Coffee Break Spanish

Season 3 – Lesson 18 – Coffee Break Spanish

Aug 5, 2011
Mark and Alba dive into the pros and cons of online shopping, sharing both delightful and disastrous experiences. From delivery delays to receiving wrong items, the debate heats up. They discuss how online shopping benefits remote areas and the joy of browsing in stores. Alba paints a vivid picture of Granada's stunning Alhambra and vibrant tapas culture, while José offers catchy Spanish phrases for addressing inattention. Grammar insights on the personal 'a' and double negatives further enrich the conversation!
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ANECDOTE

Long Delivery And Poor Support

  • Mark ordered a receipt scanner online on Dec 29 and it arrived more than eight weeks later.
  • He couldn't get help from the company, which left him frustrated about the delay.
ANECDOTE

Wrong Items Shipped Often

  • Alba says her online purchases have always been disasters, including receiving the wrong book.
  • She prefers buying in physical stores to avoid these recurring issues.
INSIGHT

Online Shopping Expands Access

  • Mark points out online shopping widens access for remote or island communities without many stores.
  • He argues online stores offer selection unequalled by small local shops.
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