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What is the Spanish word for 'library'?
What is the Spanish word for 'library'?
- un mercado
- una biblioteca (correct)
- una iglesia
- un cine
The phrase 'no hay nada que hacer' means 'there is a lot to do.'
The phrase 'no hay nada que hacer' means 'there is a lot to do.'
False (B)
What does 'un castillo en ruinas' refer to in English?
What does 'un castillo en ruinas' refer to in English?
a ruined castle
In my town, there is a ______ near the town hall.
In my town, there is a ______ near the town hall.
Match the following places with their function:
Match the following places with their function:
Which term refers to the direction 'south' in Spanish?
Which term refers to the direction 'south' in Spanish?
The phrase 'está situado en el este del paÃs' means 'it is situated in the north of the country.'
The phrase 'está situado en el este del paÃs' means 'it is situated in the north of the country.'
The phrase 'toma la ______ a la derecha' means 'take the road on the right.'
The phrase 'toma la ______ a la derecha' means 'take the road on the right.'
What does 'está situado/a en un valle' translate to in English?
What does 'está situado/a en un valle' translate to in English?
The phrase 'llueve (muy) poco' means 'it rains often'.
The phrase 'llueve (muy) poco' means 'it rains often'.
What is the English translation of 'una zona muy montañosa'?
What is the English translation of 'una zona muy montañosa'?
The phrase 'una región muy _____' translates to 'a very _____ region'.
The phrase 'una región muy _____' translates to 'a very _____ region'.
Match the Spanish phrases with their English meanings:
Match the Spanish phrases with their English meanings:
Which term describes an area 'full of forests'?
Which term describes an area 'full of forests'?
In which season is it indicated that there is often good weather?
In which season is it indicated that there is often good weather?
Se puede probar platos tÃpicos means one can avoid local dishes.
Se puede probar platos tÃpicos means one can avoid local dishes.
What is a feature of the climate described?
What is a feature of the climate described?
The phrase 'está rodeado de volcanes' means 'it is surrounded by volcanoes'.
The phrase 'está rodeado de volcanes' means 'it is surrounded by volcanoes'.
Translate '¿A qué hora abre la biblioteca?' into English.
Translate '¿A qué hora abre la biblioteca?' into English.
The city is located ______ a valley.
The city is located ______ a valley.
Match the following shops with their types:
Match the following shops with their types:
Which phrase indicates a cultural aspect?
Which phrase indicates a cultural aspect?
The phrase 'no cierra a mediodÃa' means 'it closes at noon'.
The phrase 'no cierra a mediodÃa' means 'it closes at noon'.
What does 'Hay demasiada gente' mean?
What does 'Hay demasiada gente' mean?
The food was very ______.
The food was very ______.
Which of the following is a common activity when visiting a city?
Which of the following is a common activity when visiting a city?
The phrase 'es más económico' means 'it is more convenient'.
The phrase 'es más económico' means 'it is more convenient'.
What does 'una excursión' mean?
What does 'una excursión' mean?
I tend to go ______ shopping centres.
I tend to go ______ shopping centres.
Which of the following describes a scenic feature?
Which of the following describes a scenic feature?
What does 'acogedor/a' mean?
What does 'acogedor/a' mean?
The phrase 'disfrutar de las vistas' means 'enjoy the views'.
The phrase 'disfrutar de las vistas' means 'enjoy the views'.
What is the Spanish term for 'to hire'?
What is the Spanish term for 'to hire'?
In summer, it is often _____ and sunny.
In summer, it is often _____ and sunny.
Match the following activities with their descriptions:
Match the following activities with their descriptions:
Which of the following is an example of a historic place in a town?
Which of the following is an example of a historic place in a town?
The phrase 'hay muchas tiendas' means 'there are many shops'.
The phrase 'hay muchas tiendas' means 'there are many shops'.
In my town, there are ______ to enjoy outdoor activities.
In my town, there are ______ to enjoy outdoor activities.
Match the following locations with their characteristics:
Match the following locations with their characteristics:
What does 'sigue todo recto' instruct someone to do?
What does 'sigue todo recto' instruct someone to do?
The term 'una bolera' refers to a place where one can swim.
The term 'una bolera' refers to a place where one can swim.
What does 'el bullicio de una ciudad' refer to?
What does 'el bullicio de una ciudad' refer to?
'Llueve a menudo' means 'it snows very little'.
'Llueve a menudo' means 'it snows very little'.
What is at one thousand meters above sea level?
What is at one thousand meters above sea level?
The climate is _____ in winter.
The climate is _____ in winter.
Which phrase suggests a city has cultural richness?
Which phrase suggests a city has cultural richness?
Match the following seasons with their Spanish terms:
Match the following seasons with their Spanish terms:
'Hay más ofertas' means 'there are fewer offers'.
'Hay más ofertas' means 'there are fewer offers'.
What is meant by 'hacer cola'?
What is meant by 'hacer cola'?
¿Me puede _____ un restaurante tÃpico?
¿Me puede _____ un restaurante tÃpico?
What does 'los precios son más bajos' imply?
What does 'los precios son más bajos' imply?
What does 'una piscina' refer to in English?
What does 'una piscina' refer to in English?
'Al lado de' means 'next to'.
'Al lado de' means 'next to'.
What is the Spanish term for 'market'?
What is the Spanish term for 'market'?
In my town, there are ______ restaurants.
In my town, there are ______ restaurants.
What is the meaning of 'está a mil metros sobre el nivel del mar'?
What is the meaning of 'está a mil metros sobre el nivel del mar'?
The phrase 'al lado del rÃo' means 'next to the mountains'.
The phrase 'al lado del rÃo' means 'next to the mountains'.
What is meant by '¿Cuánto cuesta una entrada?' in English?
What is meant by '¿Cuánto cuesta una entrada?' in English?
The phrase 'el clima es _______' translates to 'the climate is _______'.
The phrase 'el clima es _______' translates to 'the climate is _______'.
Match the following types of shops with their descriptions:
Match the following types of shops with their descriptions:
Flashcards
Touristy
Touristy
Describes a town or city that is often visited by tourists, usually due to its attractions or historical significance.
Industrial
Industrial
Describes a town or city that focuses on manufacturing and industry.
Turn
Turn
Means to go in a certain direction, like turning your body or a vehicle.
The first
The first
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Opposite
Opposite
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Nearby
Nearby
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Go up
Go up
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Where is the...?
Where is the...?
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Impressive natural landscapes
Impressive natural landscapes
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Mountainous area
Mountainous area
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Mild climate
Mild climate
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Lots going on
Lots going on
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Welcoming place
Welcoming place
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Hiking and cycling
Hiking and cycling
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Try local dishes
Try local dishes
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Famous for
Famous for
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Where is the city located?
Where is the city located?
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What is the city's surrounding landscape?
What is the city's surrounding landscape?
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What is the city's proximity to bodies of water?
What is the city's proximity to bodies of water?
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What is the city's proximity to the sea?
What is the city's proximity to the sea?
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What is the city's volcanic activity like?
What is the city's volcanic activity like?
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What is the city's natural environment like?
What is the city's natural environment like?
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What is the city's elevation?
What is the city's elevation?
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What is the city known for?
What is the city known for?
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What is the city's cultural diversity like?
What is the city's cultural diversity like?
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What is the city's atmosphere like?
What is the city's atmosphere like?
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What is the city's climate like?
What is the city's climate like?
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What is the city's climate like?
What is the city's climate like?
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How often does it rain in the city?
How often does it rain in the city?
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What is the city's significance for you?
What is the city's significance for you?
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What is your favorite place to visit?
What is your favorite place to visit?
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Full of forests
Full of forests
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Volcanic city
Volcanic city
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Forest city
Forest city
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City bustle
City bustle
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Rainy town
Rainy town
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Lively town
Lively town
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Home town
Home town
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Favorite place
Favorite place
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Department store
Department store
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Online shopping
Online shopping
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Cinema
Cinema
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Market
Market
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Sports centre
Sports centre
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Port
Port
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Town square
Town square
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Touristy City
Touristy City
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Natural Landscapes
Natural Landscapes
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Industrial City
Industrial City
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Study Notes
Spanish Vocabulary for Describing a Town/City
- Location & Description:
- Town/City features: town hall, bar(s), castle (ruined), cinema, market, museum(s), park, sports centre, port, restaurants (lots of), theatre, library, bowling alley, church, swimming pool, beach(es), town square, ice rink, post office, shop(s), sights (lots of), many interesting places
- Location modifiers: situated in... of the country; north, east, south, west; at the end of, next to, in front of, opposite, behind, to the right, to the left, go straight ahead, take, cross, go down, go up, turn, first, second, third, street, bridge, corner, end of the street, by the river, between, surrounded by, full of, next to, at; various directions: go straight on, turn right/left, take the first/second/third..., road on the right/left, go over the bridge/traffic lights, cross the square/street.
- Location descriptions: In a valley, between the desert and mountains, next to the river, next to the Mediterranean sea, surrounded by volcanoes, full of woods/forests, full of selvas (forests) a mountainous region, picturesque area, a region very humid, situated in a valley, at one thousand meters above sea level , a humid region; on the corner/at the end of the street, opposite the museum, by the river
- General Information:
- Something/a lot to do, nothing to do, lots to do, much going on, very welcoming, attractive
- Type of town/city: historical, modern, quiet, noisy, touristy, industrial, pretty, ugly, welcoming, attractive, famous for, well-known for, home town, favourite place; hustle and bustle of a city, various cultural influences, impressive natural landscapes, many interesting places, a very humid region, a mountainous / picturesque area
- Climate & Seasons:
- Climate descriptions: dry, sunny, hot, mild, cold, rain often, snow seldom, very little rain, it rains often
- Seasons: spring, summer, autumn, winter
- Points of Interest & Activities:
- Ask for: map, more information, price of ticket(s), opening/closing hours, place to get tickets, bus schedules, guided tours, restaurant recommendations, trip recommendations, information about, how much is a ticket, where to get tickets, opening times, what time does the library open, are there guided tours, can you recommend a typical restaurant; questions about, see, saw, saw interesting places, had a guide, a tour, helped understand the history, walked around, bought many things, hired a mountain bike, took a tourist bus, went up/down, learned about the culture, was impressed, views were amazing, food was great, people were open, enjoy the views, enjoy the atmosphere, spend lots of time in the open air, go up the tower, do a bus tour.
- Trip impressions / feelings: It was a one-off experience/ What a scare!/ Will go back one day, What would you do?, I liked it, it was great, I loved it, experience unique
- Shopping:
- Types of shops: bank, greengrocer's, tobacconist's, butcher's, jeweller's, bakery, cake shop, hairdresser's, clothes shop, shoe shop, chain stores, department stores, designer shops, second-hand shops, shopping online/on the internet
- Buying items: present/gift, stamps, letter, souvenirs, presents, fans, key rings, teddy bears, earrings, caps, cups, sweets, stickers
- Shopping hours: business hours, opening hours; from Monday to Friday, opens at..., closes at... closed/open every day, not closing at midday,
- Shopping preferences: I like/hate/prefer... chain stores, department stores, designer shops, second-hand shops, shopping online/on the internet, I prefer, dislike, enjoy
- Shopping concerns: cheaper one(s), have change, queueing; it's cheaper, more practical, more convenient, more variety, too many people, more offers, bargains, variety, deals, bargains, branded items, alternative clothing, fashionable clothing, lower prices
- Trips / Tours:
- Trip descriptions: saw, saw interesting places, had a guide, a tour, helped understand the history, walked around, bought many things, hired a mountain bike, took a tourist bus, went up/down, learned about the culture, was impressed, views were amazing, food was great, people were open
- Activities: went up/down, learned about the culture, was impressed, views were amazing, food was great, people were open
- Trip impressions / feelings: It was a one-off experience/ What a scare!/ Will go back one day, What would you do?, asking for information, maps, bus schedules, guided tours, restaurant recommendations.
- Suggestions/Ideas:
- If you were mayor, introduce more pedestrian areas, renovate old buildings, improve transport system, create leisure areas, build a new centre, invest in rural tourism, control noise, make the most of the good weather, improve the transport system, make changes to the transport system, create more pedestrian areas and suggest places for visitors, recommendations for typical restaurants. Question /Statement about the place: How is your area like? What is your area like?
Additional Vocabulary
- Directions: Go straight on, turn right/left, take the first/second/third..., road on the right/left, go over the bridge/traffic lights, cross the square/street; follow the signs. Go straight ahead, take the number 37 bus, turn right/left, take the first street on the left, take a road on the left.
- General phrases: Can you help me?, I want to buy...
- Miscellaneous: What I liked most was..., Can you give me a map of the town? / Can you give me a map of the city?, A trip / excursion, souvenirs/gifts, food, souvenirs, gifts, fans, key rings, teddy bears, earrings, caps, cups, sweets, stickers, a present, sellos, una carta, recoger (to pick up).
Prepositions of Place (Examples)
- next to: al lado de, junto a
- opposite: enfrente de
- behind: detrás de
- in front of: delante de
- by the river: al lado del rÃo
- between...and...: entre... y...
Describing Places
- surrounded by: rodeado/a de
- full of: lleno/a de
- situated in a valley: situado/a en un valle
- enjoyable, picturesque, amazing weather; historical, modern and quiet, noisy and industrial, touristy, pretty, ugly, welcoming, attractive, famous for and well-known for, home town, favourite place
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