An Easy Introduction to Spanish Conversation
Containing all that is necessary to make a rapid progress in itBy Mariano Velázquez de la Cadena
Length4h 5m
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In "An Easy Introduction to Spanish Conversation," Mariano Vel√°zquez de la Cadena presents a pedagogical approach aimed at enhancing Spanish language acquisition through practical dialogues and structured exercises. Written in an accessible style that reflects the didactic traditions of the 19th century, the book systematically unfolds various conversational scenarios, immersing learners in the cultural nuances of Spanish-speaking contexts. The text serves not only as a linguistic guide but also as a window into the broader literary and educational movements of its time, emphasizing communicative competence alongside grammatical understanding. Mariano Vel√°zquez de la Cadena, a prominent figure in language education, was deeply influenced by the cultural enrichment and national identity movements of his era. His background in linguistics and commitment to improving language education inspired him to create this work. Vel√°zquez's experience as a teacher and his awareness of the challenges faced by learners of Spanish fueled his desire to produce a resource that was both user-friendly and effective in fostering conversational skills. This book is highly recommended for both novice learners and seasoned linguists looking to refine their Spanish conversation skills. Its blend of practical exercises, authentic dialogues, and cultural insights makes it an invaluable resource for anyone seeking to enhance their proficiency in the Spanish language.
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Length4 hrs 5 mins
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Publish dateNov 21, 2019
LanguageEnglish
Table of contents
1Introduction
53The Holidays of the Year.—Dias de fiesta del año.
2PART I. A SYNOPSIS OF THE CASTILIAN LANGUAGE.
54Ecclesiastical Dignities.—Dignidades ecclesiasticas.
3THE LETTERS.
55Names of Things most usually Eaten.— Nombres de las cosas que se comen mas comunmente.
4DIVISION OF SYLLABLES.
56The Covering of the Table.— El aparato de la mesa.
5ACCENT.
57What is Eaten at Table, Boiled.— Loque se come en la mesa cocido.
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6ARTICLES.
58Other Dishes.—Otros platos.
7NOUN
59What is roasted.—Loque es asádo.
8NUMBER
60To season Meat with.— Para sazonar la carne.
9GENDER
61For a Salad.—Para una ensalada.
10CASE.
62For Fast Days.— Para los dias de ayuno.
11AUGMENTATIVE AND DIMINUTIVE NOUNS.
63For the Dessert.—Para los postres.: Degrees of Kindred.—Grados de parentesco.
12ADJECTIVES.
64Of the Conditions of Man and Woman.— De los estados del hombre y de la muger.
13COMPARATIVE.
65Of what is Necessary for Dressing one’s self.— De lo que es menester para vestirse.: With Clothes one must have.— Con los vestidos es menester tener.
14SUPERLATIVE.
66For those that Ride on Horseback.— Para aquellos que andan á caballo.
15PRONOUNS.
67For the Ladies.—Para las Señoras.
16PERSONAL PRONOUNS.
68Of the Parts of the Human Body.— De las partes del cuerpo humano.
17POSSESSIVE PRONOUNS CONJUNCTIVE.
69The Five Senses.— Los cinco sentidos.: Of Ages.—De las edades.
18POSSESSIVE PRONOUNS ABSOLUTE.
70Qualities of the Body.— Calidades del cuerpo.
19RELATIVE AND INTERROGATIVE PRONOUNS.
71Defects of the Human Body.— Defectos del cuerpo humano.
20DEMONSTRATIVE PRONOUNS.
72For Studying.—Para estudiar.
21INDEFINITE PRONOUNS.
73Instruments of Music.— Instrumentos de música.
22VERBS.
74Of the Parts of a House.— De las partes de una casa.: The Furniture of a House.— Muebles de una casa.
23SIMPLE TENSES.
75What is found about the Chimney.— Lo que se halla cerca de la chimenea.
24COMPOUND TENSES.
76What is found in the Kitchen.— Lo que se halla en la cocina.
25INDICATIVE MOOD.
77What we find in the Cellar.— Lo que hallamos en la bodega.
26SUBJUNCTIVE MOOD.
78The Servants of a House.— Los criados de una casa.
27CONJUGATION OF THE AUXILIARY VERBS.
79What is found about the Door.— Lo que se halla cerca de la puerta.: What is found in the Stable.— Lo que se halla en la caballeriza.
28IDIOMATICAL TRANSLATION OF SOME TENSES.
80What is found in the Garden; Flowers, Trees &c. Lo que se halla en el jardín; flores, árboles, &a.
29TABLE SHOWING HOW TO PLACE THE DIFFERENT PRONOUNS IN A SENTENCE, (69.)
81Temporal Dignities.—Dignidades temporales.
30A VERB AFFIRMATIVELY, NEGATIVELY, AND INTERROGATIVELY CONJUGATED.
82Officers of War.—Oficiales de guerra.: Of the Army.—Del ejército.
31PASSIVE VERBS. (175.)
83Of the Fortifications.—De las fortificaciones.
32PRONOMINAL, OR REFLECTIVE VERBS.
84Professions and Trades.— De las profesiones y oficios.
33GERUND.—Gerundio.
85Qualities, Defects, and Imperfections of a Man.
34VERBS THAT ALTER THEIR RADICAL LETTERS.
86Good Qualities of a Man, and the Diseases to which he is subject.
35REMARKS ON THE USE OF THE SUBJUNCTIVE MOOD.
87Of Birds.—De las aves.
36PARTICIPLE.
88Amphibious Creatures.—Animales anfibios.
37VERBS THAT HAVE TWO PARTICIPLES.
89Of Four-footed Animals.—De los cuadrúpedos.
38ADVERBS.
90Of Reptiles and Insects.—De los réptiles é insectos.
39A FEW OF THE ADVERBS.
91What is seen in the Country.—Lo que se ve en el campo.
40SOME ADVERBIAL EXPRESSIONS.
92What we see in a City.—Lo que vémos en una ciudad.
41PREPOSITIONS.
93Of Colors.—De los colores.: Of Metals.—De los metales.
42CONJUNCTIONS.
94Commercial Terms.—Voces mercantiles.
43INTERJECTIONS.
95A COLLECTION OF VERBS.—COLECCION DE VERBOS.
44SOME OF THE MOST COMMON ABBREVIATIONS.
96PART III. FAMILIAR DIALOGUES—DIALOGOS FAMILIARES.
45PART II. A VOCABULARY OF WORDS NECESSARY TO BE KNOWN.
97PART IV. MODELS OF COMMERCIAL LETTERS, &c. Modelos de Cartas de Comercio, &a.
46THE NUMBERS.—LOS NUMEROS.
98First Letter.—Carta primera.
47Cardinal Numbers.—Números Cardinales.
99Second Letter.—Carta segunda.
48Ordinal Numbers.—Números Ordinales.
100Third Letter.—Carta tercera.: Fourth Letter.—Carta cuarta.
49TABLA DE LA MONEDA CORRIENTE EN ESPAÑA, Y LAS REPUBLICAS DE AMERICA.
101Letter of Recommendation.—Carta de recomendacion.
50Of Heaven and the Elements.—Del Cielo y de los Elementos.
102A Draft.—Libranza.
51Of the Weather and Seasons.—Del tiempo y de las estaciones.
103Endorsement.—Endoso.: A Receipt.—Recibo.
52The Days of the Week.— Los días de la semána.: The Months.—Los meses.
104A Note.—Esquela.
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