If you want to learn a new language for work or for leisure, this free course with Open Learn will introduce you to one of the most widely spoken languages in the world – Spanish. Whether this is the first time that you are learning Spanish, or you have already picked up some words and phrases from travelling across the Spanish-speaking world, this course is for you.

This introduction offers the perfect opportunity to develop the skills needed to communicate effectively in Spanish in everyday contexts.

Part 1: pronounce vowel sounds and the letter ‘h’ in Spanish understand how to type the special characters á é ñ ¿ make introductions using both formal and informal expressions greet people at different times of the day recognise the value of keeping a language notebook.

Part 2: ask the time, and tell the time to others develop pronunciation, fluency and intonation through practice conjugate verbs in the present tense report on daily routines and favoured activities appreciate the different ‘r’ sounds in the Spanish language.

Part 3: greet people in different contexts invite friends to go out with you, and accept or decline their invitations find preferred ways of capturing and organising new vocabulary interpret information from tone and intonation hold formal conversation over the phone, and leave messages.