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'Hello' in Spanish

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Spanish

Romance Family
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Gendered Language
Spanish, a Romance language derived from Latin, is spoken by over 500 million native speakers worldwide, primarily in Spain, Latin America, and parts of the U.S. and Africa. Known for its clear pronunciation and rhythmic flow, it uses the Latin alphabet with the additional letter "ñ." Spanish grammar features gendered nouns (masculine and feminine), complex verb conjugations, and a relatively flexible word order. Its vocabulary has absorbed influences from Arabic, Indigenous American languages, and others, contributing to diverse regional variations. As the official language of 20 countries, including Mexico, Argentina, and Spain, Spanish is a global language of culture, literature, and communication.

Flashcards

return
SPA Verb 544

volver

return

To come back to a place or person.

department
SPA Noun 535

departamento

department

A division of a large organization that deals with a specific area of activity.

effort
SPA Noun 529

esfuerzo

effort

A determined attempt to do something.

term
SPA Noun 605

término

term

A word or expression used to describe something.

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Carmen

Studying Spanish literature
Female
20
Madrid, Spain
Student
Expressive
dancing, reading, biking
Spanish

Sofia

Rehearsing for a show
Female
32
Madrid, Spain
Dancer
Passionate
flamenco, cooking, traveling
Spanish

Javier

Teaching Spanish verbs in Madrid
Male
36
Madrid, Spain
Language teacher
Expressive
flamenco, cooking, traveling

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