How to Ask for Directions in Spanish (Beginner’s Guide to using ESTAR + Location Words)
Description
Planning a trip to a Spanish-speaking country or want to feel more confident navigating Spanish-speaking cities? In this episode, we teach you how to ask for directions using the verb ESTAR, and how to understand the most common responses — in clear, beginner-friendly Spanish.
🎙️ In this episode, you’ll learn:
✅ How to ask “Where is…?” using ¿Dónde está...?
✅ 5 essential adverbs to describe location: allí, allá, cerca, lejos, al lado de
✅ How to understand simple directions like “It’s 2 blocks away” using cuadras
✅ A short Spanish conversation in context — plus a full breakdown after
Whether you’re traveling soon or just want to build confidence in everyday Spanish, this episode will give you practical tools for real-life situations.
✏️ Challenge of the Week
Tell us: Where is your school or workplace?
Use one of today’s phrases! Example: Mi trabajo está lejos. / Mi escuela está cerca.
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