Spanish is a vibrant language spoken by millions across the world, and learning it opens doors to culture, travel, and connection. This guide focuses on practical points you can use right away.
Vocabulary
Vocabulary is the building block of communication; learning high-frequency words lets you describe everyday things and actions. Below are some useful categories to get you started.
Useful Nouns
Spanish Word(s)
English Word(s)
la casa
the house
el coche
the car
el libro
the book
la mesa
the table
el teléfono
the phone
Spanish Example
English Translation
🌎 El mapa está en la pared para todos ver.
The map is on the wall for everyone to see.
🗂️ Tengo los documentos en esta carpeta.
I have the documents in this folder.
💻 El ordenador está conectado a la red.
The computer is connected to the network.
☕ Vamos a la cafetería para hablar.
Let's go to the café to talk.
🚌 El autobús llegará en cinco minutos.
The bus will arrive in five minutes.
🏢 Trabajo en un edificio cerca del parque.
I work in a building near the park.
📱 Por favor, envíame un mensaje cuando llegues.
Please send me a message when you arrive.
🗝️ Olvidé las llaves en la oficina.
I forgot the keys in the office.
📝 Necesito tomar notas de la reunión.
I need to take notes from the meeting.
🚪 La puerta está abierta, podemos entrar.
The door is open, we can go in.
Useful Verbs
Spanish Word(s)
English Word(s)
comer
to eat
beber
to drink
dormir
to sleep
viajar
to travel
hablar
to speak
Spanish Example
English Translation
📧 Voy a enviar un correo ahora mismo.
I am going to send an email right now.
📞 ¿Puedes llamar a recepción?
Can you call reception?
📅 He reservado la sala para mañana.
I have booked the room for tomorrow.
🖨️ La impresora no funciona.
The printer is not working.
🔍 Estoy buscando el archivo del cliente.
I am looking for the client's file.
🧑🏫 El profesor explicó el nuevo proyecto.
The teacher explained the new project.
🗣️ Vamos a practicar la presentación.
Let's practice the presentation.
🧾 Revisaron las facturas esta mañana.
They reviewed the invoices this morning.
🚪 Cerraron la oficina temprano hoy.
They closed the office early today.
🧳 Mañana viajo por trabajo.
Tomorrow I am traveling for work.
Useful Adjectives
Spanish Word(s)
English Word(s)
grande
big
pequeño
small
rápido
fast
lento
slow
nuevo
new
Spanish Example
English Translation
📊 La gráfica muestra resultados claros.
The graph shows clear results.
🕒 Tuvimos una reunión breve antes del almuerzo.
We had a brief meeting before lunch.
🌟 Ella dio una presentación excelente.
She gave an excellent presentation.
🗒️ Hay muchas tareas pendientes.
There are many pending tasks.
🔒 El archivo está protegido con contraseña.
The file is protected with a password.
🧑💼 Conocí a un cliente muy amable.
I met a very kind client.
🌐 Usamos una plataforma digital para compartir documentos.
We use a digital platform to share documents.
⚠️ Recibí un aviso urgente del jefe.
I received an urgent notice from the boss.
🧑🤝🧑 Hoy hubo un encuentro productivo entre equipos.
There was a productive meeting between teams today.
📬 Llegó un mensaje importante en mi bandeja de entrada.
An important message arrived in my inbox.
Expressions
Common expressions let you navigate daily interactions smoothly; focus on phrases for greetings, asking for help, and thanking.
Greetings
Spanish Example
English Translation
👋 Hola, ¿cómo estás?
Hi, how are you?
☀️ Buenos días, ¿todo bien?
Good morning, everything okay?
🌇 Buenas tardes, ¿listo para la reunión?
Good afternoon, ready for the meeting?
🌙 Buenas noches, nos vemos mañana.
Good night, see you tomorrow.
🤝 Mucho gusto, soy María.
Nice to meet you, I’m María.
Asking for Help
Spanish Example
English Translation
❓ ¿Puedes ayudarme con este documento?
Can you help me with this document?
🧑💻 No encuentro el archivo en la carpeta.
I can’t find the file in the folder.
📶 ¿Hay Wi-Fi aquí?
Is there Wi-Fi here?
🗣️ ¿Me puedes explicar este punto?
Can you explain this point to me?
🆘 Necesito ayuda con la presentación.
I need help with the presentation.
Thanks and Farewells
Spanish Example
English Translation
🙏 Gracias por tu apoyo.
Thank you for your support.
👍 Muchas gracias, lo aprecio.
Thank you very much, I appreciate it.
👋 Hasta luego, que tengas buen día.
See you later, have a good day.
📝 Nos vemos en la próxima reunión.
See you at the next meeting.
🤗 Gracias y buen trabajo a todos.
Thanks and good work to everyone.
Pronunciation
Spanish pronunciation is fairly consistent, so learning the sounds of key letters and stress patterns helps you be understood. Practice with simple words.
Key Sounds
Stress and Accent Marks
Grammar
Basic grammar gives you the tools to put vocabulary into sentences; start with how to form questions, use the present tense, and make sentences negative.
Questions
Present Tense
Negation
Practice
Regular practice turns knowledge into skill; try forming sentences with new vocabulary, speaking aloud, and using language in real situations.
Exercises
Speaking
Real-Life Use
Summary
Spanish is accessible and fun when you focus on useful vocabulary, common expressions, clear pronunciation, and basic grammar. Practice regularly to improve steadily.
