30 Spanish greetings (that native speakers actually use)

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More interesting ways to say “hello” in Spanish! Anyone who hasn’t been living under a rock can say “hello” and “hi” in Spanish – it’s easy! If you really want to set yourself apart as a Spanish conversational master, “hola” just won’t cut it. So, here are some Spanish greetings that native speakers actually use. … Read more

11 ways to ask “where is the bathroom?” in Spanish

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Different ways to ask for the bathroom in Spanish If you are planning on travelling abroad, “where’s the bathroom” is one phrase that you absolutely don’t want to miss! If you get stuck somewhere needing to ask for a restroom and you don’t remember how, you may have to resort to miming it – and … Read more

15 ways to say “How was your day?” in Spanish

How to ask someone about their day in Spanish Embarking on a linguistic exploration that transcends the boundaries of everyday conversation, this article unveils an array of expressions for asking the ubiquitous question, “How was your day?” in the expressive and vibrant language of Spanish. Recognizing that the nuances of inquiring about one’s day extend … Read more

20 ways to tell someone to GET OUT OF YOUR WAY in Spanish

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”Move out of my way!” in Spanish We like to think that all of our interactions with strangers in foreign countries will be polite and positive. But sometimes, that is not the case, and you might need to ask (or tell) someone to get out of your way! There are many different ways you can … Read more

How to ask someone to stop in Spanish

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STOP! (in Spanish) The most common way to tell someone to stop doing something in Spanish is to use the verb “dejar”. But there are actually several ways to ask someone to stop. “Parar” is another synonym that you will sometimes hear. It is used in various contexts such as stopping or interrupting an event … Read more

14 ways to wish someone a Happy Birthday in Spanish

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How do you say “happy birthday” in Spanish? If you’ve ever been to a birthday party for someone that speaks Spanish, you have probably heard a lot of people saying “¡Feliz Cumpleaños!” But, that is just one of the ways to wish someone a happy birthday in Spanish. Cumpleaños is itself an interesting word. It’s … Read more

How to say the names of the holidays in Spanish

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How to say the holidays in Spanish Below is a list of the Spanish names for major holidays and celebrations. These are often common topics of conversation in Spanish (or any language, really). So, by familiarizing yourself with them, you are preparing yourself for a variety of small talk situations. This is a list of … Read more

Talking to the police in Spanish

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How to talk to the police in Spanish We all hope that it never happens – particularly while on vacation – but there may come a time when you’re traveling and you need to get the police involved. Maybe there’s an accident or an injury, maybe you’re the victim of a crime. It’s not extremely … Read more

15 ways to turn somebody down politely in Spanish

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How to decline an invitation in Spanish Refusing politely in Spanish is a fine art. You want to be firm without hurting anybody’s feelings. Navigating the delicate art of gracefully declining an invitation or expressing disinterest is an essential aspect of effective communication, and this article delves into the nuanced world of politely turning somebody … Read more