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How to say “I'm learning Spanish” in Spanish
“Estoy aprendiendo español” says you are learning Spanish right now. It is a friendly sentence that makes people patient and encouraging. You can also say “estudio español” (I study Spanish).
In Spanish
Estoy aprendiendo español
I'm learning Spanish
Say it: ehs-TOY ah-prehn-DYEHN-doh ehs-pah-NYOHL
Other ways to say “I'm learning Spanish”
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Estudio español
I study Spanish
Also correct; slightly more formal, for lessons or school.
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Hablo un poco de español
I speak a little Spanish
Describes your level.
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Mi español no es perfecto
My Spanish isn't perfect
Polite, honest.
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¿Puede corregirme, por favor?
Can you correct me, please?
Invite corrections.
Example sentences
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Estoy aprendiendo español desde hace dos meses.
I've been learning Spanish for two months.
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Estudio español porque quiero viajar a México.
I study Spanish because I want to travel to Mexico.
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Mi español no es perfecto, pero lo intento.
My Spanish isn't perfect, but I'm trying.
How to reply
¡Qué bien! Hablas muy bien.
Great! You speak very well.
Good to know
- “Estoy + -ando/-iendo” is the present continuous: estoy hablando, estoy comiendo, estoy aprendiendo.
- Use “desde hace” plus a time to say how long: desde hace un año (for a year).
Questions about “I'm learning Spanish” in Spanish
How do you say “I'm learning Spanish” in Spanish?
“I'm learning Spanish” in Spanish is “Estoy aprendiendo español” (I'm learning Spanish). It is pronounced ehs-TOY ah-prehn-DYEHN-doh ehs-pah-NYOHL. You can also say “Estudio español”, “Hablo un poco de español”, “Mi español no es perfecto”.
How do you pronounce “Estoy aprendiendo español”?
“Estoy aprendiendo español” sounds like ehs-TOY ah-prehn-DYEHN-doh ehs-pah-NYOHL. The capital letters mark the stressed syllable. Tap the speaker on this page to hear it.
What are other ways to say “I'm learning Spanish” in Spanish?
“Estudio español” (I study Spanish): also correct; slightly more formal, for lessons or school. “Hablo un poco de español” (I speak a little Spanish): describes your level. “Mi español no es perfecto” (My Spanish isn't perfect): polite, honest. “¿Puede corregirme, por favor?” (Can you correct me, please?): invite corrections.
How do you reply to “Estoy aprendiendo español”?
A natural reply is “¡Qué bien! Hablas muy bien.” (Great! You speak very well.).
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