
Key Phrases
¿Dónde está el baño?
Where is the restroom?
¿Podrías explicar de nuevo?
Could you explain again?
¿Tienes WI-FI?
Do you have WIFI?
Skills You'll Learn
Asking for assistance
Pedir ayuda
Understanding requests
Entender solicitudes
Locating facilities
Localizar instalaciones
Lesson Vocabulary & Phrases
Sí
see
Yes
💬 Used similarly as in English with a slight upward intonation.
🇲🇽 Nodding along with saying 'Sí' adds positive body language.
See breakdown →No
noh
No
💬 Like English, 'No' is straightforward but try not to sound too harsh.
🇲🇽 Politeness is key, so a smile while saying 'No' can soften the response.
See breakdown →Por favor
poor fah-vohr
Please
💬 Used at the end of a request, similar to English.
🇲🇽 Politeness is highly valued, especially when asking for help.
See breakdown →Gracias
grah-see-ahs
Thank you
💬 Roll the 'r' slightly for an authentic touch.
🇲🇽 Saying 'Gracias' even for small favors shows good manners.
See breakdown →De nada
deh nah-dah
You're welcome
💬 Literally means 'Of nothing', implying no problem.
🇲🇽 Accompanied with a nod or a smile, 'De nada' is a warm response.
See breakdown →Disculpe
dees-kool-peh
Excuse me
💬 Useful to get attention or apologize slightly.
🇲🇽 Perfect for polite interruptions.
See breakdown →Lo siento
loh see-ehn-toh
Sorry
💬 A heartfelt apology, similar to English.
🇲🇽 Use 'Lo siento' to express genuine regret.
See breakdown →¿cuánto/cuántos?
kwahn-toh kwahn-tos
How much/many?
💬 Add 'cuesta' or 'valen' for asking prices.
🇲🇽 Bargaining is common, but remember to be polite.
See breakdown →Ayúdame
ah-yoo-dah-meh
Help me
💬 Dearer than 'Necesito ayuda', like calling a friend.
🇲🇽 In emergencies, it's crucial to speak clearly.
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