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A Coffee for the Painter: At the art space
At the art space. Listen to part 1 of A Coffee for the Painter, a short Spanish story with English translations and a reply to practice.
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Mateo llega temprano al espacio de arte en Madrid
Mateo arrives early at the art space in Madrid.
El lugar está vacío y todavía hace un poco de frío
The place is empty and it is still a bit cold.
Él tiene un plan especial para esta mañana importante
He has a special plan for this important morning.
Lleva un café caliente y comida buena entre las manos
He carries hot coffee and good food in his hands.
Compró todo esto para su viejo amigo pintor
He bought all of this for his old painter friend.
Mateo le quiere dar una sorpresa agradable antes de abrir la puerta grande al público y comenzar el largo día de trabajo
Mateo wants to give him a pleasant surprise before opening the big door to the public and starting the long workday.
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What does Mateo bring for his friend? Answer in Spanish.
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Mateo trae café y comida. — Mateo brings coffee and food.
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A Coffee for the Painter: Visitors arrive
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A Coffee for the Painter: A small celebration
A small celebration. Listen to part 4 of A Coffee for the Painter, a short Spanish story with English translations and a reply to practice.
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