https://vocabli.app/spanish Slow, native-speaker Spanish lessons from real podcasts. New episodes regularly. Interactive transcripts, vocabulary, spaced-repetition flashcards. es-ES Thu, 02 Jul 2026 06:42:13 +0000 Vocabli Carabain Digital false https://vocabli.app/spanish/what-not-to-do-in-spain-to-respect-local-culture-and-customs-8c1432 https://vocabli.app/spanish/what-not-to-do-in-spain-to-respect-local-culture-and-customs-8c1432 Thu, 02 Jul 2026 05:28:16 +0000 Avoid bañador or chanclas in cities, tipping confusion, shouting, skipping queues, or ignoring meal times—respect local customs in Barcelona, Valencia and Spain. 00:12:37 https://vocabli.app/spanish/best-resources-to-study-the-dialect-spoken-in-spain-822334 https://vocabli.app/spanish/best-resources-to-study-the-dialect-spoken-in-spain-822334 Wed, 01 Jul 2026 05:30:01 +0000 Find slow clear audio, Madrid news sites, grammar guides and exercises to study the dialect of Spain; tips on pronunciations like zumo, caña, vosotros. 00:13:42 https://vocabli.app/spanish/order-coffee-ask-directions-35-minute-phrase-tips-38a40a https://vocabli.app/spanish/order-coffee-ask-directions-35-minute-phrase-tips-38a40a Tue, 30 Jun 2026 05:33:27 +0000 35-minute tips with Carlos and Maria for everyday phrases: ordering coffee, asking directions, and shopping using slow, clear speech and practical examples. 00:15:22 https://vocabli.app/spanish/50-sophisticated-phrases-to-elevate-your-commute-speech-020671 https://vocabli.app/spanish/50-sophisticated-phrases-to-elevate-your-commute-speech-020671 Mon, 29 Jun 2026 05:24:51 +0000 50 sophisticated phrases for your bus, metro, or walking commute - connectors, softeners and negotiation lines (e.g., por lo visto; a decir verdad). 00:11:39 https://vocabli.app/spanish/100-core-words-to-handle-supermarket-bus-and-basics-28c0fa https://vocabli.app/spanish/100-core-words-to-handle-supermarket-bus-and-basics-28c0fa Sun, 28 Jun 2026 05:22:34 +0000 100 core words: quiero, por favor, aquí, gracias, ¿Cuánto cuesta? Use them to navigate supermarkets, buses, cafes and quick everyday messages. 00:10:37 https://vocabli.app/spanish/everyday-phrases-for-cafes-shops-and-asking-directions-b2cfa2 https://vocabli.app/spanish/everyday-phrases-for-cafes-shops-and-asking-directions-b2cfa2 Sat, 27 Jun 2026 05:20:48 +0000 Practical sentences for ordering at a café, shopping, and asking directions, with phrases like Por favor, Para llevar and ¿Cuánto es? for everyday use. 00:09:05 https://vocabli.app/spanish/how-to-decide-when-to-switch-languages-in-social-settings-7d7837 https://vocabli.app/spanish/how-to-decide-when-to-switch-languages-in-social-settings-7d7837 Fri, 26 Jun 2026 05:27:16 +0000 Carlos and Maria explain when to switch languages in social settings, offering practical phrases, micro-prompts, and a checklist for inclusive bilingual turns. 00:14:23 https://vocabli.app/spanish/50-native-driving-phrases-for-madrid-airports-rentals-15fe02 https://vocabli.app/spanish/50-native-driving-phrases-for-madrid-airports-rentals-15fe02 Thu, 25 Jun 2026 05:24:34 +0000 50 native driving phrases for getting directions, airport pickups, roundabouts, rentals, parking and car trouble—practical expressions used in Madrid and travel. 00:11:15 https://vocabli.app/spanish/how-to-start-conversations-70-phrases-for-cafes-travel-02844b https://vocabli.app/spanish/how-to-start-conversations-70-phrases-for-cafes-travel-02844b Wed, 24 Jun 2026 05:33:55 +0000 Carlos and Maria model 70 essential phrases for cafés, shops, and transit, using slow, clear speech and lines like “¿Dónde está?” and “La cuenta, por favor”. 00:12:46 https://vocabli.app/spanish/avoid-common-errors-like-estoy-calor-and-tengo-calor-9729f5 https://vocabli.app/spanish/avoid-common-errors-like-estoy-calor-and-tengo-calor-9729f5 Tue, 23 Jun 2026 05:25:26 +0000 Fix errors like 'estoy calor' by using correct chunks ('tengo calor', 'frases hechas'), avoiding literal translations, and practicing real phrases such as 'un café con hielo'. 00:10:03 https://vocabli.app/spanish/ser-vs-estar-por-vs-para-polite-requests-and-slang-7fb6e3 https://vocabli.app/spanish/ser-vs-estar-por-vs-para-polite-requests-and-slang-7fb6e3 Mon, 22 Jun 2026 05:32:31 +0000 Practical rules for using ser vs estar, por vs para, object pronouns, polite requests, slang like está chévere, and tricks like 'se me olvidó'. 00:14:09 https://vocabli.app/spanish/shortcuts-to-speaking-confidently-in-everyday-situations-67875b https://vocabli.app/spanish/shortcuts-to-speaking-confidently-in-everyday-situations-67875b Sun, 21 Jun 2026 05:26:37 +0000 Practical shortcuts to speak confidently in cafés, shops and conversations — memorize blocks, use phrases like '¿Puedo pagar con tarjeta?' and 'tengo calor'. 00:13:06 https://vocabli.app/spanish/when-ya-and-manana-mean-now-later-or-never-explained-2c4d7e https://vocabli.app/spanish/when-ya-and-manana-mean-now-later-or-never-explained-2c4d7e Sat, 20 Jun 2026 05:32:57 +0000 Examples show how ya, mañana, sobremesa, estrenar, quedar and vergüenza ajena shift meaning based on tone and context in everyday conversations. 00:14:35 https://vocabli.app/spanish/ilusion-verguenza-ajena-sobremesa-deeper-feelings-8530e8 https://vocabli.app/spanish/ilusion-verguenza-ajena-sobremesa-deeper-feelings-8530e8 Fri, 19 Jun 2026 05:30:09 +0000 Explore how words like ilusión, vergüenza ajena, morriña, sobremesa and apapachar convey nuanced emotions, when to use them and common usage pitfalls. 00:12:29 https://vocabli.app/spanish/when-to-speak-the-local-language-in-cafes-stores-and-transit-bc1ef5 https://vocabli.app/spanish/when-to-speak-the-local-language-in-cafes-stores-and-transit-bc1ef5 Thu, 18 Jun 2026 05:30:41 +0000 Practical tips from Carlos on when to use the local language in cafes, stores, and transit, how to code-switch, and polite phrases like “¿Te va bien?”. 00:13:27 https://vocabli.app/spanish/roleplay-scenarios-ordering-coffee-shopping-asking-help-0a6885 https://vocabli.app/spanish/roleplay-scenarios-ordering-coffee-shopping-asking-help-0a6885 Wed, 17 Jun 2026 05:24:19 +0000 CARLOS and MARIA roleplay ordering coffee, shopping, paying by card, and asking for directions with slow, clear dialogues for real-life practice. 00:09:53 https://vocabli.app/spanish/avoid-common-speaking-mistakes-ordering-age-emails-969cb6 https://vocabli.app/spanish/avoid-common-speaking-mistakes-ordering-age-emails-969cb6 Tue, 16 Jun 2026 05:24:20 +0000 Carlos and Maria explain how to stop literal translations and fix errors like 'soy 20 años' or 'puedo tener un agua' when ordering, emailing, or chatting. 00:10:24 https://vocabli.app/spanish/funny-mix-ups-embarazada-caliente-carlos-y-maria-ca3d48 https://vocabli.app/spanish/funny-mix-ups-embarazada-caliente-carlos-y-maria-ca3d48 Mon, 15 Jun 2026 05:32:32 +0000 Carlos and María share funny conversation mix-ups like 'embarazada', 'caliente' and 'me gusta', with corrections and quick tips to avoid awkward moments. 00:14:02 https://vocabli.app/spanish/10-minute-daily-plan-to-practice-phrases-with-carlos-y-maria-02d929 https://vocabli.app/spanish/10-minute-daily-plan-to-practice-phrases-with-carlos-y-maria-02d929 Sun, 14 Jun 2026 05:27:40 +0000 Actionable daily routines and phrase blocks—like ¿Cuánto es? and me pones—for ordering at a café or chatting with a neighbor, using 10 minutes a day. 00:12:25 https://vocabli.app/spanish/fast-track-your-speaking-with-cafe-phrases-and-routines-433d8e https://vocabli.app/spanish/fast-track-your-speaking-with-cafe-phrases-and-routines-433d8e Sat, 13 Jun 2026 05:24:53 +0000 Practical strategies from Carlos and Maria to speed progress: use phrase blocks, 15-minute daily routines, and café phrases like '¿Me pones un café con leche?'. 00:10:17 https://vocabli.app/spanish/order-at-a-cafe-pronunciation-tips-with-maria-y-carlos-ed55cd https://vocabli.app/spanish/order-at-a-cafe-pronunciation-tips-with-maria-y-carlos-ed55cd Fri, 12 Jun 2026 05:27:35 +0000 María and Carlos share quick pronunciation tips and everyday phrases to order at a café, introduce yourself, and use lines like “¿puedes repetir, por favor?”. 00:10:38 https://vocabli.app/spanish/ask-for-common-kitchen-items-during-an-airbnb-stay-4f1bbf https://vocabli.app/spanish/ask-for-common-kitchen-items-during-an-airbnb-stay-4f1bbf Thu, 11 Jun 2026 05:29:36 +0000 Slow, clear phrases and a short quiz to request kitchen items in an Airbnb: nevera, sartén, cafetera, sacacorchos, tabla de cortar, and more. 00:10:55 https://vocabli.app/spanish/when-to-use-bien-vs-bueno-muy-vs-mucho-por-vs-para-65f8e8 https://vocabli.app/spanish/when-to-use-bien-vs-bueno-muy-vs-mucho-por-vs-para-65f8e8 Wed, 10 Jun 2026 05:33:57 +0000 Clear rules for using Spanish words like bien, bueno, muy, mucho, por vs. para, ya and porque in everyday phrases and roleplays for natural conversation. 00:13:08 https://vocabli.app/spanish/first-words-for-toddlers-hola-gracias-por-favor-cad930 https://vocabli.app/spanish/first-words-for-toddlers-hola-gracias-por-favor-cad930 Tue, 09 Jun 2026 05:29:49 +0000 Ten essential toddler words and phrases: hola, gracias, por favor, agua, más, ayuda, quiero. Useful for snacks, baths, playtime and asking for help. 00:12:04 https://vocabli.app/spanish/move-from-reading-novels-to-smooth-cafe-conversations-f30ae5 https://vocabli.app/spanish/move-from-reading-novels-to-smooth-cafe-conversations-f30ae5 Mon, 08 Jun 2026 05:29:18 +0000 Turn strong reading into natural, confident speech in casual settings. Use fillers, follow-ups, chunked phrases and simple strategies for fluid café talk. 00:13:26 https://vocabli.app/spanish/recover-from-funny-speaking-mistakes-like-im-pregnant-ccf545 https://vocabli.app/spanish/recover-from-funny-speaking-mistakes-like-im-pregnant-ccf545 Sun, 07 Jun 2026 05:25:50 +0000 Common speaking blunders—such as saying 'I'm pregnant' when you mean 'I'm excited'—with polite corrections, quick recovery lines, and real-conversation examples. 00:12:25 https://vocabli.app/spanish/12-word-sequence-to-sound-fluent-carlos-maria-in-a-cafe-c00ee1 https://vocabli.app/spanish/12-word-sequence-to-sound-fluent-carlos-maria-in-a-cafe-c00ee1 Sat, 06 Jun 2026 05:22:33 +0000 Carlos and Maria show a 12-word sequence to sound fluent in café exchanges, using core words for ordering, asking where, saying thanks and responding. 00:09:57 https://vocabli.app/spanish/proven-ways-experienced-learners-boost-speaking-confidence-f0d6f7 https://vocabli.app/spanish/proven-ways-experienced-learners-boost-speaking-confidence-f0d6f7 Fri, 05 Jun 2026 05:29:44 +0000 Carlos and María share daily routines, ordering in a café, using series with subtitles, partner calls and intercambio rules to build conversation confidence. 00:12:09 https://vocabli.app/spanish/resources-to-sound-natural-when-speaking-in-spain-tips-d13f39 https://vocabli.app/spanish/resources-to-sound-natural-when-speaking-in-spain-tips-d13f39 Thu, 04 Jun 2026 05:31:06 +0000 Carlos and María explain choosing authentic resources from Spain: dictionaries, series, pronunciation practice and recording tips to sound natural. 00:14:17 https://vocabli.app/spanish/common-spanish-fillers-bueno-pues-o-sea-a-ver-vale-aa32cf https://vocabli.app/spanish/common-spanish-fillers-bueno-pues-o-sea-a-ver-vale-aa32cf Wed, 03 Jun 2026 05:20:12 +0000 Explains how native speakers use filler words like bueno, pues, o sea, a ver, vale and when to use them in cafés, calls, presentations and everyday chats. 00:08:01 https://vocabli.app/spanish/filler-words-that-make-you-sound-fluent-in-conversation-d80e78 https://vocabli.app/spanish/filler-words-that-make-you-sound-fluent-in-conversation-d80e78 Tue, 02 Jun 2026 05:30:22 +0000 Use fillers like pues, bueno, o sea, a ver and vale to smooth pauses, signal thinking (mmm, ¿sabes?) and connect ideas naturally in cafés, meetings and chats. 00:11:46 https://vocabli.app/spanish/50-native-commute-phrases-to-use-on-your-daily-ride-c16389 https://vocabli.app/spanish/50-native-commute-phrases-to-use-on-your-daily-ride-c16389 Mon, 01 Jun 2026 05:25:01 +0000 50 native phrases for bus, metro, and car commutes: expressions for delays, transfers, traffic, asking to pass, meeting points, and quick calls. 00:11:00 https://vocabli.app/spanish/eloquent-words-sobremesa-antojo-estrenar-verguenza-ajena-a8fe06 https://vocabli.app/spanish/eloquent-words-sobremesa-antojo-estrenar-verguenza-ajena-a8fe06 Sun, 31 May 2026 05:20:30 +0000 Why words like sobremesa, antojo, estrenar and vergüenza ajena pack cultural meaning and express feelings concisely where English alternatives often fall short. 00:10:22 https://vocabli.app/spanish/word-streams-speak-more-fluently-with-short-phrases-b22777 https://vocabli.app/spanish/word-streams-speak-more-fluently-with-short-phrases-b22777 Sat, 30 May 2026 05:30:54 +0000 Carlos and Maria show how word streams and short phrases improve fluency, with examples like phone reservations and presenting ideas in meetings. 00:12:03 https://vocabli.app/spanish/which-words-to-start-with-cafes-shopping-questions-1d58a3 https://vocabli.app/spanish/which-words-to-start-with-cafes-shopping-questions-1d58a3 Fri, 29 May 2026 05:34:59 +0000 Carlos and Maria outline where to start and how to expand everyday vocabulary: café phrases like 'Me lo llevo', supermarket words, word families, and questions. 00:12:23 https://vocabli.app/spanish/meanings-of-sobremesa-estrenar-and-empalagar-c666d9 https://vocabli.app/spanish/meanings-of-sobremesa-estrenar-and-empalagar-c666d9 Thu, 28 May 2026 09:35:25 +0000 Carlos and Maria unpack sobremesa, estrenar, empalagar and vergüenza ajena—terms for post-meal chats, first-time use, intense sweetness and social embarrassment. 00:11:34 2 https://vocabli.app/spanish/how-to-describe-fruit-tastes-and-ripeness-at-a-fruteria-8f290d https://vocabli.app/spanish/how-to-describe-fruit-tastes-and-ripeness-at-a-fruteria-8f290d Thu, 28 May 2026 09:35:21 +0000 Carlos and Maria name fruits and tastes (dulce, ácido, amargo) and show how to ask “¿Está maduro?” or “¿Cómo sabe?” at the frutería. Also price and ripeness. 00:11:11 15 https://vocabli.app/spanish/when-soy-frio-vs-tengo-frio-causes-awkward-moments-21937a https://vocabli.app/spanish/when-soy-frio-vs-tengo-frio-causes-awkward-moments-21937a Tue, 26 May 2026 05:42:16 +0000 Carlos and María explain why 'soy frío' sounds like 'cold‑hearted' vs 'tengo frío' ('I'm cold'), plus 'estoy embarazado' and 'estoy caliente' mishaps at a terrace. 00:10:36 https://vocabli.app/spanish/common-english-speaker-errors-depende-de-me-pones-51d6bd https://vocabli.app/spanish/common-english-speaker-errors-depende-de-me-pones-51d6bd Mon, 25 May 2026 05:26:16 +0000 How to avoid English-speaker errors with phrases like 'depende de', 'tomar una decisión', ordering with 'me pones', plus 'entrar en' and 'solicitar un trabajo'. 00:11:08 https://vocabli.app/spanish/5-minute-dictations-and-roleplay-to-boost-daily-fluency-e6c436 https://vocabli.app/spanish/5-minute-dictations-and-roleplay-to-boost-daily-fluency-e6c436 Sun, 24 May 2026 05:56:37 +0000 Use 5-minute dictations, quick roleplays, mini-tests and targeted error checks while commuting, cooking, or relaxing to speed up speaking and listening. 00:10:53 https://vocabli.app/spanish/polite-bakery-cafe-phrases-with-carlos-and-maria-fd40df https://vocabli.app/spanish/polite-bakery-cafe-phrases-with-carlos-and-maria-fd40df Sat, 23 May 2026 05:31:09 +0000 Carlos and María use polite lines to order bread or coffee, ask '¿Dónde está el baño?', request 'La cuenta, por favor' and say 'Con permiso' at cafés. 00:10:25 https://vocabli.app/spanish/currar-pasta-guay-and-phrases-used-in-madrid-vs-cdmx-d53f96 https://vocabli.app/spanish/currar-pasta-guay-and-phrases-used-in-madrid-vs-cdmx-d53f96 Fri, 22 May 2026 05:33:58 +0000 Compare colloquial words currar, pasta, guay and phrases estar al loro, flipar — when they're natural in Madrid vs Ciudad de México and when to avoid them. 00:12:39 https://vocabli.app/spanish/why-pajita-vs-popote-changes-across-regional-accents-5e4fda https://vocabli.app/spanish/why-pajita-vs-popote-changes-across-regional-accents-5e4fda Thu, 21 May 2026 05:40:40 +0000 Explains why 'pajita' vs 'popote' and 'barra de pan' vs 'bollo' differ, how R sounds shift by region, and when local vocabulary replaces standard terms. 00:14:55 https://vocabli.app/spanish/15-idioms-estar-en-las-nubes-and-everyday-local-phrases-4de168 https://vocabli.app/spanish/15-idioms-estar-en-las-nubes-and-everyday-local-phrases-4de168 Wed, 20 May 2026 05:47:57 +0000 Fifteen everyday idioms — estar en las nubes, echar leña al fuego, ponerse las pilas, meter la pata, ser pan comido — with meanings and usage in conversations. 00:13:22 https://vocabli.app/spanish/when-natives-say-menos-mal-venga-and-no-pasa-nada-0c41e6 https://vocabli.app/spanish/when-natives-say-menos-mal-venga-and-no-pasa-nada-0c41e6 Tue, 19 May 2026 05:30:25 +0000 Use 'menos mal' for relief; 'venga' to urge or agree; 'no pasa nada' to dismiss mishaps. Also covers muletillas and quick ser vs estar tips for chat. 00:12:15 https://vocabli.app/spanish/la-cuenta-donde-esta-el-bano-useful-travel-phrases-202f18 https://vocabli.app/spanish/la-cuenta-donde-esta-el-bano-useful-travel-phrases-202f18 Mon, 18 May 2026 05:34:32 +0000 Key travel lines: 'La cuenta, por favor', '¿Dónde está el baño?', 'Tengo una reserva', '¿Puede hablar más despacio?' Tips for taxis, dining, and calling 112. 00:12:34 https://vocabli.app/spanish/when-to-use-pensar-en-vs-pensar-de-and-false-friends-3478fd https://vocabli.app/spanish/when-to-use-pensar-en-vs-pensar-de-and-false-friends-3478fd Sun, 17 May 2026 05:20:20 +0000 Clear tips to use pensar en vs pensar de, when to say estoy caliente vs tengo calor, using actualmente vs de hecho, and correct embarazada usage. 00:08:46 https://vocabli.app/spanish/platano-aguacate-and-frutilla-market-phrases-explained-c7d8a1 https://vocabli.app/spanish/platano-aguacate-and-frutilla-market-phrases-explained-c7d8a1 Sat, 16 May 2026 06:40:46 +0000 Carlos and Maria name plátano, aguacate/palta, frutilla, melocotón and practice market phrases (¿Cuánto cuesta?, medio kilo) plus fruta vs. fruto. 00:11:04 8 https://vocabli.app/spanish/use-o-sea-a-ver-and-para-llevar-in-conversation-e9efab https://vocabli.app/spanish/use-o-sea-a-ver-and-para-llevar-in-conversation-e9efab Sat, 16 May 2026 06:40:41 +0000 Use 'o sea', 'a ver' and 'para llevar' to speak more naturally. Build sentence-level flow paso a paso—practice while cooking, commuting or ordering food to go. 00:16:06 7 https://vocabli.app/spanish/essential-travel-and-cafe-phrases-to-master-in-10-minutes-ec6be9 https://vocabli.app/spanish/essential-travel-and-cafe-phrases-to-master-in-10-minutes-ec6be9 Sat, 16 May 2026 06:40:36 +0000 Practice greetings, café orders, asking directions and paying the bill with slow, repeatable phrases for travel and daily conversations in 10 minutes. 00:12:27 6