Coffee Break Spanish

Season 3 – Lesson 14 – Coffee Break Spanish

Jul 22, 2011
Join Mark and Alba as they dive into the enchanting region of Galicia, where Alba’s boyfriend David shares fascinating insights about its lush landscapes and vibrant culture. The trio then lightens the mood with a discussion on Valentine's Day traditions in Spain, highlighting the unique Sant Jordi celebration. Alba and David offer romantic phrases perfect for love notes, and later, a movie recommendation about Che Guevara adds a cinematic twist. Plus, get practical tips on using the imperfect subjunctive for a deeper understanding of Spanish grammar.
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ANECDOTE

Galicia: Green Home And Pilgrimage

  • David, Alba's boyfriend, describes Galicia as a very green, rainy region similar to Scotland.
  • He explains local cities like Santiago de Compostela and the Camino de Santiago pilgrimage route.
INSIGHT

Language Shifts By Context

  • Galicia has its own regional language, Galician, which resembles Portuguese more than Spanish.
  • David uses Galician with grandparents and in villages, switching languages depending on context.
ANECDOTE

Valentine Plans Abroad

  • Alba and David discuss celebrating Valentine's Day differently while living in Scotland.
  • David says they'll celebrate San Valentín properly because they're in Scotland, unlike their likely approach in Spain.
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