Hola

'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

friend
SPA Noun 229

amigo

friend

A person with whom one has a bond of mutual affection and trust; a trusted companion.

part
SPA Noun 182

parte

part

A piece or portion of a whole.

old
SPA Adjective 173

antiguo

old

Having lived for a long time; not young.

look
SPA Verb 80

mirar

look

To direct one’s eyes in order to see.

Agents

Spanish

Javier

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

Sofia

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

Carmen

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

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