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Subject Pronouns in Spanish: 100 Example Sentences | My Language Classes
What Are Subject Pronouns in Spanish?
Do you ever wonder how to say I, you, or they in Spanish?
If you’ve started learning Spanish or even reached an intermediate level, you’ve likely come across small words like yo, tú, or ellos. These are called subject pronouns, and they play a huge role in every Spanish sentence!🔍 So, what exactly is a subject pronoun?
Subject pronouns are the words we use to replace the subject of a sentence. They tell us who is doing the action — just like in English we say I eat, you run, or she sings, in Spanish we say yo como, tú corres, or ella canta.
Let’s look at the Spanish subject pronouns:
English Spanish Pronunciation (approx.) I yo yoh you (informal) tú too he él el she ella EH-yah you (formal) usted oos-TEHD we (masculine/mixed) nosotros noh-SOH-trohs we (feminine) nosotras noh-SOH-trahs you all (Spain, informal) vosotros/vosotras boh-SOH-trohs / boh-SOH-trahs you all (Latin America/formal) ustedes oos-TEH-dehs they (masculine/mixed) ellos EH-yohs they (feminine) ellas EH-yahs These words are simple, but using them correctly helps you sound fluent and natural in conversation.
✅ Why are subject pronouns important?
- They replace names of people or things.
- They help avoid repetition.
- They make sentences shorter and clearer.
- They show formality and gender in communication.
📚 Quick Example:
- Yo estudio español. (I study Spanish.)
- Tú hablas inglés. (You speak English.)
- Ellos viven en México. (They live in Mexico.)
Whether you’re talking to a friend, writing an email, or reading a book, subject pronouns are always there — guiding the meaning of every sentence.
100 Spanish Subject Pronoun Example Sentences (With English Translations)
Below are 100 example sentences using Spanish subject pronouns like yo, tú, él, ella, nosotros, vosotros, ellos, and more. These examples range from basic to intermediate level and cover a variety of daily life situations, common verbs, and contexts. Each sentence includes the subject pronoun, the verb, and an English translation.
🧍 1–10: Sentences Using Yo (I)
- Yo estudio español. – I study Spanish.
- Yo como pan todos los días. – I eat bread every day.
- Yo vivo en Madrid. – I live in Madrid.
- Yo trabajo en una oficina. – I work in an office.
- Yo hablo inglés y francés. – I speak English and French.
- Yo leo libros por la noche. – I read books at night.
- Yo escucho música clásica. – I listen to classical music.
- Yo escribo cartas a mis amigos. – I write letters to my friends.
- Yo bebo agua con limón. – I drink water with lemon.
- Yo camino al parque cada mañana. – I walk to the park every morning.
👤 11–20: Sentences Using Tú (You – informal)
- Tú eres muy simpático. – You are very nice.
- Tú juegas al fútbol los sábados. – You play soccer on Saturdays.
- Tú comes mucha fruta. – You eat a lot of fruit.
- Tú estudias medicina. – You study medicine.
- Tú hablas muy rápido. – You speak very fast.
- Tú vives en Barcelona, ¿verdad? – You live in Barcelona, right?
- Tú cantas muy bien. – You sing very well.
- Tú corres en el parque. – You run in the park.
- Tú escribes poesía. – You write poetry.
- Tú lees revistas de moda. – You read fashion magazines.
👨🦰 21–30: Sentences Using Él (He)
- Él es mi hermano. – He is my brother.
- Él trabaja en un hospital. – He works in a hospital.
- Él come carne todos los días. – He eats meat every day.
- Él juega al baloncesto. – He plays basketball.
- Él vive solo. – He lives alone.
- Él canta en una banda. – He sings in a band.
- Él estudia ingeniería. – He studies engineering.
- Él duerme mucho. – He sleeps a lot.
- Él bebe café con leche. – He drinks coffee with milk.
- Él lee el periódico. – He reads the newspaper.
👩 31–40: Sentences Using Ella (She)
- Ella es mi amiga. – She is my friend.
- Ella vive en Lima. – She lives in Lima.
- Ella trabaja como profesora. – She works as a teacher.
- Ella come ensalada todos los días. – She eats salad every day.
- Ella canta muy bonito. – She sings very beautifully.
- Ella estudia arte. – She studies art.
- Ella escribe cuentos. – She writes stories.
- Ella escucha la radio. – She listens to the radio.
- Ella toma té por la tarde. – She drinks tea in the afternoon.
- Ella baila salsa. – She dances salsa.
👩⚖️ 41–50: Sentences Using Usted (You – formal)
- ¿Usted es doctor? – Are you a doctor?
- Usted trabaja aquí, ¿no? – You work here, right?
- Usted habla muy bien español. – You speak Spanish very well.
- Usted vive en esta casa. – You live in this house.
- Usted camina todos los días. – You walk every day.
- Usted come muy saludable. – You eat very healthily.
- Usted enseña matemáticas. – You teach mathematics.
- ¿Usted tiene hijos? – Do you have children?
- Usted conduce un coche rojo. – You drive a red car.
- Usted lee muchos libros. – You read many books.
👬 51–60: Sentences Using Nosotros/Nosotras (We)
- Nosotros vamos al cine. – We go to the cinema.
- Nosotros estudiamos español juntos. – We study Spanish together.
- Nosotros vivimos en México. – We live in Mexico.
- Nosotros comemos pizza los viernes. – We eat pizza on Fridays.
- Nosotros jugamos videojuegos. – We play video games.
- Nosotras hablamos por teléfono. – We (females) talk on the phone.
- Nosotras cocinamos arroz. – We (females) cook rice.
- Nosotras caminamos a la escuela. – We walk to school.
- Nosotros leemos novelas. – We read novels.
- Nosotros viajamos en tren. – We travel by train.
🧑🤝🧑 61–70: Sentences Using Vosotros/Vosotras (You all – informal Spain)
- Vosotros sois mis amigos. – You all are my friends.
- Vosotros habláis muy rápido. – You all speak very fast.
- Vosotros vivís en Valencia. – You all live in Valencia.
- Vosotros coméis juntos. – You all eat together.
- Vosotros estudiáis historia. – You all study history.
- Vosotras vais al mercado. – You all (feminine) go to the market.
- Vosotras cantáis bien. – You all sing well.
- Vosotros jugáis fútbol cada tarde. – You all play football every afternoon.
- Vosotros leéis el mismo libro. – You all read the same book.
- Vosotros escribís muy bien. – You all write very well.
👥 71–80: Sentences Using Ustedes (You all – Latin America/formal)
- Ustedes son estudiantes. – You all are students.
- Ustedes trabajan mucho. – You all work a lot.
- Ustedes viven cerca del centro. – You all live near downtown.
- Ustedes hablan inglés y alemán. – You all speak English and German.
- Ustedes comen en casa. – You all eat at home.
- Ustedes bailan muy bien. – You all dance very well.
- Ustedes leen libros interesantes. – You all read interesting books.
- Ustedes escriben poemas. – You all write poems.
- Ustedes viajan cada verano. – You all travel every summer.
- Ustedes escuchan música pop. – You all listen to pop music.
👨👩👧👦 81–90: Sentences Using Ellos (They – masculine/mixed)
- Ellos son mis hermanos. – They are my brothers.
- Ellos juegan en el equipo. – They play on the team.
- Ellos viven en Chile. – They live in Chile.
- Ellos trabajan en una fábrica. – They work in a factory.
- Ellos comen mucho arroz. – They eat a lot of rice.
- Ellos estudian medicina. – They study medicine.
- Ellos corren rápido. – They run fast.
- Ellos cantan juntos. – They sing together.
- Ellos leen el menú. – They read the menu.
- Ellos beben jugo de naranja. – They drink orange juice.
👭 91–100: Sentences Using Ellas (They – feminine)
- Ellas son mis primas. – They are my cousins (females).
- Ellas viven en Perú. – They live in Peru.
- Ellas cocinan muy bien. – They cook very well.
- Ellas estudian biología. – They study biology.
- Ellas hablan despacio. – They speak slowly.
- Ellas juegan al voleibol. – They play volleyball.
- Ellas escriben en sus diarios. – They write in their diaries.
- Ellas leen cuentos de hadas. – They read fairy tales.
- Ellas bailan flamenco. – They dance flamenco.
- Ellas beben té verde. – They drink green tea.
Vocabulary List from 100 Example Sentences
Subject Pronouns in Spanish – Complete Word List with Categories
Below is a categorized vocabulary list of all the important words used across the 100 example sentences you just read. This section helps reinforce learning and gives you a quick-reference guide to study verbs, nouns, adjectives, and more.
Organized into sub-sections for easy review:
🔤 A. Subject Pronouns (Los Pronombres Personales)
English Spanish I yo you (informal) tú he él she ella you (formal) usted we (masculine/mixed) nosotros we (feminine) nosotras you all (Spain, informal) vosotros / vosotras you all (Latin America/formal) ustedes they (masculine/mixed) ellos they (feminine) ellas
🧠 B. Verbs (Los Verbos)
Spanish English estudiar to study comer to eat vivir to live trabajar to work hablar to speak leer to read escuchar to listen escribir to write beber to drink caminar to walk jugar to play cantar to sing correr to run dormir to sleep enseñar to teach tener to have conducir to drive ir to go viajar to travel ser to be estar to be (temporary)
📦 C. Nouns (Los Sustantivos)
Spanish English español Spanish (language) pan bread oficina office inglés English (language) francés French (language) libros books música clásica classical music cartas letters agua water limón lemon parque park medicina medicine fútbol soccer ensalada salad arte art cuentos stories radio radio té tea salsa salsa (dance) doctor doctor casa house coche car matemáticas mathematics hijos children cine cinema pizza pizza videojuegos video games mercado market historia history estudiantes students centro downtown alemán German (language) poemas poems verano summer jugo juice menú menu primas cousins (female) biología biology diarios diaries cuentos de hadas fairy tales flamenco flamenco (dance) té verde green tea
🎨 D. Adjectives (Los Adjetivos)
Spanish English simpático / simpática nice rápido / rápida fast bonito / bonita pretty / beautiful saludable healthy interesante interesting mucho / mucha a lot / much solo / sola alone juntos / juntas together mismo / misma same rojo / roja red buenos / buenas good
🚀 E. Adverbs and Others (Los Adverbios y Otros)
Spanish English todos los días every day muy very por la noche at night cada mañana every morning los sábados on Saturdays mucho a lot en in por la tarde in the afternoon aquí here no no / not sí yes ¿verdad? right? también also / too juntos together cerca near solo only / just
Subject Pronouns Fill-in-the-Blank Exercise: Test Your Knowledge
It’s time to check how well you’ve understood the Spanish subject pronouns. Below are 20 fill-in-the-blank sentences where you need to insert the correct Spanish subject pronoun (e.g., yo, tú, ella, nosotros, etc.).
Try not to look at the previous sections. Think carefully about the context, verb form, and whether the subject is formal, informal, singular, plural, masculine, or feminine.
📝 Fill in the Blanks (Choose the Correct Subject Pronoun)
- _____ estudio español todos los días.
- ¿_____ hablas inglés con tus amigos?
- _____ trabaja en una oficina en la ciudad.
- _____ vivimos en México desde hace tres años.
- _____ comen mucha fruta fresca.
- _____ vais al colegio juntos.
- ¿_____ es la profesora nueva?
- _____ canta muy bien y toca la guitarra.
- _____ leen cuentos por la noche.
- _____ escribo en mi diario cada día.
- _____ sois mis compañeros de clase.
- _____ estudian en la universidad.
- _____ hablo con mi madre todos los días.
- _____ viajan a España cada verano.
- _____ camina con su perro en el parque.
- ¿_____ tiene tiempo para hablar ahora?
- _____ bebemos té verde cada mañana.
- _____ bailan salsa en las fiestas.
- _____ leo el periódico en el tren.
- _____ trabajáis mucho, ¿verdad?
Check Your Answers for the Subject Pronouns Exercise
Let’s go over the answers together! Below are the complete sentences with the correct Spanish subject pronoun filled in. The answer part is bold, and each sentence is followed by its English translation to help reinforce understanding.
✔️ Answer Key: Fill-in-the-Blank Subject Pronoun Sentences
- Yo estudio español todos los días.
I study Spanish every day. - ¿Tú hablas inglés con tus amigos?
Do you speak English with your friends? - Él trabaja en una oficina en la ciudad.
He works in an office in the city. - Nosotros vivimos en México desde hace tres años.
We have been living in Mexico for three years. - Ellos comen mucha fruta fresca.
They eat a lot of fresh fruit. - Vosotros vais al colegio juntos.
You all go to school together. (used in Spain) - ¿Usted es la profesora nueva?
Are you the new teacher? (formal) - Ella canta muy bien y toca la guitarra.
She sings very well and plays the guitar. - Ellos leen cuentos por la noche.
They read stories at night. - Yo escribo en mi diario cada día.
I write in my diary every day. - Vosotros sois mis compañeros de clase.
You all are my classmates. (Spain) - Ustedes estudian en la universidad.
You all study at the university. (Latin America or formal) - Yo hablo con mi madre todos los días.
I talk to my mother every day. - Ellos viajan a España cada verano.
They travel to Spain every summer. - Él camina con su perro en el parque.
He walks with his dog in the park. - ¿Usted tiene tiempo para hablar ahora?
Do you have time to talk now? (formal) - Nosotros bebemos té verde cada mañana.
We drink green tea every morning. - Ellas bailan salsa en las fiestas.
They dance salsa at parties. (feminine) - Yo leo el periódico en el tren.
I read the newspaper on the train. - Vosotros trabajáis mucho, ¿verdad?
You all work a lot, right? (Spain)
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) About Subject Pronouns in Spanish
Learning subject pronouns in Spanish is a key step toward building strong sentences and speaking confidently. Here are 20 of the most commonly asked questions by Spanish learners about Spanish subject pronouns, with simple explanations and helpful examples with English translations.
1. What are subject pronouns in Spanish?
Subject pronouns in Spanish are words used to indicate who is doing the action in a sentence. They replace the subject noun and agree with the verb form.
Example:
- Yo estudio español. (I study Spanish.)
2. Do you always need to use subject pronouns in Spanish?
No. In Spanish, subject pronouns are often dropped because the verb ending usually tells you who is doing the action.
Example:
- Estudio español. (I study Spanish.) — Yo is implied.
3. What is the difference between “tú” and “usted”?
Both mean “you,” but tú is informal, used with friends or peers, while usted is formal, used for elders, strangers, or authority figures.
Examples:
- Tú eres mi amigo. (You are my friend.)
- ¿Usted es el doctor? (Are you the doctor?)
4. When do I use “nosotros” vs “nosotras”?
Use nosotros if the group is all-male or mixed. Use nosotras if the group is all female.
Example:
- Nosotros hablamos español. (We [mixed or male] speak Spanish.)
- Nosotras cantamos bien. (We [females] sing well.)
5. What’s the difference between “vosotros” and “ustedes”?
Vosotros (or vosotras) is the informal “you all” used only in Spain.
Ustedes is the formal plural used in Spain and the standard plural “you” in Latin America.Example:
- Vosotros coméis pan. (You all eat bread — informal, Spain)
- Ustedes comen pan. (You all eat bread — Latin America or formal Spain)
6. Can “yo” be used with other people?
Yes. You can say things like yo y María (María and I). The pronoun changes the verb form to match plural.
Example:
- Yo y María vivimos aquí. (María and I live here.)
7. How do I make verbs agree with subject pronouns?
Each subject pronoun has a matching verb conjugation. You must change the verb ending depending on who is doing the action.
Example with “hablar” (to speak):
- Yo hablo, tú hablas, él habla, nosotros hablamos, etc.
8. Is there a neutral or gender-neutral subject pronoun in Spanish?
Traditionally, no. However, some people use elle as a gender-neutral form (non-standard, but used in inclusive language).
Example (informal use):
- Elle es mi amigx. (They are my friend.) – used in gender-inclusive settings.
9. Why does Spanish have so many forms of “you”?
Because Spanish expresses formality, number (singular/plural), and sometimes regional differences.
This allows for more specific and polite communication.
10. Can subject pronouns come after the verb?
Yes, but usually for emphasis, questions, or poetic/literary style.
Example:
- ¿Hablas tú inglés? (Do you speak English?) — puts emphasis on you.
11. What does “vos” mean in Spanish?
Vos is another version of “tú,” used in countries like Argentina, Uruguay, and Paraguay. It uses its own set of verb conjugations called voseo.
Example (Argentina):
- Vos hablás muy bien. (You speak very well.)
12. Is it incorrect to always say the subject pronoun?
It’s not incorrect, but it can sound unnatural if overused. Spanish speakers usually omit it when the meaning is clear from the verb form.
13. What does “él” with an accent mean vs “el” without one?
- Él = he (subject pronoun)
- El = the (definite article for masculine nouns)
Examples:
- Él come pizza. (He eats pizza.)
- El perro duerme. (The dog sleeps.)
14. How do you say “it” in Spanish?
Spanish doesn’t have a direct subject pronoun for “it.” You just use the verb and make it agree with the noun’s gender and number.
Example:
- Llueve. (It’s raining.)
- Es importante. (It is important.)
15. Can I use subject pronouns for emphasis?
Absolutely! Saying the pronoun adds emphasis to contrast or clarify.
Example:
- Yo estudio, pero tú no. (I study, but you don’t.)
16. What is the subject pronoun for “my family”?
“My family” is third-person singular, so use ella (if feminine) or él depending on the gender if personified. But generally, the verb form follows singular:
Example:
- Mi familia vive en Perú. (My family lives in Peru.)
(We don’t say ella here, but the idea is third person singular.)
17. Why are there two forms of “they” (ellos/ellas)?
Because Spanish is a gendered language.
- Ellos: used for all-male or mixed-gender groups
- Ellas: used for all-female groups
18. Is it rude to use “tú” instead of “usted”?
Yes, in some situations. Using tú with someone older, a boss, or a stranger might be seen as disrespectful in many Spanish-speaking cultures.
19. Can subject pronouns change verb meaning?
Yes. The same verb changes meaning slightly depending on who the subject is.
Example with “tener” (to have):
- Yo tengo (I have), tú tienes (you have), ellos tienen (they have)
20. How do I practice subject pronouns daily?
- Write 5 sentences daily using different pronouns.
- Speak aloud using daily actions: Yo como, Tú trabajas, etc.
- Review this blog’s 100 examples and exercises often!
Conclusion: Master Spanish Subject Pronouns with Confidence
Learning subject pronouns in Spanish is one of the most important steps in building real, useful Spanish sentences. These little words — yo, tú, él, ella, nosotros, vosotros, ustedes, ellos, ellas — help you communicate clearly, respectfully, and naturally in everyday conversations.
By now, you’ve learned:
✅ What subject pronouns are and how they work
✅ 100 practical example sentences with English translations
✅ A full vocabulary list to review and reinforce your learning
✅ Fill-in-the-blank practice exercises with detailed answers
✅ 20 deeply explained FAQs to help you with common doubtsWhether you’re talking about yourself (yo hablo español), your friends (ellos juegan al fútbol), or asking someone a question (¿Usted trabaja aquí?), subject pronouns are always part of the sentence structure.
🎯 Final Tips to Remember:
- Use yo, tú, él/ella, etc., to avoid repeating names.
- Pay attention to formality (use usted with strangers or elders).
- Don’t be afraid to omit the subject when the verb makes it clear.
- Practice daily with your own sentences using these pronouns.
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100 Must-Know Spanish Greetings and Introductions | My Language Classes
Learn How to Greet and Introduce Yourself in Spanish Like a Native Speaker
Are you ready to speak Spanish confidently from your very first conversation? Whether you’re traveling to Spain, chatting with Spanish-speaking friends, or starting your language learning journey, greetings and introductions in Spanish are your gateway to real, meaningful communication. Mastering the right Spanish greeting words and phrases helps you connect quickly, sound natural, and feel at home in any Spanish-speaking country.
In this guide, we’ll dive into a complete and easy-to-learn list of 100 vocabulary words and phrases used for greetings and self-introductions in Spanish. You’ll learn how to say hello, introduce yourself, ask someone’s name, greet people formally and informally, and much more. Plus, each word or phrase comes with two practical example sentences and clear English translations to help you see them in real-life context.
Whether you’re a beginner or brushing up your skills, this list will be your go-to reference. Let’s get started with the basics of how Spanish speakers greet and introduce themselves every day!
✅ 100 Essential Spanish Words and Phrases for Greetings and Introductions
Spanish Greetings and Introductions Vocabulary List: Part 1
Spanish Word English Meaning Example 1 Example 2 Hola Hello Hola, ¿cómo estás?
Hello, how are you?Hola a todos, bienvenidos.
Hello everyone, welcome.Buenos días Good morning Buenos días, señor.
Good morning, sir.Te llamo mañana, ¿vale? Buenos días.
I’ll call you tomorrow, okay? Good morning.Buenas tardes Good afternoon Buenas tardes, ¿en qué puedo ayudarte?
Good afternoon, how can I help you?Llegó a casa y dijo buenas tardes.
He arrived home and said good afternoon.Buenas noches Good evening / Good night Buenas noches, que descanses.
Good night, rest well.Buenas noches, nos vemos mañana.
Good evening, see you tomorrow.¿Cómo te llamas? What’s your name? ¿Cómo te llamas? Me llamo Ana.
What’s your name? My name is Ana.Hola, ¿cómo te llamas?
Hi, what’s your name?¿Cómo está usted? How are you? (formal) ¿Cómo está usted hoy?
How are you today?Buenos días, ¿cómo está usted?
Good morning, how are you?¿Cómo estás? How are you? (informal) Hola Juan, ¿cómo estás?
Hi Juan, how are you?¿Cómo estás esta mañana?
How are you this morning?Mucho gusto Nice to meet you Mucho gusto, soy Carla.
Nice to meet you, I’m Carla.¡Hola! Mucho gusto en conocerte.
Hi! Nice to meet you.Encantado Delighted (male) Encantado de conocerte.
Delighted to meet you.Soy Pedro, encantado.
I’m Pedro, delighted.Encantada Delighted (female) Encantada de conocerte.
Delighted to meet you.Hola, soy Laura. Encantada.
Hi, I’m Laura. Delighted.¿Qué tal? How’s it going? ¿Qué tal tu día?
How’s your day going?Hola, ¿qué tal?
Hi, how’s it going?¿Qué pasa? What’s up? ¡Ey! ¿Qué pasa?
Hey! What’s up?¿Qué pasa contigo?
What’s going on with you?Bienvenido Welcome (male) Bienvenido a casa.
Welcome home.¡Hola! Bienvenido a la fiesta.
Hi! Welcome to the party.Bienvenida Welcome (female) Bienvenida a nuestra familia.
Welcome to our family.Bienvenida al equipo.
Welcome to the team.Soy I am Soy Ana, mucho gusto.
I am Ana, nice to meet you.Soy de México.
I am from Mexico.Me llamo My name is Me llamo Carlos.
My name is Carlos.Hola, me llamo Marta.
Hi, my name is Marta.Él se llama His name is Él se llama Juan.
His name is Juan.¿Sabías que él se llama Pedro?
Did you know his name is Pedro?Ella se llama Her name is Ella se llama María.
Her name is María.¿Ella se llama Ana?
Is her name Ana?¿Quién eres? Who are you? ¿Quién eres tú?
Who are you?Disculpa, ¿quién eres?
Excuse me, who are you?Soy nuevo aquí I am new here Hola, soy nuevo aquí.
Hi, I am new here.Perdón, soy nuevo aquí y estoy perdido.
Sorry, I’m new here and I’m lost.
Spanish Greetings and Introductions Vocabulary List: Part 2
Spanish Word English Meaning Example 1 Example 2 ¿Cómo se llama usted? What’s your name? (formal) ¿Cómo se llama usted, señor?
What’s your name, sir?Disculpe, ¿cómo se llama usted?
Excuse me, what’s your name?Te presento a… I introduce you to… (informal) Te presento a mi amiga, Clara.
I introduce you to my friend, Clara.Te presento a mi hermano.
I introduce you to my brother.Le presento a… I introduce you to… (formal) Le presento a la doctora Pérez.
I introduce you to Dr. Pérez.Le presento a mi jefe.
I introduce you to my boss.¿De dónde eres? Where are you from? (informal) ¿De dónde eres tú?
Where are you from?Hola, ¿de dónde eres?
Hi, where are you from?¿De dónde es usted? Where are you from? (formal) ¿De dónde es usted, señora?
Where are you from, ma’am?¿Es usted de España?
Are you from Spain?Soy de… I am from… Soy de Colombia.
I am from Colombia.Soy de un pueblo pequeño.
I am from a small town.Mucho gusto en conocerte Nice to meet you (informal) ¡Mucho gusto en conocerte, Ana!
Nice to meet you, Ana!Me alegra, mucho gusto en conocerte.
I’m glad, nice to meet you.Mucho gusto en conocerle Nice to meet you (formal) Es un placer, mucho gusto en conocerle.
A pleasure, nice to meet you.Buenas tardes, mucho gusto en conocerle.
Good afternoon, nice to meet you.¿Qué hay? What’s new? / What’s up? ¿Qué hay, amigo?
What’s up, friend?Hola, ¿qué hay de nuevo?
Hi, what’s new?Todo bien All good ¿Cómo estás? Todo bien.
How are you? All good.Gracias, todo bien.
Thanks, everything is fine.¿Y tú? And you? (informal) Estoy bien, ¿y tú?
I’m fine, and you?¿Y tú cómo estás?
And how are you?¿Y usted? And you? (formal) Muy bien, ¿y usted?
Very well, and you?¿Y usted cómo se encuentra?
And how are you?¿Cómo va todo? How is everything going? ¿Cómo va todo en el trabajo?
How’s everything going at work?Hola, ¿cómo va todo?
Hi, how is everything going?Nos vemos See you Nos vemos mañana.
See you tomorrow.¡Adiós! Nos vemos pronto.
Bye! See you soon.Hasta luego See you later ¡Hasta luego, amigo!
See you later, friend!Me voy, hasta luego.
I’m leaving, see you later.Hasta pronto See you soon ¡Hasta pronto!
See you soon!Te llamo luego. Hasta pronto.
I’ll call you later. See you soon.Hasta mañana See you tomorrow Buenas noches, hasta mañana.
Good night, see you tomorrow.Nos vemos en clase. Hasta mañana.
See you in class. See you tomorrow.Adiós Goodbye Adiós, que tengas buen día.
Goodbye, have a good day.Adiós, nos vemos después.
Goodbye, see you later.Chao Bye Chao, cuídate.
Bye, take care.Me voy, chao.
I’m leaving, bye.Cuídate Take care (informal) ¡Nos vemos! Cuídate mucho.
See you! Take good care.Cuídate en el viaje.
Take care on your trip.
Spanish Greetings and Introductions Vocabulary List: Part 3
Spanish Word English Meaning Example 1 Example 2 Cuídese Take care (formal) Hasta luego, cuídese.
See you later, take care.Cuídese mucho, señora.
Take care, ma’am.Es un placer It’s a pleasure Es un placer conocerte.
It’s a pleasure to meet you.El placer es mío.
The pleasure is mine.El gusto es mío The pleasure is mine Gracias, el gusto es mío.
Thank you, the pleasure is mine.Encantado, el gusto es mío.
Delighted, the pleasure is mine.¿Cómo te va? How’s it going? ¡Hola! ¿Cómo te va?
Hi! How’s it going?¿Y a ti cómo te va?
And how’s it going for you?Estoy bien I’m well Estoy bien, gracias.
I’m well, thanks.Hoy estoy bien.
I’m good today.Estoy mal I’m not well Hoy estoy mal.
I’m not well today.No dormí, estoy mal.
I didn’t sleep, I’m feeling bad.Estoy cansado/cansada I’m tired (m/f) Estoy cansado después del trabajo.
I’m tired after work.Ella dijo que está cansada.
She said she is tired.Estoy feliz I’m happy Hoy estoy muy feliz.
Today I’m very happy.Estoy feliz de conocerte.
I’m happy to meet you.Estoy triste I’m sad Estoy triste hoy.
I’m sad today.No sé por qué, pero estoy triste.
I don’t know why, but I’m sad.¿Qué haces? What are you doing? ¿Qué haces esta tarde?
What are you doing this afternoon?¿Qué haces aquí?
What are you doing here?Estoy ocupado/ocupada I’m busy (m/f) Lo siento, estoy ocupada.
Sorry, I’m busy.Estoy ocupado ahora.
I’m busy right now.¿Qué haces por aquí? What brings you here? ¡Hola! ¿Qué haces por aquí?
Hey! What brings you here?¿Tú también estás aquí? ¿Qué haces por aquí?
You’re here too? What brings you here?¿Qué tal el día? How was your day? ¿Qué tal el día hoy?
How was your day today?¿Qué tal el día en el trabajo?
How was your day at work?¿Qué cuentas? What’s new? ¿Qué cuentas, amigo?
What’s new, friend?Hace mucho que no te veo, ¿qué cuentas?
Long time no see, what’s new?¿Todo bien? Everything okay? ¿Todo bien con la familia?
Everything okay with the family?Hola, ¿todo bien?
Hi, everything good?Estoy emocionado/emocionada I’m excited (m/f) Estoy emocionado por el viaje.
I’m excited for the trip.¡Estoy emocionada de estar aquí!
I’m excited to be here!Estoy nervioso/nerviosa I’m nervous (m/f) Estoy nervioso por la entrevista.
I’m nervous about the interview.Ella está nerviosa por conocer a su jefe.
She is nervous to meet her boss.¿Cómo te sientes? How do you feel? ¿Cómo te sientes hoy?
How do you feel today?¿Te duele algo? ¿Cómo te sientes?
Does something hurt? How do you feel?Me siento bien I feel good Me siento bien esta mañana.
I feel good this morning.Después de descansar, me siento bien.
After resting, I feel good.Me siento mal I feel bad Me siento mal por lo que dije.
I feel bad about what I said.Hoy me siento mal.
I feel bad today.Spanish Greetings and Introductions Vocabulary List: Part 4
Spanish Word English Meaning Example 1 Example 2 Estoy agradecido/agradecida I’m grateful (m/f) Estoy agradecida por tu ayuda.
I’m grateful for your help.Estoy agradecido de estar aquí.
I’m grateful to be here.Bien también I’m good too ¿Cómo estás? Bien también.
How are you? I’m good too.Estoy bien, gracias. Bien también.
I’m well, thanks. I’m good too.Nos conocemos We know each other ¿Nos conocemos de antes?
Do we know each other from before?Creo que nos conocemos del colegio.
I think we know each other from school.¿Nos hemos visto antes? Have we met before? Disculpa, ¿nos hemos visto antes?
Excuse me, have we met before?Me pareces familiar, ¿nos hemos visto antes?
You seem familiar, have we met before?Mi nombre es… My name is… Mi nombre es Daniel.
My name is Daniel.Mucho gusto, mi nombre es Elena.
Nice to meet you, my name is Elena.El placer es mío The pleasure is mine Encantado. El placer es mío.
Delighted. The pleasure is mine.Gracias, el placer es mío.
Thank you, the pleasure is mine.Soy estudiante I am a student Soy estudiante de medicina.
I’m a medical student.Soy estudiante en la universidad.
I am a student at the university.Trabajo en… I work in… Trabajo en una oficina.
I work in an office.Trabajo en recursos humanos.
I work in human resources.Vivo en… I live in… Vivo en Barcelona.
I live in Barcelona.Vivo en un apartamento pequeño.
I live in a small apartment.¿Dónde vives? Where do you live? ¿Dónde vives ahora?
Where do you live now?¿Dónde vives exactamente?
Where exactly do you live?¿Dónde trabaja usted? Where do you work? (formal) ¿Dónde trabaja usted, señor?
Where do you work, sir?Disculpe, ¿dónde trabaja usted?
Excuse me, where do you work?Tengo… años I am… years old Tengo 25 años.
I am 25 years old.Mi hermana tiene 30 años.
My sister is 30 years old.¿Cuántos años tienes? How old are you? ¿Cuántos años tienes tú?
How old are you?¿Cuántos años tienes ahora?
How old are you now?¿Qué idioma hablas? What language do you speak? ¿Qué idioma hablas en casa?
What language do you speak at home?¿Hablas español? ¿Qué idioma hablas?
Do you speak Spanish? What language do you speak?Hablo español I speak Spanish Hablo español y francés.
I speak Spanish and French.Solo hablo español.
I only speak Spanish.No hablo mucho español I don’t speak much Spanish Lo siento, no hablo mucho español.
Sorry, I don’t speak much Spanish.Estoy aprendiendo, pero no hablo mucho español.
I’m learning, but I don’t speak much Spanish.Estoy aprendiendo español I’m learning Spanish Estoy aprendiendo español en la escuela.
I’m learning Spanish in school.Estoy aprendiendo español por mi cuenta.
I’m learning Spanish on my own.¿Hablas inglés? Do you speak English? ¿Hablas inglés conmigo?
Do you speak English with me?Disculpa, ¿hablas inglés?
Excuse me, do you speak English?Sí, hablo inglés Yes, I speak English Sí, hablo inglés y francés.
Yes, I speak English and French.Claro, sí hablo inglés.
Of course, I speak English.Un placer conocerte A pleasure to meet you (informal) ¡Un placer conocerte, Ana!
A pleasure to meet you, Ana!Fue un placer conocerte hoy.
It was a pleasure to meet you today.Spanish Greetings and Introductions Vocabulary List: Part 5
Spanish Word English Meaning Example 1 Example 2 Un placer conocerle A pleasure to meet you (formal) Buenas tardes, un placer conocerle.
Good afternoon, a pleasure to meet you.Señor, un placer conocerle.
Sir, a pleasure to meet you.Es un honor It’s an honor Es un honor conocerte.
It’s an honor to meet you.Para mí, es un honor estar aquí.
For me, it’s an honor to be here.Con permiso Excuse me (to pass) Con permiso, necesito pasar.
Excuse me, I need to get through.¿Puedo? Con permiso.
May I? Excuse me.Disculpe Excuse me / Sorry (formal) Disculpe, ¿me puede ayudar?
Excuse me, can you help me?Disculpe, ¿es este su asiento?
Excuse me, is this your seat?Perdón Sorry Perdón, no fue mi intención.
Sorry, it wasn’t my intention.Perdón por llegar tarde.
Sorry for being late.Lo siento I’m sorry Lo siento mucho.
I’m very sorry.Lo siento, fue un error.
I’m sorry, it was a mistake.¿Cómo puedo ayudarte? How can I help you? Hola, ¿cómo puedo ayudarte?
Hi, how can I help you?¿En qué puedo ayudarte hoy?
How can I help you today?¿En qué trabaja? What do you do? (formal) ¿En qué trabaja usted?
What do you do for a living?Disculpe, ¿en qué trabaja?
Excuse me, what’s your job?¿A qué te dedicas? What do you do? (informal) ¿A qué te dedicas?
What do you do?Soy abogado, ¿y tú a qué te dedicas?
I’m a lawyer, and you?Soy maestro/maestra I’m a teacher (m/f) Soy maestra de primaria.
I’m a primary school teacher.Soy maestro de español.
I’m a Spanish teacher.Soy doctor/doctora I’m a doctor (m/f) Soy doctor en un hospital.
I’m a doctor in a hospital.Soy doctora especializada en niños.
I’m a pediatrician.Soy ingeniero/ingeniera I’m an engineer (m/f) Soy ingeniero de software.
I’m a software engineer.Soy ingeniera civil.
I’m a civil engineer.Estudio en la universidad I study at the university Estudio en la universidad de Madrid.
I study at Madrid University.Estudio en la universidad para ser abogado.
I study in college to become a lawyer.Soy nuevo/nueva en esto I’m new at this (m/f) Soy nuevo en esto del trabajo.
I’m new at this job.Soy nueva en aprender español.
I’m new at learning Spanish.Estoy practicando español I’m practicing Spanish Estoy practicando español todos los días.
I’m practicing Spanish every day.¿Podemos hablar? Estoy practicando español.
Can we talk? I’m practicing Spanish.¿Eres nuevo/nueva aquí? Are you new here? (m/f) ¿Eres nuevo aquí en la ciudad?
Are you new here in town?¡Hola! ¿Eres nueva aquí?
Hi! Are you new here?¿Puedes repetir eso? Can you repeat that? Perdón, ¿puedes repetir eso?
Sorry, can you repeat that?No entendí, ¿puedes repetirlo?
I didn’t understand, can you repeat it?No entiendo I don’t understand Lo siento, no entiendo.
Sorry, I don’t understand.No entiendo lo que dijiste.
I don’t understand what you said.¿Qué significa…? What does … mean? ¿Qué significa “hola”?
What does “hola” mean?¿Qué significa esa palabra?
What does that word mean?¿Puedes hablar más despacio? Can you speak more slowly? ¿Puedes hablar más despacio, por favor?
Can you speak more slowly, please?No entiendo, ¿puedes hablar más despacio?
I don’t understand, can you speak more slowly?
📝 Fill-in-the-Blank Exercise: Test Your Knowledge
Instructions: Fill in each blank with the correct Spanish word or phrase from the vocabulary list. Each blank corresponds to one word or phrase. Think about what makes the most sense in each sentence.
- ______, me llamo Andrés. ¿Y tú?
- ¿______ está usted, señor Gómez?
- Me llamo Rosa. ______, Pedro.
- ______ tardes, profesora García.
- ¿De dónde ______ tú?
- Me llamo Sara y él ______ de Perú.
- Hasta ______, nos vemos mañana.
- ¿Qué ______ en casa?
- Vivo ______ Barcelona.
- ______, mucho gusto en conocerte.
- ¿Cómo te ______ tú?
- Buenas noches, ______ mamá.
- Hola, ______, ¿todo bien?
- ______ bien, gracias. ¿Y tú?
- ______, ¿de dónde es usted?
- Estoy ______ español con mi profesor.
- ¿Dónde ______ usted ahora?
- Hola, ¿qué ______ de nuevo?
- Soy ______ Colombia.
- Encantado. ______ es Luis.
✅ Check Your Answers: Fill-in-the-Blank Solutions
Below are the correct answers for the 20 Fill-in-the-Blank questions from the previous section. The answers are shown in bold within the full Spanish sentence, along with their English translations.
- Hola, me llamo Andrés. ¿Y tú?
Hello, my name is Andrés. And you? - ¿Cómo está usted, señor Gómez?
How are you, Mr. Gómez? - Me llamo Rosa. Mucho gusto, Pedro.
My name is Rosa. Nice to meet you, Pedro. - Buenas tardes, profesora García.
Good afternoon, Professor García. - ¿De dónde eres tú?
Where are you from? - Me llamo Sara y él es de Perú.
My name is Sara and he is from Peru. - Hasta mañana, nos vemos mañana.
See you tomorrow, we’ll see each other tomorrow. - ¿Qué pasa en casa?
What’s happening at home? - Vivo en Barcelona.
I live in Barcelona. - Bienvenido, mucho gusto en conocerte.
Welcome, nice to meet you. - ¿Cómo te llamas tú?
What’s your name? - Buenas noches, mamá.
Good night, mom. - Hola, amigo, ¿todo bien?
Hi, friend, all good? - Estoy bien, gracias. ¿Y tú?
I am fine, thank you. And you? - Disculpe, ¿de dónde es usted?
Excuse me, where are you from? - Estoy aprendiendo español con mi profesor.
I am learning Spanish with my teacher. - ¿Dónde vive usted ahora?
Where do you live now? - Hola, ¿qué hay de nuevo?
Hi, what’s new? - Soy de Colombia.
I’m from Colombia. - Encantado. Él es Luis.
Nice to meet you. He is Luis.
❓ Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) About Spanish Greetings and Introductions
Whether you’re learning Spanish for travel, school, work, or just for fun, it’s normal to have questions. Here are the most common questions learners ask about greetings and introductions in Spanish—with simple answers that are easy to remember.
1. What’s the difference between “¿Cómo estás?” and “¿Cómo está usted?”
- ¿Cómo estás? is used with friends, kids, or people your age—it’s informal.
- ¿Cómo está usted? is more formal, and used when speaking to strangers, older people, or professionals.
Tip: When in doubt, choose the formal version. It’s polite and always appropriate.
2. How do I know when to say “encantado” or “encantada”?
These words mean “nice to meet you” and change depending on your own gender:
- If you’re male, say encantado.
- If you’re female, say encantada.
3. Can “buenas noches” mean both “good night” and “good evening”?
Yes! In Spanish, buenas noches is used:
- When greeting someone after sunset or in the evening (“Good evening”)
- When leaving or going to bed (“Good night”)
4. Is it okay to just say “Hola” when greeting someone?
Absolutely! Hola is friendly, simple, and perfect for almost every situation—formal or informal. You can always add more if you want, like:
- Hola, ¿cómo estás?
- Hola, buenos días
5. What’s the difference between “me llamo” and “mi nombre es”?
Both mean “my name is”, but:
- Me llamo literally means “I call myself”—and is more common in everyday speech.
- Mi nombre es sounds more formal or professional.
Example:
- Me llamo Carla.
- Mi nombre es Carla Rodríguez.
6. When should I use “tú” vs. “usted”?
- Tú is informal – use it with friends, kids, or people you know well.
- Usted is formal – use it with strangers, elders, or in respectful settings like job interviews.
7. What does “¿Qué tal?” mean exactly?
Qué tal is a casual way of saying:
- “How are you?”
- “How’s it going?”
- “What’s up?”
It’s short and friendly—perfect for everyday conversations.
8. How do I introduce someone else in Spanish?
Use the phrase “Él es…” for a boy/man and “Ella es…” for a girl/woman.
Examples:
- Él es mi amigo, Pedro. → He’s my friend, Pedro.
- Ella es mi profesora. → She’s my teacher.
9. What if I only speak a little Spanish?
Just say:
“Hablo un poco de español.”
That means “I speak a little Spanish.”People will usually slow down and try to help!
10. What should I say when I leave a conversation politely?
Here are a few great ways to say goodbye:
- Adiós – Goodbye
- Hasta luego – See you later
- Nos vemos – See you
- Hasta mañana – See you tomorrow
Choose the one that fits your situation best!
🎯 Conclusion: Start Using Spanish Greetings with Confidence!
Learning how to greet and introduce yourself in Spanish is one of the most powerful first steps toward real conversations. Whether you’re saying ¡Hola! for the first time or practicing phrases like Mucho gusto and ¿Cómo estás?, every word brings you closer to fluency and meaningful connection.
This list of 100 essential Spanish greetings and introduction vocabulary words—with real examples and practice exercises—gives you everything you need to start speaking confidently.
You’ve learned:
- How to introduce yourself and others
- How to ask “How are you?”
- How to say hello, goodbye, and everything in between
- How to respond appropriately, both formally and informally
Now it’s time to put it all into action. Don’t just memorize—use these words in your real-life conversations. Repeat them aloud, write them down, and test yourself with the exercises anytime you need a refresh.
Every time you say “Hola,” you’re building a bridge to a new culture, new friendships, and new opportunities. ✨
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Possessive Adjectives in Spanish
Mastering Possessive Adjectives in Spanish
¡Hola, amigos! If you’re diving into the beautiful world of Spanish, understanding possessive adjectives is a must. These small but powerful words allow you to express ownership and connection, and they’re used all the time in daily conversation. As an expert Spanish teacher and YouTuber, I’m here to break them down for you in a way that’s easy to understand. Let’s get started!
What Are Possessive Adjectives?
Possessive adjectives in Spanish are words that indicate to whom something belongs. Unlike English, Spanish possessive adjectives agree in gender and number with the noun they describe. Here are the main ones you’ll need to know:
Singular Possession Plural Possession mi (my) mis (my) tu (your, informal) tus (your, informal) su (his, her, its, your, formal) sus (his, her, its, your, formal) nuestro/a (our) nuestros/as (our) vuestro/a (your, informal Spain) vuestros/as (your, informal Spain) su (their, your, formal) sus (their, your, formal)
Key Characteristics of Possessive Adjectives
- Agree with the Noun, Not the Owner
In Spanish, possessive adjectives match the gender and number of the noun they describe, not the person who owns the object. For example:- Mi libro (My book) → Mis libros (My books)
- Nuestro coche (Our car) → Nuestra casa (Our house)
- Informal vs. Formal “Your”
- Use tu/tus for informal situations (talking to friends, family, etc.).
- Use su/sus for formal situations (talking to strangers, superiors, etc.).
- “Vuestro” is Only Used in Spain
If you’re in Spain, you’ll hear vuestro/vuestra/vuestros/vuestras for “your” in informal plural situations. In Latin America, people stick to su/sus for both formal and informal plural forms.
Examples in Everyday Context
1. Mi/Mis
- Mi casa es tu casa. (My house is your house.)
- Mis amigos son increíbles. (My friends are amazing.)
2. Tu/Tus
- ¿Dónde está tu teléfono? (Where is your phone?)
- Tus ideas son brillantes. (Your ideas are brilliant.)
3. Su/Sus
- Su coche es rápido. (His/her/your car is fast.)
- Sus libros están en la mesa. (His/her/your books are on the table.)
4. Nuestro/Nuestra/Nuestros/Nuestras
- Nuestro perro es muy lindo. (Our dog is very cute.)
- Nuestras familias están cenando juntas. (Our families are having dinner together.)
5. Vuestro/Vuestra/Vuestros/Vuestras
- ¿Es vuestro jardín? (Is this your garden?) [Used in Spain]
- Vuestras mochilas están aquí. (Your backpacks are here.) [Used in Spain]
Common Mistakes and How to Avoid Them
- Forgetting Gender Agreement
Beginners often forget to match the possessive adjective to the noun’s gender. Remember:- Nuestra for feminine singular (nuestra casa).
- Nuestro for masculine singular (nuestro coche).
- Mixing Formal and Informal “You”
- Don’t confuse tu (your) with tú (you).
- Example: Tu libro está aquí, tú lo olvidaste. (Your book is here; you forgot it.)
- Using the Wrong Plural Form
Always use the plural form of the possessive when describing multiple items:- Correct: Mis zapatos están en la entrada. (My shoes are at the entrance.)
- Incorrect: Mi zapatos están en la entrada.
Tips for Mastering Possessive Adjectives
- Practice with Real-Life Contexts
Try labeling items around your home. For example: mi teléfono, tu lámpara, su silla. - Listen and Repeat
Watch Spanish YouTube videos or listen to podcasts. Pay attention to how native speakers use these adjectives in context. - Interactive Exercises
Create sentences with different possessive adjectives and have a friend or teacher check them. For example:- Mi madre cocina muy bien. (My mother cooks very well.)
- ¿Dónde están tus llaves? (Where are your keys?)
- Create a Song or Mnemonic
Memorizing can be fun! Make a short song with the possessive adjectives or a catchy rhyme.
Final Thoughts
Mastering mi, tu, su, nuestro, vuestro is an important step in your Spanish-learning journey. With consistent practice and exposure, you’ll use them naturally in no time. ¡Buena suerte y sigue practicando! (Good luck and keep practicing!)
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