Welcome to a new session of the Learning Spanish for Beginners Podcast.
In this session, we will explore common Spanish words related to different parts of a house, from the kitchen to the bedroom. By the end, you’ll have the tools to describe your surroundings and improve your conversational skills.
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Living Room Vocabulary (La Sala)
The living room, or “la sala” in Spanish, is often the heart of the home. Here are some common items in English along with their Spanish translations:
– Sofa – El sofá
– Chair – La silla
– Coffee table – La mesa de centro
– Television – La televisión
– Carpet – La alfombra
– Lamp – La lámpara
– Curtains – Las cortinas
– Picture frame – El marco de fotos
– Ceiling fan – El ventilador de techo
– Bookcase – El librero
Practice Tip:
Here’s a practice tip you can use to memorize words faster:
Label the items in your living room with sticky notes that include their Spanish names. Every time you see them, you’ll reinforce your vocabulary.
Let’s move on to the next category…
Kitchen Vocabulary (La Cocina)
The kitchen, or “la cocina,” is full of objects you use daily. Here are some key vocabulary words to memorize:
– Refrigerator – El refrigerador
– Stove – La estufa
– Oven – El horno
– Sink – El fregadero
– Fork – El tenedor
– Knife – El cuchillo
– Cutting board – La tabla para cortar
– Spoon – La cuchara
– Plate – El plato
– Bowl – El plato hondo
– Glass – El vaso
– Coffee mug – La taza para café
– Microwave – El microondas
– Pan – La sartén
– Cooking pot – La olla
– Ladle – El cucharón
– Blender – La licuadora
– Cabinets – Los gabinetes
– Kitchen counter – El mostrador de cocina
Practice Tip:
Here’s a simple practice tip you can use: As you cook or set the table, say the names of each item in Spanish outloud. For example:
- “Este es un plato” (“This is a plate”)
- “Voy a usar el cuchillo para cortar las verduras” (“I’m going to use the knife to cut the vegetables”)
Let’s move on…
Bedroom Vocabulary (El Dormitorio)
Your bedroom, or el dormitorio, is a personal space where you can practice describing everyday objects like these ones:
– Bed – La cama
– Pillow – La almohada
– Blanket – La cobija / La manta
– Wardrobe / Closet – El closet / El armario
– Mirror – El espejo
– Nightstand – La mesita de noche
– Lamp – La lámpara
– Alarm clock – El despertador
– Sheets – Las sábanas
– Air conditioner – El aire acondicionado
Practice Tip:
Here’s a simple practice tip you can try: Describe your bedtime routine in Spanish.
For instance:
- “Voy a apagar la lámpara y acostarme en la cama” (“I’m going to turn off the lamp and lie down in bed”).
Let’s keep going…
Bathroom Vocabulary (El Baño)
The bathroom, or “el baño,” has its own unique set of vocabulary words. Here we go:
– Shower – La regadera
– Toilet – El inodoro
– Toilet paper – El papel de baño
– Sink – El lavabo
– Toothbrush – El cepillo de dientes
– Toothpaste – La pasta de dientes
– Towel – La toalla
– Soap – El jabón
– Shampoo – El champú
– Mirror – El espejo
Dining Room Vocabulary (El Comedor)
In the dining room, or “el comedor,” you’ll find many objects that overlap with the kitchen. Here are a few common ones:
– Table – La mesa
– Chair – La silla
– Plate – El plato
– Bowl – El plato hondo
– Glass – El vaso
– Napkin – La servilleta
– Cutlery – Los cubiertos
– Pitcher – La jarra
– Tea pot – La tetera
– Coffee machine – La cafetera
Other General Vocabulary
Here are some additional words that are useful for describing your home:
– Door – La puerta
– Window – La ventana
– Floor – El suelo
– Wall – La pared
– Ceiling – El techo
– Stairs – Las escaleras
– Key – La llave
– Light – La luz
– Light switch – El interruptor / El apagador
Learning Spanish vocabulary for the home is a great way to build your foundation in the language while incorporating it into your daily life.
The more you practice using these words in context, the more natural it will feel to speak Spanish.
Take small steps each day. Labeling objects, narrating your routines, or practicing phrases with a friend or family member, every effort counts.
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That’s all for today’s session.