100+ Basic Spanish Phrases: Fluency From Scratch
Start a conversation using this list of 100+ common Spanish phrases for beginners!
Simple Spanish communication involves using short phrases and basic Spanish words. If you’re new to the adventure of becoming a fluent Spanish speaker, having useful Spanish phrases to use on a daily basis puts you on the right track.
This list is guaranteed to equip you to know what to say if you’re a beginner to Spanish learning. By practicing them consistently, you’ll be able to engage in meaningful conversations.
Common Spanish Phrases: Spanish Greetings and Responses
Keep reading for the most common Spanish phrases you can use as greetings, introductions, basic questions, time, food, and much more!
¡Hola! ¿Cómo va todo?
Hi! How ‘s everything?
¡Cuánto tiempo sin verte!
Long time no see!
¿Cómo has estado?
How have you been?
¿Cómo te ha ido?
How ‘s it going?
¿Y a ti cómo te va?
And how are you doing?
Estoy muy bien, gracias.
I’m very well, thank you.
Todo bien, gracias.
It’s all good, thank you.
Como siempre, no ha pasado mucho.
Not much, the usual really.
Buenos días, ¿Cómo estás?
Good morning, how are you?
Buenas tardes ¿Cómo ha estado?
Buenas tardes, How’ve you been?
Common Spanish Phrases: Introductions
Mi nombre es (nombre).
My name is (name).
Es un gusto conocerte.
It’s nice to meet you.
Te presento a mi amigo (nombre).
This is my friend (name).
Es un placer conocerte a ti también.
It’s a pleasure to meet you, too.
Bienvenidos a mi casa, les presento a mi familia.
Welcome to my house, let me introduce you to my family.
Mi nombre es (nombre) y soy de (nacionalidad).
My name is (name) and I’m from (nationality).
¿Cómo te llamas? Yo me llamo (nombre).
What’s your name? My name is (name).
Permítanme presentarme, mi nombre es (nombre).
Allow me to introduce myself, my name is (name).
Encantada de conocerte.
Pleased to meet you.
Mucho gusto, mi nombre es (nombre) y soy amiga de (nombre de amigo).
Nice to meet you, my name is (name) and I’m friends with (friend’s name).
Common Spanish Phrases: Saying Goodbye
Nos vemos pronto.
See you soon.
Adiós, me tengo que ir.
Good bye, I have to go.
Creo que es hora de que me vaya.
I think it’s time for me to leave.
Espero verte pronto.
I hope to see you soon.
Hablamos más tarde.
We’ll talk later.
Necesito irme, ya es tarde.
I need to go, it’s late.
Hasta luego.
So long.
Cuídate mucho, ¡Hasta la próxima!
Take care of yourself, until next time!
¡Qué tengas un lindo día!
Have a nice day!
Hasta mañana.
See you tomorrow.
Common Spanish Phrases: Dates and Time Phrases
¿Qué hora es?
What time is it?
¿Qué fecha es hoy?
What date is today?
Disculpe, me podría decir la hora.
Excuse me, could you tell me what time it is.
¿En qué día estamos?
What day is today?
Hoy es viernes 18 de Junio de 2021.
Today is Friday June 18th 2021.
Hoy no puedo, sería hasta la otra semana.
I can’t today, it will be until next week.
Vine de viaje hace dos semanas.
I came back from my trip two weeks ago.
¿Cuándo va a pasar?
When is it going to happen?
¿Qué vas a hacer hoy?
What are you doing today?
¿Cuándo nos juntamos?
When shall we get together?
Common Spanish Phrases: Basic Questions
¿De dónde eres?
Where are you from?
¿Cuánto cuesta esto?
How much is this?
¿Cómo se dice esto?
How do you say this?
¿Cómo se llama esto?
What’s this called?
¿Qué significa esto?
What does this mean?
¿Puedes ayudarme?
Can you help me?
¿Puedes repetirlo?
Can you repeat it?
¿Puedes hablar más despacio?
Can you talk slower?
¿Dónde queda ese lugar?
Where is this place?
¿Me podría explicar esto?
Can you explain this?
Common Spanish Phrases: Feelings
¿Cómo te sientes hoy?
How are you feeling today?
Estoy muy molesto.
I’m really upset.
Me cae mal que seas asi.
It bothers me that you’re like that.
Me alegra mucho estar aquí.
I’m so glad to be here.
Estoy triste, esto no me gusta nada.
I’m sad, I don’t like this at all.
Me encanta hablar contigo.
I love speaking to you.
Platicar contigo me hace sentir bien.
Talking to you makes me feel good.
Estoy emocionado por verte.
I’m excited to see you.
No estoy seguro de eso.
I’m not sure about that.
Honestamente, no me parece.
Honestly, I don’t agree.
Common Spanish Phrases: Food and Drinks
Esto está muy rico.
This is very good.
Este plato es delicioso.
This plate is delicious.
No me gusta el sabor.
I don’t like the taste.
¿Quieres algo de comer?
Do you want something to eat?
¿Qué tal una bebida?
How about a drink?
Me fascina el chocolate.
I love chocolate.
Mi comida favorita son los tacos.
My favorite food is tacos.
El sabor está buenísimo.
The flavor is so good.
Ya es hora de comer.
It’s time to eat.
Quiero un café por favor.
I’d like a coffee please.
Common Spanish Phrases: Hobbies
¿Qué haces en tu tiempo libre?
What do you do in your time off?
¿Cuál es tu pasatiempo?
What’s your hobby?
Mi pasatiempo es jugar golf.
My hobby is playing golf.
Me gusta practicar yoga.
I enjoy practicing yoga.
¿Quieres ir hoy al cine?
Do you want to go to the movies today?
Vamos a jugar juegos de mesa con amigos.
We’re playing board games with friends.
¿Qué te gusta hacer con tus amigos?
What do you like to do with friends?
¿Tienes planes hoy?
Do you have plans today?
¿Quieres salir conmigo y mis amigos?
Do you want to go out with me and my friends?
El día de hoy será divertido.
Today will be fun.
Common Spanish Phrases: Pauses and Doubt
Tengo que pensarlo.
I have to think about it.
Dame un momento.
Give me a moment.
Es una buena pregunta.
It’s a good question.
¡No estoy seguro!
I’m not sure!
No lo sé con seguridad.
I don’t know entirely.
No tengo ni idea.
I don’t have a clue.
Me das un minuto por favor.
Give me a minute please.
Disculpa, no entiendo.
I’m sorry, I don’t get it.
¿De qué estás hablando?
What are you talking about?
Common Spanish Slang Phrases
¡Que onda!
What’s up!
Orale, nos vemos pronto.
Alrighty then, see you soon.
Ponte las pilas.
Look alive!
No me dejes plantado.
Don’t leave me hanging.
¿Me puedes echar una mano?
Can you help me out?
Esa fue la gota que derramó el vaso.
That’s when I drew the line.
Eso está muy guay / chilero / bacano.
That’s very cool.
Me estas tomando el pelo.
You’re playing with me.
Quiero tirar la toalla.
I want to give up.
¡Aguas!
Watch out!
No hay clavo / bronca.
No problem.
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