đ 5 False Friends in Spanish and English You Need to Watch Out For! đŞđ¸đŹđ§
Hola, everyone! đ Iâm Cinthia, your friendly Spanish teacher, and today weâre going to tackle those tricky words that look the same in both languages but actually mean different things! Letâs avoid these common mistakes and sound like a pro! đŞ
1ď¸âŁ Embarazada
This one can be confusing! "Embarazada" doesnât mean embarrassedâit means pregnant! So, if you want to say youâre embarrassed in Spanish, youâd say "avergonzado/a."
2ď¸âŁ Actual
In English, "actual" means real or true, but in Spanish, "actual" means current or present. So, if you want to say "actual" in the sense of "real," use "real" in Spanish instead!
3ď¸âŁ Assistir
In Spanish, "asistir" means to attend or be present at an eventânot to assist! If you want to say help in Spanish, the correct word is "ayudar."
4ď¸âŁ Ropa
In English, "rope" refers to a thick cord, but in Spanish, "ropa" means clothes! So, be careful not to mix these up when shopping! đ
5ď¸âŁ Sensible
"Sensible" in English means someone who is emotionally aware, but in Spanish, "sensible" means sensitive. So, be careful when describing someoneâs feelings in Spanishâitâs "sensitivo" if youâre talking about emotional sensitivity!
đĽ Pro Tip: Spanish and English might share some words, but donât be fooled by their appearance! Keep practicing, and donât be afraid to ask if youâre unsure.
đŹ Want to avoid more of these mix-ups? Book a class with me, and letâs clear up all those tricky words so you can speak confidently! ÂĄHasta pronto! đ