Speaking

Survival Phrases

The exact phrases you need for real life abroad — with practice dialogues and audio, for every level.

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ALL TOPICS Greetings & Socializing Eating & Drinking Out Travel & Transport Hotels & Accommodation Shopping & Money Health & Pharmacy Banking & Daily Admin Renting & Housing Everyday Services Emergencies & Safety Work & Study

Greetings & Socializing

Meeting people, small talk, and everyday politeness.

B1

Greetings & Introductions

Use these phrases when meeting people for the first time, whether you are chatting with a new friend, greeting a colleague, or politely introducing yourself.

B1

Making Small Talk

Use these phrases to navigate everyday small talk, keep the conversation flowing naturally, and excuse yourself politely.

B1

Saying Goodbye

Use these phrases to naturally excuse yourself, say goodbye, and make future plans when leaving a gathering or meeting.

B1

Thanking & Apologizing

Learn natural ways to thank, apologize, and navigate common office interactions in Spanish without sounding like a textbook.

B1

Invitations & Making Plans

Use these phrases to navigate making plans, from the initial invitation to confirming the final details.

B1

Making Friends

Use these phrases to move past small talk, discover shared interests, and confidently suggest hanging out with someone new.

B1

Congratulations & Celebrations

Use these authentic phrases to congratulate colleagues, friends, and family on life's big milestones like birthdays, new jobs, and weddings.

B1

Talking About Family

These phrases will help you naturally discuss your family, living situation, and ask about others in both casual and polite settings.

B1

Saying No Politely

These phrases will help you politely decline invitations, offer valid excuses, and suggest alternative plans without sounding rude in Spanish.