Calendar dates in Spanish using 'ser' AND 'estar' | A Coffee Break with Anabel
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.
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Catalanismos in Spanish | A Coffee Break with Pablo
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.
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How to use 'hacerse' in Spanish | A Coffee Break with Anabel
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.
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How to maximise your language learning every day | A Coffee Break with Mark
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. 📩 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Spanish gym vocabulary - Words for your workout | A Coffee Break with Pablo
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, click here. 📩 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Learn Spanish in coffee-break lessons from the Radio Lingua Network. In each lesson we'll focus on the language you need to know and before long you'll be making yourself understood with native Spanish speakers. Season 1 lessons are for absolute beginners, and the courses increase in difficulty as the seasons progress.386357 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.