Basic Spanish Phrases
This free audio lesson is full of basic Spanish phrases that will help you blend in with the locals! Just a few minutes with the Rocket Spanish team and you'll have a range of common Spanish expressions to use when socializing with Spanish people.
Whether you want to wish someone well or apologize for standing on their toes, this Spanish language lesson is not to be missed. Listen carefully to the Spanish pronunciation and practice the phrases aloud until you feel confident!
How to pronounce basic Spanish phrases
Here are some of the most basic Spanish phrases to get you started. Further on in this lesson we will look at the pronunciation of these and more Spanish phrases.
- ¡Buena suerte! "Good luck!"
- ¡Diviértete! "Have fun!"
- ¡Con mucho amor! "Lots of love!"
- ¡Buen viaje! "Have a good trip!"
- ¡Buen provecho! "Enjoy your meal!"
- ¡Salud! "Cheers!"
- ¡Muy bien! "Well done!"
- ¡Cuídate! "Take care!" (casual)
- ¡Cuídese! "Take care!" (formal)
- Los mejores deseos para… "Best wishes for..."

Basic Spanish Phrases
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Important! Remember What You Learn
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Ready to Start Learning Spanish?
Why not check out some more lessons on Spanish phrases next? Here are some recommended lessons:
- Spanish medical phrases - just in case!
- How to pronounce "I love you" in Spanish like a native speaker.
- Being able to talk about the weather in Spanish can be a wonderful ice-breaker when chatting to locals.
See you soon! ¡Hasta pronto!
Mauricio Evlampieff: Rocket Spanish