Spanish

The English phrase “august first” is translated into Spanish as primero de agosto. In Spanish, the day is mentioned before the month.

The English phrase ‘abilities’ is translated into Spanish as habilidades.

The English phrase “brandy” is translated into Spanish as brandy. brandy refers to the liquor.

The English phrase ‘barbed wire’ is translated into Spanish as alambre de púas. The term refers to twisted strands of steel wire.

To say “someone is smooth” in Spanish, use alguien es suave.

Xica is the Spanish name for an indigenous people and language from the state of Oaxaca, Mexico.

The English phrase “my favorite color is green” is translated into Spanish as mi color favorito es el verde.

The English phrase “mr. and mrs.” is translated into Spanish as señor y señora. señor y señora is used as a title for a married couple.

In Colombia you ask ¿Cómo estás? with friends and ¿Cómo está? with older people or in formal settings. ¿Qué más? is the casual favorite.

To say “I want coke” in Spanish, use quiero Coca-Cola. This phrase is used to request a Coca-Cola drink.