# Spanish Pronunciation & Basics Vocabulary

Essential pronunciation & basics vocabulary in Spanish. 12 words and phrases with pronunciation guides.

| Word | Pronunciation | Meaning |
| --- | --- | --- |
| [parcero](https://useorphi.com/learn/spanish/how-to-say/friend.md) | /paɾθˈeɾo/ | friend |
| [chévere](https://useorphi.com/learn/spanish/how-to-say/cool.md) | /tʃˈeβeɾe/ | cool |
| [perro](https://useorphi.com/learn/spanish/how-to-say/dog.md) | /pˈero/ | dog |
| [carro](https://useorphi.com/learn/spanish/how-to-say/car.md) | /kˈaro/ | car |
| [parranda](https://useorphi.com/learn/spanish/how-to-say/party.md) | /parˈanda/ | party |
| [año](https://useorphi.com/learn/spanish/how-to-say/year.md) | /ˈaɲo/ | year |
| [cumpleaños](https://useorphi.com/learn/spanish/how-to-say/birthday.md) | /kˌumpleˈaɲos/ | birthday |
| [café](https://useorphi.com/learn/spanish/how-to-say/coffee.md) | /kafˈe/ | coffee |
| [champú](https://useorphi.com/learn/spanish/how-to-say/shampoo-or-a-traditional-fruit-drink.md) | /tʃampˈu/ | shampoo (or a traditional fruit drink) |
| [aquí](https://useorphi.com/learn/spanish/how-to-say/here.md) | /akˈi/ | here |
| [¡Qué más!](https://useorphi.com/learn/spanish/how-to-say/whats-up.md) | /kˈe mˈas/ | What's up! |
| [parcero](https://useorphi.com/learn/spanish/how-to-say/mate-friend.md) | /paɾθˈeɾo/ | mate / friend |

## Frequently Asked Questions

### How many pronunciation & basics words are there in Spanish?

This guide covers 12 essential pronunciation & basics vocabulary words in Spanish, each with IPA pronunciation.

### What level is this Spanish pronunciation & basics vocabulary?

This vocabulary is drawn from practical conversation lessons and covers words useful for all levels, from beginner to intermediate.

### How can I practice these Spanish words?

Try Orphi for interactive conversation practice. You can use these words in real dialogue with an AI companion that adapts to your level.

## More Vocabulary Topics

- [Coffee Shop Survival](https://useorphi.com/learn/spanish/vocabulary/coffee-shop-survival.md)
- [Getting Around Bogotá](https://useorphi.com/learn/spanish/vocabulary/getting-around-bogot.md)
- [Food & Restaurants](https://useorphi.com/learn/spanish/vocabulary/food-restaurants.md)
- [Shopping & Markets](https://useorphi.com/learn/spanish/vocabulary/shopping-markets.md)

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