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Scene illustrating a Mexican Spanish-language basic expressions conversation

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

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Yes

💬 Used similarly as in English with a slight upward intonation.

🇲🇽 Nodding along with saying 'Sí' adds positive body language.

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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.

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🙏

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.

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🙏

Gracias

grah-see-ahs

Thank you

💬 Roll the 'r' slightly for an authentic touch.

🇲🇽 Saying 'Gracias' even for small favors shows good manners.

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😊🙌

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.

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🙏

Disculpe

dees-kool-peh

Excuse me

💬 Useful to get attention or apologize slightly.

🇲🇽 Perfect for polite interruptions.

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🙏😔

Lo siento

loh see-ehn-toh

Sorry

💬 A heartfelt apology, similar to English.

🇲🇽 Use 'Lo siento' to express genuine regret.

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🤔🔢❓

¿cuánto/cuántos?

kwahn-toh kwahn-tos

How much/many?

💬 Add 'cuesta' or 'valen' for asking prices.

🇲🇽 Bargaining is common, but remember to be polite.

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🆘❓

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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