Just like in English, there is no shortage of ways to say ”you are beautiful” in Spanish. Here are the most common phrases you’ll hear. Don’t forget that you’ll need to use the appropriate feminine or masculine form depending on what you’re talking about.
- Eres bella/bello (feminine/masculine)
- Eres hermosa/hermoso (feminine/masculine)
- Eres preciosa/precioso (feminine/masculine)
- Eres guapa/guapo (feminine/masculine)
The examples above can be used interchangeably, just as they are in English. A good example is you might tell your significant other that they are beautiful or they are gorgeous. It expresses the same emotion. Getting comfortable with the nuances of Spanish words can take some time. But remember, you don’t have to tackle them all at once. As you move forward on your language journey, you’ll adopt the version of the phrase you’re most comfortable with.
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Learn Spanish Words and Phrases
People choose to learn Spanish for different reasons. Many hear the language in their daily lives. After all, Spanish is heard in popular music, movies, and TV shows. Other people want to learn Spanish based on their plans to work, vacation, or volunteer in any of the 20 countries where Spanish is the official language. Regardless of your reason, you can get off to a great start by first learning how to pronounce some very basic words and phrases. It is an important step to understand and be understood by any of the 437 million people around the world who speak Spanish.
Too often, new Spanish learners focus on memorizing lengthy lists of Spanish vocabulary words and phrases. Then they become frustrated because they have little-to-no ability to participate in everyday Spanish conversation. That’s why it’s advised that new Spanish language learners work on understanding and pronouncing basic words and phrases. This smart and proven approach to learning Spanish will help you learn to confidently and comfortably speak Spanish.
You should know that Spanish does have some pronunciation distinctions that can make it a challenge for language learners. As one example, the letter r is pronounced differently and takes some practice for most new learners. This distinct sound is formed by tapping the tip of the tongue on the roof of the mouth, about a third of the way back in the mouth. Some Spanish language experts suggest new learners practice making the “tt” sound, as it sounds in the English word butter.
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When you have a handle on basic Spanish words and short phrases, you can move onto the longer phrases you’ll use in everyday conversation. Rosetta Stone’s short, 10-minute language lessons are designed to lead you along this natural path to learning—first teaching the basics, then tackling the longer phrases. This comprehensive approach will help you acquire the skills to speak Spanish with confidence.
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