Core Vocabulary (Theme A) Flashcards
What is the Spanish term for ‘change’?
cambio (m)
Refers to the act of changing or the currency exchange.
What does ‘persona (f)’ mean in English?
person
‘Persona’ is a feminine noun in Spanish.
What is the English translation of ‘campamento (m)’?
camp
Refers to a place for camping.
What is ‘piscina (f)’ in English?
swimming pool
A place for swimming, typically filled with water.
Translate ‘campo (m)’ into English.
countryside
Refers to rural, non-urban areas.
What does ‘plan (m)’ mean?
plan (future)
Refers to a proposed course of action.
What is the meaning of ‘casa de huéspedes (f)’?
guest house
A house offering accommodations for guests.
What is the English term for ‘castillo de arena (m)’?
sandcastle
A structure made of sand, typically built on a beach.
What does ‘plano (m) de la ciudad’ refer to?
street map
A detailed representation of streets in a city.
Translate ‘playa (f)’ into English.
beach
A landform along the shoreline of an ocean, sea, lake, or river.
What is ‘chalet (m)’ in English?
bungalow
A type of single-story house.
What does ‘postal (f)’ mean?
postcard
A card for sending messages by mail.
What does ‘completa (adj)’ signify?
booked up, fully booked
Indicates that no more reservations are available.
What is the meaning of ‘potable (adj)’?
drinkable
Refers to water that is safe to drink.
Fill in the blank: ‘con _______’ means ‘in advance’.
antelación
Often used to indicate prior arrangements.
What is the Spanish term for ‘price’?
precio (m)
Refers to the amount of money required for something.
What does ‘conocer (v)’ mean?
to make the acquaintance of, to meet
Used when meeting someone for the first time.
What is the English translation of ‘quedarse (v)’?
to stay
Refers to remaining in a place.
Translate ‘quince días (m)’ into English.
fortnight
Refers to a period of two weeks.
What does ‘costa (f)’ mean?
the seaside
The land along the edge of the sea.
What is the meaning of ‘dar la bienvenida (v)’?
to welcome
A phrase used to greet someone arriving.
What does ‘deshacer las maletas (v)’ mean?
to unpack
Refers to removing items from luggage.
Translate ‘describir (v)’ into English.
to describe
To give a detailed account of something.
What is the Spanish term for ‘bank holiday’?
día festivo (m)
A public holiday when banks and many businesses are closed.
What does ‘divertido/a’ mean?
fun
Describes something that is enjoyable or entertaining.
What is the meaning of ‘ducha (f)’?
shower
A device for washing the body with water.
What does ‘encender (v)’ mean?
to turn/switch on
Refers to activating an electrical device.
What is ‘entrada (f)’ in English?
entry ticket
A ticket that allows entry to an event or location.
What does ‘enviar (v)’ mean?
to send
To dispatch something to a destination.
Translate ‘época (f)’ into English.
period
Refers to a length of time characterized by particular events.
What is the English translation of ‘esqui acuático (m)’?
water-skiing
A recreational activity where individuals are pulled on water skis.
What does ‘estación de autobuses/trenes (f)’ refer to?
bus/train station
A facility where buses or trains pick up and drop off passengers.
What is ‘recepción (f)’ in English?
reception
The area where guests are greeted in a hotel or office.
What does ‘reservar (v)’ mean?
to book
To arrange for someone to have a place in advance.
What is the Spanish term for ‘sleeping bag’?
saco (m) de dormir
A portable bedding item for sleeping outdoors.
What does ‘sala (f) de juegos’ mean?
games room
A room designated for playing games.
What is the meaning of ‘salida (f)’?
departure
The act of leaving a place.
What does ‘salir (v)’ mean?
to leave
To go away from a place.
Translate ‘tabla de windsurf (f)’ into English.
windsurfing board
A board used for the sport of windsurfing.
What does ‘tomar el sol (v)’ mean?
to sunbathe
The act of sitting or lying in the sun to tan.
What is the English translation of ‘turista (m/f)’?
tourist
A person who travels for pleasure.
What does ‘vacaciones (de invierno) (f)’ mean?
(winter) holidays
A break from work or school during the winter season.