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Learn Spanish 1.6: Likes, Dislikes, and Days of the Week

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Learn Spanish with interactive flashcards. Practice your vocabulary, listening, and recollection skills

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Video: to express likes/dislikes (gustar)

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Video: to express likes/dislikes (gustar)

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Learn Spanish 1.6 - Likes, Dislikes, and Days of the Week

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http://www.SpanishDict.com/learn - Increase your Spanish conversation power by learning how to express likes and dislikes using the verb "gustar," days of the week, and hobby vocabulary. http://www.SpanishDict.com is the world's largest Spanish-English dictionary, translation, and language learning website. We develop and provide reliable, accurate, easy-to-use resources for learning Spanish.

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Learn Spanish 1.1 - Greetings and Introductions

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Ever heard the phrase, if you don't use it, you lose it?

One of the biggest concerns that language-learners face when they're learning a new language is "losing" the language. Perhaps you've just arrived home from a study abroad experience in Spain and you're terrified that all that hard-earned Spanish knowledge is going to evaporate over time. Perhaps your college semester just ended and you're afraid that by the time your fall Spanish classes start up, you will have forgotten everything you just learned. Fortunately, there are many ways that you can effortlessly incorporate Spanish into day-to-day life. In this article, we'll share a few of our favorite ways that you can practice your Spanish without having to think twice about it.

Watch movies in Spanish

If you're not already a , or Spanish-language film critic, pay attention. Over the last few decades, the Latin American and Spanish film industries have produced a wide array of fantastic , or movies across many genres. Perhaps you'd like to start with Y tu mamá , a Mexican movie about two best friends that go on a road trip with an older woman whom both are trying to woo. Or if you're more into ( magical realism), we suggest , which tells the story of girl living in 1940's Spain and a fantasy world that she discovers while staying with her step-father, who is also an officer in the Spanish army. Whatever your , or taste, is in film, there's sure to be something out there for you! Looking for a list? Here 's one that has some of the highest rated Spanish-language films of all time.

One strategy we recommend is to watch a movie that you've already seen in English in Spanish. Already understanding the plot will allow you to focus more on the language and how it is adapted to the film. If you're looking for a place to get started, pop in a Disney movie that you particularly love. Disney movies such as Moana or Frozen are localized so well that even the songs have their own Spanish version.

Changing the language that your social media accounts are presented in is a quick way to surround yourself with the language. Here are some ways to change the settings on different phones and social media accounts:

On iPhone

Go to the Settings app.

Click on Language and Region.

Click on iPhone Language.

Click on Español, Español (EE. UU), Español (México), or Español (Latinoamérica) to change your language to the Spanish of a particular region.

Click Done in the top right-hand corner once you have selected your language.

iPhone will prompt you to confirm your choice. Once you do, all of your iPhone's settings, options, and even some apps (including apps like Instagram and Snapchat) will convert from English to Spanish!

On Android

Open Settings by pulling the top menu overlay down and selecting the gear icon.

Click on Languages and Input.

Click on Languages.

Click on Add a language.

Select Español (Estados Unidos), or another regional option if you have them.

Drag "Español" above "English".

Note that these instructions may vary, depending on the brand of your device.

For your Facebook account

While logged in, click on the small downward-facing triangle in the top right-hand corner.

Click on Settings.

Click on Language listed in the left options bar.

Click on Show Facebook in this language and a drop-down menu will appear. Select Español or Español (España). Then click Save Changes.

For your Twitter account

While logged in, click on the circle representing your profile in the top toolbar, prompting a drop-down menu to appear.

Click on Settings and privacy.

Under the Account menu, look for the drop-down menu next to the Language option.

Select Español - Spanish from the list of options.

Once selected, scroll down to the bottom of the page and click on Save changes.

Twitter will prompt you to enter your password to confirm the changes. Enter your password into the pop-up window and select Save changes.

Oye, Siri
Looking for an extra challenge? If you have an iPhone, you can also change the language that Siri listens and responds in! To get Siri to talk to you in Spanish, first:

Select Spanish (Chile), Spanish (Mexico), Spanish (Spain), or Spanish (United States) from the list of options. Once selected, Siri will automatically change languages!

Cook Hispanic dishes

If you've just come home from a Spanish-speaking country, one great way to relive the glory days of your time abroad while also practicing your Spanish is to learn to cook the food of Spanish-speaking countries. Whether it's from Spain, from Mexico, or from Peru, learning how to cook your favorite dish is a surefire way to keep rolling your Rs while also pleasing your palate.

To maximize your exposure to the language, make sure you shop for your ingredients at Hispanic food markets, find , or recipes that are in Spanish, and when you're done cooking, find restaurants that serve your new favorite dish and order your food in Spanish.

Need some ideas? Below is a list of some of our favorite dishes to cook and their recipes:

Listen to Spanish music

, , , . Whole genres of music open up when you start listening to music in Spanish. Once you've got a song stuck in your head, we recommend that you look up the , or lyrics, online. Then you'll be able sing along to your favorite Spanish-language hits. Before you say, I'm just not into those genres, be aware that Spanish-language music doesn't begin and end with Prince Royce or Daddy Yankee. Spanish-language music also transcends its traditional genres. If you're into rock and roll, and are good artists to check out. If you love rap music, look for and .

Already got 2017's hottest Spanish-language single, , stuck in your head? Check out our article where we break down the lyrics, line by line!

Now you have some strategies that will keep you speaking Spanish between classes. Using all four strategies together will help you practice even more! Need to put that mofongo back in the oven five minutes longer? Just tell your phone to set a timer in Spanish!

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Effortless Ways to Practice your Spanish | SpanishDict

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Ever heard the phrase, if you don't use it, you lose it? One of the biggest concerns that language-learners face when they're learning a new language is "losing" the language. Perhaps you've just arrived home from a study abroad experience in Spain and you're terrified that all that hard-earned Spanish knowledge is going to evaporate over time.

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spoken in Mexico

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Since Spanish is spoken in various countries around the world, the language as a whole is extremely diverse. Some varieties of Spanish slang words are more common in certain regions than others, like Mexican Spanish in the United States and, of course, Mexico! With its beautiful beaches and rich culture, Mexico is a popular tourist spot.

If you're planning on visiting this amazing country, we have a list of words and phrases to help you fit in when you go!

Locals love the phrase and you'll hear it often when you're in Mexico. It's a simple and casual greeting along the lines of or

Used to express disbelief, much like Get out of here! or Are you kidding me?, this phrase literally translates to Don't stain. isn't usually considered vulgar, but be aware that people who aren't close friends or family might get offended by it. The more vulgar version, if you're wondering, is , which literally translates to Don't suck.

Literally meaning Waters!, the phrase is the best way of telling someone to look out or to be careful. Definitely use this if your friends are doing something risky and you want them to be careful. Conversely, if someone says this to you, make sure to dip, duck, dive, and dodge the possible danger ahead.

is Mexican slang for beer, so use this if you're heading to a bar or want to invite some of your friends to your place for some beer and cheer. Pretty straightforward and useful, right?

is another phrase that is pretty straightforward, too, even if the literal translation is to be fart. While the phrase sounds a bit strange, it's also useful for vacationing or clubbing in Mexico, especially if you've had several chelas.

Now that you've learned how to say in Mexican Spanish, it's time to learn how to talk about being hungover. The literal translation of this phrase is to be raw, a feeling you'll understand if you've ever had one too many , or drinks.

If you're around Mexicans, you'll hear over and over again, which is essentially the equivalent of dude. is similar, but it's usually reserved for people with whom you have a closer relationship, so it's more like an affectionate bro.

There is no exact translation for this word, but phrases like Right on! and Way to go! come pretty close. Words like awesome and okay are slightly more of a stretch, but are also acceptable translations of . You can even use this phrase to get someone to hurry up or move faster because it also means Come on!

and are basically interchangeable, so feel free to use whichever one you think sounds more chido.

In other Spanish-speaking countries, usually means truck. In Mexico, however, camión is the preferred word for bus. You should plan on using this word a lot if you're going to get around Mexico ( by bus), although you can also use the more formal term autobús .

Now you know enough Mexican slang to blend in when you travel to , , or ! Time to book your trip!

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How to Sound like a Local in Mexico | SpanishDict

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Since Spanish is spoken in various countries around the world, the language as a whole is extremely diverse. Some varieties of Spanish slang words are more common in certain regions than others, like Mexican Spanish in the United States and, of course, Mexico! With its beautiful beaches and rich culture, Mexico is a popular tourist spot.

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The Spanish language has a long and varied history, affected by its central location between Europe, Africa, and the Americas. Even within Spain there are around a dozen different spoken languages! But don't let that scare you away. While Spain has many different languages, Castilian Spanish being one of them, the following words are used and understood by Spaniards nationwide.

Thinking about traveling to Spain? Here are a few slang words and phrases that are helpful to know before you start hitting up the tapas bars!

If there's one word you should know when traveling to Spain, it's . You'll hear it everywhere. It's used to affirm something - okay, alright, sounds good, understood. It also can be used as a question of verification.

You'll hear more than you'll hear It can be used at any time of day!

is an informal way to address or refer to someone. You might think everyone is calling each other aunt and uncle at first. But they're not.

Up your street cred with this one. is used by Spaniards all over to refer to things that are cool. Feel free to use it when referring to a restaurant you went to, an experience you had, an interesting book you just read-really anything you find fascinating. Careful, though! When referring to people as cool, especially when referring to how attractive they are, Spaniards typically go with the adjective, .

is the Spanish way of saying it's all good. Spaniards use it for both informal and formal situations and you'll hear it much more frequently than or .

If you go up north, you'll want to order . They're basically the same as , though pinchos are usually bigger and are served on a skewer on top of bread.

Save the phrase for when you want to convey disbelief after having experienced something unbelievable. Feel free to use it for something truly incredible, such as watching your favorite soccer team make an incredible comeback. You can also use it to express incredulity for everyday occurrences, such as your roommate forgetting to clean his or her dishes for the umpteenth time.

Not to be confused with the food, is colloquially used in Spain to mean dough, moolah, or money. Remember to reserve this word for a colloquial or informal context, such as when talking to a friend or family member. When paired with the indefinite article, can refer to a fortune.

In Spain, is how everyone says goodbye. It's so commonly said-even more so than -that Spaniards tend to compress the sounds of phrase so that it sounds like 'sta logo .

Now you know enough Spanish slang to blend in on the streets of , , or . Time to book your ticket!

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How to Sound like a Local in Spain | SpanishDict

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The Spanish language has a long and varied history, affected by its central location between Europe, Africa, and the Americas. Even within Spain there are around a dozen different spoken languages! But don't let that scare you away. While Spain has many different languages, Castilian Spanish being one of them, the following words are used and understood by Spaniards nationwide.

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Spanish movie Que te gusta hacer? what do you like to do? in Que te gusta hacer you can see what you like or dislike

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Me gusta(an)/No me gusta(an)
ex. Me gusta el café. Me gustan tos tacos.
No me gusta el té. No me gustan las enchiladas.
To say you like or don't like to do something, we say...
Me gusta + infinitive
ex. Me gusta bailar. I like to dance.
No me gusta bailar. I don't like to dance.

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If you desire to teach the language, why not acquire how to speak Spain Spanish and do it right? Discover how to speak Spain Spanish similar a Spaniard does? Most people study languages from reports or audio classes, and a few attend courses at one time or twice a week.

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Perdóname, ¿dónde está el banco, el museo, el baño, el tren, el aeropuerto?

To ask how much something costs, we say...
¿Cuánto cuesta?
¿Cuánto es

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Quisiera... (I would like)
¿Puedo tener...? May I have...?
Quiero...(I want...)

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Basic Conversational Questions and Answers

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Generally speaking, basic conversations in Spanish usually include greetings or "saludos", introductions and some vocabulary like numbers, countries and more. All these topics have been covered in previous lessons and we will see them in use in this lesson. You will see some of these common Spanish phrases in simple sentences and short conversations. Let's start...

Introductory video: Basic Spanish phrases and questions for beginners

First, let's watch a short video showing some common Spanish phrases and questions that we will be using throughout the rest of the lesson such as ¿DÓNDE VIVES? (Where do you live?) and ¿DE DÓNDE ERES? (Where are you from?). This is a summary of the vocabulary we consider important to hold basic Spanish conversations. Do not worry if you cannot remember them all as we will see them again later. Also, remember to activate the subtitles (cc) if you need them.

Audio Examples: A list of Basic Spanish expressions and questions

There are lots of phrases and questions in the language, but some are way more common than others and those are the ones we will learn next. Some of these Spanish phrases can be used to welcome others like " Bienvenido", whereas others can be used to ask for favors like " Por favor" or thank people like " Gracias". In real life interactions, you can modify the expressions and questions in the list by replacing the subject pronoun to make them more formal or informal when needed .

Listen to the phrases and questions in the list and pay attention to their pronunciation and structure as we will be using them later in basic conversations in Spanish.

Some examples of basic conversations in Spanish

There are many other expressions to learn, but the ones above are among the most common Spanish phrases and questions beginners should know. You will realize that when you meet someone for the first time, people will often use these expressions as conversation starters. That being said, let's move on to the application part of this topic by reading and listening to some basic conversations in Spanish using the vocabulary we have covered, plus a few interesting things you will have to figure out yourself. We have included the original Spanish conversation script with English translation so you can follow the audio more easily.

Alí: ¡Buenos días! Vengo a la entrevista de trabajo...
Heidi: Si claro, siéntese por favor
Alí: Gracias
Heidi: Bien ¿Cúal es su nombre?
Alí: Me llamo Alí Mendez
Heidi: ¿Dónde vive usted?
Alí: Vivo en la ciudad de San Diego
Heidi: ¿A qué se dedica?
Alí: Soy doctor. Trabajo medio tiempo en una clínica
Heidi: Bien, deme una copia de su hoja de vida y la revisaremos. Gracias por venir.
Alí: Gracias a usted.

Conversation English translation

Ali: Good morning! I come for the job interview ...
Heidi: Yes of course, please sit down
Ali: Thanks
Heidi: Well, what is your name?
Ali: My name is Ali Mendez
Heidi: Where do you live?
Ali: I live in the city of San Diego
Heidi: What do you do?
Ali: I'm a doctor. I am working part-time in a clinic
Heidi: Okay, please give me a copy of your resume and we will review it. Thanks for coming.
Ali: Thank you.

Alí: ¡Hola Heidi! Entra por favor. Bienvenida a mi nueva casa
Heidi: ¡Gracias Alí! ¿Cómo estás?
Alí: Muy bien, gracias. Es una sorpresa verte. ¿Dónde vives ahora?
Heidi: Vivo en Los Ángeles.
Alí: Entiendo, pero ¿dónde naciste?
Heidi: Nací en Miami, pero me mudé a Los Ángeles hace 3 años...

Conversation English translation

Ali: Hi Heidi! Please come in. Welcome to my new home
Heidi: Thank you Ali! How are you?
Ali: Very well, thank you. I am surprised to see you. Where do you live now?
Heidi: I live in Los Angeles.
Ali: I see. By the way, where were you born?
Heidi: I was born in Miami, but I moved to Los Angeles three years ago ...

Alí: ¡Hola! Es una fila larga ¿verdad?
Heidi: Si, ya estoy cansada... ¿Cómo te llamas?
Alí: Soy Alí. Mucho gusto.
Heidi: Mi nombre es Heidi. ¿De dónde eres?
Alí: Soy de México, pero vivo aquí en los Estados Unidos
Heidi: Entiendo. Yo soy de Honduras. ¿Eres casado o soltero?
Alí: Estoy casado. Tengo dos hijos: un niño y una niña. ¿y tú?
Heidi: Yo soy soltera

Conversation English translation

Ali: Hi! It is a long line, right?
Heidi: Yeah, I'm tired ... What's your name?
Ali: I'm Ali. Nice to meet you.
Heidi: My name is Heidi. Where are you from?
Ali: I'm from Mexico, but I live here in the United States
Heidi: I see. I'm from Honduras. Are you married or single?
Ali: I'm married. I have two children, a boy and a girl. And you?
Heidi: I'm single

Alí: ¡Hoy es mi cumpleaños!
Heidi: Felicidades. ¿Cuántos años tienes ya?
Alí: Tengo 25 años... Voy a celebrar mi cumpleaños con pastel y un partido de futbol ¿Te gusta el futbol?
Heidi: Si claro, me gusta mucho ver el mundial
Alí: uhmm.. una pregunta ¿Cuál es tu color favorito?
Heidi: Mi color favorito es el rojo...
Alí: Bien, entonces usaré una camisa roja hoy

Conversation English translation

Ali: Today is my birthday!
Heidi: Congratulations. How old are you now?
Ali: I'm 25 years old ... I will celebrate my birthday with cake and a football game. Do you like football?
Heidi: Yes of course, I like to see the world cup
Ali: uhmm .. I have a question What is your favorite color?
Heidi: My favorite color is red ...
Ali: Well, then I'll use a red shirt today

This is the end of the lesson. Hopefully you will remember the Spanish phrases we introduced and got an idea of how they can be used in basic conversations thanks to the examples. Come back and check their pronunciation any time you need it. More importantly, find someone to practice with if possible. Make sure to continue learning more expressions and questions to expand your vocabulary so that you can have and understand other scenarios. ¡Hasta pronto!

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Spanish Phrases and Questions for Basic Conversations - SpanishLearningLab

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Learn a list of common and really useful basic Spanish conversation phrases and questions. You will also see the vocabulary in use through several examples of basic conversations in Spanish including recordings, their script as well as the dialogue's English translation.