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1college of Engineering, Architecture, and Technology: Capiz State University
1college of Engineering, Architecture, and Technology: Capiz State University
1college of Engineering, Architecture, and Technology: Capiz State University
TOPIC: Spanish
MEMBER:
1. ARROZA, DIVINE JEZEBEL
2. BLACANO, HERSHEL MARIE
3. DEVILLES, JHONA MAE
4. ERIBAL, MARIZTELLA JADE
5. SAPEDA, SHIELA MAE
6. BESANA, ROSELYN
7. VILLAREAL, ADEMARK
8. FIOLOG, PRINCESS
9. JARENCIO, STELLA JEN
A Romance language spoken in Spain and in much of Central and South America
(except Brazil) and several other countries. It is the second most widely spoken first language
in the world, with more than 400 million speakers.
Spain has a population of some 40 million people, with a much lower population
density than most other European countries. Geographic barriers have helped preserve a keen
sense of identity in all six of Spain's major ethnic groups. The Castilians, who live in the
central Meseta, are the nation's dominant group, and Castilian Spanish is Spain's national
language. The other groups are the Galicians, Basques, Catalans, Levante, and Andalusians.
Spain (Spanish: España [esˈpaɲa] ( listen)), officially the Kingdom of Spain (Spanish:
Reino de España), is a country in South-western Europe with some pockets of Spanish
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territory across the Strait of Gibraltar and the Atlantic Ocean. Its continental European
territory is situated on the Iberian Peninsula.
HISTORY (JHONA)
Most of the Iberian Peninsula has been populated since prehistoric times. Early
evidence of human habitation unearthed at the Atapuerca site in northern Spain are some
800,000 years old. Modern man made his appearance around 35,000 BC. Sometime around
4000 BC, much of Spain was settled by the Iberians, arriving from the east. The Celts arrived
later, settling in the northern third of the peninsula. Bronze age civilization flourished in the
south, culminating with the Tartessian civilization around Seville (1000-500 BC).
Around 1100 BC, Phoenician seafarers from present-day Lebanon set up trading
colonies in Cadiz and elsewhere along the Spanish coast. Greeks also traded along the north-
eastern coast. With the fall of Phoenicia, the Iberian Peninsula came under the rule of
Carthage (present day Tunisia), but was occupied by Rome following the Punic Wars. The
Romans held sway in Iberia for six centuries, laying the foundations for Spanish language
and culture.
Following the fall of the western Roman empire in the fifth century AD, Spain was
ruled by the Visigoths, a Germanic people who had migrated from central Europe. In 711, the
Muslims of northern Africa launched an invasion across the Strait of Gibraltar, occupying
most of the peninsula within a few years. Their presence lasted more than seven centuries,
though the Christian kingdoms to the north increased in power over the generations,
gradually driving the Moors southwards. The last Moorish kingdom, Granada (the eastern
half of present-day Andalusia), was conquered in 1492.
The discovery of the New World by Christopher Columbus and the expulsion of Jews
and Moors from Spain were to mark Spanish history forever. Treasure from Spain's vast
overseas empire pushed Spain into the forefront of European countries, but constant warfare
drained resources. With the accession of the Bourbon dynasty to the Spanish throne at the
beginning of the 18th century, Spain came within the French sphere of influence for the
following 100 years, up to the defeat of Napoleon's army during the Peninsular War.
During the 19th century, Spain was sharply divided between conservatives and
liberals, and rural and urban society. Coups d'etat and changes of government were frequent.
With the increasing power of the working class, in 1931 king Alfonso XIII was forced to
abdicate, and Spain was declared a republic. Conservative reaction from the church and army
sparked the Spanish Civil War, which raged from 1936 to 1939 and was a prelude to World
War II. When Franco finally died in 1975, Spain was taken over by King Juan Carlos I, who
soon led Spain toward democracy. As a fruit of its new freedoms, the country celebrated a
cultural renaissance in the 1980s and 1990s, and in 1992 hosted both the Summer Olympics
in Barcelona and the Expo '92 in Sevilla.
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CULTURE (HERSHEL)
Spain, country located in extreme southwestern Europe. It occupies about 85 percent
of the Iberian Peninsula, which it shares with its smaller neighbor Portugal.Spain is a storied
country of stone castles, snowcapped mountains, vast monuments, and sophisticated cities, all
of which have made it a favoured travel destination. The country is geographically and
culturally diverse. Its heartland is the Meseta, a broad central plateau half a mile above sea
level. Much of the region is traditionally given over to cattle ranching and grain production; it
was in this rural setting that Miguel de Cervantes’s Don Quixote tilted at the tall windmills
that still dot the landscape in several places.
In Spanish culture, people live life to the fullest. But, not in a hurried way. Instead,
Spaniards tend to take their time, deliberately, to appreciate the world and people around
them. In Spain, people savor long, multi-course meals and wander vivacious villages and
charming cities.Whether it’s the middle of the day or night, Spain is home to a vibrant street
culture. Imagine neighbors strolling around their blocks, older people playing checkers on the
sidewalks, and teenagers hanging out in plazas. And, with such abundant art, architecture,
literature, cuisine, history, and more to explore, there’s a wealth of cultural experiences to
enjoy.
Family Dynamic
Like anywhere in the world, all families in Spain are different. But, they’re usually
warm, welcoming, and tight-knit. Many families eat both lunch and dinner together.
Communal meals and other gatherings tend to become lively, and even a bit noisy, as
Spaniards do tend to speak somewhat loudly in larger groups. Family roles are modernizing
in Spain, as they are around the world, and more and more women have jobs outside the
home; but traditionally, the mother manages the household while the father works outside the
home. The average Spanish family has two children. Extended family members visit each
other often, especially for large weekend gatherings. In cities, families typically live in flats.
Outside of cities and especially in small villages, families tend to live in houses with a small
garden. It’s not uncommon for people in their twenties or thirties to live at home until they
get married.
Teenage Life
Spanish schools focus primarily on academics. After school, Spanish teens often
attend lectures, concerts and sporting events. Fútbol (soccer) is the most popular sport, with
fans passionately dedicated to the national team, La Roja (The Red One). Cycling and
basketball also take up a lot of teens’ free time. On weekends, teenagers go to parties,
movies, and hang out in cafés or the local town square. Perhaps because of the climate and
long daylight hours, Spaniards begin socializing later in the day and end later at night than
their European neighbors.
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Spanish Greetings
Greetings and introductions are a fundamental particularity of Spanish culture.
Acquaintances say “hi” to each other the first time with a handshake and keep it simple. If
you’ve met the person a few times already, the handshake will be warmer and may come with
a pat on the shoulder. More familiarity with a person comes with a hug or with a double kiss
on the cheek. The double kiss on the cheek is the signature of Spain, Latin America took this
part of Spanish culture and made its own. In many Latin American Spanish-speaking
countries, people greet each other with one kiss on the cheek. Most people will introduce
themselves using only their first names. Each person has typically two first names and one
last name they use. Older adults are introduced with the prefixes Don and Doña (Mr. & Mrs),
to show them more respect and formality.
Religion
Religion is an essential element of Spanish culture. Almost every Spanish city has
Catholic churches and Cathedrals. The predominant religion in Spain is Catholicism. The
second largest religion of Spain is Islam due to recent arrivals of African and Middle Eastern
refugees. There is also a large portion of Atheists and a small percentage of Jewish people.
Nevertheless, religious holidays and traditions are quite popular with all the majority of
people in the region. Las procesiones (processions) are a prominent tradition of Spain that
dates back to the 16 century. They are organized marches similar to parades that are a
manifestation of faith and commemoration of religious happenings. Processions are such an
important part of Spanish culture, the tradition was taken to Latin America and became
highly popular in countries like Guatemala.
Celebrations and Festivals
Spain’s rich history comes with prominent celebrations and traditions. Semana Santa
(Holy Week) is one of the largest celebrations. It’s known for having processions that
commemorate the Passion of Christ. El Día de Reyes Magos (Day of the Three Kings) is
widely celebrated across the country and is a favorite holiday for children. They receive gifts
and there’s colorful parades in the cities where they celebrate their long awaited arrival.
Spanish “fiestas” (festivals) are large celebrations and carnivals devoted to a specific Saint or
City. These fiestas have traditional foods, fireworks, dancing, handmade decorations,
parades, concerts, and theater. Other traditions like the running of the bulls of San Fermín in
Pamplona, and the tomato fights of la Tomatina are experiences that draw millions of people
and tourists to celebrate Spanish culture.
Spanish Music and Dance
Spanish culture is known for having well-known musical melodies and rhythms.
Spain has produced incredibly talented songwriters and artists like Plácido Domingo, Enrique
and Julio Iglesias, Paco de Lucía, Alejandro Sanz, and Rosalía. Spanish music genres vary
according to region. Flamenco, Rumba Catalana, and Bolero are accompanied by string
musical instruments and powerful dance. Modern and classical artists often mix Flamenco
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and other traditional Spanish music with modern beats. Roman and Celtic influence is
evident in the varied styles of Spanish music and dancing. Flamenco is a signature dance
often associated with Spain’s image.
Market Mercado
Meeting Reunión
Partner Socio
Purchase Compra
Secretary Secretaria
Seller Vendedor/Vendedora
Agreement Acuerdo
Investment Inversión
Office oficina
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Business Negocio
Employer Empleador
Salary Salario
Product Producto
Schedule Horario
Deadline Vencimiento
The meeting is scheduled for today La reunión está programada para hoy
Could you reserve the conference room? ¿Podrías reservar la sala de conferencias?
The basic conversational building blocks are a great place to start. Simple phrases like
good morning, how you, etc. are grease the wheels of daily conversation in most every
language, including Spanish.
Spanish Greetings
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When you want to learn Spanish, you should start with some basic words that can
help you get by in most common situations you could find yourself in. But with so much
information about learning Spanish for beginners, it’s hard to know where to start. There are
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many reasons to learn basic Spanish. The main reason is to create connections with others.
Being able to communicate and connect with someone in their native language is amazing.
You get to experience their culture and get to know them more. When you learn basic
Spanish, you also have a chance to strengthen your career prospects, gain a different
perspective of the world and do some brain training all at the same time.
Basic Words
English Spanish
What Que
Where Dónde
Who Quién
When Cuando
Meat Carne
Teacher Profesor/Profesora
Sometimes Algunas Veces
Never Nunca
Always Siempre
Rice Arroz
Time Tiempo
Now Ahora
Later Después
Today Hoy dia
Yesterday Ayer
Tomorrow Mañana
Everyday De cada dia
Friend Amigo/Amiga
Water Agua
House Casa
Family members
Englsih Nihongo
Family / Family Members Familia
Grandfather Abuelo
Grandmother Abuela
Father Padre
Mother Madre
Brother Hermano
Sister Hermana
Boy Cousin Primo
Girl Cousin Prima
Uncle Tío
Auntie Tía
Husband Esposo
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Wife Esposa
Son Hijo
Daughter Hija
NUMBERS (DIVINE)
The Spanish numbers are not difficult to learn. Even when there are some exceptions
in the way to form them, their construction follows rules that will allow students to learn
them easily.
Here are the Spanish numbers:
COLORS (MARIZTELLA)
The Spanish Color Wheel Chart. El círculo cromático (Spanish color wheel) shows
the colors organized into a cohesive, interconnected structure that is ideal for studying colors
in Spanish. The Spanish color wheel shows how 11 different colors and shades relate to each
other. El circulo cromático serves as a Spanish color chart whose base comprises six basic
colors.
• Morado (purple) • Amarillo (yellow)
• Rojo (red) • Verde (green)
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The Spanish color wheel is divided into colores cálidos y colores fríos (warm colors
and cold colors). This type of Spanish color chart also serves as a guide for visual arts experts
and graphic designers. It reflects the harmony and contrast between different shades of
colors. A Spanish color chart is of great use in marketing, for visual merchandising experts,
decorators, event coordinators, fashion designers, and more.
Classifying the Colors in Spanish
Warm Colors in Spanish (Colores cálidos)
This first group of colors in the Spanish color wheel is associated with feelings of
warmth and fire. They communicate energy and movement. Some examples of these are
rosado (pink) and amarillo (yellow).
Cold Colors in Spanish (Colores fríos)
Los colores fríos from the Spanish color wheel are associated with feelings of calm
and natural surroundings. El verde (green) and tonos de azules (shades of blue) are the main
ones in this group.
Primary Colors in Spanish (Colores primarios)
All colors appear from the primary colors as base. The translation in Spanish is los
colores primarios. The three primary colors are azul (blue), amarillo (yellow), and rojo (red).
Secondary Colors in Spanish (Colores secundarios)
Los colores secundarios are those color shades that come from combining two equal
parts of two of the primary colors. The three secondary colors in Spanish and their respective
combinations are:
• azul (blue) + rojo (red) = morado (purple)
• amarillo (yellow) + rojo = naranja or anaranjado (orange)
• amarillo + azul = verde (green)
Rainbow Colors in Spanish (Colores del arcoiris)
El arcoiris (rainbow) is a beautiful phenomenon like no other. It takes place when
sunlight goes through the water in the Earth’s atmosphere and gives rise to the appearance of
a spectrum of light frequencies where different colors are formed.
These are the rainbow colors in Spanish.
• Rojo (red) • Amarillo (yellow) • Azul (blue)
• Naranja (orange) • Verde (green) • Índigo (indigo)
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• Violeta (violet)