There are many words that are similar in Spanish and English and often

they have the same meaning. However, similar sounding words can
have a very different meaning. In this lesson we will look at these false
friends. This is a great method to learn new vocabulary
Actualmente & Actually (REALIDAD)
He is actually very happy with his new job.
Advertencia & Advertisement(ANUNCIO)
There are many advertisements on Spanish T.V.
Asistir & Assist(AYUDAR)
Can i assist you with your shopping bags?
Blando & Bland (SOSO)
Could I have some salt please, this food is bland.
Carpeta & Carpet(ALFOMBRA)
We have a new red carpet in our living room
Complexin & Complexion(COLOR DE LA PIEL)
Maria has a dark complexion
Compromiso & Compromise (CONCESIONES RECIPROCAS)
I reached a compromise with my boss about the amount of working hours
Contestar & Contest (DISPUAR)
I contested the final bill as i thought it was incorrect
Delito & Delight (ENCANTO)
It was a delight to see my friends again
Disgusto & Disgust (REPUGNANCIA)
Seeing our planet polluted, fills me with disgust.
Embarazada & Embarrassed (AVERGONZADO)
I feel embarrassed because i made a mistake
Estar constipado & Be constipated (estar estreido)
I've been constipated for 3 days now.
xito & Exit (SALIDA)
The exit of the car park is that way.
Fbrica & Fabric (TELA)
This fabric is 50% cotton

Grabar & Grab (COGER)

I grabbed the lady so she wouldn't fall over.
Largo & Large </strong>(GRANDE)
I have very large feet
Lectura & Lecture</strong> (CONFERENCIA)
The lecture will last over 2 hours.
Librera & Library (BIBLIOTECA)
The library has many interesting books.
Molestar & Molest (ACOSAR SEXUALMENTE)
He is going to prison for molesting children
Pariente & Parent (PADRE / MADRE)
My parents are from England
Pretender & Pretend (FINGIR)
He's pretending that he has broken his leg.
Recordar & Record (GRABAR)
I have to record the film that is on TV tonight.
Sensible & Sensible (SENSATO)
John has a very sensible idea.
Suceso & Success (XITO)
He is very successful at work.
ltimamente & Ultimately (AL FINAL)
Ultimately, he will have to leave home and get his own place.