JanskeMarie
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- Camino Francés - September 2019 / Camino de Madrid - September 2020
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Say Hi works well. I had a ‘conversation’ using it with the 85 year old Spanish matriarch of an albergue I stayed in last year. Once she got over speaking to the smart phone she thought it was fabulous.You can learn a great amount of Spanish in the more than six months that you have until your walk. Try some different methods, find what works for you, set goals, be positive, dedicated and motivated and, most of all, enjoy the process. ¡Suerte!
(Personally I don't think the language gamification apps work that well. I like the mass input method of LingQ. Try it out and see if you like it.)
I walked the Madrid in August. My command of Spanish is limited at best (I can ask some questions and understand the answers). I was able to get what I needed without too much difficulty. However, I was constantly and painfully reminded how much easier AND more enjoyable it would have been if I could converse more fluently. I agree with forum members who said you have enough time to learn more. If I had my prep to do over, that would be my main priority. It's a great Camino. ENJOY IT! BobSeptember 16th I will start my Camino Madrid. This is a Camino where mainly Spanish is spoken, a language I don't speak well. Have you encountered difficulties if you do not speak the language on the road?
I guess it depends on what you call "difficulties."Have you encountered difficulties if you do not speak the language on the road?
Thank you all for your responses. I am going to get it all in my ears, and I am convinced that I am going with pleasure and confidence.
A few more months of learning Spanish, and as a Back-up I always have a friend of Spanish descent, who I can turn to if I have problems if I can't get out.
O el traductor de Google.Two words........Google translate....
@JanskeMarieSeptember 16th I will start my Camino Madrid. This is a Camino where mainly Spanish is spoken, a language I don't speak well. Have you encountered difficulties if you do not speak the language on the road?
Two more words: Strange spanishTwo words........Google translate....
Thanks - I'm starting the CdM this time next week and have just downloaded the Say Hi app - excellent!Say Hi works well. I had a ‘conversation’ using it with the 85 year old Spanish matriarch of an albergue I stayed in last year. Once she got over speaking to the smart phone she thought it was fabulous.
And showed it to my wife - and she's downloaded it too!Thanks - I'm starting the CdM this time next week and have just downloaded the Say Hi app - excellent!
Now I realized I am learning South American Spanish. Would that be an issue. I am so proud of myself, that I sticked to it..
Alas, I have decided to change my gravatar. We have known each other for quite a while, and he will always have a special place in my heart. I may resurrect him at some point in the future, but I think he deserves a well deserved rest for now. I will be going incognito during this time of transition.
What? The next series? Yipee!Sí, vuelve el 3 de abril de 2020.
Jealous....... That's allAm currently on the Camino de Madrid. Day 2 about 6kms from Manzanares. Haven't seen another pilgrim yet and am getting by with lots of por favor, hola, muchas gracios etc. Currently sitting by the side of the path for a water break and to listen to the birds. Rather pleasant.
Ha - many thanks particularly as there are no other pilgrims around to say it! Although there was a sign this afternoon.Jealous....... That's all
I think it is my favourite route.
Buen camino. Tim
Forgot to say - I went to the supermarket last night, handed over the money and said 'muchas gracios' and the young chap serving and jabbering away in Spanish turned and said 'have a nice day' - and i said 'how did you know?' Smiles all round. You can get by with please, thank you and a smile. If you make an effort they appreciate it and laugh at your accent.Ha - many thanks particularly as there are no other pilgrims around to say it! Although there was a sign this afternoon.
Done it 3 times and met 4 other pilgrims all together. The day from Cercedilla over the mountains is a big favorite. Buen Camino .Am currently on the Camino de Madrid. Day 2 about 6kms from Manzanares. Haven't seen another pilgrim yet and am getting by with lots of por favor, hola, muchas gracios etc. Currently sitting by the side of the path for a water break and to listen to the birds. Rather pleasant.
Yes.... rather confusing. When did you change your avatar ?
When I was alerted that max was also using a similar avatar. I finally succumbed to the pressure, and drank the Koolaid.Yes.... rather confusing. When did you change your avatar ?
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I’ve since read following messages and can see you’re having heaps of fun with it.
Buen camino to you and your likeness.
Annie
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