How to learn Spanish step by step

Spanish has regular spelling and many speakers, so progress feels quick at first. Keep listening to real speech every day.

Good for: Learners at any level, for travel, work or study. Typical time: 500–800 hours in total, depending on where you start.

The usual order of steps

1. 1
   A1: first steps≈ 70 h

   Greetings, numbers and basic phrases.
2. 2
   A2: daily life≈ 100 h

   Present and past tenses, shopping and travel.
3. 3
   B1: independent use≈ 130 h

   Tell stories and give opinions.
4. 4
   B2: confident use≈ 170 h

   Follow films and discuss more abstract topics.
5. 5
   Exam preparation≈ 50 h

   DELE or SIELE, if you need a certificate.

Free or paid?

Many good courses for each step are free; paid ones usually add a certificate, feedback from a teacher or a fixed schedule. Check the current price, dates and age limits on the provider’s own site before you pay.

Where to look for courses

Search these platforms for “Spanish language”. Compare ratings, prices and the date of the last update before you choose.

• Coursera
• edX
• Udemy
• Khan Academy
• YouTube

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The hours are rough, typical figures, not promises. Plans are made by AI and may contain mistakes.