Coffee Break Spanish
Coffee Break Spanish offers bite-sized Spanish lessons designed to fit into a coffee break. The podcast starts with absolute beginner content in Season 1 and gradually increases in difficulty. Each lesson focuses on practical language skills to help learners communicate with native Spanish speakers. The show is produced by the Radio Lingua Network.
Episodes
The Great Coffee Break Treasure Hunt 2026
Four mystery cities. Four cryptic clues. One week to work out where we're going.The Great Coffee Break Treasure Hunt is back for 2026, and everything happens here: https://coffeebreaklanguages.com/treasurehuntEach clue is a short poem describing a European city without ever naming it. Every clue is written from scratch in French, Italian, German and Spanish by the team who teach it, so it rhymes a
10 Spanish set phrases that use a different verb from English
Translating word for word from English is one of the quickest ways to sound unnatural in Spanish, and set phrases are where it shows most. In this episode, Pablo goes through ten everyday expressions where Spanish picks a completely different verb from English, covering questions, mistakes, parties, instruments and more, with an example of each so you can start using them straight away.➡️ Click he
Five Spanish idioms every beginner should know
Spanish idioms are a great way to make your conversations sound more natural from the very beginning. In this episode, Anabel introduces five beginner-friendly expressions you'll hear in everyday Spanish:tenerlo en la punta de la lenguacostar un ojo de la cara (or un riñón)echar una manocomerse la cabezatrabajar codo con codoYou'll learn what they mean, when native speakers use them, and how to st
Why Spanish says 'it got lost on me' instead of 'I lost it'
There's more than one way to say you lost something in Spanish, and the version you choose changes how the sentence feels. In this episode, Pablo compares "perdí" with "se me perdió" using different examples from the video, and unpacks why Spanish speakers go for the second one so often.➡️ Click here to watch the video version of this episode.➡️ Love learning in short bursts? Our free weekly newsl
Everyday Spanish exaggerations native speakers love
Spanish speakers love a good exaggeration, and these colourful expressions are a great way to sound more natural in conversation. In this episode, Anabel introduces five everyday phrases that add drama and personality to your Spanish: hace un frío que pela, hace siglos que no nos vemos, tener tanta hambre que te comerías un caballo, ser más largo que un día sin pan and estar más solo que la una. Y
How to say 'no way' in Spanish: surprise, disbelief and refusal
In this episode, Anabel explores how to react in Spanish when you hear something surprising or hard to believe. There isn't one single way to say "no way!" in Spanish, so she walks you through natural expressions for three different situations: showing surprise, disagreeing, and reacting to something that seems impossible. You'll hear how each one is used in real conversations. Which expression wi
Spanish football vocabulary explained
Whether you're watching a match or chatting with friends, football comes up a lot in the Spanish-speaking world. In this episode, Pablo covers the vocabulary you need, from the basics like 'el estadio' and 'el árbitro' to the phrases fans shout at the screen.➡️ Click here to watch the video version of this episode.➡️ Love learning in short bursts? Our free weekly newsletter is packed with tips jus
How to say 'maybe' in Spanish without the subjunctive
The subjunctive has a reputation for being one of the trickiest parts of Spanish, but you don't always need it to talk about what might happen. In this episode, Pablo shares three everyday expressions, a lo mejor, igual and lo mismo, that let you express possibility and uncertainty using the ordinary indicative. They're common, natural and a great way to sound more relaxed when you're not quite su
Can you get these 3 Spanish jokes? (Anabel explains why they're funny)
Anabel is back, and this time she's bringing us three jokes in Spanish. Can you get them? Each one teaches you something interesting about how Spanish really works, from double meanings to wordplay and idioms. The last one might surprise you!➡️ Click here to watch the video version of this episode.➡️ For more examples and tips like these, sign up to our free newsletter: https://coffeebreaklanguage
How Spanish speakers really talk about work
Pablo goes beyond "trabajo" and introduces the real words Spanish speakers use when they talk about work, from "curro" and "currar" in Spain to "chamba" and "chambear" in Mexico. Along the way, he shares a cultural insight about how and when to ask someone about their job. Which of these words will you start using first?➡️ Click here to watch the video version of this episode.➡️ To receive regular
5 common Spanish mistakes that make you sound like a beginner
In this episode, Anabel walks you through five common Spanish mistakes that even intermediate and advanced learners keep making. From using "ser" instead of "tener" to confusing "a" and "en" with locations, she explains why these mistakes happen and how to fix them for good.➡️ Click here to watch the video version of this episode.➡️ To receive regular free mini-lessons like this straight to your i
Scenes Season 2 | Chapter 10: Un sueño hecho realidad
Welcome back to Erna’s Café - our charming Spanish café, where the aroma of fresh coffee lingers, conversations flow, and life unfolds around every table. In this immersive series, we follow a compelling story set in a local café and help you build your language skills naturally through storytelling.The final chapter of Scenes for this season is here, and it’s a moment of pure joy and excitement.
Scenes Season 2 | Chapter 9: La primavera y sus amores
Welcome back to Erna’s Café - our charming Spanish café, where the aroma of fresh coffee lingers, conversations flow, and life unfolds around every table. In this immersive series, we follow a compelling story set in a local café and help you build your language skills naturally through storytelling.The latest chapter of Scenes is here and this one captures a moment that’s as sweet as it is fleeti
Scenes Season 2 | Chapter 8: Las fiestas del barrio
Welcome back to Erna’s Café - our charming Spanish café, where the aroma of fresh coffee lingers, conversations flow, and life unfolds around every table. In this immersive series, we follow a compelling story set in a local café and help build your language skills naturally through storytelling.In this chapter of Scenes, the neighbourhood is buzzing with excitement and the café is right at the he
Scenes Season 2 | Chapter 7: Imprevistos que salen bien
Welcome back to Erna’s Café - our charming Spanish café, where the aroma of fresh coffee lingers, conversations flow, and life unfolds around every table. In this immersive series, we follow a compelling story set in a local café and help you build your language skills naturally through storytelling.The latest episode of Scenes is here, and this one shows that sometimes, the unexpected can lead to
Scenes Season 2 | Chapter 6: Un día de diez
Welcome back to Erna’s Café - our charming Spanish café, where the aroma of fresh coffee lingers, conversations flow, and life unfolds around every table. In this immersive series, we follow a compelling story set in a local café and help you build your language skills naturally through storytelling.In Un día de diez, Isabel reflects on a day where everything seems to align perfectly. With moments
Scenes Season 2 | Chapter 5: Despedidas
Welcome back to Erna’s Café - our charming Spanish café, where the aroma of fresh coffee lingers, conversations flow, and life unfolds around every table. In this immersive series, we follow a compelling story set in a local café and help you build your language skills naturally through storytelling.In Despedidas, Isabel witnesses a tender farewell between two close friends. One of them is about t
Scenes Season 2 | Chapter 4: ¡Por fin, jubilado!
Welcome back to Erna’s Café - our charming Spanish café, where the aroma of fresh coffee lingers, conversations flow, and life unfolds around every table. In this immersive series, we follow a compelling story set in a local café and help you build your language skills naturally through storytelling.In ¡Por fin, jubilado!, Isabel reconnects with don Julián, a retired doctor who’s feeling a bit los
Scenes Season 2 | Chapter 3: Suenan campanas
Welcome back to Erna’s Café - our charming Spanish café, where the aroma of fresh coffee lingers, conversations flow, and life unfolds around every table. In this immersive series, we follow a compelling story set in a local café and build your language skills naturally through storytelling.In this heartwarming chapter, Isabel experiences a quiet morning at the café, as her usual older customers s
Scenes Season 2 | Chapter 2: Noticias reguleras
Welcome back to Erna’s Café - our charming Spanish café, where the aroma of fresh coffee lingers, conversations flow, and life unfolds around every table. In this immersive series, we follow a compelling story set in a local café and help build your language skills naturally through storytelling.Get ready to discover a surprising turn of events in the second chapter of this season, Noticias regule
Scenes Season 2 | Chapter 1: El encuentro
Welcome back to Season 2 of Scenes from the Coffee Break Spanish Café! ¡Bienvenidos a la nueva temporada de Scenes!If you joined us in Season 1 then you will already be familiar with Isabel’s café - our charming Spanish café, where the aroma of fresh coffee lingers, conversations flow, and life unfolds around every table. In this immersive series, you’ll follow a compelling story set in a l
'El Gordo de Navidad': the Spanish Lottery | A Coffee Break with Anabel
Ready for another mini Coffee Break Spanish lesson? This time, Anabel dives into one of Spain’s most fascinating festive traditions: El Gordo de Navidad, the famous Christmas lottery! 🎄💰It’s the perfect mini lesson to discover more about Spanish culture while picking up natural language you can use right away. ✨To keep building your Spanish skills, sign up for our Coffee Break Spanish newslet
When "to be" means "tener" in Spanish | A Coffee Break with Pablo
Join Pablo from the Coffee Break Spanish team in another useful little espresso lesson. ☕In this episode, he explores a set of everyday expressions that use “to be” in English but “tener” in Spanish. You’ll learn to say things like:❄️ tener frío 🍽 tener hambre 💪 tener razónand much more!These are super common expressions that every learner needs, perfect for sounding more natural in
5 untranslateable words to use this December | A Coffee Break with Anabel
We’re back with another mini Coffee Break Spanish lesson to help you build natural, everyday vocabulary! ✨In this short episode, Anabel introduces five useful Spanish words that don’t have a direct translation into English:➡️ trasnochar➡️ madrugar➡️ estrenar➡️ empalagar➡️ friolero/aDo you already know any of them? Listen to the episode to discover what they mean and how to use them naturally in co
Coffee Break Spanish - All You Need To Know
Join Mark and Pablo for this special episode of Coffee Break Spanish where we're talking about something a bit different.We receive emails and messages all the time asking us "where should I start?", so we thought we'd answer that in this episode. We share details about how Coffee Break Spanish first started back in 2006 - and all of the Spanish resources we have released since then.We hope you en
Listening practice on the topic of this Mexican singer | A Coffee Break with Anabel
Join Anabel from the Coffee Break Spanish team in this little espresso lesson, in which she introduces you to one of her favourite Mexican singers, Ximena Sariñana. In this episode, you will be able to test your listening skills and improve your vocabulary with a list of words. It’s the perfect blend of culture and language learning in one short coffee break! ☕👉 Don’t miss out on more cultura
Bonus Episode: Clues Explained - La fantástica caza del tresoro
We're back with a special bonus episode of the Great Coffee Break Treasure Hunt! Join us for a detailed explanation of this year's Treasure Hunt clues. Sit back, relax and enjoy listening to this episode on your next coffee break. ☕️ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Clue #4 (español) | The Great Coffee Break Treasure Hunt 2025
We have reached the last clue of our virtual treasure hunt - La fantástica caza del tesoro de Coffee Break de 2025 - which will lead us to the final location! Test your Spanish and detective skills as we reveal everything you need to know to determine the last destination. Remember to submit your entry form listing the location from each episode to be in with a chance of winning a prize.Click here
Clue #3 (español) | The Great Coffee Break Treasure Hunt 2025
It's time for the third clue of La fantástica caza del tesoro de Coffee Break de 2025, our virtual treasure hunt across Europe! Using the interesting facts we share and your language skills, see if you can you work out where checkpoint number three is. In case you missed it - everyone who correctly identifies the four mystery locations will win a free month's subscription to the Coffee Break Club.
Clue #2 (español) | The Great Coffee Break Treasure Hunt 2025
We're back with the next episode of La fantástica caza del tesoro de Coffee Break de 2025, our virtual treasure hunt across Europe! Join us as we reveal clue number two which takes us one step closer to our final location. As we continue through this mini series we'll discover further clues to help you solve the mystery. Remember, you could be in with a chance of winning some great prize
Clue #1 (español) | The Great Coffee Break Treasure Hunt 2025
Welcome to the first episode of La fantástica caza del tesoro de Coffee Break de 2025, our virtual treasure hunt across Europe! Join us in this first episode as we reveal the initial clue. As you continue through this mini series you’ll discover further clues, solve the mystery and practise your Spanish.For further details about how you can take part, click here. Hosted on Acast. See aca
Announcing the Coffee Break Treasure Hunt 2025
New mini-series! Starting on Monday 20th October, join Mark and the Coffee Break Spanish Team for a virtual treasure hunt across Europe, in which we'll discover clues, solve the mystery and practise our Spanish. But this is not just a language lesson – it's a competition! By taking part you could win some amazing prizes which will help you take your Spanish to the next level. For everything you ne
How do you translate "get" into Spanish? | A Coffee Break with Pablo
Do you know how to translate the word ‘get’ into Spanish? This small word can be translated in many different ways, making it a big challenge for learners of Spanish.That’s why in this episode Pablo shows you how to think when translating ‘to get’, replacing it with clearer alternatives like conseguir (to achieve), recibir (to receive), or specific verbs for phrasal verbs such as levantarse (to ge
How to shop for shoes in Spanish | A Coffee Break with Pablo
In this episode, Pablo takes you on a journey into the world of shoes. From chanclas and tacones to navigating shoe sizes, he’ll teach you what you need for shoe shopping in Spanish 🥿🥾You’ll also learn how to answer the question ¿Qué talla calzas? and more useful vocabulary.👉 Want more tips and insights like this? Subscribe to the Coffee Break Spanish newsletter and make Spanish part of your weekl
Calendar dates in Spanish using 'ser' AND 'estar' | A Coffee Break with Anabel
In this espresso-style episode, Anabel talks about one of the trickiest parts of Spanish grammar: knowing when to use ser and when to use estar, specifically while talking about calendar dates. She explains how we normally use ser for dates (Hoy es viernes), but how switching to estar in the nosotros form (Estamos a viernes) can sound more natural and personal in Spanish. 📅✅ Subscribe t
Catalanismos in Spanish | A Coffee Break with Pablo
Are you ready for another espresso lesson with Pablo from Coffee Break Spanish? In this episode, we’ll have a look at catalanismos, words in Spanish that come directly from Catalan.From the word capicúa to añorar 💭, and even the curious story behind esquirol 🐿️, you’ll discover how Catalan has shaped everyday Spanish vocabulary. Along the way, Pablo shares useful examples you can start using right
How to use 'hacerse' in Spanish | A Coffee Break with Anabel
Join Anabel from Coffee Break Spanish to explore how to use the versatile Spanish verb hacerse. From changes in profession to personal transformation, this reflexive verb appears in a variety of everyday expressions 🔄🗣️By the end of this episode, you’ll understand the nuances of hacerse and be able to use it naturally in different contexts.➡️ Continue building your Spanish skills and sign up for o
How to maximise your language learning every day | A Coffee Break with Mark
In this espresso episode, join Mark as he shares practical tips to help you make the most of the little moments in your day and turn them into powerful opportunities for language learning! 💪 Discover how his recent trip to Slovenia taught him how his small interactions can help you build confidence and momentum in your learning.You’ll also get a taste of exclusive resources from the Coffee Break C
Spanish gym vocabulary - Words for your workout | A Coffee Break with Pablo
Join Pablo for a coffee break, in which you'll have the chance to practise and improve your Spanish over just 10 minutes. In this episode, we’re focusing on a workout-themed mini-lesson all about Spanish gym vocabulary! 🏋️♀️💪 You’ll learn how to talk about:➡️ el gimnasio➡️ calentamiento➡️ abdominales➡️ plancha➡️ and more!At the end of this episode, you'll feel confident using Spanish to desc
'Ser' vs. 'estar' for location | A Coffee Break with Anabel
In today’s espresso mini-lesson, we’re joined by Anabel from the Coffee Break Spanish team to tackle one of the most common challenges for Spanish learners: choosing between ser and estar when talking about location. 📍🤔These two verbs both mean 'to be', but knowing when to use each is key to sounding natural in Spanish.Discover more content like this and subscribe to the Coffee Break Spanish newsl
Typical Spanish dishes to try this summer | A Coffee Break with Pablo
While we're working on our next podcast series to help you improve your Spanish, we hope you enjoy this mini-lesson with Pablo. In today’s episode, we explore some typical Spanish dishes you should definitely try this summer! ☀️🍽️ You’ll learn about dishes like: ➡️ la paella ➡️ la horchata ➡️ el gazpacho andaluz ➡️ la coca de trampóWhether you're heading to Spain or just w
3 fun expressions with 'estar' & how to use them | A Coffee Break with Anabel
Join Anabel from the Coffee Break Spanish team in a little espresso lesson in between the main seasons of Coffee Break Spanish.Today, we’ll have a closer look at three expressions that use the verb estar, like estar al loro. Ready to sound more like a native speaker in your next adventure?✅ Subscribe to the Coffee Break Spanish and discover more content like this by clicking here. Hosted on A
5 tips to turn any trip into your language classroom | A Coffee Break with Mark
Join Mark, the founder of Coffee Break Languages, for a coffee break, in which you'll hear tips and ideas to boost your language-learning journey in just a few minutes.In this episode, Mark shares five tips to make any trip your language classroom, even if travelling is not an option for you just now. So, if you're planning a trip to a Spanish-speaking destination or want to get some tips for imme
Subjunctive or indicative after 'cuando' in Spanish? | A Coffee Break with Pablo
In this episode, we'll hear from Pablo from the Coffee Break Spanish team. This time, a Spanish proverb gives us the perfect opportunity to explore one of those classic Spanish grammar challenges: when to use the subjunctive vs. the indicative after the word cuando. Now, you definitely have a better understanding of this tricky topic and feel more confident using it in context.Keep improving
How to talk confidently about the weather | A Coffee Break with Anabel
Would you like short, mini-episodes to keep your Spanish ticking over in between our main seasons of Coffee Break Spanish? Then we hope you enjoy this mini-lesson with Anabel!Today’s topic? The weather! ☀️🌧️ Anabel will teach you how to talk confidently about the weather in Spanish. You’ll learn useful vocabulary like: ➡️ Hace calor / hace frío ➡️ Está lloviendo / está nevando ➡️ Ha
CBS Scenes 1.10 | Una gran familia
In the final chapter of Scenes, our course for intermediate Spanish learners, Isabel shares more about her Chicos de oro and the wonderful plans they enjoy together. ¡Son como una gran familia!Join Mark and Pablo in this last episode and take your Spanish to the next level! In Chapter 10, we’ll continue practising and reinforcing key concepts while expanding our vocabulary. For example, Mark and P
CBS Scenes 1.09 | Una visita de recuerdos
In Chapter 9 of Scenes, our course for intermediate Spanish learners, we return to Isabel’s café, where she welcomes a group of customers from a place that holds special meaning for her. ¿Te imaginas de dónde vienen?Join Mark and Pablo as they guide you through useful vocabulary and grammar while also introducing some of Spain’s most popular tapas. Along the way, you’ll continue expanding your kno
CBS Scenes 1.08 | Sin vuelta atrás
In Chapter 8 of Scenes, our course for intermediate Spanish learners, we return to Isabel’s café, where she witnesses an emotional and unexpected moment between a couple. No obstante, cuando se cierra una puerta, se abre una ventana.As always, Mark and Pablo will guide us through any challenging grammar and vocabulary in the text, helping to deepen our understanding of the language. This chapter i
CBS Scenes 1.07 | Gracias por la suerte
In Chapter 7 of Scenes, our course for intermediate Spanish learners, we return to Isabel’s café and catch up with Miguel—someone we’ve met before. ¿Te acuerdas de él? Join Mark and Pablo as the story continues!As always, Mark and Pablo will guide you through key grammar points and vocabulary. In this chapter, you’ll discover the meanings of ajetreado, mono, and celestina, as well as look into oja
CBS Scenes 1.06 | La inquilina
In Chapter 6 of Scenes, our course for intermediate Spanish learners, we return to Isabel’s café and catch up with Elena, the new teacher we met in Chapter 3. ¿Cómo le va en su nuevo trabajo? ¿Ha encontrado ya piso?Join Mark and Pablo as they explore key phrases like cerquita, hoy en día, and cuesta arriba. Alongside these, you’ll continue expanding your vocabulary and reinforcing essential gramma
CBS Scenes 1.05 | ¡Menudo sorpresón!
In Chapter 5 of Scenes, our series for intermediate Spanish learners, we return to Isabel’s café, where a variety of interesting customers bring their stories to life.This time, we meet a group of lively ladies enjoying their time together. One of them has some exciting news to share—¿te imaginas qué puede ser? As always, Mark and Pablo will guide you through useful grammar and vocabulary fro
CBS Scenes 1.04 | El café de la suerte
Join Mark and Pablo for the next chapter of Scenes, our course for intermediate Spanish learners! In this chapter, a nervous man steps into Isabel’s café, dressed smartly in a suit and carrying a briefcase. ¿Adónde irá?Mark and Pablo will guide you through the vocabulary and grammar featured in the story. For example, you’ll learn how to use the verb merecer, explore demonstrative pronouns in Span
CBS Scenes 1.03 | Sustituta busca piso
Join Mark and Pablo for another chapter in the captivating Scenes series! In Chapter 3, we meet Elena, a new substitute teacher settling into the neighbourhood and searching for a flat.This chapter introduces practical verbs like alquilar and cubrir una baja, while giving us a closer look at the customers of Isabel’s café.Don’t miss this opportunity to improve your Spanish with an engaging story.
CBS Scenes 1.02 | El nuevo miembro
In Chapter 2 of Scenes, our series for intermediate Spanish learners, we return to Isabel's café, where we meet the charming group of older gentlemen she affectionately calls sus Chicos de oro. This time, there’s a new, younger addition to the mix. ¿Quieres saber más? Join Mark and Pablo in this exciting new chapter!As the story continues, Mark and Pablo will draw your attention to useful grammar
CBS Scenes 1.01 | ¡Qué mal trago!
Join Mark and Pablo at the start of an engaging new story! In Chapter 1 of Scenes, our latest course for intermediate learners, we’re introduced to Isabel, her café, and its colourful array of customers. Each chapter unveils a scene from this charming café, giving us the chance to learn more about the people who walk through its doors.In this first chapter, we meet three nurses - Carmen, Míriam, a
Introducing Scenes from the Coffee Break Café
We’re about to launch four brand-new intermediate Spanish language course - Scenes from the Coffee Break Café.Imagine yourself in a charming café, where the aroma of fresh coffee lingers, conversations flow, and life unfolds around every table. In this immersive new course, you’ll follow a compelling story set in a local café and build your language skills naturally through storytelling.Here’s wha
Clue #4 (español) | The Great Coffee Break Treasure Hunt 2024
It's time for the third clue of La fantástica caza del tesoro de Coffee Break de 2024, our virtual treasure hunt across Europe! Using the interesting facts provided by Pierre-Benoît and your language skills, can you work out where checkpoint number three is? In case you missed it - everyone who correctly identifies the four mystery locations will win a free month's subscription to the Coffee Break
Clue #3 (español) | The Great Coffee Break Treasure Hunt 2024
It's time for the third clue of La fantástica caza del tesoro de Coffee Break de 2024, our virtual treasure hunt across Europe! Using the interesting facts provided by Anabel and your language skills, can you work out where checkpoint number three is? In case you missed it - everyone who correctly identifies the four mystery locations will win a free month's subscription to the Coffee Break Club,
Clue #2 (español) | The Great Coffee Break Treasure Hunt 2024
We're back with the next episode of La fantástica caza del tesoro de Coffee Break de 2024, our virtual treasure hunt across Europe! In this episode join Pablo and Mark as they reveal clue number two and take us one step closer to our final location. As we continue through this mini series we'll discover further clues, solve the mystery and you could be in with a chance of winning some gr
Clue #1 (español) | The Great Coffee Break Treasure Hunt 2024
Welcome to the first episode of La fantástica caza del tesoro de Coffee Break de 2024, our virtual treasure hunt across Europe! Join Pablo and Mark in this first episode as they reveal the initial clue. As you continue through this mini series you’ll discover further clues, solve the mystery and practise your Spanish.For further details about how you can take part visit coffeebreakl
Announcing the Coffee Break Treasure Hunt 2024
New mini-series! Starting on Monday 4th November, join Mark and the Coffee Break Spanish Team for a virtual treasure hunt across Europe, in which we'll discover clues, solve the mystery and practise our Spanish. But this is not just a language lesson – it's a competition, and by taking part you could win some amazing prizes for Spanish learners. For everything you need to know about this mini seri
How to react like a native speaker - Spanish conversational filler words | CBS Show 2.10
How many Spanish filler words do you know? These handy words can help you blend in with the locals when engaging in conversations. Familiarise yourself with some of them in this episode of the Coffee Break Spanish Show!Prefer to watch these lessons? You can do exactly that for free on Coffee Break TV, and download the episodes to your device so you can access them on the go. Or, you can head to ou
4 ways to translate 'to become' in Spanish | CBS Show 2.09
Expressing 'to become' in Spanish can be tricky, as four different verbs are used. In this episode of the Coffee Break Spanish Show, we help you better understand how to use them!Prefer to watch these lessons? You can do exactly that for free on Coffee Break TV, and download the episodes to your device so you can access them on the go. Or, you can head to our Coffee Break Spanish YouTube channel t
The subjunctive in Spanish - All you need to know to start using it | CBS Show 2.08
Ready to master the use of the subjunctive in Spanish? In this episode of the Coffee Break Spanish Show you will learn about using the present subjunctive conjugation and its common triggers.Prefer to watch these lessons? You can do exactly that for free on Coffee Break TV, and download the episodes to your device so you can access them on the go. Or, you can head to our Coffee Break Spanish YouTu
How to order a coffee like a native Spanish speaker | CBS Show 2.07
Want to know how to order a coffee in Spanish and sound like a local anywhere you go? If so then tune into this episode of the Coffee Break Spanish Show as we share some tips you won't want to miss!Prefer to watch these lessons? You can do exactly that for free on Coffee Break TV, and download the episodes to your device so you can access them on the go. Or, you can head to our Coffee Break Spanis
How to give commands, instructions and suggestions - The imperative in Spanish | CBS Show 2.06
Have you ever wondered how to give commands in Spanish? In this episode we reveal how to use the imperative like a native speaker!Prefer to watch these lessons? You can do exactly that for free on Coffee Break TV, and download the episodes to your device so you can access them on the go. Or, you can head to our Coffee Break Spanish YouTube channel to access the video version of each podcast episod
How to pronounce the letter J in Spanish | CBS Show 2.05
Are you unsure how to pronounce the letter J in Spanish? If so then this episode of the Coffee Break Spanish show is for you! We teach you how to pronounce the letter J correctly and share several practice tips!Prefer to watch these lessons? You can do exactly that for free on Coffee Break TV, and download the episodes to your device so you can access them on the go. Or, you can head to our Coffee
How to translate 'for' in Spanish using 'por' and 'para' | CBS Show 2.04
When should you use 'por' and 'para' in Spanish? We're answering that very question in this episode of the Coffee Break Spanish Show! Join our hosts, Mark and Concha, and find out how to choose between these words. By the end of this episode you'll always know how to say 'for' in Spanish!Prefer to watch these lessons? You can do exactly that for free on Coffee Break TV, and download the episodes t
‘Deber', 'tener que' and 'hay que' - 3 ways to express obligation in Spanish | CBS Show 2.03
Would you like to understand how to express obligation in Spanish? Tune in to this episode of the Coffee Break Spanish Show to learn all about "deber", "tener que" and "hay que".Prefer to watch these lessons? You can do exactly that for free on Coffee Break TV, and download the episodes to your device so you can access them on the go. Or, you can head to our Coffee Break Spanish YouTube channel to
10 Spanish expressions that use 'tener' instead of 'ser' | CBS Show 2.02
Have you ever wondered why Spanish speakers say "I have 20 years old"? Find out the reason in this episode of the Coffee Break Spanish Show! Join Concha and Mark as they share 10 useful expressions with the verb "tener" in Spanish.Prefer to watch these lessons? You can do exactly that for free on Coffee Break TV, and download the episodes to your device so you can access them on the go. Or, you ca
Spanish question words - With or without an accent? | CBS Show 2.01
We're back with Season 2 of the Coffee Break Spanish Show! In this podcast series we help you take your intermediate Spanish to the next level, one coffee break at a time. In this 10-episode series we cover a range of topics to help you deepen your understanding of tricky grammar, broaden your vocabulary, and improve your pronunciation. You'll sound like a native speaker in no time!In the first ep
Introducing Season 2 of the Coffee Break Spanish Show
We're back with Season 2 of the Coffee Break Spanish Show! In this podcast series we help you take your intermediate Spanish to the next level, one coffee break at a time. Throughout the 10-episode series we cover a range of topics to help you deepen your understanding of tricky grammar, broaden your vocabulary, and improve your pronunciation. You'll sound like a native speaker in no time!Prefer t
How to expand your vocabulary - 3 useful Spanish suffixes | The Coffee Break Spanish Show 1.10
It's time for the 10th and final episode for this series of the Coffee Break Spanish Show! Join Anabel and Concha as they look at some tips and tricks to help you expand your vocabulary in an easy and straightforward way, so that you can gain more confidence in your Spanish. To do this, we take a look at three suffixes.➡️ Click to access the blog article and worksheet which accompany this episode
A guide to negation in Spanish | The Coffee Break Spanish Show 1.09
Do you know how to form a negative statement in Spanish? How many negative words are you familiar with? In this episode of the Coffee Break Spanish Show we look at some rules that can help us correctly use negative structures in Spanish.➡️ Click to access the blog article and worksheet which accompany this episode ⬅️Like the look of the Coffee Break mugs featured in our episodes? Purchase your ver
Words that change meaning with ‘ser’ and ‘estar’ | The Coffee Break Spanish Show 1.08
Did you know that there are some adjectives that have a different meaning depending on whether they are used with ser or estar? That is the topic that Mark and Concha are tackling in this episode of the Coffee Break Show! This is the second part of a double episode all about these two verbs, and in our previous episode we discussed how and when to use ser and estar in Spanish. If you haven’t alrea
When to use ‘ser’ and ‘estar’ in Spanish | The Coffee Break Spanish Show 1.07
We have reached episode 7 of The Coffee Break Spanish Show! This time, we're talking about the difference between ‘ser’ and ‘estar’, and when to use each of them to mean "to be". By the end of this episode you'll be confident in knowing whether to use ‘ser’ or ‘estar’ in your Spanish conversations!➡️ Click to access the blog article and worksheet which accompany this episode ⬅️ Hosted on Acas
How to know which syllable to stress - Spanish accent marks | The Coffee Break Spanish Show 1.06
Episode 6 of the Coffee Break Spanish Show is all about pronunciation, with a focus on long words in Spanish. Join Mark and Concha as they talk about where to place the stress when pronouncing Spanish words. By the end of this episode you'll sound more like a native speaker!➡️ Click to access the blog article and worksheet which accompany this episode ⬅️ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy
Where do adverbs go? - Spanish sentence structure | The Coffee Break Spanish Show 1.05
We're back with another episode of the Coffee Break Spanish Show! We're halfway through the series, and this time we're learning about where you can place adverbs when speaking Spanish and how it affects what you are saying.➡️ Click to access the blog article and worksheet which accompany this episode ⬅️ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
‘Tú’ and ‘usted’ - How to navigate informal and formal Spanish | The Coffee Break Spanish Show 1.04
Welcome to another episode of the Coffee Break Show! This time, we're helping you use ‘tu’ and ‘usted’ like native speakers of Spanish. With the help of our Spanish team, you'll know how to navigate informal and formal Spanish, enabling you to communicate more naturally in the language.➡️ Click to access the blog article and worksheet which accompany this episode ⬅️ Hosted on Acast. See acast
How to say 'I like' in Spanish - Using 'gustar' in any tense | The Coffee Break Spanish Show 1.03
In this episode of the Coffee Break Spanish Show, we look at how the verb ‘gustar’ works and how to use it in different tenses and situations. After listening to this episode, you'll be able to say that you like something in Spanish, using 'gustar' in any tense!➡️ Click to access the blog article and worksheet which accompany this episode ⬅️☕️ Purchase a Coffee Break mug here ☕️ Hosted on Aca
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