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What to Learn First as a Spanish Learner?

Written by Osmel Gelvez | Jun 13, 2024 7:15:52 PM

 

Learning spanish  as a new language can be intimidating, especially if you don’t know where to start. In this article we will discuss the best way to learn spanish, so you can start your journey to fluency.

We’ll start by looking at why learning spanish is beneficial, and then discuss the best basic vocabulary in spanish for a spanish learner to learn. We’ll also talk about the best ways to practice and master spanish for beginners to understand how to learn Spanish. ¡Aquí vamos!

 

Learn the Spanish Alphabet

Learning the Spanish alphabet is an essential part of mastering the language. To get started, I’d suggest learning the letters and sounds, as well as the basic pronunciation rules. Once you understand how the letters and sounds work, you can begin to vocalize the sounds. This will help you get a feel for the flow of the language and give you a better understanding of how the words are formed.

Once you have a handle on the alphabet and the pronunciation rules, you can start to add basic vocabulary in Spanish to your repertoire. This will give you a great foundation for conversational Spanish.

The Spanish alphabet consists of 27 letters. However, unlike the English alphabet, Spanish includes several letters with diacritical marks, such as the ñ. Each of the letters in the Spanish alphabet represent a specific sound, which is known as a phoneme. It’s important to learn the phonemes associated with each letter, as they will help you pronounce words correctly.

 

Learn Basic Pronunciation Rules

It is essential for any Spanish learner to understand the basics of pronunciation rules. With a few simple guidelines and practice, you can confidently build your Spanish-speaking skills! Let’s take a look at how to pronounce Spanish words correctly.

The most important rule is to always pronounce all of the letters. Even if a word looks like it should be pronounced differently, you must always speak each letter. For example, the word “perro” is pronounced “peh-rroh” and not “pero”. The same goes for many other words that may look like they should be pronounced one way, but are pronounced differently.

It is also important to remember that Spanish is a syllabic language.

 

Vocalizing the Sounds

Finally, it’s time to take things up a notch and start vocalizing the sounds of Spanish! This is an important step in learning the Spanish language, as our ability to properly vocalize sounds will help us correctly pronounce words. Vocalizing the sounds of Spanish is all about using your mouth and tongue to make different letter sounds and combinations of letters. It’s also about developing your ear and learning to recognize the subtle variations in sound. To get started, try out some of the basic Spanish sounds, such as “ah,” “eh,” “oh,” and “oo”. When you’re comfortable with the basics, you can move on to the more advanced sounds, such as “ll” and “rr.

 

Learn Basic Greetings and Phrases

I’m a Spanish learner, so it’s important for me to know how to greet people in different Spanish-speaking countries. Let’s start with the basics: learning basic vocabulary in Spanish. Greetings, questions, and goodbyes are essential for any a Spanish learner.

When meeting someone, it’s important to know how to say “hello” and “goodbye” in a polite and appropriate way. Being able to greet people well is one of the first steps to making a good impression.

Learning basic questions and answers in Spanish is also important.

 

Learn How to Greet People

Now that you’ve mastered the basics of the Spanish alphabet, let’s learn how to greet people. ¡Hola! (Hello!) is the most common greeting in Spanish, but there are other ways to say hello depending on the context. If you’re meeting someone for the first time, you can say Buenos días (Good morning). To say goodbye, you can say Adiós (Goodbye). If you’re saying goodbye to someone you know well, Hasta luego (See you later) is a great option. You can also add a ¡Cuídate! (Take care!) to your goodbye.

 

Learn Basic Questions and Answers

Now that you know the Spanish alphabet, it’s time to start learning basic questions and answers. Knowing some basic Spanish phrases can help you communicate with native Spanish speakers and get you from point A to point B. Questions and Answers are a great way to start building your basic Spanish vocabulary. Here, we’ll take a look at how to ask and answer questions like, “What’s your name?”, “How old are you?”, and more.

Let’s start with the basics. When you meet someone for the first time, you may want to start with a polite greeting. You can say Hola o Buenos días (Good morning). To ask someone’s name, you can say *¿Cómo te llamas?

 

Farewells

When it comes to Spanish conversation, you may find yourself in need of some polite phrases for farewells. Saying goodbye is an important part of any conversation, so it’s important to know the basics. Whether you’re saying goodbye to a friend or family member, a despedida can help make the conversation feel complete. Here are some of the most common Spanish phrases you might hear when someone is saying goodbye.

Adiós is the most common way to say goodbye in Spanish. This phrase is used more formally, like when you’re talking to someone you don’t know well, or if you’re in a professional setting.

 

Learn Basic Vocabulary

As a Spanish learner, it’s important to start by learning basic vocabulary. This includes common words and phrases, words related to everyday tasks, and colors.

I’m sure I’m not alone when I say I find it really helpful to start with the basics. It’s really satisfying to be able to understand and communicate in even the smallest way.

By learning common words and phrases, you can quickly start having basic conversations with Spanish speakers. It’s also a great way to build some confidence in your language abilities.

Learning words related to everyday tasks helps you to understand instructions and navigate situations.

 

Learn Common Words and Phrases

Ready to take the next step in your Spanish journey? Let’s get you started with learning common words and phrases! It’s time to level up your vocabulary!

Spanish may seem like a difficult language to learn, but it’s easier than you think when you take it one step at a time. There are a few key words and phrases that you can start with that will help you get by in most situations. First, let’s look at some of the basics.

The most important phrase to learn first is “¿Cómo estás?” This phrase means “How are you?” and is a great way to start a conversation.

 

Learn Words Related to Everyday Tasks

Now that you’ve learned the basics of greetings and phrases, let’s move on to Learn Words Related to Everyday Tasks. Learning common words related to everyday tasks can be incredibly useful when it comes to assuming your Spanish journey. You will be able to communicate with native Spanish speakers in multiple daily situations.

For instance, knowing how to ask for food at a restaurant or order items at the store is essential. That way, you can order your favorite dishes and items with ease. Be sure to remember some key words such as “por favor” and “gracias” to show your politeness.

Knowing how to ask for directions also comes in handy.

 

Colors

Now that you’ve learned some basic greetings and phrases, let’s move on to a fun topic: colors! A great way to learn a new language is to start learning words related to everyday things, such as colors. Learning colors is a great way to start improving your Spanish skills since you’ll likely hear them every day. Plus, it’s an easy way to practice speaking and pronunciation.

The following are some of the most common colors in Spanish:

🔵Azul: Blue

🟡Amarillo: Yellow

🔴Rojo: Red

🟢Verde: Green

🟣Morado: Purple

🟠Naranja: Orange

 

Learn Basic Spanish Grammar

Learning basic Spanish grammar is a great way to start your journey into the language. To get the basics down, you’ll need to learn some basic verbs and conjugations, as well as sentence structure. I’m here to help you get it all together!

First, let’s start with those verbs. Verbs are the foundation of Spanish and so you’ll want to get a good handle on them. I can show you how to conjugate them, and soon you’ll be able to speak in the present, past, and future tenses.

Next, you’ll want to learn some basic sentence structures.

 

Learn Basic Verbs and Conjugations

Now that you know the basics of Spanish vocabulary, it’s time to learn about Spanish verbs and conjugations. Verbs are the action words that help us express ideas, and conjugations are the way we change them to fit our needs. For example, if you wanted to say “I play”, you would say “Yo juego”. Each verb has different conjugations, depending on the subject and the tense.

Learning conjugations can be a bit tricky, but with practice it will become second nature. Start by learning the most common verbs, like “hablar” (to speak), “ir” (to go), or “comer” (to eat).

 

Learn Basic Sentence Structure

Now that you have a solid grasp on basic Spanish vocabulary, let’s move on to learn how to put all of those words together to form sentences. Learning the basic sentence structure in Spanish is quite easy and will give you the tools you need to communicate in this beautiful language.

The first thing to understand is that verbs are the most important part of a sentence. Many English sentences start with the subject, but Spanish sentences typically start with the conjugated verb. This means that the verb changes depending on the subject of the sentence. Conjugating verbs can seem intimidating, but once you get used to it, it will become second nature.

Don’t worry if it seems confusing at first.

 

Verbs

Now that you’ve learned the basic vocabulary, it’s time to move onto basic grammar! Let’s start by learning about verbs. Verbs are the action words in Spanish and they are a fundamental part of the Spanish language. In Spanish, verbs are conjugated to tell who is performing the action.

For example, the verb “hablar” (to speak) has conjugations for “yo” (I), “tú” (you), “él” (he), “nosotros” (we), “ellos” (they). Learning how to conjugate verbs in Spanish will be very helpful for you as a Spanish learner.

In conclusion, Learning Spanish can be a daunting task, but it’s incredibly rewarding. By starting with the alphabet, basic greetings and phrases, and basic vocabulary and grammar, you’ll quickly be on your way to learning the language. It’s a great way to connect with new cultures and broaden your horizons.

Plus, you’ll gain the confidence and skills necessary to communicate in Spanish.

Before you know it, you’ll be able to understand native speakers and express yourself in Spanish. With the right attitude and dedication, learning Spanish can be a fun and enriching experience. So take the time to learn the basics and enjoy the journey! You’ll be surprised at how far you can go.