Beginner Spanish 17: Social networks

Beginner Spanish 17: Social networks

Author: Spanish Obsessed June 6, 2018 Duration: 12:34

Learn the latest Spanish vocabulary around social networks, and communication in the digital age. How are social networks changing Spanish (as well as English)? How do you say "update", "upload", "download", "tag", and other important "digital verbs"? What is "a like" in Spanish?


Beginner Spanish with Spanish Obsessed is a language podcast hosted by Rob and Liz, a couple whose own dynamic-he's English, she's Colombian-mirrors the authentic, living language they share. Instead of dry textbook lessons, you'll hear their engaging and lively conversations as they unpack essential phrases, practical vocabulary, and the subtle points of grammar and pronunciation. The focus is always on the Spanish you’d actually encounter, providing a genuine feel for how the language is used in different places. Each episode revolves around relatable topics, building the tools you need for real-world situations. You might learn how to confidently order different types of coffee at a café one week, and then pick up the phrases needed to tell a story about your weekend the next. Listening to this podcast feels like sitting in on a helpful, friendly chat where the intricacies of a new language become clear and approachable. Rob and Liz structure their discussions to be immediately useful, breaking down concepts in a way that sticks. It’s an accessible resource for anyone starting their journey, emphasizing natural comprehension and the confidence to speak.
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Podcast Episodes
Beginners 42: Getting on with people [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 15:37
Learn ways to talk about "getting on with people" (or not!) in Spanish. You'll learn how to use "llevarse bien/mal", "caerse bien", as well as some intriguing English borrowings ("hacer clik", for example!).
Beginners 40: Telling stories with the present tense [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 11:32
Did you know you can use the present tense to talk about the past? It's something called the "historical tense", which adds drama to your stories. Learn how to use it in this episode!
Beginners 39: Negotiating prices [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 17:28
How to get a discount in Spanish - make sure you ask three times using the phrases you learn in this episode!
Beginners 38: Clothes shopping [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 14:11
Learn useful phrases to help you go clothes shopping, with verbs like "quedar" and "medirse".
Beginners 37: Hablar, decir, and contar [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 12:33
Learn to tell the difference between "hablar", "decir" and "contar" - three commonly confused verbs in Spanish.
Beginners 36: Saber vs Conocer [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 15:51
Learn the difference between these two verbs, which both mean "to know".Find out more about Foundations 1, our new structured interactive video course for Beginners.
Beginners 35: "Reverse construction" verbs [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 10:08
Do you get confused by "gustar" and other similar verbs? Learn about "reverse construction" verbs, and use them to sound more natural in your Spanish.
Beginners 34: Dedicar and dedicarse [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 9:14
Learn how to use the verbs dedicar and dedicarse to talk about your jobs, passions, and life.
Beginners 33: Uses of "tener" [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 11:14
"Tener" is a very common word, but to get the most out of it it's worth learning a few different uses. Learn these to sound more natural in your Spanish!