The mastery of a language in the only implies knowing its grammar and pronunciation, but also having a wide and varied vocabulary. At the intermediate level of the Spanish course, we will focus on a specific area of vocabulary: travel vocabulary. Learning and mastering this vocabulary alone will allow you to communicate effectively during your travels, but also better understand the culture and customs of Spanish-speaking countries.
Basic Travel Vocabulary
Let's start with some basic words and phrases that will be useful to you on any trip. 'Viaje' in Spanish is said 'viaje' and 'turista' is translated as 'tourist'. If you want to ask for directions, you can say 'Can you tell me how to get to...?' and if you need help, simply say 'I need help'. Here you have some more words that you might need:
- Billette - Ticket
- Equipaje - Luggage
- Airport - Airport
- Estación de tren - Train station
- Hotel - Hotel
- Restaurant - Restaurant
- Museo - Museum
- Map - Map
- Travel guide - Travel guide
Accommodation Vocabulary
When you travel, one of the first things you need to know is how to talk about accommodation. Here you have some useful words and phrases:
- Reserve a room - To book a room
- Reception - Reception
- Check-in / Check-out
- Individual / double room - Single / double room
- Breakfast included - Breakfast included
- How much does it cost per night? - How much is it per night?
Food and Drink Vocabulary
Food is an important part of any trip. Here are some words and phrases that will help you order food and drinks in Spanish:
- Menu - Menu
- Incoming - Starter
- Plato principal - Main course
- Post - Dessert
- Vino - Wine
- Cerveza - Beer
- Can I have the account, please? - Can I have the bill, please?
Emergency Vocabulary
We hope you don't need it, but it's important to know some emergency words and phrases:
- Ayuda - Help
- I'm lost - I'm lost
- Where is the nearest hospital? - Where is the nearest hospital?
- Police - Police
- Accident - Accident
As you advance in your learning of Spanish, we encourage you to expand your vocabulary in all these areas and more. Remember, practice makes perfection. Good luck on your Spanish learning journey!
