Questions in Spanish to Ask
Useful Spanish questions for conversations, travel, and building relationships with Spanish speakers to practice your language skills and connect with others.
1¿Cómo estás? (How are you?)
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¿Cómo estás? (How are you?)
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Why this works
A basic greeting that shows interest in someone's well-being and is appropriate for most social situations, helping you start conversations naturally.
2¿De dónde eres? (Where are you from?)
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¿De dónde eres? (Where are you from?)
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Why this works
A common question that helps you learn about someone's background and can lead to interesting conversations about culture, travel, and personal history.
3¿Qué te gusta hacer en tu tiempo libre? (What do you like to do in your free time?)
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¿Qué te gusta hacer en tu tiempo libre? (What do you like to do in your free time?)
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Why this works
Learning about someone's hobbies and interests helps you connect with them and find common ground for future conversations.
4¿Cuál es tu comida favorita? (What's your favorite food?)
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¿Cuál es tu comida favorita? (What's your favorite food?)
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Why this works
Food is a universal topic that everyone can relate to, and it's a great way to learn about someone's culture and preferences.
5¿Tienes hermanos? (Do you have siblings?)
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¿Tienes hermanos? (Do you have siblings?)
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Why this works
Asking about family helps you understand someone's background and can lead to conversations about family traditions and relationships.
6¿Qué estudias o en qué trabajas? (What do you study or what do you do for work?)
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¿Qué estudias o en qué trabajas? (What do you study or what do you do for work?)
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Why this works
Learning about someone's education or career helps you understand their interests and can lead to discussions about goals and aspirations.
7¿Has viajado a otros países? (Have you traveled to other countries?)
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¿Has viajado a otros países? (Have you traveled to other countries?)
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Why this works
Travel is a great conversation topic that can lead to interesting stories and help you learn about different cultures and experiences.
8¿Cuál es tu película favorita? (What's your favorite movie?)
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¿Cuál es tu película favorita? (What's your favorite movie?)
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Why this works
Discussing movies and entertainment is a fun way to connect with others and learn about their interests and preferences.
9¿Qué música te gusta? (What music do you like?)
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¿Qué música te gusta? (What music do you like?)
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Why this works
Music is a universal language that can help you bond with others and learn about different cultures and musical tastes.
10¿Tienes mascotas? (Do you have pets?)
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¿Tienes mascotas? (Do you have pets?)
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Why this works
Pets are a common topic that many people enjoy discussing, and it can lead to fun conversations about animals and care.
11¿Cuál es tu lugar favorito para visitar? (What's your favorite place to visit?)
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¿Cuál es tu lugar favorito para visitar? (What's your favorite place to visit?)
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Why this works
Learning about someone's favorite places can lead to interesting conversations about travel, culture, and personal experiences.
12¿Qué haces los fines de semana? (What do you do on weekends?)
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¿Qué haces los fines de semana? (What do you do on weekends?)
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Why this works
Understanding someone's weekend activities helps you learn about their lifestyle and can lead to discussions about hobbies and interests.
13¿Tienes algún hobby o pasatiempo? (Do you have any hobbies or pastimes?)
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¿Tienes algún hobby o pasatiempo? (Do you have any hobbies or pastimes?)
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Why this works
Learning about hobbies helps you understand someone's interests and can lead to discussions about shared activities and passions.
14¿Cuál es tu estación del año favorita? (What's your favorite season of the year?)
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¿Cuál es tu estación del año favorita? (What's your favorite season of the year?)
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Why this works
Discussing seasons can lead to conversations about weather, activities, and personal preferences, helping you connect with others.
15¿Qué deporte te gusta? (What sport do you like?)
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¿Qué deporte te gusta? (What sport do you like?)
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Why this works
Sports are a common topic that can help you connect with others and learn about their interests and activities.
16¿Tienes algún sueño o meta? (Do you have any dreams or goals?)
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¿Tienes algún sueño o meta? (Do you have any dreams or goals?)
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Why this works
Learning about someone's dreams and goals helps you understand their aspirations and can lead to meaningful conversations about the future.
17¿Qué te hace reír? (What makes you laugh?)
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¿Qué te hace reír? (What makes you laugh?)
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Why this works
Understanding someone's sense of humor helps you connect with them and can lead to fun conversations about comedy and entertainment.
18¿Cuál es tu libro favorito? (What's your favorite book?)
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¿Cuál es tu libro favorito? (What's your favorite book?)
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Why this works
Discussing books can lead to interesting conversations about literature, ideas, and personal interests, helping you connect intellectually.
19¿Qué te gusta más de tu ciudad? (What do you like most about your city?)
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¿Qué te gusta más de tu ciudad? (What do you like most about your city?)
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Why this works
Learning about someone's city helps you understand their local culture and can lead to discussions about places, events, and community.
20¿Tienes algún talento especial? (Do you have any special talent?)
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¿Tienes algún talento especial? (Do you have any special talent?)
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Why this works
Learning about someone's talents can lead to interesting conversations about skills, abilities, and personal achievements.
Using Spanish Questions Effectively
Expert tips and techniques for getting the most out of these questions.
Before the Conversation
Practice Pronunciation
Practice saying the questions out loud to ensure you can pronounce them clearly and be understood by native speakers.
Learn Basic Responses
Learn common responses to these questions so you can understand the answers and continue the conversation naturally.
Choose Appropriate Questions
Select questions that are appropriate for the situation and your relationship with the person you're talking to.
During the Conversation
Listen Actively
Pay attention to the responses and ask follow-up questions to show interest and keep the conversation flowing.
Don't Be Afraid to Make Mistakes
Making mistakes is part of learning. Native speakers will appreciate your effort to communicate in their language.
Ask for Clarification
If you don't understand something, ask for clarification. This shows you're engaged and helps you learn.
Share About Yourself
Balance asking questions with sharing about yourself to create a mutual exchange and build rapport.
After the Conversation
Practice What You Learned
Use the new vocabulary and phrases you learned in future conversations to reinforce your learning.
Continue the Relationship
Follow up with the person to continue building the relationship and practicing your Spanish skills.
Reflect on the Experience
Think about what went well and what you can improve for future conversations.