Cozumel – Learn the Language!

Cozumel – Learn the Language! English is widely spoken in Cozumel but it never hurts to learn the language!

Makes it easier – If you brush up on key words and phrases, you will save yourself time and money.
Closer to the culture – Learning a language helps you appreciate a new culture in ways you wouldn’t otherwise. If you’re only speaking English, you’re just skimming the surface!
You don’t have to be fluent – A lot of people become overwhelmed by the idea of mastering a whole new language for what should be a relaxing trip. Don’t pressure yourself! Even being able to say, “Sorry, I don’t speak Spanish,” can be a huge help! Locals will appreciate the effort you’re putting in to talk to them in their own language, regardless of how much (or little) you say.

Below is our quick reference guide to key words & terms to make your time on Cozumel island the best it can be! You can also print a copy by clicking HERE.

Greetings

Hi/Hello	Hola
Good morning	Buenos dias
Good afternoon	Buenas tardes
Good evening	Buenas noches
How are you?	¿Cómo está?
Good, thank you	Bien, gracias
What is your name?	¿Cómo te llamas?
May name is…..	Me llamo….
Nice to meet you	Mucho gusto
Do you speak English?	¿Habla inglés?

Common Courtesy

Please	Por favor
Thank you	Gracias

Question Words

Who?	¿Quién?
What?	¿Qué?
Where?	¿Dónde?
When?	¿Cuándo?
When/what time?	¿A qué hora?
Why?	¿Por qué?
How?	¿Cómo?
How much?	¿Cuánto?
How many?	¿Cuántos?
How often?	¿Cada cuánto?
How long?	¿Por cuánto tiempo?
Where is the bathroom?	¿Dónde está el baño?

Key phrases

I understand, I don’t understand	Yo entiendo, yo no entiendo
Excuse me, pardon me	Disculpe, con permiso/Perdóname
I want, I don’t want	Yo quiero, yo no quiero
Where is….	¿Dónde está….?
How much does it cost?	¿Cuánto cuesta?
What time is it?	¿Qué hora es?
Do you have….?	¿Tiene….?
I have, I don’t have	Yo tengo, yo no tengo

Asking For & Understanding Directions

I’m lost	Estoy perdido
Aqui	Here
There	Alli
On the right	A la derecha
On the left	A la izquierda
Straight ahead	Derecho
At the corner	En la esquina
In one block	A una cuadra
Where can I get a taxi?	¿Dónde puedo encontrar un taxi?
Where is the….?	¿Dónde está….?

At a Restaurant

I’m hungry	Tengo hambre
Breakfast	El Desayuno
Lunch	El Almuerzo
Dinner	La Cena
Would you like something to eat/drink?	¿Quieres algo para comer/beber?
What would you like to eat?	¿Qué quieres comer?
I want….	Yo quiero….
An appetizer	Una entrada
A main dish	Un plato principal
A dessert	Un postre
A drink	Una bebida
Soup	Una sopa
Salad	Una ensalada
Chicken	El pollo
Meat (beef)	La carne
Water	Una agua
Wine	Un vino
Beer	Una cerveza
Coffee	Un café
To eat here	Comer aqui
Food to go	Comida para llevar
How much is it?	¿Cuánto cuesta?
The bill, please	La cuenta, por favor

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Cozumel Restaurants
Cozumel Basic Travel Info
Cozumel Things to Do

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