The Spanish "a" is pronounced like the "a" in the word "father." The Spanish "e" is most often pronounced like the "a" in the word "date," except that it is shorter and crisper. The Spanish "i" is pronounced like the "ee" in the word "see," except that the sound is shorter. The Spanish "o" is pronounced like the "o" in the word "no," except that the sound is shorter. The Spanish "u" is pronounced like the "ue" in the word "due," except that the sound is shorter.
Spanish Words
Now try to practice what you've just learned.
Hola, como esta? - Hi, how are you?
Tengo __ años - I am __ years old
Bienvenidos - Welcome
Chocolate - Chocolate
Ice Cream - Nieve/helado
Lápiz - Pencil
Centro Comercial - Mall
De compras - Shopping
Te amo - I love you
Me gustas - I like you
Cual es tu comida favorita? - What's your favorite food?
Hottie - Guapo