#12 - Why “Excitado” Might Get You Slapped 😅

#12 - Why “Excitado” Might Get You Slapped 😅

Author: Latin ELE May 27, 2025 Duration: 2:20
🙈 Avoid embarrassing Spanish mistakes! Grab Don’t Screw Up Spanish, the guide that keeps your Spanish (and dignity) safe. 

In this spicy episode of Spanish Quickie, Marco clears up a common and awkward mistake Spanish beginners make: using “excitado” to say “excited.” 😳

Discover what it really means, and learn the right words to express your excitement—without sounding like you’re hitting on someone at the wrong moment.

A must-listen to avoid embarrassing mix-ups!

📚 Study with the summary on our blog at Latin ELE 
https://latinele.com/excitado-vs-excited-spanish-false-friend/

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