Coffee Break Spanish CBS 1.26 | At the market in Spain
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Jun 13, 2009 Discover the vibrant world of Spanish markets in this delightful session. Enhance your culinary vocabulary with essential shopping phrases for tasty items like jamón serrano and cheese. Engage with the lively atmosphere as you learn polite requests and negotiation skills. Dive into cultural significance while mastering useful terms for food discussions. Whether you're asking for quantities or bartering, this journey through market essentials equips you with confidence for your next food adventure!
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Ask Politely For Food Portions
- Use phrases like “Deme” or “Póngame” when asking for food quantities at a market.
- Say polite forms such as “Quisiera cuatro lonchas de jamón” to sound courteous and clear.
Units Change By Food Type
- Spanish market sellers use different units for foods: lonchas for slices, trozos for pieces, kilos for weight.
- Choosing the right unit (una loncha, un trozo, medio kilo) helps you get exactly what you want.
Ask And Try Before Buying
- If you don't recognize an item, ask “¿Qué es eso?” and then request a sample with “¿Puedo probarlo?”.
- Use probarlo when trying food items to confirm you like them before buying.