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In this episode, we follow up on our lyrics breakdown of "Somos Más" — the official Telemundo anthem for the 2026 FIFA World Cup by Carlos Vives, Emilia, Wisin, and Xavi.

We're reviewing 7 Spanish phrases from the song that you can use in daily conversation. Plus, I'll reveal the answer to our trivia question about Carlos Vives.

In this episode, you’ll learn:

🗣️Conversational phrases that go beyond soccer — from expressing excitement to describing community

👚 How "ponerse la camiseta" means much more than putting on a shirt

🔄️ An easy way to memorize how to use reflexive verbs

Listen to this episode to build vocabulary you'll actually use — in the World Cup and beyond.

Related Links:

🎧 Episode 244: Learn Spanish with the World Cup Anthem "Somos Más"

🏆 Listen to all World Cup episodes

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In this special World Cup episode, we break down "Somos Más," the official Telemundo anthem for the 2026 FIFA World Cup, performed by Carlos Vives (Colombia), Emilia (Argentina), Wisin (Puerto Rico), and Xavi (Mexico).

We'll break down the song lyrics and review vocabulary for talking about sports, emotions, and coming together as a community.

In this episode, you'll learn:

⚽ Essential fútbol vocabulary that every Spanish speaker uses during the World Cup

🌎 How 4 artists from 4 different countries come together in one anthem — and what that means for your Spanish

🏟️ The difference between "la cancha" and "el estadio" and other soccer terms you need to know

⚽ Want to learn how to talk to your Spanish-speaking friends about La Copa Mundial? 🌎🏆

Join us live for a FREE Spanish Class on all the vocab you need to chat about the FIFA World Cup and learn all about the biggest tournament in sports!

You'll also get an opportunity to practice speaking Spanish and learn through conversation.

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Never watched a soccer match? No problem. The FIFA World Cup is coming to the US, Mexico, and Canada this summer — and it's the perfect excuse to level up your Spanish! ⚽

In this episode, we start from the very beginning — what the World Cup is, how the game works, and the key Spanish vocabulary you need to follow a match and have a conversation about the tournament in Spanish.

What You'll Learn in This Episode:

🏆 What 'La Copa Mundial" means and why it's such a big deal in the Spanish-speaking world

⚽ The basic reglas de fútbol explained— positions, scoring, and how a game is won

🎙️ The exact words and phrases you'll hear during a Spanish-language broadcast

Listen to this episode and you'll be ready to watch every match en español!

⚽ Want to learn how to talk to your Spanish-speaking friends about La Copa Mundial? 🌎🏆

Join us live for a FREE Spanish Class on all the vocab you need to chat about the FIFA World Cup and learn all about the biggest tournament in sports!

You'll also get an opportunity to practice speaking Spanish and learn through conversation.

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 In this episode, we’re breaking down the vocabulary of “Estocolmo” by Romeo Santos and Prince Royce. We extract 7 high-frequency words & phrases from the song that you can use in daily conversation immediately.

What You'll Learn in This Episode:

• 🧐 How to describe someone who thinks too highly of themselves in Spanish (without being rude!)
• 😤 A common phrase used to express frustration when you've reached your limit, like saying "It's the last straw!"
• 📝 The other way to say "to fear" in Spanish and a different way talk about your plans

Listen to this episode to add more conversational Spanish vocabulary to your toolkit.

⚽ Want to learn how to talk to your Spanish-speaking friends about La Copa Mundial? 🌎🏆

Join us live for a FREE Spanish Class on all the vocab you need to chat about the FIFA World Cup and learn all about the biggest tournament in sports!

You'll also get an opportunity to practice speaking Spanish and learn through conversation.

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In this episode, we break down the dramatic hit "Estocolmo" from the joint album by Romeo Santos and Prince Royce.

We analyze the lyrics of this intense song, exploring themes of jealousy, determination, and the "crime" of stealing someone's heart. 

In this episode, you'll learn:

👮 A common phrase used in Latin America for "going to jail" that you won't find in most textbooks

🧗 The specific verb needed to describe climbing physical objects (like a balcony!)

😠 Expressions you can use when you're frustrated or annoyed with someone

⚽ Want to learn how to talk to your Spanish-speaking friends about La Copa Mundial? 🌎🏆

Join us live for a FREE Spanish Class on all the vocab you need to chat about the FIFA World Cup and learn all about the biggest tournament in sports!

You'll also get an opportunity to practice speaking Spanish and learn through conversation.

Sign Up Now ➡️  spanishconsalsa.com/copa

Support the show

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