Spanish Common Phrases Cheat Sheet

Essential Spanish phrases — greetings, directions, dining, emergencies, and everyday conversation phrases for travelers and beginners.

Last Updated: July 15, 2025

Greetings & Politeness

EnglishSpanish
HelloHola
Good morningBuenos días
Good afternoonBuenas tardes
Good evening/nightBuenas noches
PleasePor favor
Thank youGracias
You're welcomeDe nada
Excuse me / SorryDisculpe / Lo siento

Dining & Ordering

EnglishSpanish
The menu, pleaseEl menú, por favor
I would like...Quisiera... / Me gustaría...
The check, pleaseLa cuenta, por favor
Water (still/sparkling)Agua (sin gas / con gas)
Delicious!¡Qué rico! / ¡Delicioso!

Directions & Transport

EnglishSpanish
Where is...?¿Dónde está...?
Left / Right / StraightIzquierda / Derecha / Derecho
How much does it cost?¿Cuánto cuesta?
Train stationLa estación de tren
AirportEl aeropuerto

Emergencies

EnglishSpanish
Help!¡Ayuda! / ¡Socorro!
I need a doctorNecesito un médico
Call the policeLlame a la policía
I'm lostEstoy perdido/a
Pro Tip: Spanish has formal (usted) and informal (tú) forms. Use 'tú' with friends and peers, 'usted' with elders, officials, and in formal situations. When in doubt, use 'usted' — it's always respectful.
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