• Repetición espaciada
• Días de la semana / Days of the week
• Meses del año / Months of the year
• Estaciones del año / Seasons
• Colores / Colors
• Miembros de la familia / Family members
• Otras palabras útiles / Other useful words

Aprender un nuevo idioma requiere de un vocabulario básico inicial.

Conocer las palabras más comunes y útiles te permitirá comprender las primeras lecciones y textos con mayor facilidad. El objetivo es entender.

Aprender inglés desde cero puede ser mucho más fácil si primero conoces las palabras que usan los profesores. En el nivel A1 escucharás términos como noun, verb, adjective o adverb, que ya mencionamos en Comienza a aprender inglés: guía para principiantes. Si no sabes qué significan, cada explicación puede volverse confusa.

Ahora, en este artículo encontrarás el vocabulario esencial que todo principiante debería dominar antes de comenzar a estudiar inglés formalmente. Esto te ayudará a entender mejor las instrucciones del profesor, seguir las clases con confianza y construir una base sólida para avanzar en tu aprendizaje.

Aquí encontrarás tablas con la palabra en inglés, su traducción al español, una breve explicación y dos ejemplos de uso. Además, mientras lees una palabra sencilla y común.

No deberías empezar el nivel A1 sin antes repasar y aprender este vocabulario básico. Es mi humilde recomendación.

# Repetición espaciada

Leer este artículo una sola vez no será suficiente. De hecho, sé que muchos lectores harán un repaso muy por encima, sin detenerse a estudiar.

Por ello, quiero enfatizar que la forma más efectiva de aprender este vocabulario es mediante la repetición espaciada, una técnica que te permite memorizar y retener información a largo plazo. En este sentido, Anki será tu mejor aliado. Te recomiendo importar este vocabulario en Anki y repasarlo a diario. Así podrás recordar las palabras de forma natural y convertir este conocimiento en una base sólida para seguir aprendiendo inglés.

Los materiales que he preparado para ti incluyen un mazo de Anki, un archivo CSV y una hoja de Google Sheets para que puedas elegir el formato que mejor se adapte a tus necesidades.

Todo lo conseguirás de forma gratuita en mi repositorio de GitHub.

1. Google Sheets con el vocabulario.
2. My learning journal - Repositorio de GitHub.

Y, si no tienes Anki instalado, aquí tienes el enlace oficial para descargarlo:

3. Download Anki.

¡Espero que te sea útil!

# Días de la semana / Days of the week

Inglés	Español	Explicación	Ejemplo 1	Ejemplo 2
Monday	Lunes	The first day of the week.	I have a meeting on Monday.	I will go to the gym on Monday.
Tuesday	Martes	The second day of the week.	We will go shopping on Tuesday.	My class is on Tuesday.
Wednesday	Miércoles	The third day of the week.	My birthday is on Wednesday.	I have a doctor's appointment on Wednesday.
Thursday	Jueves	The fourth day of the week.	I have a dentist appointment on Thursday.	We will have a meeting on Thursday.
Friday	Viernes	The fifth day of the week.	We will have a party on Friday.	I finish work early on Friday.
Saturday	Sábado	The sixth day of the week.	I like to relax on Saturday.	We go hiking on Saturday.
Sunday	Domingo	The seventh day of the week.	We go to church on Sunday.	I like to have a big family lunch on Sunday.

# Meses del año / Months of the year

Inglés	Español	Explicación	Ejemplo 1	Ejemplo 2
January	Enero	The first month of the year.	My birthday is in January.	We usually have snow in January.
February	Febrero	The second month of the year.	Valentine's Day is in February.	February is the shortest month.
March	Marzo	The third month of the year.	Spring begins in March.	My sister's wedding is in March.
April	Abril	The fourth month of the year.	April is known for its rain.	We celebrate Earth Day in April.
May	Mayo	The fifth month of the year.	May is a popular month for weddings.	Flowers bloom in May.
June	Junio	The sixth month of the year.	School ends in June.	We go on vacation in June.
July	Julio	The seventh month of the year.	Independence Day is in July.	We like to go to the beach in July.
August	Agosto	The eighth month of the year.	August is usually hot.	We have a family reunion in August.
September	Septiembre	The ninth month of the year.	School starts in September.	The leaves begin to change color in September.
October	Octubre	The tenth month of the year.	Halloween is in October.	The weather gets cooler in October.
November	Noviembre	The eleventh month of the year.	Thanksgiving is in November.	November is a time for reflection.
December	Diciembre	The twelfth month of the year.	Christmas is in December.	We have a party on the last day of December.

# Estaciones del año / Seasons

Inglés	Español	Explicación	Ejemplo 1	Ejemplo 2
Spring	Primavera	The season between winter and summer.	We like to go for walks in spring.	Spring flowers bloom beautifully.
Summer	Verano	The warmest season of the year.	We go to the beach in summer.	Summer is my favorite season.
Autumn	Otoño	The season between summer and winter.	The leaves change color in autumn.	Fall is another word for autumn.
Winter	Invierno	The coldest season of the year.	It snows in winter.	We like to drink hot chocolate in winter.

# Colores / Colors

Inglés	Español	Explicación	Ejemplo 1	Ejemplo 2
Red	Rojo	The color of fire and blood.	She wore a red dress.	The apple is red.
Blue	Azul	The color of the sky and the ocean.	The sky is blue.	He has blue eyes.
Green	Verde	The color of grass and leaves.	The grass is green.	She has a green backpack.
Yellow	Amarillo	The color of the sun and bananas.	The sun is yellow.	I like yellow flowers.
Black	Negro	The color of darkness.	Black is often associated with elegance.	Many luxury cars are black.
White	Blanco	The color of snow and milk.	The snow is white.	I like white flowers.
Orange	Naranja	The color of oranges and sunsets.	The sunset is orange.	Oranges are orange.
Violet	Violeta	The color of violets and lavender.	The flowers are violet.	She wore a violet dress.
Purple	Púrpura	A color between blue and red.	The sky turned purple at sunset.	I like purple grapes.
Golden	Dorado	The color of gold.	The ring is golden.	We saw a golden sunset.
Silver	Plateado	The color of silver.	The necklace is silver.	I like silver jewelry.
Navy	Marino	A dark shade of blue.	He wore a navy suit.	The navy blue car is mine.
Brown	Marrón	The color of chocolate and coffee.	The dog is brown.	I like brown bread.
Gray	Gris	The color of ashes and clouds.	The sky is gray today.	She has gray hair.
Pink	Rosa	The color of cotton candy and flowers.	The dress is pink.	I like pink roses.
Olive	Oliva	A dark yellowish-green color.	The olive tree is beautiful.	She wore an olive jacket.

# Miembros de la familia / Family members

Inglés	Español	Explicación	Ejemplo 1	Ejemplo 2
Father	Padre	A male parent.	My father is very kind.	I visit my father every weekend.
Mother	Madre	A female parent.	My mother cooks delicious meals.	I call my mother every day.
Brother	Hermano	A male sibling.	My brother is very funny.	I play video games with my brother.
Sister	Hermana	A female sibling.	My sister is very talented.	I go shopping with my sister.
Sibling	Hermano/a	A brother or sister.	My sibling is my best friend.	I have two siblings: one brother and one sister.
Grandfather	Abuelo	The father of one's parent.	My grandfather is very wise.	I love listening to my grandfather's stories.
Grandmother	Abuela	The mother of one's parent.	My grandmother is very caring.	I enjoy baking with my grandmother.
Uncle	Tío	The brother of one's parent.	My uncle is very funny.	I love playing soccer with my uncle.
Aunt	Tía	The sister of one's parent.	My aunt is very supportive.	I enjoy going to the movies with my aunt.
Cousin	Primo/a	The child of one's uncle or aunt.	My cousin is very friendly.	I often play with my cousin on weekends.
Nephew	Sobrino	The son of one's sibling.	My nephew is very energetic.	I like to take my nephew to the park.
Niece	Sobrina	The daughter of one's sibling.	My niece is very creative.	I enjoy reading stories to my niece.
Son	Hijo	A male child of one's parent.	My son is very curious.	I take my son to school every day.
Daughter	Hija	A female child of one's parent.	My daughter is very intelligent.	I love spending time with my daughter.
Parent	Padre/Madre	A mother or father.	My parent is my role model.	I appreciate everything my parent does for me.
Child	Hijo/a	A son or daughter.	My child is my greatest joy.	I always support my child in their dreams.
Spouse	Cónyuge	A husband or wife.	My spouse is my best friend.	I enjoy traveling with my spouse.
Family	Familia	A group of related people.	My family is very important to me.	We have family gatherings every holiday.
Relatives	Parientes	People related by blood or marriage.	I visit my relatives during the holidays.	My relatives live in different cities.

# Otras palabras útiles / Other useful words

Inglés	Español	Explicación	Ejemplo 1	Ejemplo 2
Please	Por favor	A polite way to ask for something.	Could you please help me?	Please pass the salt.
Thank you	Gracias	A polite expression of gratitude.	Thank you for your help.	I want to say thank you to everyone.
Dog	Perro	An animal that lives with people and is friendly and loyal.	My dog loves to play fetch.	I take my dog for a walk every morning.
Cat	Gato	An animal that lives with people and likes to be alone.	My cat enjoys sleeping in the sun.	I like to play with my cat using a laser pointer.
Teacher	Profesor/a	A person who helps others learn.	My teacher is very kind.	I ask my teacher questions when I don't understand.
Student	Estudiante	A person who is learning.	I am a student at the local high school.	The students are studying for their exams.
Friend	Amigo/a	A person you like and trust.	My friend and I go to the park together.	I can always count on my friend.
Flower	Flor	A colorful plant often given as a gift.	I received a beautiful flower for my birthday.	Flowers are a great way to brighten someone's day.
Watch	Reloj	A device used to tell time.	I bought a new watch yesterday.	My watch is always accurate.
Anger	Enojo	A strong feeling of displeasure.	He felt a surge of anger when he heard the news.	It's important to manage your anger in a healthy way.
Food	Comida	Something people or animals eat to live and be healthy.	I love trying new types of food.	Healthy food is essential for a good life.
Water	Agua	A clear, colorless liquid essential for life.	I drink plenty of water every day.	Water is important for staying hydrated.
House	Casa	A building where people live.	My house is my sanctuary.	We painted the house last summer.
Car	Coche	A vehicle used for transportation.	I drive my car to work every day.	My car needs an oil change.
Time	Tiempo	The ongoing sequence of events taking place.	Time flies when you're having fun.	I need to manage my time better.
Wardrobe	Armario	A piece of furniture used for storing clothes.	I keep my clothes organized in the wardrobe.	The wardrobe is made of wood.
Shirts	Camisas	Clothes we wear on the top part of our body.	I have several shirts in my wardrobe.	He wore a blue shirt to the party.
Firemen	Bomberos	People who are trained to extinguish fires.	The firemen arrived quickly to put out the fire.	Firemen risk their lives to save others.
Pillow	Almohada	A soft object used to support the head while sleeping.	I like to sleep with a soft pillow.	My pillow is very comfortable.
Tables	Mesas	Furniture with a flat top and legs, used for eating or working.	We eat dinner at the dining tables.	The tables in the classroom are arranged in rows.
Chairs	Sillas	Pieces of furniture designed for sitting.	There are four chairs around the kitchen table.	I bought new chairs for the living room.
Idea	Idea	A thought or suggestion about a possible course of action.	I have a great idea for our project.	Sharing ideas can lead to innovation.
Love	Amor	A deep feeling of affection and care.	Love is an important part of life.	They expressed their love for each other.
Anxiety	Ansiedad	A feeling of worry or fear.	She felt a wave of anxiety before the exam.	Managing anxiety is important for mental health.
Moon	Luna	The natural satellite of the Earth, visible at night.	The moon shines brightly in the night sky.	We watched the full moon together.
Feet	Pies	The lower extremities of the legs.	My feet are tired after a long day of walking.	She bought new shoes for her feet.
Sky	Cielo	The expanse of air over the Earth.	The sky is clear and blue today.	Birds fly high in the sky.
Oceans	Océanos	Large bodies of saltwater that cover most of the Earth's surface.	The oceans are home to many marine species.	We went sailing on the oceans last summer.
Coat	Abrigo	A warm piece of clothing we wear over other clothes.	I wear a warm coat in the winter.	Her coat has a hood to protect against rain.
Legs	Piernas	The parts of the body we use to stand and walk.	He ran fast using his strong legs.	She injured her legs while playing soccer.
Gift	Regalo	Something given to someone without expecting anything in return.	I bought a gift for my friend's birthday.	Giving a gift can show appreciation.
Earth	Tierra	The third planet from the Sun, home to all known life.	We live on planet Earth.	Protecting the Earth is important for future generations.
Hope	Esperanza	A feeling that something good will happen.	I have hope for a better future.	Hope can keep us motivated during difficult times.
Hate	Odio	A strong feeling of dislike.	I hate waiting in long lines.	She expressed her hate for injustice.
Bet	Apuesta	To say you think something will happen and risk money or something else on it.	I made a bet with my friend on the game.	They lost the bet and had to buy dinner.
Attention	Atención	The act of focusing on something.	Please pay attention to the instructions.	The teacher called for the students' attention.
Speech	Discurso	Talking in front of people to share ideas or feelings.	He gave a powerful speech at the conference.	The president's speech inspired the audience.
Trick	Truco	Something done to fool or surprise someone.	The magician performed an amazing trick.	Don't fall for that trick again.
Event	Evento	An occurrence or happening, often of significance.	The concert was a memorable event.	We are planning a special event for the holidays.
Kisses	Besos	When you touch someone with your lips to show love or care.	She gave her mother kisses before leaving.	They exchanged kisses after the wedding ceremony.
Pain	Dolor	A bad feeling in your body when you are hurt or sick.	He felt a sharp pain in his leg.	The pain from the injury lasted for weeks.
Answer	Respuesta	A response to a question or situation.	I gave the correct answer to the question.	She didn't know the answer to the question.
Question	Pregunta	Something you ask to get information.	She asked a question about the homework.	I have a question regarding the schedule.
Meeting	Reunión	When people come together to talk or decide something.	We have a meeting scheduled for tomorrow.	The team held a meeting to discuss the project.
Farewell	Despedida	An act of saying goodbye.	We had a farewell party for our colleague.	She gave a heartfelt farewell speech.
Mom	Mamá	A female parent.	My mom makes the best cookies.	I love spending time with my mom.
Dad	Papá	A male parent.	My dad is very hardworking.	I enjoy fishing trips with my dad.
Pet	Mascota	An animal you keep at home for fun or company.	I have a pet dog named Rex.	Taking care of a pet teaches responsibility.
Party	Fiesta	A time when people meet to have fun, eat, or dance.	We are throwing a birthday party for my sister.	The party was filled with music and dancing.
Message	Mensaje	Words you send or give to another person.	I received a message from my friend yesterday.	Please leave me a message if I am not home.
Materials	Materiales	Things used to make or build something.	The project requires various materials like wood and paint.	We need to gather all the materials before starting the construction.
Address	Dirección	The location of a person or organization.	Please write down your address for the delivery.	I moved to a new address last month.
Purse	Monedero	A small bag used to carry money and personal items.	She always carries a stylish purse.	I found a purse on the bench and returned it to the owner.
Shoes	Zapatos	Things you wear on your feet to protect them.	I bought a new pair of shoes for the event.	His shoes were muddy after the hike.
Game	Juego	Something you do for fun or competition.	We played a board game last night.	The video game was very exciting.
Neighbor	Vecino	A person who lives near your house.	Our neighbor is very friendly and helpful.	I borrowed sugar from my neighbor yesterday.
Rest	Descanso	A period of time spent doing nothing or sleeping.	After a long day, I need some rest.	Taking a short rest can improve productivity.
Sad	Triste	Feeling unhappy or not good.	She felt sad after hearing the bad news.	The movie had a sad ending.
Play	Jugar	To do something for fun, not for work.	The children love to play in the park.	We often play soccer on weekends.
Kind	Amable	Friendly and nice to other people.	She is very kind to everyone she meets.	It was kind of you to help me with my homework.
Awake	Despierto	Not sleeping; open eyes and alert.	I was awake all night studying for the exam.	The loud noise kept me awake.
Tired	Cansado	In need of sleep or rest; weary.	After the long hike, I felt very tired.	She looked tired in the morning.
Mirror	Espejo	A thing made of glass where you can see your reflection.	I checked myself in the mirror before leaving the house.	The mirror in the hallway is very decorative.

Poco a poco iré añadiendo más palabras y categorías a esta lista. Tu también puedes sugerirme nuevas palabras que consideres importantes para los principiantes. Para ello, usa mi email, GitHub o escribe por Linkedin.