PrettyFluent
This is just a lesson preview. Get the interactive lesson free on PrettyFluent
➡️☕

How to Say ‘Next to the café’ in Spain Spanish

Junto al café

HOON-toh ahl kah-FEH

[HOON-toh ahl kah-FEH]

💬 Usage Tip: [Junto a] means "next to," and [a + el] becomes [al]. So you get [junto al café], but [junto a la puerta].

Phrase Breakdown

Junto

[HOON-toh]

next to

Shows location immediately beside something.

Example

Estoy junto al taxi azul.

I am next to the blue taxi.

al

[ahl]

to the

Contraction of a + el, used with masculine singular nouns after movement or location expressions.

Example

Voy al hotel ahora.

I am going to the hotel now.

café

[kah-FEH]

café

Coffee shop; a useful landmark when giving directions.

Example

El café está en la esquina.

The café is on the corner.

Get the Full Learning Experience

This lesson is just a preview. Download PrettyFluent to practice pronunciation, roleplay conversations, and master vocabulary with spaced repetition.

Pronunciation Feedback

AI-powered speech recognition to perfect your accent

Spaced Repetition

Retain vocabulary long-term with smart practice

Immersive Roleplaying

Practice real conversations with AI partners

Custom Scenarios

Request lessons tailored to your specific needs

Download PrettyFluent on the App StoreGet Full Lesson

What Learners Are Saying

This app is my secret weapon in Barcelona! Just enough to go about daily life and no more feeling lost or helpless while my husband and I live abroad.

Michelle C., 30, Mom of Two

I spent a month backpacking through Colombia and this app was a lifesaver. The scenario-based lessons meant I could handle real situations from day one.

Rachel T., 26, Travel Blogger

I tried five different apps before this one. The roleplay conversations are what finally made things click. I actually remember what I learn now.

Sofia R., 31, Marketing Manager