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At a House Party

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At a House Party

Las fiestas en casa son más relajadas que los eventos públicos, pero tienen sus propias reglas de etiqueta.

Arriving and Greeting the Host

En países anglosajones, es común llegar 15-30 minutos después de la hora indicada (especialmente en situaciones casuales), pero nunca antes.

  • "Thanks for having me! This is a little something for you." (Al entregar un regalo).
  • "You have a beautiful home! How long have you lived here?"

Joining a Group

No interrumpas una conversación intensa. Espera una pausa y usa el contacto visual:

  • "Mind if I join you guys?"
  • "I overheard you talking about [Topic], I'm a big fan too!"

Leaving Politely

No desaparezcas sin decir adiós (a menos que sea una fiesta masiva). Busca al anfitrión:

  • "I should probably head out now, but I had a wonderful time. Thank you so much!"
  • "Thanks again for hosting. We should do this at my place next time!"

Recuerda: A good guest always offers to help with the dishes, even if the host says no.

Key Vocabulary

20 words to master in this lesson

Host

noun
Anfitrión

A person who receives or entertains other people as guests.

"Thanks for being a great host!"

Guest

noun
Invitado

A person who is invited to visit someone's home.

"How many guests are coming?"

Compliment

noun
Cumplido / Halago

A polite expression of praise or admiration.

"She gave the chef a lovely compliment."

To host

verb
Ser el anfitrión / Organizar

Act as host at an event.

"We're hosting a small dinner party."

Appetizer

noun
Aperitivo / Botana

A small dish of food served before a meal.

"I love these mini tacos appetizers."

Main course

noun
Plato fuerte

The most substantial course of a meal.

"What's for the main course?"

Dessert

noun
Postre

The sweet course eaten at the end of a meal.

"Chocolate cake for dessert!"

Beverage

noun
Bebida

A drink of any type.

"Can I offer you a beverage?"

To toast

verb
Brindar

Raise a glass and drink together in honor of something.

"Let's toast to the birthday girl."

Cheers

expression
¡Salud!

Expressing good wishes before drinking.

"Cheers to everyone!"

Cozy

adjective
Acogedor

Giving a feeling of comfort, warmth, and relaxation.

"Your living room is so cozy."

Ambience

noun
Ambiente

The character and atmosphere of a place.

"I love the ambience here."

Potluck

noun
Comida de traje / Potluck

A meal where each guest brings a dish.

"Is this a potluck or is dinner provided?"

Invitation

noun
Invitación

A written or verbal request inviting someone to go somewhere.

"Thanks for the invitation!"

RSVP

acronym
Confirmar asistencia

Please respond (Répondez s'il vous plaît).

"Don't forget to RSVP by Friday."

Attire

noun
Vestimenta / Atuendo

Clothes, especially fine or formal ones.

"The attire for the party is casual."

Conversation piece

noun
Algo digno de comentar

An object that arouses comment because of its uniqueness.

"That unusual painting is a great conversation piece."

Help yourself

expression
Sírvete tú mismo

Serve yourself food or drink.

"The bar is open, please help yourself."

To show up

phrasal-verb
Llegar / Presentarse

Arrive or appear.

"What time should I show up?"

To catch up

phrasal-verb
Ponerse al día

Exchange news with someone.

"It was great catching up with you."
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"Thanks for being a great host!"

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Objectives

  • Traer un regalo para el anfitrión (Host).
  • Hacer cumplidos sobre la casa.
  • Despedirse cortésmente.