Small talk in Spanish is the set of words and phrases you use to have light, casual conversations about everyday topics like the weather, your day, or interests. It helps you connect with people and keep a conversation going in a friendly way.
Common Topics
Small talk topics in Spanish include the weather, daily routines, hobbies, work or school, and weekend plans. These subjects are safe and simple to start a conversation.
Common Small Talk Topics
| Spanish Topic | English Topic |
|---|---|
| El tiempo | The weather |
| La rutina diaria | Daily routine |
| Los pasatiempos | Hobbies |
| El trabajo / la escuela | Work / school |
| Los planes para el fin de semana | Weekend plans |
Basic Questions
These are simple questions to keep a conversation going. They ask about feelings, activities, and plans in a friendly way.
Common Small Talk Questions
| Spanish Question | Example | English Question | Example |
|---|---|---|---|
| ¿Cómo estás? | ¿Cómo estás hoy? | How are you? | How are you today? |
| ¿Qué haces? | ¿Qué haces ahora? | What are you doing? | What are you doing now? |
| ¿Qué te gusta hacer? | ¿Qué te gusta hacer en tu tiempo libre? | What do you like to do? | What do you like to do in your free time? |
| ¿Tienes planes? | ¿Tienes planes para esta noche? | Do you have plans? | Do you have plans for tonight? |
| ¿Cómo estuvo tu día? | ¿Cómo estuvo tu día en el trabajo? | How was your day? | How was your day at work? |
Useful Phrases
These phrases help you respond and keep the conversation flowing. They include ways to agree, show interest, and change the topic smoothly.
Common Small Talk Phrases
| Spanish Phrase | English Phrase | Example |
|---|---|---|
| ¡Qué bien! | That’s great! | —¿Ganaste el partido? —¡Qué bien! |
| ¡Qué interesante! | That’s interesting! | —Estudio biología. —¡Qué interesante! |
| Yo también | Me too | —Me gusta el café. —Yo también. |
| ¿Y tú? | And you? | —Voy al cine. —¿Y tú? |
| Cambiando de tema… | Changing the subject… | —Cambiando de tema… ¿has ido a España? |
Tips
Small talk in Spanish is about being friendly and showing interest.
- Use polite forms like ¿Cómo está usted? in formal settings.
- Smile and use body language to show you’re engaged.
- It’s okay to keep it short—small talk is just the start!
- Practice common phrases so you feel more confident.
Small talk is a skill that gets easier with practice. ¡Buena suerte!
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- Example: —¿Ganaste el partido? —¡Qué bien!
- English Phrase: That’s great!
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Last updated: Wed Jun 18, 2025
