Spanish greetings and introductions
Greet someone in Spanish, introduce yourself and say goodbye with practical phrases and exercises.
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Everyday Spanish
Prepare for everyday conversations with useful Spanish greetings, questions and practical examples.
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Everyday Spanish
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Asking for clarification in Spanish
Say you do not understand, ask someone to repeat or slow down, and ask what a Spanish word means.
Read and practiseOrdering at a café in Spanish
Order a drink, ask about ingredients or the price, and request the bill in Spanish with useful café phrases.
Read and practiseAsking for directions in Spanish
Ask where a place is and understand simple directions in Spanish, including straight ahead, left and right.
Read and practiseShopping for clothes in Spanish
Ask a price, request another size and try on clothes in Spanish with practical examples and exercises.
Read and practiseTalking about family in Spanish
Introduce family members and ask their names with useful Spanish vocabulary and examples.
Read and practiseTelling the time in Spanish
Ask and tell the time in Spanish, including one o’clock, half past, quarter past and quarter to.
Read and practiseTalking about the weather in Spanish
Ask about the weather and describe sun, cold, rain, snow and clouds with practical Spanish examples.
Read and practiseOrdering a meal in Spanish
Order a meal in Spanish: request a table and menu, ask about ingredients and check whether you can pay by card.
Read and practiseBuying fruit and vegetables in Spanish
Ask for produce by weight, check the price and finish a market purchase with practical Spanish phrases.
Read and practiseDescribe a daily routine in Spanish
Talk about waking up, meals, work and evening activities in order with practical Spanish examples.
Read and practiseDescribing a home in Spanish
Name rooms, say what a home contains and describe where things are with practical Spanish phrases.
Read and practiseSaying goodbye in Spanish
Farewells for friends and polite encounters help you close a conversation and respond naturally when someone leaves.
Read and practiseSaying thank you in Spanish
A cup of coffee, a kind gesture or some help: find the words to thank someone and reply politely.
Read and practiseApologizing for a small mistake in Spanish
A late arrival, a forgotten item or a small mix-up can call for an apology and a reassuring response.
Read and practiseAsking someone’s age in Spanish
A question about age opens a simple exchange; answer with a number and the right form of the Spanish verb for having.
Read and practiseTalking about nationality in Spanish
Where are you from? Ask about origin and describe nationality with simple Spanish questions and answers.
Read and practiseSpell your name in Spanish
At a reception desk or in a conversation, spell a name aloud and check a letter you did not catch.
Read and practiseTalking about languages you speak in Spanish
A conversation about the languages you speak starts with a simple question and a few useful forms of hablar.
Read and practiseAsking for the bathroom in Spanish
Find a bathroom politely and understand simple directions to the right, left or end of a corridor.
Read and practiseAsking for tap water in Spanish
A glass or a jug? Ask for tap water politely and check whether it is safe to drink at a restaurant.
Read and practiseTalking about hobbies in Spanish
Free time brings opportunities to ask about hobbies and say which activities you enjoy in Spanish.
Read and practiseInviting someone and replying in Spanish
Make a casual invitation, accept or decline, and suggest another time with practical Spanish phrases.
Read and practiseMaking an appointment in Spanish
Request an appointment, agree on a day and time, and ask to change or confirm it in Spanish.
Read and practiseChecking into a hotel in Spanish
Identify a reservation, ask about a room and breakfast, and request an extra towel in Spanish.
Read and practiseTaking a bus in Spanish
Ask where to find a bus, check its destination and find out when and where to get off.
Read and practiseBuying a train ticket in Spanish
Ask for a train ticket, choose one-way or return and ask about departure time and platform in Spanish.
Read and practiseAsking for health help in Spanish
Practise asking for help and describing a symptom or allergy in Spanish with clear, practical phrases.
Read and practiseDescribing your job in Spanish
A workplace conversation can begin with your occupation and continue with a task you regularly do.
Read and practiseLeaving a phone message in Spanish
Learn how to identify yourself, explain your call and request a callback in a clear Spanish phone message.
Read and practiseWriting an appointment message in Spanish
Write a polite Spanish message to request a different appointment time and ask the recipient to confirm it.
Read and practiseAsking for a step-free route in Spanish
Specific questions help you find a route that fits your access needs. Ask about a step-free entrance, a lift and an accessible toilet, and confirm the route in Spanish.
Read and practiseDiscussing weekend plans in Spanish
Weekend plans give you a reason to ask what someone intends to do and describe an activity you have planned.
Read and practiseGetting a library card in Spanish
Ask how to obtain a library card, borrow books, renew a loan and return items in Spanish.
Read and practiseCongratulating someone in Spanish
Good news deserves a warm response: congratulate someone on an achievement and answer a kind message.
Read and practiseChecking and topping up a transit card in Spanish
Ask about a transit card balance, request a top-up and check whether it covers a journey using Spanish.
Read and practiseAsking someone for a favor in Spanish
A small request and a considerate reply: ask someone for a favor, thank them or accept a refusal politely.
Read and practiseAsking about vegetarian options in Spanish
Explain a vegetarian preference in Spanish and ask about meat broth, ham and available alternatives before ordering.
Read and practiseOffering help in Spanish
Offer a hand with everyday tasks, and respond politely when someone offers to help you.
Read and practiseBorrowing something in Spanish
Ask someone to lend you an item, agree on a return time and respond politely in everyday Spanish.
Read and practiseReporting a lost item on a bus in Spanish
Describe a lost backpack in Spanish, give the route and departure time, and ask where to report lost property.
Read and practiseA recent trip in Spanish
A journey can be retold with a destination, a way of travelling and a few memorable activities from the past.
Read and practiseAsking questions at a laundromat in Spanish
At a laundromat, clear questions help you understand how the machines and payment work. Ask whether a machine is free, what a wash costs, how to pay and where to dry your clothes.
Read and practiseDescribing someone’s appearance in Spanish
Identify someone by describing their height, hair, eyes and accessories in a clear, practical exchange.
Read and practiseAsking about volunteering in Spanish
Say you want to volunteer, ask about tasks and hours, explain your availability and ask how to register.
Read and practiseTalking about birthdays in Spanish
Ask about a birthday, give a date and describe a simple celebration with cake and presents.
Read and practiseAsking about an overdue library book in Spanish
Explain in Spanish that a library loan is overdue and ask about returning, renewing and any possible charge.
Read and practiseAsking about recycling rules in Spanish
Find out where household waste belongs, whether materials need separating and what to do before recycling.
Read and practiseAsking about a cash machine in Spanish
Ask where the machine is, whether it accepts your card, whether you can choose a language and where to request a receipt.
Read and practiseAsking for a spare key in Spanish
Ask a host for an extra key, explain who needs it and agree when and where to return it.
Read and practiseAsking to pay separately at a restaurant in Spanish
Ask in Spanish whether a group can pay separately, identify your items and request the amount and a receipt.
Read and practiseAsking how to use an appliance in Spanish
A host explains the controls on a washing machine or oven, from pressing a button to choosing a setting.
Read and practiseAsking about an accessible restroom in Spanish
Ask for the accessible restroom, check the floor and opening status, and ask whether you need to request a key.
Read and practiseAsking for gift wrapping in Spanish
At a shop you can ask about wrapping and the receipt before paying for a present. Ask whether a purchase can be gift-wrapped, discuss the cost, and request a receipt without a price.
Read and practiseReporting a lost house key in Spanish
A lost house key can leave you outside; explain what happened, ask your host for help and arrange a way inside.
Read and practiseAsking about drinking water and bottle refills in Spanish
Ask whether tap water is drinkable, where to find a drinking-water fountain and whether you can refill a bottle.
Read and practiseTaking a taxi in Spanish
A taxi ride starts with a destination and an estimate: ask the fare, give an address and say where to stop.
Read and practiseAsking about bicycle parking in Spanish
These questions help you understand the parking arrangements at a particular place. Ask where to park a bicycle, whether a location permits it and whether there is a fee or closing time.
Read and practiseAsking where to charge a phone in Spanish
Ask whether you can charge a phone, locate an outlet and find out whether there is a fee or an adapter available.
Read and practiseAsking about a ferry crossing in Spanish
At the ferry terminal, ask when the boat leaves, where it goes and how to buy passenger tickets.
Read and practiseAsking about contactless and card payment in Spanish
Ask whether contactless payment, cards or cash are accepted and whether there is a minimum amount.
Read and practiseAsking about a train seat in Spanish
On a train, ask if a seat is free, respond politely and understand when a place is reserved.
Read and practiseAsking about visitor Wi-Fi in Spanish
Ask whether visitor Wi-Fi is available, identify the network and find out whether a password or time limit applies.
Read and practiseCollecting a pre-booked train ticket in Spanish
You have booked a ticket and want to understand how to obtain it at the station. Ask how to collect a train ticket already booked online and clarify the reference or machine needed.
Read and practiseAsking about luggage storage in Spanish
At a station or hotel, ask where to leave your bags, how much storage costs and when you can collect them.
Read and practiseAsking to exchange a clothing size in Spanish
You already bought a garment and want to ask about exchanging its size. Explain that an item is too small and ask whether it can be exchanged for a larger size.
Read and practiseAsking about hotel breakfast in Spanish
At a hotel, find out where and when breakfast is served and whether its price is included in your stay.
Read and practiseExtra towels at a Spanish hotel
Two more towels for room 112: practise a polite request at reception and say where the towels should be delivered.
Read and practiseAsking about shop opening hours
Monday morning or Sunday afternoon? Ask when a shop opens and closes on a particular day.
Read and practiseOrdering bread at a bakery
Two wholemeal loaves or three rolls? Specify the bread and quantity, then confirm the total price in Spanish.
Read and practiseAsking for takeaway food
Soup to go or a sandwich to eat here? Explain your choice and ask for a container, lid or bag in Spanish.
Read and practiseAsking whether food is spicy
Is the sauce hot? Ask about heat and request a milder dish, no chilli or sauce on the side.
Read and practisePosting a letter in Spanish
A letter bound for another country needs postage. Ask about a stamp, the address and registered mail at the post office.
Read and practiseBuying a pharmacy product
Dry skin or another minor need? Describe it at the pharmacy and ask about a suitable product, its use and a prescription.
Read and practiseAsking about swimming pool facilities
Public swimming times, admission and changing rooms: ask the pool staff what you need to know before your visit.
Read and practiseSetting boundaries with a friend in Spanish
Explain a personal limit to a friend and suggest a respectful alternative while keeping the conversation open.
Read and practiseReturning a faulty purchase in Spanish
Explain that an item is faulty, show a receipt and ask about an exchange or refund in a Spanish shop.
Read and practiseResponding to unwanted advice in Spanish
A suggestion you did not ask for can be acknowledged politely while you explain the approach you prefer.
Read and practiseExpressing disappointment politely in Spanish
When a plan falls through or an outcome falls short, express disappointment and ask about alternatives without blaming anyone.
Read and practiseRescheduling a delivery in Spanish
Explain that you will be unavailable, propose another delivery time and ask for confirmation in Spanish.
Read and practiseGiving and receiving a compliment
A thoughtful compliment can name a specific effort or result, and a warm response can acknowledge the kindness.
Read and practiseClarifying a misunderstanding in Spanish
A mistaken interpretation can be repaired by restating your meaning and checking what the other person understood.
Read and practiseAsking for help accessing an account in Spanish
Explain an account access problem, ask about resetting a password and clarify a missing or time-limited link in Spanish.
Read and practiseAsking for a quieter voice in Spanish
A loud conversation can be addressed politely by explaining its effect and requesting a lower speaking volume.
Read and practiseDiscussing shared expenses in Spanish
A shared bill calls for a clear explanation, a fair division and an agreement about when each person will pay.
Read and practiseAsking to correct a restaurant bill in Spanish
Point out a duplicate item on a restaurant bill, request a check and confirm the corrected amount in Spanish.
Read and practiseCatching up with an old friend in Spanish
A chance meeting becomes a conversation about changes, recent news and plans to see each other again.
Read and practiseAsking for privacy in Spanish
A private call or sensitive conversation can begin with a polite request for space, a quieter place or another time.
Read and practiseReporting a missing delivery in Spanish
Explain that a parcel is marked delivered but has not arrived, and ask the delivery service to check its details.
Read and practiseAgreeing on household chores in Spanish
Discuss who handles each household task, suggest a fair rotation and settle on a time that works for everyone.
Read and practiseAsking about a food allergy in Spanish
Communicate a food allergy in Spanish, ask about ingredients and shared preparation surfaces, and request confirmation.
Read and practiseAsking about a rental deposit in Spanish
Before signing a lease, ask how much the deposit is, when it will be returned and which costs may be deducted.
Read and practiseReporting a heating problem in Spanish
When the heating fails, describe the symptoms and timing, then arrange a convenient visit to inspect the problem.
Read and practiseRequesting a repair estimate in Spanish
Explain a device problem, request a repair estimate and clarify approval before work begins.
Read and practiseDiscussing a rent increase in Spanish
A proposed rent increase raises questions about its reason, monthly amount and start date; practise asking for details in Spanish.
Read and practiseNotice before a landlord visits
A landlord’s visit needs advance notice and a convenient time; practise arranging and confirming entry in Spanish.
Read and practiseReporting an incorrect meter reading in Spanish
Explain a mismatch between a utility meter and a bill, offer a photo and request a correction in Spanish.
Read and practisePet conditions in a rental
A cat or dog may be welcome under specific conditions; ask about limits, extra deposits and written rental terms in Spanish.
Read and practiseReporting a hotel room fault
Cold water in the shower needs attention: describe the room fault to reception and ask for a repair or another room in Spanish.
Read and practiseTalking to neighbors about noise in Spanish
Describe nighttime noise to neighbors in Spanish and make a polite, specific request to lower the volume.
Read and practiseTravel insurance coverage questions
A mountain hike or bicycle ride can have different insurance terms; ask about coverage, exclusions and medical limits in Spanish.
Read and practiseReporting a water leak in Spanish
Learn to report water under the kitchen sink, say when the leak began, and arrange a visit in Spanish.
Read and practiseExplaining a missed flight
A late train can make you miss a flight; explain what happened and ask the airline about seats, ticket changes and costs.
Read and practiseAsking about local driving rules
Speed limits, parking restrictions and documents can vary by location; ask clear questions in Spanish before driving.
Read and practiseAsking about alternatives after a cancelled train in Spanish
State that the train was cancelled and ask about another connection, its departure and any platform or ticket change.
Read and practiseRequesting mobility assistance at an airport
A long airport journey may require mobility assistance; describe your needs and arrange help to the boarding gate in Spanish.
Read and practiseQuestioning a supermarket price in Spanish
A shelf label and the checkout total disagree: explain the difference, ask for a check and discuss the advertised discount.
Read and practiseAsking about mail forwarding in Spanish
After a move, questions about forwarding help clarify what a postal service offers. Ask in Spanish whether mail forwarding is offered after a move, how long it lasts and how to apply.
Read and practiseAsking how to store food in Spanish
Ask where to keep food, whether it needs refrigeration and how long it will stay good after opening.
Read and practiseAsking for a quieter table in Spanish
Request a quieter restaurant table, explain the difficulty with noise and ask about waiting for another seat.
Read and practiseCorrecting a food order in Spanish
A restaurant brings the wrong dish or misses a request: explain the difference and ask politely for a correction.
Read and practiseReporting a missing bank card in Spanish
A missing bank card calls for a clear report: say when you last had it and ask the bank how to block it.
Read and practiseAsking about returning bottle deposits in Spanish
Ask where containers are returned, whether a deposit applies, whether a receipt is needed and how a refund is provided.
Read and practiseAsking about a bank transfer in Spanish
Ask a bank about transfer details, possible fees and when money is expected to reach an account.
Read and practiseRequesting an interpreter for an appointment in Spanish
Ask whether an interpreter is available, explain the language needed, and confirm the arrangements for an appointment.
Read and practiseAsking about prescription refills in Spanish
At the pharmacy or health centre, ask whether a prescription is valid and how to get another supply of medication.
Read and practiseTalking about medication side effects in Spanish
A new symptom after taking medicine can be described to a clinician, along with when it began and a question about what to do.
Read and practiseAsking to change the date of a ticket in Spanish
Ask whether a ticket date can be changed, check the requested date, any charge and the confirmation deadline.
Read and practiseAsking about a medical test in Spanish
A medical test can raise questions about preparation, permitted drinks and when results will be available.
Read and practiseAsking how to pronounce someone’s name in Spanish
A short respectful question lets someone tell you how they say their own name. Ask how to pronounce a name, request a repetition and check your pronunciation politely in Spanish.
Read and practiseReporting a power outage in Spanish
A dark building or street needs a clear report: describe where power is missing, when it stopped and how to notify the provider.
Read and practiseChildcare enrollment questions in Spanish
Available places, documents and application steps: ask a childcare centre what your family needs to know before enrolling.
Read and practiseAsking where to drop off used batteries in Spanish
Find out where to drop off used batteries, which types are accepted and when the collection point is open.
Read and practiseComparing mobile phone plans in Spanish
Data allowances, contract length and cancellation fees: ask the provider for the terms before choosing a mobile plan.
Read and practiseAsking whether someone else can collect a parcel in Spanish
Ask whether another person can collect your parcel, what authorization or identification is needed and the collection deadline.
Read and practiseReporting parcel damage in Spanish
A torn box or wet packaging: describe visible damage and ask the carrier how to submit a report and what evidence is needed.
Read and practiseAsking about taking a bicycle on a train in Spanish
You want to travel with a bicycle and need to check the operator's conditions. Ask whether a bicycle is allowed on a train and clarify reservations, fees and the bicycle area.
Read and practiseAsking how to pay for parking in Spanish
You have parked and want to understand the local payment procedure. Ask where to pay for parking, whether a card is accepted and how to extend the time.
Read and practiseReporting missing baggage at an airport in Spanish
You are at baggage collection and cannot find your suitcase after the flight. Explain that a suitcase did not arrive on the belt and ask how to report and track it.
Read and practiseAsking about a train connection in Spanish
You are planning a journey that may require changing trains. Ask whether a train change is needed and clarify the station, transfer time and next platform.
Read and practiseAsking about museum ticket re-entry in Spanish
Ask whether a museum ticket permits leaving and returning, and check validity and any re-entry procedure.
Read and practiseDisagreeing while finding common ground
A different view need not end a conversation: acknowledge the other person, explain your concern and look for shared ground.
Read and practiseOpening a sensitive conversation
A difficult subject deserves a careful opening: ask whether the moment is right, describe your concern and invite another perspective.
Read and practiseResponding constructively to criticism
A concrete example can turn criticism into useful feedback. Practise asking for detail and choosing a thoughtful response in Spanish.
Read and practiseNegotiating a workable compromise
Different priorities can lead to a shared plan: explain your needs, exchange concessions and agree when to reassess the arrangement.
Read and practiseCorrecting a mistaken assumption tactfully
A mistaken belief need not end in an argument: identify the misunderstanding, give a respectful correction and check the facts together.
Read and practiseDeclining an unreasonable request
A request can exceed your limits: refuse clearly, give a brief reason and offer only an alternative you can actually manage.
Read and practiseMediating between friends
Two friends can have different concerns: summarize each view fairly and suggest a next step both can consider.
Read and practiseAddressing a broken promise
An unkept commitment can affect your plans: describe its impact, ask what happened and agree on a realistic next step.
Read and practiseArranging access for repairs
A repair visit needs a workable time and advance notice: explain your constraints, propose a slot and confirm who will enter.
Read and practiseDisputing a rental deposit deduction in Spanish
Challenge a charge against your rental deposit, ask for an itemized invoice and explain the evidence behind your request.
Read and practiseSetting boundaries with housemates
Guests, shared rooms and advance notice can become easier to discuss when everyone states their needs and agrees on a workable arrangement.
Read and practiseQuestioning an unexpected utility charge
An unfamiliar charge on a utility bill calls for a clear explanation, an itemized breakdown and, if needed, a correction.
Read and practiseChallenging an airline refund decision in Spanish
An airline response overlooks your refund request: explain the gap, cite the facts and ask for the decision to be reconsidered.
Read and practiseNegotiating alternative accommodation in Spanish
Explain an unsuitable room, propose a workable alternative and agree on conditions before changing accommodation.
Read and practiseReporting an accessibility barrier in Spanish
Explain how a barrier affects access, request a practical accommodation and ask when an alternative will be available.
Read and practiseDisputing a subscription renewal in Spanish
Question an unexpected renewal charge, request a refund and seek written confirmation of cancellation in Spanish.
Read and practiseNegotiating service contract terms
A monthly fee, cancellation notice and price changes: practise clarifying and proposing terms before signing a service contract.
Read and practiseAsking about an application appeal
A refused application raises questions about reasons, deadlines and evidence; practise asking how to challenge the decision in Spanish.
Read and practiseRequesting correction of personal information
An incorrect address or misspelled surname can be identified and corrected: practise requesting a records update in Spanish.
Read and practiseRequesting another medical opinion
A second assessment may need a referral and records: ask a clinician how to arrange it and obtain the relevant documents.
Read and practiseDiscussing medical treatment choices
Benefits, risks and alternatives: ask a clinician to compare treatment choices before making a decision.
Read and practiseMaking a formal complaint about a service
An unresolved service failure deserves a clear account of its impact and the remedy you are requesting in Spanish.
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