Coffee Break Spanish

Ready for another mini Coffee Break Spanish lesson? This time, Anabel dives into one of Spain’s most fascinating festive traditions: El Gordo de Navidad, the famous Christmas lottery! 🎄💰 It’s the perfect mini lesson to discover more about Spanish culture while picking up natural language you can use right away. ✨ To keep building your Spanish skills, sign up for our Coffee Break Spanish newsletter and receive regular free mini-lessons straight to your inbox! 📩 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Transcribed - Published: 18 December 2025

Join Pablo from the Coffee Break Spanish team in another useful little espresso lesson. ☕ In this episode, he explores a set of everyday expressions that use “to be” in English but “tener” in Spanish. You’ll learn to say things like:❄️ tener frío 🍽 tener hambre 💪 tener razónand much more! These are super common expressions that every learner needs, perfect for sounding more natural in daily conversations! ➡️ Want more bite-sized Spanish lessons? Subscribe to the Coffee Break Spanish newsletter and get new content straight to your inbox! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Transcribed - Published: 11 December 2025

We’re back with another mini Coffee Break Spanish lesson to help you build natural, everyday vocabulary! ✨ In this short episode, Anabel introduces five useful Spanish words that don’t have a direct translation into English:➡️ trasnochar➡️ madrugar➡️ estrenar➡️ empalagar➡️ friolero/a Do you already know any of them? Listen to the episode to discover what they mean and how to use them naturally in conversation. 🗣️ ✅ Don’t miss out on more bite-sized lessons like this! Subscribe to the Coffee Break Spanish newsletter and get weekly language tips straight to your inbox. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Transcribed - Published: 3 December 2025

Join Mark and Pablo for this special episode of Coffee Break Spanish where we're talking about something a bit different. We receive emails and messages all the time asking us "where should I start?", so we thought we'd answer that in this episode. We share details about how Coffee Break Spanish first started back in 2006 - and all of the Spanish resources we have released since then. We hope you enjoy hearing about the history of Coffee Break, with a few secrets revealed along the way! Click here to access our secret link mentioned in the episode. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Transcribed - Published: 17 November 2025

Join Anabel from the Coffee Break Spanish team in this little espresso lesson, in which she introduces you to one of her favourite Mexican singers, Ximena Sariñana.  In this episode, you will be able to test your listening skills and improve your vocabulary with a list of words. It’s the perfect blend of culture and language learning in one short coffee break! ☕ 👉 Don’t miss out on more cultural insights, learning tips, and bonus resources like this. Subscribe to the Coffee Break Spanish newsletter and keep your Spanish moving forward, one coffee break at a time! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Transcribed - Published: 13 November 2025

We're back with a special bonus episode of the Great Coffee Break Treasure Hunt! Join us for a detailed explanation of this year's Treasure Hunt clues. Sit back, relax and enjoy listening to this episode on your next coffee break. ☕️ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Transcribed - Published: 4 November 2025

We have reached the last clue of our virtual treasure hunt - La fantástica caza del tesoro de Coffee Break de 2025 - which will lead us to the final location! Test your Spanish and detective skills as we reveal everything you need to know to determine the last destination. Remember to submit your entry form listing the location from each episode to be in with a chance of winning a prize. Click here to locate the entry form and for further details about the competition. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Transcribed - Published: 26 October 2025

It's time for the third clue of La fantástica caza del tesoro de Coffee Break de 2025, our virtual treasure hunt across Europe! Using the interesting facts we share and your language skills, see if you can you work out where checkpoint number three is. In case you missed it - everyone who correctly identifies the four mystery locations will win a free month's subscription to the Coffee Break Club. Good luck! Don't miss out on this exciting adventure! Click here for more details. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Transcribed - Published: 24 October 2025

We're back with the next episode of La fantástica caza del tesoro de Coffee Break de 2025, our virtual treasure hunt across Europe! Join us as we reveal clue number two which takes us one step closer to our final location. As we continue through this mini series we'll discover further clues to help you solve the mystery. Remember, you could be in with a chance of winning some great prizes! For further details about how you can take part in the treasure hunt and enter the competition, click here. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Transcribed - Published: 22 October 2025

Welcome to the first episode of La fantástica caza del tesoro de Coffee Break de 2025, our virtual treasure hunt across Europe! Join us in this first episode as we reveal the initial clue. As you continue through this mini series you’ll discover further clues, solve the mystery and practise your Spanish. For further details about how you can take part, click here. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Transcribed - Published: 20 October 2025

New mini-series! Starting on Monday 20th October, join Mark and the Coffee Break Spanish Team for a virtual treasure hunt across Europe, in which we'll discover clues, solve the mystery and practise our Spanish. But this is not just a language lesson – it's a competition! By taking part you could win some amazing prizes which will help you take your Spanish to the next level. For everything you need to know about this mini series and how to take part in the competition, click here. We hope you enjoy la fantástica caza del tesoro de Coffee Break 2025! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Transcribed - Published: 17 October 2025

Do you know how to translate the word ‘get’ into Spanish? This small word can be translated in many different ways, making it a big challenge for learners of Spanish. That’s why in this episode Pablo shows you how to think when translating ‘to get’, replacing it with clearer alternatives like conseguir (to achieve), recibir (to receive), or specific verbs for phrasal verbs such as levantarse (to get up) and bajar de (to get off). ✅ Don’t miss out on more bite-sized lessons like this! Subscribe to the Coffee Break Spanish newsletter and get weekly language tips straight to your inbox. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Transcribed - Published: 16 October 2025

In this episode, Pablo takes you on a journey into the world of shoes. From chanclas and tacones to navigating shoe sizes, he’ll teach you what you need for shoe shopping in Spanish 🥿🥾 You’ll also learn how to answer the question ¿Qué talla calzas? and more useful vocabulary. 👉 Want more tips and insights like this? Subscribe to the Coffee Break Spanish newsletter and make Spanish part of your weekly routine! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Transcribed - Published: 9 October 2025

In this espresso-style episode, Anabel talks about one of the trickiest parts of Spanish grammar: knowing when to use ser and when to use estar, specifically while talking about calendar dates.   She explains how we normally use ser for dates (Hoy es viernes), but how switching to estar in the nosotros form (Estamos a viernes) can sound more natural and personal in Spanish. 📅 ✅ Subscribe to the Coffee Break Spanish newsletter and discover more content like this! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Transcribed - Published: 2 October 2025

Are you ready for another espresso lesson with Pablo from Coffee Break Spanish? In this episode, we’ll have a look at catalanismos, words in Spanish that come directly from Catalan. From the word capicúa to añorar 💭, and even the curious story behind esquirol 🐿️, you’ll discover how Catalan has shaped everyday Spanish vocabulary. Along the way, Pablo shares useful examples you can start using right away. ➡️ To get more helpful content like this directly in your inbox, be sure to subscribe to the Coffee Break Spanish newsletter! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Transcribed - Published: 25 September 2025

Join Anabel from Coffee Break Spanish to explore how to use the versatile Spanish verb hacerse. From changes in profession to personal transformation, this reflexive verb appears in a variety of everyday expressions 🔄🗣️ By the end of this episode, you’ll understand the nuances of hacerse and be able to use it naturally in different contexts. ➡️ Continue building your Spanish skills and sign up for our newsletter here. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Transcribed - Published: 18 September 2025

In this espresso episode, join Mark as he shares practical tips to help you make the most of the little moments in your day and turn them into powerful opportunities for language learning! 💪 Discover how his recent trip to Slovenia taught him how his small interactions can help you build confidence and momentum in your learning. You’ll also get a taste of exclusive resources from the Coffee Break Club, our on-demand video library. The Coffee Break Club features over 1700 video lessons in French, Italian, German and Spanish, which you can access wherever you are, on our app and web platform, so that you always have a video lesson ready to accompany any time of your day. ✅ From 1st-15th September 2025, we're offering a special discount on subscriptions to the Coffee Break Club. You can get 15% off a monthly subscription or 25% off a yearly subscription. Just visit coffeebreakcourses.com/club to get your discount. Finally, sign up to our newsletter to receive regular free mini-lessons straight to your inbox: coffeebreaklanguages.com/newsletter 📩 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Transcribed - Published: 4 September 2025

Join Pablo for a coffee break, in which you'll have the chance to practise and improve your Spanish over just 10 minutes. In this episode, we’re focusing on a workout-themed mini-lesson all about Spanish gym vocabulary! 🏋️‍♀️💪  You’ll learn how to talk about: ➡️ el gimnasio➡️ calentamiento➡️ abdominales➡️ plancha➡️ and more! At the end of this episode, you'll feel confident using Spanish to describe your fitness routine! To keep building your Spanish skills, discover more content like this and receive regular free mini-lessons straight to your inbox, visit: coffeebreaklanguages.com/spanish 📩 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Transcribed - Published: 28 August 2025

In today’s espresso mini-lesson, we’re joined by Anabel from the Coffee Break Spanish team to tackle one of the most common challenges for Spanish learners: choosing between ser and estar when talking about location. 📍🤔 These two verbs both mean 'to be', but knowing when to use each is key to sounding natural in Spanish. Discover more content like this and subscribe to the Coffee Break Spanish newsletter: coffeebreaklanguages.com/spanish 🙌 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Transcribed - Published: 21 August 2025

While we're working on our next podcast series to help you improve your Spanish, we hope you enjoy this mini-lesson with Pablo. In today’s episode, we explore some typical Spanish dishes you should definitely try this summer! ☀️🍽️  You’ll learn about dishes like: ➡️ la paella ➡️ la horchata ➡️ el gazpacho andaluz ➡️ la coca de trampó Whether you're heading to Spain or just want to bring some Spanish flavour into your kitchen, this episode will leave your mouth watering and your vocabulary growing! ➡️Continue building your Spanish skills and sign up for our newsletter. Visit coffeebreaklanguages.com/spanish! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Transcribed - Published: 14 August 2025

Join Anabel from the Coffee Break Spanish team in a little espresso lesson in between the main seasons of Coffee Break Spanish. Today, we’ll have a closer look at three expressions that use the verb estar, like estar al loro. Ready to sound more like a native speaker in your next adventure? ✅ Subscribe to the Coffee Break Spanish and discover more content like this: coffeebreaklanguages.com/spanish/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Transcribed - Published: 7 August 2025

Join Mark, the founder of Coffee Break Languages, for a coffee break, in which you'll hear tips and ideas to boost your language-learning journey in just a few minutes. In this episode, Mark shares five tips to make any trip your language classroom, even if travelling is not an option for you just now. So, if you're planning a trip to a Spanish-speaking destination or want to get some tips for immersing yourself in the language even when you're at home, this episode is perfect for you.✈️🌍🗣️ ➡️ Stay inspired and receive regular language tips and free resources by signing up for our newsletter. Visit: coffeebreaklanguages.com  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Transcribed - Published: 31 July 2025

In this episode, we'll hear from Pablo from the Coffee Break Spanish team. This time, a Spanish proverb gives us the perfect opportunity to explore one of those classic Spanish grammar challenges: when to use the subjunctive vs. the indicative after the word cuando.  Now, you definitely have a better understanding of this tricky topic and feel more confident using it in context. Keep improving your Spanish by exploring more content like this and receive free lessons directly in your inbox. Visit coffeebreaklanguages.com/spanish/ 🎯 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Transcribed - Published: 24 July 2025

Would you like short, mini-episodes to keep your Spanish ticking over in between our main seasons of Coffee Break Spanish? Then we hope you enjoy this mini-lesson with Anabel! Today’s topic? The weather! ☀️🌧️ Anabel will teach you how to talk confidently about the weather in Spanish. You’ll learn useful vocabulary like:  ➡️ Hace calor / hace frío ➡️ Está lloviendo / está nevando ➡️ Hay niebla / hay tormenta ➡️ ¿Qué tiempo hace? By the end of the episode, you’ll be ready to chat about the forecast confidently! And to keep improving your Spanish, discover more content like this and get free lessons straight in your inbox, visit coffeebreaklanguages.com/spanish/ 📩 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Transcribed - Published: 17 July 2025

In the final chapter of Scenes, our course for intermediate Spanish learners, Isabel shares more about her Chicos de oro and the wonderful plans they enjoy together. ¡Son como una gran familia! Join Mark and Pablo in this last episode and take your Spanish to the next level! In Chapter 10, we’ll continue practising and reinforcing key concepts while expanding our vocabulary. For example, Mark and Pablo will explore quedarse followed by an adjective, unirse a, and interesting nouns like velada. ¡No te pierdas este último capítulo sobre el bar de Isabel y sus encantadores clients! Click here to access the premium course of Scenes, which includes access to lesson notes, vocabulary lists, exercises, quizzes (and much more!) to check your understanding. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Transcribed - Published: 5 June 2025

In Chapter 9 of Scenes, our course for intermediate Spanish learners, we return to Isabel’s café, where she welcomes a group of customers from a place that holds special meaning for her. ¿Te imaginas de dónde vienen? Join Mark and Pablo as they guide you through useful vocabulary and grammar while also introducing some of Spain’s most popular tapas. Along the way, you’ll continue expanding your knowledge and reinforcing key phrases in a fun and engaging way. Don’t miss this chance to improve your Spanish while discovering more about Spanish culture! Click here to access the premium course of Scenes, which includes access to lesson notes, vocabulary lists, exercises, quizzes (and much more!) to check your understanding. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Transcribed - Published: 29 May 2025

In Chapter 8 of Scenes, our course for intermediate Spanish learners, we return to Isabel’s café, where she witnesses an emotional and unexpected moment between a couple. No obstante, cuando se cierra una puerta, se abre una ventana. As always, Mark and Pablo will guide us through any challenging grammar and vocabulary in the text, helping to deepen our understanding of the language. This chapter introduces useful verbs like disculparse, abandonar, and quedarse helado/a. ¡No te pierdas el nuevo capítulo de Scenes y sigue avanzando en tu español! Click here to access the premium course of Scenes, which includes access to lesson notes, vocabulary lists, exercises, quizzes (and much more!) to check your understanding. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Transcribed - Published: 22 May 2025

In Chapter 7 of Scenes, our course for intermediate Spanish learners, we return to Isabel’s café and catch up with Miguel—someone we’ve met before. ¿Te acuerdas de él? Join Mark and Pablo as the story continues! As always, Mark and Pablo will guide you through key grammar points and vocabulary. In this chapter, you’ll discover the meanings of ajetreado, mono, and celestina, as well as look into ojalá, a useful subjunctive trigger. Don’t miss the latest episode of Scenes—keep improving your Spanish in a fun and engaging way! Click here to access the premium course of Scenes, which includes access to lesson notes, vocabulary lists, exercises, quizzes (and much more!) to check your understanding. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Transcribed - Published: 15 May 2025

In Chapter 6 of Scenes, our course for intermediate Spanish learners, we return to Isabel’s café and catch up with Elena, the new teacher we met in Chapter 3. ¿Cómo le va en su nuevo trabajo? ¿Ha encontrado ya piso? Join Mark and Pablo as they explore key phrases like cerquita, hoy en día, and cuesta arriba. Alongside these, you’ll continue expanding your vocabulary and reinforcing essential grammar in a natural, engaging way. Don’t miss this chance to improve your Spanish while following another chapter of Scenes! Click here to access the premium course of Scenes, which includes access to lesson notes, vocabulary lists, exercises, quizzes (and much more!) to check your understanding. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Transcribed - Published: 8 May 2025

In Chapter 5 of Scenes, our series for intermediate Spanish learners, we return to Isabel’s café, where a variety of interesting customers bring their stories to life. This time, we meet a group of lively ladies enjoying their time together. One of them has some exciting news to share—¿te imaginas qué puede ser?  As always, Mark and Pablo will guide you through useful grammar and vocabulary from the story. In this chapter, they’ll focus on the structure lo + adjective and explore intriguing uses of the subjunctive. Don’t miss the chance to improve your Spanish while enjoying another engaging chapter of Scenes! Click here to access the premium course of Scenes, which includes access to lesson notes, vocabulary lists, exercises, quizzes (and much more!) to check your understanding. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Transcribed - Published: 24 April 2025

Join Mark and Pablo for the next chapter of Scenes, our course for intermediate Spanish learners! In this chapter, a nervous man steps into Isabel’s café, dressed smartly in a suit and carrying a briefcase. ¿Adónde irá? Mark and Pablo will guide you through the vocabulary and grammar featured in the story. For example, you’ll learn how to use the verb merecer, explore demonstrative pronouns in Spanish, and understand the word ojalá. Click here to access the premium course of Scenes, which includes access to lesson notes, vocabulary lists, exercises, quizzes (and much more!) to check your understanding. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Transcribed - Published: 17 April 2025

Join Mark and Pablo for another chapter in the captivating Scenes series! In Chapter 3, we meet Elena, a new substitute teacher settling into the neighbourhood and searching for a flat. This chapter introduces practical verbs like alquilar and cubrir una baja, while giving us a closer look at the customers of Isabel’s café. Don’t miss this opportunity to improve your Spanish with an engaging story. ¡No te pierdas este capítulo! Click here to access the premium course of Scenes, which includes access to lesson notes, vocabulary lists, exercises, quizzes (and much more!) to check your understanding. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Transcribed - Published: 10 April 2025

In Chapter 2 of Scenes, our series for intermediate Spanish learners, we return to Isabel's café, where we meet the charming group of older gentlemen she affectionately calls sus Chicos de oro. This time, there’s a new, younger addition to the mix. ¿Quieres saber más? Join Mark and Pablo in this exciting new chapter! As the story continues, Mark and Pablo will draw your attention to useful grammar points and vocabulary in the text. For example, in this chapter, they’ll learn the meanings of a gusto, parar de hacer algo, and saltar a la vista. ¡No te pierdas el nuevo capítulo de Scenes y continúa mejorando tu español! Click here to access the premium course of Scenes, which includes access to lesson notes, vocabulary lists, exercises, quizzes (and much more!) to check your understanding. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Transcribed - Published: 3 April 2025

Join Mark and Pablo at the start of an engaging new story! In Chapter 1 of Scenes, our latest course for intermediate learners, we’re introduced to Isabel, her café, and its colourful array of customers. Each chapter unveils a scene from this charming café, giving us the chance to learn more about the people who walk through its doors. In this first chapter, we meet three nurses - Carmen, Míriam, and Pilar - who are unwinding at the café after their night shift at a nearby hospital. Míriam seems troubled by something, but Isabel steps in to help her feel better. Alongside the story, you’ll discover useful grammar and vocabulary, including phrases like un mal trago, echar una buena bronca, and quitar un disgusto. If this sounds like the perfect way to boost your language-learning journey, ¡no te pierdas el primer capítlo de Scenes! Click here to access the premium course of Scenes, which includes access to lesson notes, vocabulary lists, exercises and quizzes (and much more!) to check your understanding. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Transcribed - Published: 27 March 2025

We’re about to launch four brand-new intermediate Spanish language course - Scenes from the Coffee Break Café. Imagine yourself in a charming café, where the aroma of fresh coffee lingers, conversations flow, and life unfolds around every table. In this immersive new course, you’ll follow a compelling story set in a local café and build your language skills naturally through storytelling. Here’s what makes it special:10 engaging lessons, each with a new chapter in the café’s unfolding story.Authentic stories featuring café owners, regulars, and intriguing newcomers.A podcast series where you can learn anywhere, anytime!Premium course materials available, including video lessons, detailed notes, quizzes, and targeted grammar exercises to deepen your understanding.Cultural insights and real-world expressions that bring the language to life. Imagine yourself sipping a café con leche in Spain - you’ll feel like you’re right there, soaking up the language and culture in the most engaging, natural way possible. In this promo episode, we share everything you need to know about Scenes and how you can experience language learning like never before! Are you ready to step inside? Click here to pre-order the full course now and be the first to access Scenes from the Coffee Break Café on launch day - Monday, 24th March. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Transcribed - Published: 19 March 2025

It's time for the third clue of La fantástica caza del tesoro de Coffee Break de 2024, our virtual treasure hunt across Europe! Using the interesting facts provided by Pierre-Benoît and your language skills, can you work out where checkpoint number three is? In case you missed it - everyone who correctly identifies the four mystery locations will win a free month's subscription to the Coffee Break Club, as well as being entered into a prize draw to win lifetime access to our entire collection of French, German, Italian or Spanish courses! Don't miss out on this exciting adventure, click here for more details: coffeebreaklanguages.com/treasurehunt. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Transcribed - Published: 10 November 2024

It's time for the third clue of La fantástica caza del tesoro de Coffee Break de 2024, our virtual treasure hunt across Europe! Using the interesting facts provided by Anabel and your language skills, can you work out where checkpoint number three is? In case you missed it - everyone who correctly identifies the four mystery locations will win a free month's subscription to the Coffee Break Club, as well as being entered into a prize draw to win lifetime access to our entire collection of French, German, Italian or Spanish courses! Don't miss out on this exciting adventure, click here for more details: coffeebreaklanguages.com/treasurehunt. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Transcribed - Published: 8 November 2024

We're back with the next episode of La fantástica caza del tesoro de Coffee Break de 2024, our virtual treasure hunt across Europe! In this episode join Pablo and Mark as they reveal clue number two and take us one step closer to our final location. As we continue through this mini series we'll discover further clues, solve the mystery and you could be in with a chance of winning some great prizes! For further details about how you can take part in the treasure hunt and enter the competition, visit coffeebreaklanguages.com/treasurehunt.  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Transcribed - Published: 6 November 2024

Welcome to the first episode of La fantástica caza del tesoro de Coffee Break de 2024, our virtual treasure hunt across Europe! Join Pablo and Mark in this first episode as they reveal the initial clue. As you continue through this mini series you’ll discover further clues, solve the mystery and practise your Spanish. For further details about how you can take part visit coffeebreaklanguages.com/treasurehunt.  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Transcribed - Published: 4 November 2024

New mini-series!Starting on Monday 4th November, join Mark and the Coffee Break Spanish Team for a virtual treasure hunt across Europe, in which we'll discover clues, solve the mystery and practise our Spanish. But this is not just a language lesson – it's a competition, and by taking part you could win some amazing prizes for Spanish learners. For everything you need to know about this mini series and how to take part in the competition, visit coffeebreaklanguages.com/treasurehunt.We hope you enjoy la fantástica caza del tesoro de Coffee Break 2024! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Transcribed - Published: 29 October 2024

How many Spanish filler words do you know? These handy words can help you blend in with the locals when engaging in conversations. Familiarise yourself with some of them in this episode of the Coffee Break Spanish Show! Prefer to watch these lessons? You can do exactly that for free on Coffee Break TV, and download the episodes to your device so you can access them on the go. Or, you can head to our Coffee Break Spanish YouTube channel to access the video version of each podcast episode there. Remember to subscribe to our channel so that you don’t miss an episode. That's not all... each episode of the Show is accompanied by a blog article to increase your understanding of the topics covered. ➡️ Click the link to access the blog article and worksheet that accompany this lesson ⬅️ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Transcribed - Published: 1 August 2024

Expressing 'to become' in Spanish can be tricky, as four different verbs are used. In this episode of the Coffee Break Spanish Show, we help you better understand how to use them! Prefer to watch these lessons? You can do exactly that for free on Coffee Break TV, and download the episodes to your device so you can access them on the go. Or, you can head to our Coffee Break Spanish YouTube channel to access the video version of each podcast episode there. Remember to subscribe to our channel so that you don’t miss an episode. That's not all... each episode of the Show is accompanied by a blog article to increase your understanding of the topics covered. ➡️ Click the link to access the blog article and worksheet that accompany this lesson ⬅️ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Transcribed - Published: 25 July 2024

Ready to master the use of the subjunctive in Spanish? In this episode of the Coffee Break Spanish Show you will learn about using the present subjunctive conjugation and its common triggers. Prefer to watch these lessons? You can do exactly that for free on Coffee Break TV, and download the episodes to your device so you can access them on the go. Or, you can head to our Coffee Break Spanish YouTube channel to access the video version of each podcast episode there. Remember to subscribe to our channel so that you don’t miss an episode. That's not all... each episode of the Show is accompanied by a blog article to increase your understanding of the topics covered. ➡️ Click the link to access the blog article and worksheet that accompany this lesson ⬅️ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Transcribed - Published: 18 July 2024

Want to know how to order a coffee in Spanish and sound like a local anywhere you go? If so then tune into this episode of the Coffee Break Spanish Show as we share some tips you won't want to miss! Prefer to watch these lessons? You can do exactly that for free on Coffee Break TV, and download the episodes to your device so you can access them on the go. Or, you can head to our Coffee Break Spanish YouTube channel to access the video version of each podcast episode there. Remember to subscribe to our channel so that you don’t miss an episode. That's not all... each episode of the Show is accompanied by a blog article to increase your understanding of the topics covered. ➡️ Click the link to access the blog article and worksheet that accompany this lesson ⬅️ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Transcribed - Published: 11 July 2024

Have you ever wondered how to give commands in Spanish? In this episode we reveal how to use the imperative like a native speaker! Prefer to watch these lessons? You can do exactly that for free on Coffee Break TV, and download the episodes to your device so you can access them on the go. Or, you can head to our Coffee Break Spanish YouTube channel to access the video version of each podcast episode there. Remember to subscribe to our channel so that you don’t miss an episode. That's not all... each episode of the Show is accompanied by a blog article to increase your understanding of the topics covered. ➡️ Click the link to access the blog article and worksheet that accompany this lesson ⬅️ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Transcribed - Published: 4 July 2024

Are you unsure how to pronounce the letter J in Spanish? If so then this episode of the Coffee Break Spanish show is for you! We teach you how to pronounce the letter J correctly and share several practice tips! Prefer to watch these lessons? You can do exactly that for free on Coffee Break TV, and download the episodes to your device so you can access them on the go. Or, you can head to our Coffee Break Spanish YouTube channel to access the video version of each podcast episode there. Remember to subscribe to our channel so that you don’t miss an episode. That's not all... each episode of the Show is accompanied by a blog article to increase your understanding of the topics covered. ➡️ Click the link to access the blog article and worksheet that accompany this lesson ⬅️ Like the Coffee Break mugs featured in our episodes? Click here to purchase your own. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Transcribed - Published: 27 June 2024

When should you use 'por' and 'para' in Spanish? We're answering that very question in this episode of the Coffee Break Spanish Show! Join our hosts, Mark and Concha, and find out how to choose between these words. By the end of this episode you'll always know how to say 'for' in Spanish! Prefer to watch these lessons? You can do exactly that for free on Coffee Break TV, and download the episodes to your device so you can access them on the go. Or, you can head to our Coffee Break Spanish YouTube channel to access the video version of each podcast episode there. Remember to subscribe to our channel so that you don’t miss an episode. That's not all... each episode of the Show is accompanied by a blog article to increase your understanding of the topics covered. ➡️ Click the link to access the blog article and worksheet that accompany this lesson ⬅️ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Transcribed - Published: 20 June 2024

Would you like to understand how to express obligation in Spanish? Tune in to this episode of the Coffee Break Spanish Show to learn all about "deber", "tener que" and "hay que". Prefer to watch these lessons? You can do exactly that for free on Coffee Break TV, and download the episodes to your device so you can access them on the go. Or, you can head to our Coffee Break Spanish YouTube channel to access the video version of each podcast episode there. Remember to subscribe to our channel so that you don’t miss an episode. That's not all... each episode of the Show is accompanied by a blog article to increase your understanding of the topics covered. ➡️ Click the link to access the blog article and worksheet that accompany this lesson ⬅️ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Transcribed - Published: 13 June 2024

Have you ever wondered why Spanish speakers say "I have 20 years old"? Find out the reason in this episode of the Coffee Break Spanish Show! Join Concha and Mark as they share 10 useful expressions with the verb "tener" in Spanish. Prefer to watch these lessons? You can do exactly that for free on Coffee Break TV, and download the episodes to your device so you can access them on the go. Or, you can head to our Coffee Break Spanish YouTube channel to access the video version of each podcast episode there. Remember to subscribe to our channel so that you don’t miss an episode. That's not all... each episode of the Show is accompanied by a blog article to increase your understanding of the topics covered. ➡️ Click the link to access the blog article and worksheet that accompany this lesson ⬅️ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Transcribed - Published: 6 June 2024

We're back with Season 2 of the Coffee Break Spanish Show! In this podcast series we help you take your intermediate Spanish to the next level, one coffee break at a time. In this 10-episode series we cover a range of topics to help you deepen your understanding of tricky grammar, broaden your vocabulary, and improve your pronunciation. You'll sound like a native speaker in no time! In the first episode of our second season we are talking about the upside down question mark and where to place it in a sentence. Join Concha and Mark as they discuss when to put the accent on the question words and how the meaning of a sentence can change if the question word doesn't have an accent. Prefer to watch these lessons? You can do exactly that for free on Coffee Break TV, and download the episodes to your device so you can access them on the go. Or, you can head to our Coffee Break Spanish YouTube channel to access the video version of each podcast episode there. Remember to subscribe to our channel so that you don’t miss an episode. That's not all... each episode of the Show is accompanied by a blog article to increase your understanding of the topics covered. ➡️ Click here to access the blog article and worksheet that accompany this lesson ⬅️ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Transcribed - Published: 30 May 2024