Personal Information: Questions and Answers in Spanish
Being able to ask and answer questions about personal information is a crucial part of learning Spanish. Whether you're introducing yourself or getting to know someone, these phrases will come in handy. Let's break down the essential questions and answers, highlighting the differences between formal and informal usage.
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Basic Personal Information Questions
¿Cómo te llamas? - What is your name? (informal)
Me llamo [Name]. - My name is [Name].
¿Cómo se llama usted? - What is your name? (formal)
Me llamo [Name]. - My name is [Name].
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¿Dónde vives? - Where do you live? (informal)
Vivo en [Place]. - I live in [Place].
¿Dónde vive usted? - Where do you live? (formal)
Vivo en [Place]. - I live in [Place].
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¿Cuál es tu nombre? - What is your first name? (informal)
Mi nombre es [First Name]. - My first name is [First Name].
¿Cuál es su nombre? - What is your first name? (formal)
Mi nombre es [First Name]. - My first name is [First Name].
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¿Cuál es tu apellido? - What is your last name? (informal)
Mi apellido es [Last Name]. - My last name is [Last Name].
¿Cuál es su apellido? - What is your last name? (formal)
Mi apellido es [Last Name]. - My last name is [Last Name].
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¿Cuántos años tienes? - How old are you? (informal)
Tengo [Number] años. - I am [Number] years old.
¿Cuántos años tiene usted? - How old are you? (formal)
Tengo [Number] años. - I am [Number] years old.
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¿Cuál es tu correo electrónico? - What is your email? (informal)
Mi correo electrónico es [email@example.com]. - My email is [email@example.com].
¿Cuál es su correo electrónico? - What is your email? (formal)
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Formal vs. Informal Usage
In Spanish, choosing between formal and informal language depends on the context and your relationship with the person you're speaking to. Use "usted" for formal situations, such as speaking with someone older, in a professional setting, or with someone you don't know well. Use "tú" for informal interactions, like talking with friends, family, or peers.
Example Conversations
Informal:
Hola, ¿cómo te llamas?
Me llamo Ana.
¿Dónde vives?
Vivo en Madrid.
¿Cuántos años tienes?
Tengo 25 años.
¿Cuál es tu correo electrónico?
Mi correo electrónico es ana@example.com
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Formal:
Buenos días, ¿cómo se llama usted?
Me llamo Carlos Pérez.
¿Dónde vive usted?
Vivo en Barcelona.
¿Cuántos años tiene usted?
Tengo 40 años.
¿Cuál es su correo electrónico?
Mi correo electrónico es carlos.perez@example.com.
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By mastering these questions and answers, you'll be able to confidently share and ask for personal information in both formal and informal settings. This will greatly enhance your ability to communicate effectively in Spanish. Ready to practice these phrases in real-life conversations?
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