10 essential Spanish phrases for describing your daily routine
Master Spanish phrases to talk about waking up, working, and winding down each day.

Learning to describe your daily routine in Spanish is a fantastic way to practice common verbs and conversational flow. These phrases will help you share what you do from morning to night. Whether you're chatting with a language exchange partner or simply want to express yourself more fully, knowing these everyday expressions will boost your confidence. Get ready to talk about your day, starting now!
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.
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Words 1–10
- Me despierto a las siete.meh des-PYER-toh ah lahs SYEH-tehI wake up at seven.
- Me levanto.meh leh-VAHN-tohI get up.
- Tomo café.TOH-moh kah-FEHI drink coffee.
- Voy al trabajo.voy ahl trah-BAH-hoI go to work.
- Trabajo en mi oficina.trah-BAH-ho ehn mee oh-fee-SEE-nahI work in my office.
- Como el almuerzo.KOH-moh el ahl-MWEHR-sohI eat lunch.
- Vuelvo a casa.BWEHL-voh ah KAH-sahI return home.
- Ceno con mi familia.SEH-noh kohn mee fah-MEEL-yahI have dinner with my family.
- Veo la televisión.VEH-oh lah teh-leh-vee-SYOHNI watch television.
- Me acuesto temprano.meh ah-KWES-toh tem-PRAH-nohI go to bed early.
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