Argentinian Spanish: Conversation Focus
Practice common questions and answers for your trip!
Greetings & Introductions
Starting conversations and saying hello.
You say:
HelloHola
They might say:
HelloHola
You ask:
How are you?¿Cómo estás?
They might reply:
They ask:
What is your name?¿Cómo te llamas? / ¿Cómo se llama? (formal)
You reply:
My name is [Your Name]Me llamo [Tu Nombre]
You say:
Nice to meet youMucho gusto / Encantado(a) de conocerle
They might reply:
Nice to meet you tooIgualmente / Mucho gusto
You say:
GoodbyeAdiós
They might say:
Understanding & Asking for Help
Basic communication needs.
You ask:
Do you speak English?¿Hablas inglés?
They might reply:
You say:
I don’t understand.No entiendo.
They might say:
(They might try to rephrase or speak slower)
(Intentarán reformular o hablar más despacio)
You ask:
Can you repeat that, please?¿Puedes repetirme eso, por favor?
They might say:
Of course! (and repeat)
¡Claro! (y repiten)
You ask:
Can you speak slower, please?¿Puedes hablar un poco más despacio, por favor?
They might say:
Yes, sorry. (and speak slower)
Sí, perdón. (y hablan más despacio)
You ask:
Where is the bathroom?¿Dónde está el baño?
They might reply:
You say:
Thank you.Gracias.
They might reply:
You're welcome.De nada.
Questions You Might Be Asked
Be prepared for these common inquiries.
They ask:
Where are you from?¿De dónde eres? / ¿De dónde es usted? (formal)
You reply:
I am from [Your Country].Soy de [Tu País].
They ask:
How long are you staying for?¿Cuánto tiempo te quedas?
You reply:
I am staying for [Number] days/weeks.Me quedo por [Número] días/semanas.
They ask:
When did you arrive?¿Cuándo llegaste?
You reply:
I arrived yesterday / [Number] days ago.Llegué ayer / hace [Número] días.
They ask:
Are you having a nice time?¿Lo estás pasando bien?
You reply:
Yes, it's wonderful!¡Sí, es maravilloso!
They ask:
Where have you visited so far?¿Qué lugares has visitado hasta ahora?
You reply:
I have visited [Place 1] and [Place 2].He visitado [Lugar 1] y [Lugar 2].
They ask:
What do you think of [Buenos Aires]?¿Qué piensas de [Buenos Aires]?
You reply:
I love it!
It's very beautiful.¡Me encanta! / Es muy hermoso.
Telling Time
Asking and stating the time.
You ask:
What time is it?¿Qué hora es?
They might reply:
Asking for Directions
Finding your way around.
You ask:
Excuse me, where is [the park]?Perdón, ¿dónde está [el parque]?
They might reply:
You ask:
How do you get to [the museum]?¿Cómo se va a [el museo]?
They might reply:
(They give directions)(Dan indicaciones)
You ask:
Is there a [bank] nearby?¿Hay un [banco] cerca?
They might reply:
You ask:
How far is it to [the airport]?¿Qué tan lejos está [el aeropuerto]?
They might reply:
You ask:
What is the address?¿Cuál es la dirección?
They might reply:
(They provide the address)(Proporcionan la dirección)
Transportation
Getting around by bus, train, etc.
You ask:
Where is the train station / bus stop?¿Dónde está la estación de tren / la parada de autobús?
They might reply:
(They give directions)(Dan indicaciones)
You ask:
Can I buy a ticket to [Destination]?¿Puedo comprar un boleto para [Destino]?
Ticket officer might say:
You ask:
How many stops to [Stop Name]?¿Cuántas paradas hay hasta [Nombre de Parada]?
They might reply:
[Number] stops.[Número] paradas.
You ask:
What is the next stop?¿Cuál es la próxima parada?
They might reply:
The next stop is [Stop Name].La próxima parada es [Nombre de Parada].
You ask:
When is the next [train/bus] to [Destination]?¿Cuándo es el próximo [tren/autobús] a [Destino]?
They might reply:
At [Time] / In [Number] minutes.A las [Hora] / En [Número] minutos.
You say:
I’m lost, can you help me?Estoy perdido/a, ¿puede ayudarme?
They might reply:
Of course, where do you want to go?Claro, ¿a dónde quiere ir?
At a Restaurant
Ordering food and drinks.
You say:
A table for [number] people, please.Una mesa para [número] personas, por favor.
Waiter might ask:
Waiter might ask (if you have a reservation):
What name is it under? / What time is it for?¿A nombre de quién? / ¿Para qué hora?
You reply:
It's under [Name] / For [Time].A nombre de [Nombre] / Para las [Hora].
Waiter asks:
What would you like to drink?¿Qué le gustaría beber/tomar?
You reply:
I will take/have a [drink].Tomaré una [bebida].
Waiter asks:
Are you ready to order? / And for food?¿Están listos para pedir? / ¿Y para comer?
You might reply:
You say:
I’m vegetarian. / I’m allergic to [nuts].Soy vegetariano/a. / Soy alérgico/a a [las nueces].
Waiter might say:
Okay, I'll let the kitchen know. / We have these options...De acuerdo, avisaré a la cocina. / Tenemos estas opciones...
You ask:
Can you bring me [the salt], please?¿Puede traerme [la sal], por favor?
Waiter might say:
Of course.Por supuesto.
You ask:
The bill, please.La cuenta, por favor.
Waiter might say:
Right away. Cash or card?Enseguida. ¿Efectivo o tarjeta?
Shopping & Excursions
Buying souvenirs, tickets, and goods.
Shop assistant might ask:
What can I help you with today? / Are you looking for anything in particular?¿En qué puedo ayudarte hoy? / ¿Estás buscando algo en particular?
You might reply:
I'm just looking, thanks. / Yes, I'm looking for...Solo estoy mirando, gracias. / Sí, estoy buscando...
You ask:
How much is this?¿Cuánto cuesta esto?
Shopkeeper might reply:
It's [price] pesos.Son [precio] pesos.
You ask:
Do you accept credit cards?¿Aceptan tarjetas de crédito?
Shopkeeper might reply:
You ask:
Can I try it on? / What size is it?¿Puedo probármelo? / ¿Qué talla es?
Shop assistant might reply:
Of course, the fitting rooms are over there. / It's a size [Medium].Claro, los probadores están por allí. / Es talla [Mediana].
You ask:
Do you have a size [Small/Large]? / Do you have a bigger/smaller size?¿Tienes una talla [Pequeña/Grande]? / ¿Tienes una talla más grande/pequeña?
Shop assistant might reply:
Let me check for you. / Sorry, we don't have that size.Déjame ver. / Lo siento, no tenemos esa talla.
You ask (for excursions):
How long is the trip? / What’s included in the price?¿Cuánto dura el viaje/excursión? / ¿Qué está incluido en el precio?
Seller might reply:
(Provides details about the excursion)(Proporciona detalles sobre la excursión)
You say:
I'll take it. / Can I have a bag?Me lo llevo. / ¿Puedo tener una bolsa?
Shopkeeper might ask/say:
Great. / Of course, here you go.Genial. / Claro, aquí tiene.
Other Useful Words & Phrases
Handy vocabulary and common statements.
General Phrases & Statements:
- YesSí
- NoNo
- PleasePor favor
- Thanks a lotMuchas gracias
- Welcome (when you arrive)Bienvenidos
- Excuse mePerdón / Disculpe / Permiso / Con permiso
- I’m sorryLo siento
- I speak a little SpanishHablo un poquito de español
- I don’t speak English (if a local says it)No hablo inglés
- Have a great day!¡Que tengas un buen día!
- What’s up?¿Qué pasa?
Telling Time Vocabulary:
- MinuteMinuto
- HourHora
- TimeHora / Tiempo
- TomorrowMañana
- YesterdayAyer
- MorningMañana
- Tomorrow morningMañana por la mañana
- MiddayMediodía
- MidnightMedianoche
- Early hours of the morningMadrugada
- NightNoche
- (Three weeks) agoHace (tres semanas)
- TodayHoy
- NowAhora
Directions Vocabulary:
- The bus stopLa parada de autobús
- The bankEl banco
- The museum of [name]El museo del [nombre]
- The parkEl parque
- The hospitalEl hospital
- The airportEl aeropuerto
- The churchLa iglesia
- LeftIzquierda
- RightDerecha
- Straight onSiga recto / Derecho
- Turn to the...Gira a la…
- Over therePor allá / Allí
Transportation Vocabulary:
- By foot / walkingA pie / Andando
- By busEn autobús / En colectivo
- By trainEn tren
- By carEn coche / en auto
- By planeEn avión
- By subway / metroEn metro / En subte
- Single ticketBoleto de ida / Pasaje de ida
- Return ticketBoleto de ida y vuelta / Pasaje de ida y vuelta
Eating Out Vocabulary & Statements:
- RestaurantEl restaurante
- BreakfastEl desayuno
- LunchEl almuerzo
- DinnerLa cena
- AppetizerEntrada / Picada
- Main CoursePlato principal
- DessertPostre
- BeerCerveza
- Red wineVino tinto
- White wineVino blanco
- Keep the change (as a tip)Quédate con el cambio / la propina
Shopping Vocabulary & Statements:
- StoreLa tienda / El negocio
- PriceEl precio
- MoneyEl dinero / La plata
- Credit cardTarjeta de crédito
- CashDinero en efectivo
- DiscountEl descuento / La rebaja
- T-shirtLa remera / La camiseta
- Top/blouseLa blusa / El top
- Pants/trousersLos pantalones
- ShoesLos zapatos / Las zapatillas
- SwimsuitEl traje de baño / La malla
- SuncreamCrema solar / Protector solar
- SunglassesGafas de sol / Lentes de sol
- That is too expensiveEs demasiado caro
- I can give you ($20) for itPuedo darte ($20) por ello
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