Do you speak Spanish?  Sí, hablo mucho Spanglish.


Speaking Spanglish is not the same as speaking Spanish.

¿Usted entiende?  Do you understand?




Let's imagine that an extremely motivated agent is previewing a distressed property, with overgrown grass, and meets a possible Spanish Speaking Buyer (SSB) who happens to be driving by, notices the agent at the front door and approaches them about the house. 


A possible dialogue between the two parties:


Agent: Hi, Can I help you?

SSB: ¿Hola, usted necesita a un jardinero?

Agent: Oh! You speak Spanish.  I speak mucho bueno Spanglish.  Do you want to see this house?

SSB: ¿Qué?

Agent: Are you working with another Real Estate Agent?  

SSB: ¿Qué?

Agent: Never mind.  By using universal hand and body language the agent is able to guide the assumed buyer inside the house.  Then, the agent says, This house is mucho grande.  Look, it's got a family room with a fireplace, French doors and a pool.

SSB: Sí, muy grande.  ¿Usted necesita a un jardinero?

Agent: This is the cocina, with granite counters, mucho upgraded appliances and a dining area. 

SSB: Sí, es una cocina.  ¿Usted necesita a un jardinero?

Agent: How much dinero do you have for a down payment?

SSB: Sí, necesito el dinero. ¿Usted necesita a un jardinero? Lo haré para ciento por mes.

Agent: Wow!  Ciento is mucho dinero.  A hundred thousand is exactly 25% down for this $400,000 home.

SSB: ¿Qué? Ciento por mes es muy razonable.

Agent: Yep, like I just said, "mucho dinero".  Should we write an offer?  

SSB:  ¡Usted está loco! 

Agent: ¿Qué?

SSB: Adiós.


* All translations were completed with the assistance of Google Translate.

 

Our biggest problem is often a failure to communicate,
even when we speak the same language. 

When we don't really speak another language, it's best to use an authorized and knowledgeable Interpreter. 

In fact, an Interpreter/Translator Agreement should be used for all appropriate Real Estate Transactions in the State of California.  No, a young child that translates for their parents is NOT considered a valid Interpreter or Translator.  They must be at least 18 years old. 

In Orange County, California, many different languages are spoken.  In my opinion, when it involves a Real Estate Transaction, it's better to refer a "Prospect" to a qualified agent that fluently speaks their language. 

I happen to be fluent in English.  If you're looking for an Experienced English Speaking Real Estate Agent, check me out at RichardYatesRealEstate.com.  Adiós.

 
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38 Comments on Do you speak Spanish? Sí, hablo mucho Spanglish.

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09
2012
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Ai Dios mio!  I'm completely lost.  Tried Rosetta Stone once but had to send it back cause it only went on one computer and I can't be that locked in.  Really would love to learn Spanish and German.
8:41pm • #19
352,952 Points 39 Featured Posts Called Shot Master

Anna, I hope that you have a good night too!  Sweet dreams and best wishes always.
8:41pm • #20
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Jill, My favorite posts are the ones that make me smile and laugh, while creating them.  I long to hear the jokes that crack you up.  ;-)  Best wishes always.
8:44pm • #21
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Hi Leslie, YOU certainly know how to Lighten Up a topic like Spanglish (Not that it wasn't already a lighthearted topic) with Rosetta Stone. 

I've also tried a couple of Learn Spanish Programs on my computer, but haven't really devoted the time and practice required to become fluent.  I actually understand a lot more than I can speak.  If I really need help, I'll just call My Peeps.  ;-)  Thank you for visiting and commenting.  Best wishes always.   
8:58pm • #22
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Richard, mit Spanisch kann ich ja so garnichts anfangen! Ich habe, glaube ich, auch nur 2 Worte verstanden. Deutsch fällt mir da bedeutend leichter! Warum nur? :-)

Many Germans speak quite a bit of Denglisch by the way .. that's probably just as good as Spanglish!
9:04pm • #23
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Andrea, I think you said something about how much easier German is for you than Spanish.  I wonder why?  You've always been My German Expert and have taught me much about the German culture and lifestyle, in your Blog.  Denglisch certainly sounds similar to Spanglish.  ;-)  Best wishes always.

9:27pm • #24
APR
10
2012
565,201 Points 10 Featured Posts Called Shot Master

When you cannot communicate clearly, referral is your only clear choice! Enjoy your day!
4:11am • #25
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Pero Ricardo, for goodness sake, You can't sell a casa that way. .

It is better to call tu favorito agente que habla español y REFER your CLIENTES a Fernando!
5:38am • #26
649,672 Points 16 Featured Posts Outside Blog Called Shot Master

Good morning Richard. This is too funny. Comprende? On a serious note, we as Americans are the least able to communicate in language. Around the world most people speak at least two languages.
6:55am • #27
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Wayne, It's always better to refer a "Prospect" than to lose a "Prospect".  Have a great day and best wishes always.
7:21am • #28
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Fernando, ¡Gracias!  Es verdad, you are my favorita Agente de habla española en MD y VA.  Adiós y best wishes always. 
7:31am • #29
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Sheila, I'm glad this post gave you a chuckle.  Entiendo.  ;-)   I also agree that many people in other countries do a much better job of learning multiple languages.  Qué lástima.  Best wishes always.

7:34am • #30
370,395 Points 71 Featured Posts Called Shot Master

LOL! Brilliant, and great clip too. And I agree, refer them to le hombre Fernando next time.
2:37pm • #31
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So, muy bueno, habla~ a Lauren~ Selinsky (Perez), better to refer a Spanish Speaking agent ;) Great blog! LOL~ you made me laugh! Funny I spoke Spanish to you at the meetUP~ today. ;)
10:50pm • #32
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11
2012
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No I do not but did want to drop by and say it is nice to meet you yesterday in portant.
7:54am • #33
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Tammy, I almost didn't recognize you in that hat!  Congratulations on your latest  'FEATURED" Post about Indexing and Re-Indexing our content.  YOUR Content is always appreciated.  ;-)  Thank you for your comment and best wishes always.
8:23am • #34
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Lauren, I'm glad that you enjoyed this post and it was great to see you yesterday, at the Orange County Meet-Up.  You speaking Spanish was just perfect timing for My Spanglish Post.  Best wishes always, Lauren Selinsky (PEREZ).  ;-) 
8:28am • #35
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Tim, It was my pleasure to meet you yesterday at the Orange County Meet-Up and I appreciated learning more about your background.  I've reconsidered, and YOU should definitely stay in Mission Viejo, as your designated ActiveRain city.  I'll just have to stay at #3 for ActiveRain, in Mission Viejo, unless you think that Karen might be willing to change HER city.  Will you please ask her?  (;-) to Karen).  Best wishes always.
8:34am • #36
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Love the clip and you are correct unless you a fluent refer the client to make for a better experience for all involved....comprende?
8:16pm • #37
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2012
352,952 Points 39 Featured Posts Called Shot Master

Hi Markita, That video clip has given me a lot of laughs, but it does make a good point about being fluent and NOT fluent.  Sí, lo entiendo.  Have a much bueno weekend and best wishes always. 
9:45am • #38

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