Basic Conversation in Spanish - What's your name

This video tutorial teaches how to ask someone's name in Spanish using phrases like 'Como te llamas' and 'Cual es tu nombre'. It explains the nuances of these phrases, including formal and informal variations, and provides examples of how to answer. The video also highlights common mistakes learners make, such as misinterpreting 'Me llamo' as 'My name is'.

What is the purpose of using 'usted' in the phrase 'Como se llama usted'?

• To indicate a question about age

• To show respect or formality

• To ask about someone's job

• To inquire about someone's location

Which of the following is a correct response to 'Como te llamas'?

• Mi nombre es Diego

• Mi nombre Diego

• Me llamo Diego

• Yo soy Diego

What is the literal translation of 'Cual es tu nombre'?

• What is your name?

• How do you call yourself?

• Which is your name?

• Who are you?

How would you politely ask for someone's name using 'Cual es'?

• Cual es su nombre

• Cual es tu nombre

• Cual es mi nombre

• Cual es el nombre

What is a common misconception about the phrase 'Me llamo'?

• It means 'I am'

• It means 'I call myself'

• It means 'I am called'

• It means 'My name is'