Spanish · A2 · Family moment
Step By Step in Spanish
Teach your child how to structure their afternoon using sequencing words in Spanish. This helps set expectations for both responsibilities and playtime.
What you'll learn
- Learn to use sequencing connectors like 'primero', 'luego', and 'finalmente'.
- Describe simple afternoon routines and chores.
- Practice using the present tense for planned activities.
Spanish phrases for step by step
Primero, guardas tus cosas de la escuela.
First, you put your school things away.
'Guardar' is the verb for putting things away or keeping them.
Luego, merendamos juntos.
Then, we have a snack together.
'Merendar' is a specific Spanish verb for eating an afternoon snack.
Después de eso, trabajas en tu proyecto.
After that, you work on your project.
Use 'en' for working 'on' something.
Finalmente, llamas a tu amigo.
Finally, you call your friend.
The 'a' before 'tu amigo' is the 'personal a', used when the object is a person.
Primero, escribimos una lista de tareas.
First, we write a list of chores.
'Tareas' can refer to school homework or household chores.
Luego, eliges dos trabajos.
Then, you choose two jobs.
'Eliges' comes from the verb 'elegir' (to choose).
Después de eso, ordenamos la cocina juntos.
After that, we tidy the kitchen together.
'Ordenar' means to put in order or tidy up.
Por último, jugamos a un juego de mesa.
Finally, we play a board game.
'Por último' is a common alternative to 'finalmente'.
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Try it free for 7 daysKey words
merendar
to have an afternoon snack
A very common cultural concept in Spanish-speaking countries.
tareas
chores / tasks / homework
In a household context, it usually means chores.
luego / después
then / after
These are often interchangeable when sequencing events.
Sequencing Connectors
To tell a story or plan in order, use these connectors at the start of your sentences. In Spanish, the word order usually remains Subject-Verb after these words, or the subject is omitted entirely since the verb ending tells us who is acting.
| Use | Form | Example |
|---|---|---|
| First | Primero | Primero, comemos. |
| Then | Luego / Después | Luego, jugamos. |
| After that | Después de eso | Después de eso, leemos. |
| Finally | Finalmente / Por último | Finalmente, dormimos. |
More examples
Primero la tarea, luego el juego.
First homework, then play.
A common short phrase for setting priorities.
¿Qué hacemos después de eso?
What do we do after that?
A useful question for involving the child in the planning.