TV Shows that Help You Learn Spanish

There is great joy in learning another language. It opens you up to a whole new world and helps you develop a better understanding of other cultures. Spanish is a language with rich heritage and given how widely it’s spoken you will really benefit from learning it. And learning it won’t be altogether too difficult. With all the shows you can watch, you can get great exposure to the language. Before you know it, you’ll be speaking fluently. If you’re into that then check out the list below. These shows are a great way to start from.

Extra

Following a similar formula to the much-adored Friends TV show, Extra is about an American man who takes up residence in Barcelona. In his struggle navigating through a new city, you’ll find your own struggle reflected and since simple Spanish is used to help a foreigner understand the language, you too will have an easier time understanding the dialogues. How great is that!

Destinos

Specifically designed to help you learn another language, this is the perfect show to follow if you want to learn new vocabulary and improve your fluency. Each episode targets vocabulary words that it wants you to learn and each of these new words are shown on the screen so you know exactly how it’s spelt and pronounce. What’s more, it also gives you a set of exercises intended to engage you and turn you into a more active user.

The story revolves around a lawyer who sets off to learn a dying man’s secrets. Their travels bring them across many new people and places and consequently new dialects so you get a much more nuanced understanding of the language than you’d normally get.

Spaniards in London

Another show with characters you can relate to, Spaniards in London is the story of a group of Spaniards trying to learn the English language as they make their way in UK. Whether you’re a beginner or at an advance level you’ll find this show informative and educational. The best part is that you watch it both in English and in Spanish and you can also get the subtitles in either language as well. This will surely improve you grasp on the language.

EnTerapia

An immersive show that lets you easily follow what the characters are saying, EnTerapia is the perfect tool to gaining mastery over Spanish. What’s more, the storytelling is remarkable. The show revolves around a psychotherapist and their four clients. As the story progresses you learn more about the lives of these patients and since it’s all about listening, you get better at identifying the words and how they’re spoken.

El ChavodelOcho

For those that want to have a good laugh throughout their learning experience, we’d recommend you watch El Chavo del Ocho. Since it’s a sitcom, you can start from anywhere. What’s more it gets you acquainted with the slang so that the next time you’re talking to someone who speaks Spanish you’ll be able to pick up the figures of language, the similes, metaphors and idioms, with relative ease. The adventure of the boy, our main character, is sure to keep you entertained. These antics never get old.

Escobar, El Patrón Del Mal (Escobar, Boss of Evil)

If you liked Narcos, you’ll love this Colombian series. It follows the life of the famed mob boss, but where Narcos has a greater element of dramatization, this show is more factual and authentic. And, let us point out that that makes for just as riveting a tale. You get to see the adventures and the eccentric life that Pablo Escobar leads and get an insight into the Medellin Cartel like never before. With that said, let’s get to the learning aspect of it.

The Spanish speaking is accompanied with Spanish subtitles so anytime you’re confused about what they’re saying you can read below. For slow readers, we’d recommend that you slow the show as well. Given how interesting the series is, you won’t feel frustrated, that we guarantee. We’d like to point out though that this isn’t suitable for beginner level. If you’re at an intermediate or advance level then you’ll find it useful otherwise you’ll most likely fumble through it all.

Final Words

These Spanish shows are sure to get you hooked. We guarantee you’ll be binge-watching on the weekends completely enthralled by the quality content they offer. If you’re looking for some good cable options in this regard you’ll find Spectrum a suitable choice. They offer plans specifically for the Latino population giving you access to great Spanish channels. So, simply call Spectrum servicio al cliente and they’ll set you up in no time. Now go ahead and learn Spanish!