A Zero To A Hero: Learn Spanish! S2E3 - “Welcome to the familia”
Nov 2, 2023
Logan dives into his family tree, sharing anecdotes about his favorite relatives while learning new Spanish phrases. Esteban teaches the art of speaking in the third person and the use of possessive adjectives. A lively chat with Babbel Live teacher Ruby reveals the special bond she shares with her mother. Listeners also get tips on describing family members’ personalities and the nuances of asking about siblings. Plus, a lighthearted discussion about gossip and future plans for conversations with grandparents adds a fun twist!
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Practice Family Phrases First
- Practice talking about other people by learning family vocabulary and using the verb tener for possession.
- Use phrases like yo no tengo hermanos and empecemos to build confidence speaking about relatives.
Party Introduction Success
- Logan shared that he introduced himself in Spanish at a party and spoke for about five minutes.
- He found it easier to talk about himself than about his family in Spanish.
Talking About Others Is A Bigger Step
- Learners often master self-introductions before they can comfortably talk about others.
- Talking about family introduces new grammar like third-person verbs and possessive adjectives.