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How to say “do you speak english” in Spanish

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do you speak english

Spanish · Español

polite

Translation

¿habla inglés?

Romanization

habla inglés?

Pronunciation

ah-blah een-gless

When to use it

Use this with staff, locals, drivers, or passersby while traveling. A polite tone is usually the safest choice. In Spanish, tone and relationship matter; when unsure, choose a polite version or soften your delivery.

Example

¿habla inglés? — a practical sentence to use when asking for help for "do you speak english".

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FAQ

Common questions

How do you say "do you speak english" in Spanish?+

You say "¿habla inglés?" in Spanish. The romanized form is "habla inglés?", and a simple pronunciation cue is "ah-blah een-gless".

Is this phrase formal or casual?+

This entry is marked as polite. The usage note explains when the phrase is appropriate and when you should soften it.

How do you pronounce it?+

Use "ah-blah een-gless" as a learner-friendly pronunciation cue. The romanization is "habla inglés?".

When should I use it?+

Use this with staff, locals, drivers, or passersby while traveling. A polite tone is usually the safest choice. In Spanish, tone and relationship matter; when unsure, choose a polite version or soften your delivery.