This week’s Coffee Break French deals with hiring a car in a French-speaking area. Like our last episode, this lesson focuses on using the language we’ve been working on recently in a practical context. Please note that lesson 29 of Season 2 was originally known as lesson 69 of Coffee Break French. We have renumbered
Shopping can be a delightful experience, especially when you get to practice a new language. For beginner learners, understanding key Spanish shopping vocabulary can make your experience more enjoyable and less stressful. In this blog article, we’ll explore essential phrases and words to help you navigate stores and markets in Spanish-speaking countries. Whether you’re a
It’s time to put the language we’ve been learning into practice and return to some transactional situations, this time equipped with a thorough understanding of how the language works. In this week’s show Mark and Anna discuss travelling by taxi in French, and use the constructions and expressions learned in recent weeks within this context.
For beginner learners of Spanish, knowing how to use a map and ask about tourist attractions is essential, specially when visiting small villages in Spanish speaking countries. That’s why this blog post will guide you through some useful phrases and vocabulary, organised by topic, to help you use a map in Spanish and explore like
In this week’s lesson we’re building on the verbal constructions we’ve been learning over the past few weeks and introducing the phrase après avoir fait quelque chose. This lesson also explains what happens when an être verb is used with this construction. Please note that lesson 27 of Season 2 was originally known as lesson
For anyone learning Spanish, food-related vocabulary is an essential part of making the most of travels, especially when it comes to breakfast. So, how do you say ‘breakfast’ in Spanish? It’s desayuno. Beyond vocabulary, ordering breakfast confidently in a Spanish-speaking country means knowing a few useful phrases and understanding typical local breakfasts. Read on to
In this lesson we’re covering two constructions which will help to increase your range of expression: venir de faire quelque chose (to have just done something) and avant de faire quelque chose (before doing something). Please note that lesson 26 of Season 2 was originally known as lesson 66 of Coffee Break French. We have
If you’re learning Spanish for travellers, knowing how to book a hotel room in Spanish is essential for any trip to a Spanish-speaking country. Whether you’re staying at a luxurious hotel or a budget-friendly inn, learning a few key phrases will make the experience much smoother. In this blog, we’ll walk you through a common
Travelling to a Spanish-speaking country can be an exciting adventure, but it can also feel a bit daunting if you’re not familiar with the language. To help you navigate your journey, we’ve compiled a list of essential Spanish travel phrases that will make your trip smoother and more enjoyable. Whether you’re catching a bus, asking
In this lesson 25 you’ll solve the mystery of qui or que. Please note that lesson 25 of Season 2 was originally known as lesson 65 of Coffee Break French. We have renumbered the lessons of each season as lessons 1-40 to make things more simple for our listeners.
In this lesson you’ll find out exactly why Prince Philip changes his wig frequently… or at least when the imperfect tense is used in French! Please note that lesson 24 of Season 2 was originally known as lesson 64 of Coffee Break French. We have renumbered the lessons of each season as lessons 1-40 to
Welcome to another episode of Coffee Break Spanish! In today’s blog, we’ll focus on Spanish vocabulary practice by revisiting some of the key phrases you’ve learned in previous lessons. It’s important to consolidate what you already know, and that’s exactly what we’re going to do here! Before diving into the content, be sure to listen
In Lesson 23 we take a further look at the imperfect tense, this time looking at the formation of -re and -ir verbs. We also consider some verbs with slightly different patterns and the only verb with an irregular stem in the imperfect tense: être. Please note that lesson 23 of Season 2 was originally
Since we introduced our new website we’ve been trying out different ways to offer access to our lessons. We’re very pleased to introduce an easy way to access all the lessons with our new Step by Step Guide to Coffee Break Spanish. Each ‘step’ lists ten lessons and includes information on the language and grammar
In this week’s lesson we look at another tense used to talk about the past: the imperfect tense. We learn how to construct it and look at one of the situations in which the imperfect is used. Please note that lesson 22 of Season 2 was originally known as lesson 62 of Coffee Break French.
Lesson 21 marks the beginning of Level 2b of Coffee Break French. In this week’s lesson we look at two tiny pronouns which can cause some confusion for French learners: y and en. Please note that lesson 21 of Season 2 was originally known as lesson 61 of Coffee Break French. We have renumbered the
How do you say football in Spanish? Well, if you’re a beginner learner of Spanish, you’ve probably come across the word fútbol, which, yes, means football in Spanish. But there’s more to it than just translating the word! If you’re a fan of the sport and want to chat about it with native Spanish speakers, knowing some
In this lesson, we check whether Anna has done her homework by taking a look at her diary entry using avoir verbs, être verbs and reflexive verbs. In doing so, we review everything we have covered in Lessons 29-21. Please note that lesson 20 of Season 2 was originally known as lesson 60 of Coffee
This week we look at demonstrative adjectives: different ways of saying “this”, “these”, “that” and “those”. We will also have the chance to practise the perfect tense. Please note that lesson 19 of Season 2 was originally known as lesson 59 of Coffee Break French. We have renumbered the lessons of each season as lessons
Learning a new language can be both exciting and challenging, especially in specific areas like health. Whether you’re travelling or living in a Spanish-speaking country, knowing basic Spanish health vocabulary can make a big difference when seeking medical help. In this blog, we’ll cover some essential Spanish health vocabulary that every beginner learner should know.
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