¿Cómo estoy yo?

¿Cómo estoy yo?

Author: Small Town Spanish Teacher July 27, 2020 Duration: 11:26

Who is the Small Town Spanish Teacher? This new season of personal simple stories continues with the a description of the creator. “Soy” and “estoy” are often confused in Spanish because they both translate as “I am”, however, they are used in different situations. This episode answers the questions “¿Cómo estoy yo?” (How am I [feeling]?) with the emotions I feel in various circumstances. These emotions include frustration (estoy frustrada), anger (estoy enojada), boredom (estoy aburrida), nerves (estoy nerviosa), tiredness (estoy cansada), exhaustion (estoy agotada), confusion (estoy confundida), embarrassment (estoy avergonzada), worry (estoy preocupada), sadness (estoy triste), excitement (estoy emocionada), surprise (estoy sorprendida) and gratitude (estoy agradecida). This simple story features multiple repetitions of “estoy” and “soy” (I am) as well as many other comprehensible verbs in the “yo” (I) form.

You can find a transcript of the story and read along at https://smalltownspanishteacher.com/2020/07/27/simple-stories-in-spanish-como-estoy-yo/

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Hosted by the Small Town Spanish Teacher, Simple Stories in Spanish offers a gentle, story-driven path into the language. Each biweekly episode features an original, easy-to-follow narrative told entirely in Spanish, designed to be accessible whether you're just starting out or looking to maintain your hard-earned skills. The charm of this podcast lies in its simplicity-engaging tales about everyday life, curious characters, and relatable scenarios become your learning material, moving you beyond vocabulary lists into the natural flow of spoken language. You'll find yourself picking up common phrases, grammatical structures, and cultural nuances almost without noticing, simply by following the story. It’s a low-pressure, immersive experience that builds comprehension gradually and effectively. For those who want to dive deeper, full transcripts are available on the teacher's website to reinforce what you hear. More than just a lesson, this podcast feels like a quiet moment of connection, a chance to get lost in a tale while your ear adjusts to a new rhythm of speech. If you've ever felt overwhelmed by traditional language instruction, this approach provides a welcoming alternative. Tune in, let the story carry you, and feel your understanding grow with every episode. Your support for the continued creation of these stories is always appreciated.
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