Are you learning Spanish and want to improve your vocabulary in a different way? Today I propose a practical challenge to learn and use common Spanish words and phrases that talk abouthome in a fun and memorable way. Whether you’re visual, auditory, or kinesthetic, we have a challenge for you.
These activities for learning Spanish at home are designed so that you can practice without leaving your home, using your own environment as a learning classroom.
Why learn house vocabulary in Spanish?
Home is one of the most basic and useful topics when learning a language. Knowing the names of everyday objects—such as mesa (the table),el sofá (the sofa), el espejo (the mirror) , or el lavabo (the sink) —allows you to communicate in real-life situations, describe your surroundings, and better understand everyday conversations. Mastering this vocabulary is essential for getting by in Spanish on a daily basis.
That’s why, in our online Spanish academy, we always include creative challenges to help you actively incorporate vocabulary. And today’s a very special practical challenge!
🧾 Common Spanish words for beginners
If you’re just starting to learn Spanish, here’s a small selection of basic words related to the home to help you get started. They’re easy to memorize and very useful in everyday life:
🏠 Places:
Casa – house
Habitación – room
Baño – bathroom
Cocina – kitchen
Puerta – door
🪑 Objects:
Mesa – table
Silla – chair
Cama – bed
Ventana – window
Luz – light
🧼 Basic verbs
Abrir – to open
Cerrar – to close
Limpiar – to clean
Dormir – to sleep
Cocinar – to cook
💡Tip: Write these words on cards or Post-its and stick them on objects around your house to help you remember them.
🧠 Before the challenge... review these common Spanish words around the house!
Here’s a list of some of the most common objects and spaces in a home. You can add your own or search for synonyms based on your country or region.
🏠 Rooms/stays in the house:
La cocina – The kitchen
El baño – The bathroom
El salón / la sala de estar – The living room
El dormitorio / la habitación – The bedroom / the room
El comedor – The dining room
El pasillo – The hallway
El balcón / la terraza – The balcony / the terrace
El trastero – The storage room
El garaje – The garage
El recibidor – The hall
🪑 Muebles y objetos comunes- Furniture and common objects
La mesa – The table
La silla – The chair
El sofá – The sofa
La cama – The bed
El espejo – The mirror
El armario – The closet
La estantería – The shelf
La lámpara – The lamp
La alfombra – The carpet
El cuadro – The painting
🍴 Cosas de la cocina – Kitchen stuff:
El frigorífico / la nevera – The refrigerator
La cuchara – The spoon
El tenedor – The fork
El vaso – The glass
El plato – The plate
La taza – The cup
La olla – The pot
El microondas – The microwave
La encimera – The countertop
El fregadero – The sink
💡 Tip: You can print this list, underline the ones you already know, and highlight new ones. Or even create your own vocabulary cards.
🧳 Useful phrases with household vocabulary in Spanish
Before choosing your practical challenge, let’s review some common phrases you might need when renting a house or on vacation. These are real-life expressions that will help you use Spanish home vocabulary in authentic contexts.
🏡 Alquilar una casa o habitación – Rent a house or room
¿Cuánto cuesta el alquiler al mes? – How much is the rent per month?
¿Está incluida la luz y el agua? – Is electricity and water included?
¿La habitación es interior o exterior? – Is the room interior or exterior?
¿Puedo usar la cocina? – Can I use the kitchen?
¿Hay lavadora en el piso? – Is there a washing machine in the apartment?
¿Dónde está el baño? – Where is the restroom?
¿El edificio tiene ascensor? – Does the building have an elevator?
✈️ Phrases for vacations(hotel, apartamento, Airbnb…)
¿Dónde están las toallas y las sábanas? – Where are the towels and sheets?
¿Cómo funciona la calefacción / el aire acondicionado? – How does heating/air conditioning work?
No hay papel higiénico en el baño. – There is no toilet paper in the bathroom.
¿Tiene vistas al mar o a la calle? – Does it have a view of the sea or the street?
El grifo no funciona. – The tap doesn’t work.
¿A qué hora tengo que dejar el apartamento? – What time do I have to leave the apartment?
¿Dónde está el enchufe más cercano? – Where is the nearest electrical outlet?
🧼 Otros ejemplos con palabras comunes en español de la casa (Other examples with common Spanish words from the house)
En el salón hay un sofá, una mesa baja y una televisión. – In the living room there is a sofa, a coffee table and a television.
La cocina está equipada con microondas, nevera y lavavajillas. – The kitchen is equipped with a microwave, refrigerator and dishwasher.
Mi cuarto es pequeño, pero tiene ventana y armario. – My room is small, but it has a window and a closet.
💬 Tip: Try repeating these phrases out loud and replacing some with words from your own home. This way, you’ll practice and personalize the content.
🎯 Choose your practical challenge and put your Spanish household vocabulary into action.
I present to you Three activities for learning Spanish at home that adapt to different learning styles. Choose the one you like best:
1. 👀 Visual Challenge: Create your home album!
Take photos of different spaces in your home (or search for images online) and create a small album. Each photo should include:
A title in Spanish
A short description with at least 3 common words of the house
You can do it on paper or in a digital presentation
📌 Example:
Title: My Kitchen
Description: In my kitchen, there is a table, a white refrigerator, and a shelf with dishes.
2. 🎧 Listening Challenge: Listen and repeat in real context
Search YouTube, Spotify, or your favorite app for a video in Spanish where someone describes their house, gives a tour of their apartment, or talks about what their home is like.
For example, you can search for:
“Tour por mi casa en español”
“Mi habitación en español para estudiantes”
📝 What do you have to do?
Listen to the audio-video once in its entirety, without subtitles.
Then, repeat the phrases you hear out loud (you can pause and repeat them in parts).
Write down at least 5 common household words that you hear and write a new sentence with each one.
📌 Tip: If you want more practice, record yourself describing your own home in the style of the video.
3. 🤲 Kinesthetic Challenge: Tag Game Around the House
Turn your home into a Spanish classroom. This challenge is ideal for people who learn by touching and moving:
📝 What to do?
Write common vocabulary words from the house on paper or post-its (for example: chair, door, mirror, lamp…).
Glue each piece of paper on top of the corresponding real object in your house.
Walk around your house and identify each object by touching it and saying its name out loud. Then try removing the papers and putting them back without looking at your notes.
If you live with someone, do it as a couple as a memory game!
💡 Tip: You can record yourself doing this and see how many words you remember correctly afterward.
💬Do you accept the challenge?
Learning household vocabulary in Spanish doesn’t have to be boring. With these challenges, you can practice in a practical, creative, and effective way. Which practical challenge will you choose today? Visual, auditory, or kinesthetic?
Tell us in the comments or share your challenge on social media and tag our academy. We want to see how you learn and have fun!