Coffee Break Spanish Season 3 – Lesson 03 – Coffee Break Spanish
Jun 14, 2011
In this engaging discussion, José, known for his insightful intermedio segments, offers intriguing insights into natural Spanish expressions. Alba shares her vibrant experience at a Halloween party, complete with her witch costume and delightful tales of Scottish traditions. The duo compares Halloween celebrations between Scotland and Spain, highlighting unique customs. José also teaches two colloquial ways to express exhaustion—estoy molido and estoy hecho polvo—while Mark delves into grammar details like the subjunctive after quizás. It's a fun blend of culture and language!
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Alba's Halloween Party Experience
- Alba attended a pre-Halloween party and had to dress up as a witch with hat, skirt, makeup, a wart and a broom.
- She danced late, tried Glenfiddich whisky for the first time, and enjoyed the night a lot.
Halloween’s Growing Influence In Spain
- Halloween is becoming more common in Spain but still less celebrated than in Scotland or the US.
- In Spain people tend to dress up and go out, while trick-or-treating is not generally widespread.
Dress Up To Skip Entry Fees
- Many clubs let you enter without a costume, but some waive the entry fee if you dress up.
- Consider wearing a costume to save on entry and enhance the party experience.