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What is the meaning of the verb 'tutear'?
What is the meaning of the verb 'tutear'?
- To use formal expressions
- To express gratitude
- To treat someone informally (correct)
- To ask someone for help
When addressing a stranger in Spanish, which form of greeting is generally preferred?
When addressing a stranger in Spanish, which form of greeting is generally preferred?
- Formal (correct)
- It doesn't matter
- Depends on the region
- Informal
What does '¿Le puedo tutear?' mean in English?
What does '¿Le puedo tutear?' mean in English?
- Can I treat you informally? (correct)
- Can you help me, please?
- How are you?
- Thank you very much
Which of the following is NOT a formal greeting in Spanish?
Which of the following is NOT a formal greeting in Spanish?
In what situations is it appropriate to use formal Spanish?
In what situations is it appropriate to use formal Spanish?
What is the Spanish equivalent of 'How are you?' in the informal form?
What is the Spanish equivalent of 'How are you?' in the informal form?
If someone offers to treat you informally, how might they respond if you ask if you can address them informally?
If someone offers to treat you informally, how might they respond if you ask if you can address them informally?
Which of these is an appropriate response to 'Good evening' in Spanish?
Which of these is an appropriate response to 'Good evening' in Spanish?
Which of the following Spanish phrases is NOT a polite way to say "goodbye"?
Which of the following Spanish phrases is NOT a polite way to say "goodbye"?
What is the Spanish phrase for "How are you?" when addressing a single person?
What is the Spanish phrase for "How are you?" when addressing a single person?
If you are planning to study later today, how would you express this in Spanish?
If you are planning to study later today, how would you express this in Spanish?
What is the Spanish word for "Pleased (to meet you)" when addressing someone you're formally meeting?
What is the Spanish word for "Pleased (to meet you)" when addressing someone you're formally meeting?
What is the Spanish phrase for "See you later"?
What is the Spanish phrase for "See you later"?
What is the proper way to say "What's your name?" in Spanish?
What is the proper way to say "What's your name?" in Spanish?
How do you express "I am from (Filipinas)" in Spanish?
How do you express "I am from (Filipinas)" in Spanish?
What is the correct translation for the Spanish phrase "Cuidate"
What is the correct translation for the Spanish phrase "Cuidate"
Flashcards
What’s your name?
What’s your name?
A common way to ask someone for their name in Spanish.
Nice to meet you
Nice to meet you
A polite expression used when meeting someone for the first time.
Where are you from?
Where are you from?
A question used to inquire about someone's origin or hometown.
Goodbye
Goodbye
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I have to go
I have to go
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See you tomorrow
See you tomorrow
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Likewise
Likewise
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Pleased (to meet you)
Pleased (to meet you)
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Tutear
Tutear
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Formal Greetings
Formal Greetings
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Informal Greetings
Informal Greetings
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Hola
Hola
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¿Cómo estás?
¿Cómo estás?
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¿Cómo está usted?
¿Cómo está usted?
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De nada
De nada
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Gracias
Gracias
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Study Notes
Basic Spanish Greetings
- Spanish greetings are similar to other languages, including English.
- People often say they're fine, even if they aren't, especially if they don't know the other person well. This is considered a common cliché.
- Formal expressions are used with strangers, in formal settings (e.g., government offices, client meetings), and when speaking to older people.
Formal vs. Informal
- Spanish uses different forms for formal and informal settings.
- Masculine and feminine forms are sometimes used.
- Use formal forms when in doubt.
- Informality can be indicated by the verb "tutear."
- This verb doesn't have a direct English translation.
- Examples: "tú" (singular informal), and "vosotros" (plural informal)
- You can ask if you can use the informal form using phrases like "Puedo tutearte?" (Can I use the informal form with you?)
Common Greetings (Examples)
- Formal: ¿Cómo está usted? (How are you?)
- Informal: ¿Cómo estás? (How are you?)
- Informal: ¿Qué tal? (What's up?)
Additional Phrases
- Thank you (Formal): Bien (gracias), ¿y usted?
- Thank you (Informal): Bien (gracias), ¿y tú?
- You're welcome: De nada
- I'm sorry (Formal): Lo siento.
- I'm sorry (Informal): Lo siento
- I'm sorry (Informal, more emphatic): Lo siento mucho
- Please: Por favor
- Good Bye (Formal): Adiós
- Good Bye (Informal): Adiós
- See you later: Hasta luego
- See you tomorrow: Nos vemos mañana / Te veo mañana.
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