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Why are you learning Spanish?Whatever your reason, formulate this as a goal. This will set your motivation now, and remind you of why you are learning Spanish when the going gets tough.We recommend forming your goals with this structure:“Be able to X, so that I can Y”Here are some examples for you:Be able to hold a conversation in Spanish
with a native speaker, so that I can enjoy my travels and open up a new cultureBe able to communicate exactly what I need with Spanish speakers I work with, so that I can be more effective in my jobBe able to read newspapers in Spanish, so that I can understand the world from a different perspectiveWe’ll use your big goal to create some key
milestones for your journey.2. Choose your milestonesMilestones mark key points along your journey, and give you easy intermediate goals to aim for.When setting these, think about what you’ll be able to do, rather than what you’ll know. Ideally, you’ll link these to your overall goal.Here are some examples:I can talk about my friends and familyI can
talk about where I’m from and what I doI can understand the gist of basic texts, even for native speakersI can pick out words and phrases from native speakersI can pass an exam (A2)I can get by in a Spanish-speaking country without having to revert to English3. Set your habitsMotivation is good to get you going, but you’ll find that it wanes over
time.It’s better in the long run to create systems and habits, so that studying Spanish becomes like brushing your teeth: something you do automatically, day after day.Aim for little and often compared to few-and-far-between.I won’t go into detail about the importance of habits, but trust me when I say that this is key to your success in Spanish!When
defining your habits, think about these points:How long do you have each day? Decide this now.When will you fit Spanish in? It’s better to choose a time you can commit to consistently every day.Which days will you work on your Spanish? Which days will you take off? Decide this now, so that you don’t “retrospectively” give yourself a day off Add your
Spanish sessions to your calendar, and block this time off.You’ll decide what to do in this time shortly (see “recommended activities”).
For now, just decide on a time and commit to it.Recommended resources / readingAtomic Habits (book)The power of habit (book)Streaks (an app that will help motivate you to keep your habit)4. Create AccountabilityCreating a habit is important to your progress, but accountability is the missing ingredient.Combining habits and accountability will
help ensure you stick with Spanish, even if you are lazy (like me) and lack discipline (also like me).How do you create accountability?There are two parts to this:A key event. This frames your goals with an end-point, so that you can say “I will achieve X on Y date”. This could be a one-off (like an exam), or recurring (like classes)Involve other people.
Your key event shouldn’t just involve yourself, as that’s easy to skip.Here are some examples:An examA class/courseA language exchangeA holiday5. Choose your resources and materialsIt’s good to have materials to both work through and flick through (aka, “structured and unstructured”).You’ll work through a course, but also do lots of reading,
listening, watching, and other incidental learning of Spanish.These are the resources to invest in:Unstructured materialsA phrasebookI always bang the drum about the importance of learning phrases, and I’ll continue to do so!Learning phrases is a shortcut to great Spanish. You get usable chunks of language, and give your brain material to process
and parse.Read more about why I recommend learning phrases (at all levels).I have no particular recommendations for phrasebooks – just something simple that you can flick through and is relevant for you.We’ve also produced 95 beginner Spanish phrases, handpicked to guide you through the important areas of Spanish.Grammar Reference
bookHave no fear! The key word here is “reference”.You’re not going to read this cover to cover (unless you really want to).You’ll use it to look up concepts and grammar points repeatedly as you see them out “in the wild”.Another good use is to simply “flick through” your grammar book. This gives you a sense of the landscape of Spanish: how much
is out there that you need to learn? What are some of the general concepts?By flicking through, you’ll realise what some of the bigger and more complex areas of Spanish are (verbs will cover a few chapters, for example!).That’s why we recommend buying a comprehensive reference book, rather than one just aimed at beginners. Don’t worry about
getting one with exercises, either – you’re simply going to use it as a reference.For now, get a comprehensive guide in English, but eventually, we recommend one in Spanish:A new grammar reference of modern SpanishA Comprehensive Spanish GrammarDo you need a dictionary?Back in school, everyone brought a pocket dictionary to their Spanish
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However, times have changed!I personally find dictionaries cumbersome and slow. If I’m looking for a “quick and dirty” translation, then a simple Google will usually suffice.If I want an extensive definition in Spanish, the RAE (Real Academia Español) is the gold standard.Obviously, if you know that you won’t have the internet available to you, I
recommend investing in a small pocket dictionary.Sources of inputYou need to listen to, read, and watch real Spanish from as early as possible.At first, it won’t make any sense to you.In fact, you may not understand much for a long time!But, getting input is hugely important, as you need to hear how Spanish is really spoken.As you learn more and
more Spanish structures, vocabulary, and grammar, you’ll start to notice patterns in what you consume. This helps you to remember vocabulary and phrases over the long term.By consuming Spanish input, you’ll also find that you “acquire” Spanish. You’ll pick up vocabulary and phrases as you see them more frequently.This helps to ensure that you
learn common vocabulary and phrases first. Simply noticing certain words pop up again and again is how we acquire vocabulary, without any active memorisation.It’s good to both listen to and read Spanish. We recommend Spanish podcasts (of course!), and actually recommend starting with our Intermediate series.You can follow along with
transcriptions, as well as see translations.You could also try graded readers, which provide simplified long-form Spanish. Another word of warning: sometimes these are bad… The stories can often be uninteresting and badly written, as the focus is on the Spanish language rather than the actual story.A good place to start is Olly Richards’ Short
Stories in Spanish. Silly as it sounds, I also recommend children’s books in Spanish, as these contain simple yet natively-written language!Whatever you choose, aim to make a habit to “consume” Spanish as a central part of your language learning routine.Structured materialsIt’s good to have a systematic course to follow, but students often focus too
much on following a course.That’s why structured materials come with a warning (in my opinion)!Structured courses offer a clean route through Spanish, offering to teach you what you need to learn in the order you should learn it.That’s fine, but of course our brains don’t really work this way. Our true progress is far messier, rather than the linear
path promised by courses.Courses assume linear progress, but the reality is we constantly forget and relearn as we progressWhat’s more, by relying too heavily on a course, you shut yourself out of incidental learning.We can confuse covering chapters of a course with true progress in Spanish.On the plus-side, courses and the feeling of progress are
motivating, and choosing a good one will help accelerate your progress through Spanish.We are working on our own series of structured video courses (Foundations – coming soon), but until those are ready consider the following options:Working through Coursebooks with a tutorYou can do this either in a class or one-to-one. There are a wide range
of very well written course books available, which present Spanish in a comprehensive manner from beginner to advanced. By working through these with a tutor, you are able to put what you learn into practice immediately. Here are some of our favourites:The Aula seriesThe Prisma seriesWorking through self-taught materialsThere are plenty of
“teach-yourself” guides and textbooks available. These are often well structured, and allow you to work through at your own pace.These tend to be useful at the earlier levels of language learning.6. Define your system and technologyNote-takingOver time, you’ll build your own personalised vocabulary, notes, reference, and general Spanish reference
system. You’ll have written this yourself, and eventually it will be one of the most useful things you can refer back to.This is a written log of what you learn, explained in your own terms: basically, your notes!Things have moved on a lot since we all relied on exercise books for our notes, but these can still be a good place to start.Whatever you use,
divide it into several sections, which you’ll add to and fill out over time:1. Vocabulary and phrasesNote down anything interesting and relevant, in Spanish. Add English translations if you feel you need them. Make sure you don’t just write individual words, but also phrases.2. Grammar points / explanationsMuch of what you learn about grammar can
be summarised in one or two sentences. Add those to this section for easy reference later.3. Interesting resourcesInclude links to videos, songs, podcasts, and articles you’ve seen and want to revisit.If you want to graduate beyond the notepad, we highly recommend using Notion, which is free. For a guide about how to use Notion for language
learning, check this video.Memorisation / RecallWe’ll talk more about the pros and cons of memorisation shortly, but we do recommend including active memorisation and recall as part of your language learning routine, at least to start with.You may have heard of Spaced Repetition Systems (SRS) – these technologies help you to memorise for the
long term by testing your recall at increasing intervals. By testing and recalling at the right time, you’ll retain information for longer: ideal for learning initial vocabulary and phrases!The two well-known SRS systems are Anki and Memrise. Anki is a standalone application, whereas Memrise is a complete language-learning app (we haven’t tried it all,
we only know the SRS part).Whatever you choose, make sure that you only add phrases and vocabulary that you have chosen. This is your personalised vocabulary.Of course, you can always just use physical flashcards!Activities to learn SpanishYou’ve set your motivation, and decided your goals and intermediate milestones.You’ve chosen when you’ll
dedicate time to Spanish, and made a commitment to form and stick to a habit.You’ve built in accountability, to ensure that you stick to your routine.You’ve acquired a few different resources, both structured and unstructured.You’ve set up the technology and system that you’re going to use.Now, what do you actually do?We’ve listed out some of our
favourite activities to learn Spanish, suitable for beginners. Choose a few of these, and add them to your language learning routine:Work through your coursebookDecide how much you’re going to work through, and for how long. Don’t feel you need to understand every single detail.
Remember: as a beginner learner, your objective is to roughly cover as much ground as possible. If you stop at every little detail, your progress will be slow.Working through a coursebook is an obvious choice, but many students choose to only do this! As I mentioned before, you should use a mix of both structured and structured learning
materials.Extensive/skim readingRead through a book or article in Spanish, aiming either for a certain amount of time or number of pages.With extensive reading, you want to just make sure you have an idea of what’s going on. Don’t stop at every detail, and don’t stop to look up words.You won’t understand much of what you read, but you’ll hopefully
get the overall gist of the article or chapter. You’ll also start exposing yourself to common patterns and words in Spanish, which is a key to language acquisition.Do detailed readingSet yourself a strict time limit (say, 30 minutes), and dedicate yourself to just a small portion of a book or article (3 paragraphs, for example).As opposed to skim reading,
you’ll now ensure that you understand every single word and phrase.You’ll look up grammar constructions you don’t recognise, and note down interesting phrases, vocabulary, and other patterns in your note-taking system.It’s not cheating to use a translator! We recommend DeepL, as this seems to provide the most natural sounding, accurate
translations. Obviously, when using a translator, it’s a lot easier to simply copy and paste from your browser, rather than type out from a physical book. Something to bear in mind when you choose your resources for this activity!Take personalised notes, and review themAs you work through a coursebook, skim through a grammar guide, or consume
Spanish in other ways, take notes in your chosen system. Note down vocabulary, phrases, grammar – anything that jumps out at you. There are no rules!However, you do need to review these from time to time! I recommend spending the first five to ten minutes of your study sessions simply flicking (or scrolling) through your latest notes, to refresh
your memory.Do active recall using your SRSCheck out this short guide for using SRS for language learning to see how I recommend you use your SRS. At the very start of your Spanish journey, I recommend focusing quite heavily on active recall and memorisation. You need to establish even a small vocabulary to get started, as without knowing just
a few words you won’t be able to understand any input.As you progress in your Spanish, you should reduce your reliance on SRS and memorisation, allowing natural vocabulary acquisition to take over.Speak (from day…?)Well-known language experts and polyglots have debated the best time to start speaking, and there is no consensus.However,
everyone agrees that at some point, you do need to start speaking!There’s simply no replacement, and of course being able to speak Spanish is the reason the majority of us are learning.Whenever you do start speaking, it will probably feel uncomfortable and difficult. This is why so many people de-prioritise it, or continue to put it off.As a beginner,
you need the experience of speaking, even if it’s just to recognise the associated frustrations and difficulties!Speaking also reveals to you areas you need to focus on. It’ll illuminate missing vocabulary, and you’ll recognise those parts of grammar that haven’t quite clicked yet.Find a conversation partner, work with a co-learning friend or student, use
your teacher, join a language exchange: there are tons of ways to get in regular speaking practice.Final thoughtsLearning Spanish at the beginner level is both exciting and frustrating. You make rapid progress, while also realising how little you know, and just what a mountain you have to climb.I’ve outlined the most important things you can do to
progress through the beginner stages of learning Spanish, and progressing to intermediate level.As always, the key is enjoying the process, rather than waiting for the end result! Everything in our latin language starts on Spanish A1. As every language of the world, Spanish it is also divided in different levels according to your knowledge; There are
six levels in Spanish; A1, A2, B1, B2, C1, C2: A1 and A2 are part of the basic studies in our language, B1 and B2 is an intermediate level, C1 and C2 is a proficiency level in Spanish. As has been said, Spanish A1 is the first step in your learning, Spanish for beginners, but, it does not mean that it is less important than the rest. Actually, we would say
that is the very opposite of it, because on Spanish A1 starts everything, so it has to be really strong in terms of the teaching and the learning itself in order to achieve the rest of the levels correctly without doubts. Besides, Spanish A1, as the first step of Spanish, will determitate your will for the language, so, it is essential to have a good tutor in terms
of teaching and a nice person in terms of communication, in order to guide you through your Spanish progress appropriately. We want that the student becomes more and more interested on Spanish and not that quits it in these first steps. At Spanish Academy we are hundred percent certain that we have a team of teachers that will make you more
and more interested in our language and that you will find yourself speaking Spanish in no time. Free Free New Free Free Free Free Free Free Free Free Membership Free If you are tired of looking for options to help you efficiently learn Spanish, here is the option for you. Sometimes it is exhausting to look for apps or videos that satisfy our
concerns.Here we provide you with the opportunities you were looking for. We provide you with an incredibly complete compendium of Spanish language learning books in PDF format to increase your chances of getting everything you need in one place.We guarantee that you will not only apply theory and practice grammatically; you will also want to
get into the Hispanic culture, which is rich in many aspects, its culture, its gastronomy and its idiosyncrasy, through the knowledge you acquire, allowing you to expose yourself to the Spanish language and owning every tool.Offering you the possibility of accessing books on Spanish, will also be opening a door and endless possibilities that you can
exploit at your convenience.You will be able to increase your knowledge and you will feel more confident when you make sessions of conversation and interact – with natives, in real time – in this fantastic language; that is day by day, a language recognized worldwide. Spanish is positioned as one of the official languages of the United Nations
Organization (UN) among others.Each new language is undoubtedly a challenge, so it is important to apply techniques and strategies that are beneficial and effective. Remember that much of our learning is by imitation; this way you will be able to familiarize yourself with the correct pronunciation and phonetics.Practice with our selection of Spanish
language learning books in PDF format and you can even record yourself and then listen to your progress, this will allow you to assimilate your advances and point out your weaknesses in order to turn them into strengths later on.Remember that there are more than 25 books about Spanish at your disposal in this unique language.During the process
of learning any language, the study of grammar is essential, and for learning Spanish this principle also applies.
Knowing how to construct sentences or phrases is fundamental, and important.On the other hand, a very effective way to master the grammar of a new language is by reading, understanding and practicing. That is why we provide you with Spanish grammar books, so that you have the opportunity to reinforce your knowledge in this sense.You should
keep in mind that the Spanish language is a bit complex, and the best way to learn it is through practice and constant study.Texas Municipal Courts Education CenterSarah Cary Becker and Federico MoraIn order for you to be able to express yourself correctly in Spanish, pronunciation and its practice must also be part of your learning process.
Knowing the phonemes, their combination and the way they sound are other indispensable elements.In this aspect, practice can be of great help, and to progress in the best possible way, you can rely on Spanish pronunciation books. These texts contain useful information, detailed explanations and a series of practices and exercises designed to
enable you to constantly evolve in your mastery of Spanish speech.Here ends our selection of free Spanish learning books in PDF format. We hope you liked it and already have your next book!If you found this list useful, do not forget to share it on your social networks. Remember that “Sharing is Caring”.Do you want more Language Learning books
in PDF format? Hi there! Looking for Spanish PDF Lessons? Here you will find a growing collection of free lessons on vocabulary words, grammar, adjectives, and more.

Just click on the links to download the PDFs for free or right click & save as to save to your computer. PDFs are awesome because they’re eBooks. Save them to your phone/device and read. Download by clicking on the image or blue text. 1) How to Learn Spanish: A Guide for Beginners ONLY What is this?

It’s a beginner’s guide on how to learn Spanish. You won’t learn the words and phrases here.
But, you will learn “HOW TO LEARN” Spanish. The rules and ways to approach learning languages so you don’t fail. Read this before you get a Spanish textbook or a learning program. 2. Spanish PDF Lesson Cheat Sheets. Here, you’re getting a big collection of Spanish PDF Lessons and cheat sheets. About 1 to 2 pages long. The topics cover all sorts
of things – food, family, common phrases, love and much more. Check it out. 3. 59+ Common Spanish Phrases & Questions Want to learn the most common conversational phrases and questions? Here, you get 59+.
More than enough to get any beginner started with the Spanish language. 4. Spanish Love Phrases. These are great to know. If you want to use the language to flirt… or if you’re a genuinely passionate person, you’ll enjoy these phrases. 5.
Spanish Alphabet PDF – Learn in 5 Minutes Want to learn the Spanish alphabet in 5 minutes?
Well, this PDF will help you out. Inside, you get the cheat sheet for the alphabet plus exercises to help you write the letters, plus Spanish words and phrases. Why exercises?
Well, so you start practicing and using the alphabet instead of forgetting everything in 5 minutes. Yes, so the PDF is a combination of a PDF lesson and Spanish worksheets. So, be sure to print it and write in it to get the most out of it. 6. Spanish Numbers 0 to 100 Want to know how to count in Spanish from 0 to 100? This PDF lesson breaks Spanish
numbers down into 4 easy steps that anyone can master. You don’t even have to memorize much at all to be able to count to 100. So, check it out. Conclusion I’ll be posting more Spanish PDF lessons soon! In the meantime, download, print, write inside, learn, and share these! The first PDF, “How to Learn Spanish,” is one of my most favorite Spanish
PDF lessons. The rest are focused on words, phrases and writing. Like these? Want to see something else? Or need something explained?

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