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Coffee Break Spanish

Spanish health vocabulary: essential phrases and symptoms

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.

Coffee Break Spanish

Understanding “no me siento bien” and “estoy enfermo” in Spanish

If you’re just starting to learn Spanish, you’ll quickly realise that knowing how to talk about how you feel is essential. In this blog, we will focus on two common phrases: no me siento bien and estoy enfermo.  So, whether you’re feeling great or under the weather, being able to express this clearly is key

Coffee Break French

Seeking help at the pharmacy in French: essential vocabulary and phrases

When travelling in a French-speaking country, you might need to visit a pharmacy for medical assistance or to purchase medication. Knowing how to communicate your needs and describe symptoms in a pharmacy in French is crucial.  This blog post will guide you through key phrases and vocabulary that will help you get the help you

Coffee Break French

Learn how to ask and answer the question ‘how do you feel’ in French

Communicating your symptoms in another language is crucial when you’re not feeling well. Knowing how to ask ‘how do you feel’ in French and describe various symptoms can help you get the care you need, whether you’re visiting a doctor or simply explaining your discomfort to someone.  This blog post will cover essential phrases and

Coffee Break French

‘Je ne me sens pas bien’ – Understanding aches and pains in French

When you’re not feeling well, being able to express your discomfort in French is essential, especially if you’re in a French-speaking country. Knowing how to say je ne me sens pas bien will help you communicate your needs more effectively.  In this blog post, we’ll cover the necessary vocabulary and phrases related to expressing that you