Spanish - Module 5 Vocab
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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.'

    False

    What does 'un castillo en ruinas' refer to in English?

    a ruined castle

    In my town, there is a ______ near the town hall.

    <p>library</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Match the following places with their function:

    <p>una piscina = a place for swimming un teatro = a place for plays un mercado = a place to buy food un puerto = a place for boats</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which term refers to the direction 'south' in Spanish?

    <p>el sur</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The phrase 'está situado en el este del país' means 'it is situated in the north of the country.'

    <p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The phrase 'toma la ______ a la derecha' means 'take the road on the right.'

    <p>calle</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does 'está situado/a en un valle' translate to in English?

    <p>It is situated in a valley</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The phrase 'llueve (muy) poco' means 'it rains often'.

    <p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the English translation of 'una zona muy montañosa'?

    <p>a mountainous area</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The phrase 'una región muy _____' translates to 'a very _____ region'.

    <p>húmeda</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Match the Spanish phrases with their English meanings:

    <p>hay mucha marcha = there is lots going on practicar deportes acuáticos = do water sports ver edificios de estilos muy diferentes = see buildings with very different styles disfrutar de las vistas = enjoy the views</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which term describes an area 'full of forests'?

    <p>lleno/a de selvas</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In which season is it indicated that there is often good weather?

    <p>spring</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Se puede probar platos típicos means one can avoid local dishes.

    <p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a feature of the climate described?

    <p>It is usually sunny</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The phrase 'está rodeado de volcanes' means 'it is surrounded by volcanoes'.

    <p>True</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Translate '¿A qué hora abre la biblioteca?' into English.

    <p>At what time does the library open?</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The city is located ______ a valley.

    <p>in</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Match the following shops with their types:

    <p>la carnicería = butcher's la panadería = bakery la joyería = jeweller's la peluquería = hairdresser's</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which phrase indicates a cultural aspect?

    <p>varias influencias culturales</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The phrase 'no cierra a mediodía' means 'it closes at noon'.

    <p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does 'Hay demasiada gente' mean?

    <p>There are too many people.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The food was very ______.

    <p>good</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is a common activity when visiting a city?

    <p>Rental of a mountain bike</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The phrase 'es más económico' means 'it is more convenient'.

    <p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does 'una excursión' mean?

    <p>a trip</p> Signup and view all the answers

    I tend to go ______ shopping centres.

    <p>to</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following describes a scenic feature?

    <p>está lleno de bosques</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does 'acogedor/a' mean?

    <p>welcoming</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The phrase 'disfrutar de las vistas' means 'enjoy the views'.

    <p>True</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the Spanish term for 'to hire'?

    <p>alquilar</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In summer, it is often _____ and sunny.

    <p>hot</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Match the following activities with their descriptions:

    <p>probar platos típicos = trying local dishes practicar deportes acuáticos = doing water sports hacer un recorrido en autobús = doing a bus tour pasear por los lagos artificiales = boating on artificial lakes</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is an example of a historic place in a town?

    <p>A ruined castle</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The phrase 'hay muchas tiendas' means 'there are many shops'.

    <p>True</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In my town, there are ______ to enjoy outdoor activities.

    <p>parks</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Match the following locations with their characteristics:

    <p>La plaza Mayor = A public square Un cine = A place to watch films Una iglesia = A place of worship Un teatro = A place for performances</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does 'sigue todo recto' instruct someone to do?

    <p>Go straight ahead</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The term 'una bolera' refers to a place where one can swim.

    <p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does 'el bullicio de una ciudad' refer to?

    <p>The hustle and bustle of a city</p> Signup and view all the answers

    'Llueve a menudo' means 'it snows very little'.

    <p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is at one thousand meters above sea level?

    <p>Está a mil metros sobre el nivel del mar.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The climate is _____ in winter.

    <p>cold</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which phrase suggests a city has cultural richness?

    <p>Varias influencias culturales</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Match the following seasons with their Spanish terms:

    <p>Spring = Primavera Summer = Verano Autumn = Otoño Winter = Invierno</p> Signup and view all the answers

    'Hay más ofertas' means 'there are fewer offers'.

    <p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is meant by 'hacer cola'?

    <p>Queuing</p> Signup and view all the answers

    ¿Me puede _____ un restaurante típico?

    <p>recomendar</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does 'los precios son más bajos' imply?

    <p>The prices are lower</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does 'una piscina' refer to in English?

    <p>A swimming pool</p> Signup and view all the answers

    'Al lado de' means 'next to'.

    <p>True</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the Spanish term for 'market'?

    <p>un mercado</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In my town, there are ______ restaurants.

    <p>lots of</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the meaning of 'está a mil metros sobre el nivel del mar'?

    <p>It is at one thousand meters above sea level</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The phrase 'al lado del río' means 'next to the mountains'.

    <p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is meant by '¿Cuánto cuesta una entrada?' in English?

    <p>How much does a ticket cost?</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The phrase 'el clima es _______' translates to 'the climate is _______'.

    <p>dry, sunny, hot, mild, cold</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Match the following types of shops with their descriptions:

    <p>la panadería = bakery la carnicería = butcher's la joyería = jeweller's la frutería = greengrocer's</p> Signup and view all the answers

    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 río
    • 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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