10 essential Spanish phrases for giving compliments
Learn to brighten someone's day with these 10 key Spanish compliments. Impress your friends and locals!
Compliments are a great way to build rapport and show appreciation when speaking Spanish. Whether you're talking to a new friend, a colleague, or someone you admire, knowing how to offer a sincere compliment can go a long way. These phrases are perfect for various situations, from praising someone's appearance or a skill they possess, to acknowledging their kindness or a job well done. They are designed to be natural and easily understood by native speakers.
What this lesson covers
Core Spanish words for everyday conversation.
English meanings, pronunciation hints, and tap-to-hear audio.
A quick flashcard flow and quiz to make the words stick.
Start with these key words
Learn the first set, listen out loud, then move into the full list below.
Flashcards
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Full vocabulary list
Words 1–10
- ¡Qué guapo/guapa eres!keh GWAH-poh / GWAH-pah EH-rehsHow handsome/pretty you are!
- Me encanta tu ropa.meh ehn-KAHN-tah too ROH-pahI love your clothes.
- Tienes un gran sentido del humor.tee-EH-nehs oon grahn sen-TEE-doh del oo-MORYou have a great sense of humor.
- Eres muy amable.EH-rehs moo-ee ah-MAH-blehYou are very kind.
- ¡Felicidades! ¡Buen trabajo!feh-lee-see-DAH-dehs! bwehn trah-BAH-hoCongratulations! Good job!
- Qué bien cocinas.keh bee-EHN koh-SEE-nahsYou cook very well.
- Admiro tu paciencia.ahd-MEE-roh too pah-see-EN-see-ahI admire your patience.
- Tienes mucho talento.tee-EH-nehs MOO-choh tah-LEN-tohYou have a lot of talent.
- Me gusta tu sonrisa.meh GOOS-tah too sohn-REE-sahI like your smile.
- Eres una persona maravillosa.EH-rehs OO-nah pehr-SOH-nah mah-rah-vee-YOH-sahYou are a wonderful person.
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