2.2 – Basic Conversation in Spanish

2.2 – Basic Conversation in Spanish

Author: Live Lingua April 30, 2024 Duration: 0:49
In this episode, we take a look at a basic conversation in which two people discuss a location. That location is Boston, where a Mr. Michael Smith is from. This is a conversation between Mrs. Laura Ramirez & Michael Smith. Mr. Smith has recently moved to Mexico.

Join Ray as he navigates the practical side of picking up a new language in Learn Spanish with Live Lingua. This isn't about dry grammar drills; it's built around the actual phrases and exchanges you'd encounter while traveling or engaging with different cultures. Each mini-episode focuses on breaking down a real-world conversation, making the structure and nuance of Spanish more accessible and less intimidating. You'll hear the dialogue at pace, then get a slowed-down, piece-by-piece explanation that clarifies why things are said a certain way. The goal is to build comprehension and confidence for everyday situations, whether you're ordering in a restaurant, asking for directions, or having a simple chat with a neighbor. Produced by Live Lingua, this podcast turns short, focused listening sessions into tangible progress, connecting language learning directly to the places and societies where it's spoken. It’s a straightforward companion for fitting practice into a busy day, emphasizing useful, immediate understanding over perfection.
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Duration: 4:08
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Duration: 2:23
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3.6: Ask what you do (formal vs informal) [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 2:22
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3.5: Saying your profession in a complete sentence [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 1:57
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3.4: Professions in Spanish [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 1:40
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3.3: Work & family language and cultural notes [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 1:40
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3.2: Conversation about work & family [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 0:53
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Duration: 0:41
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2.22 – Review + Congratulations [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 1:14
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