This deck will teach you common Spanish 'muletillas' or conversation markers. These are short words and phrases that don't add much literal meaning, but are essential for managing the flow of informal conversation, just like 'well', 'so', or 'anyway' in English. We'll learn them in groups based on their function.

Let's start with markers for opening a conversation or planning what to say. These are often used to buy time or signal a transition.

The word 'bueno' is very versatile. At the start of a sentence, it often works like 'well...' or 'okay...' to kick things off or agree to a plan. For example, 'Bueno, ¿qué hacemos hoy?' means 'Well, what are we doing today?'

'Pues' is another common starter, similar to 'well...' or 'so...'. It's often used to introduce a consequence, an answer, or just to pause and think. For instance, if asked what you want to do, you might reply, 'Pues, no sé', meaning 'Well, I don't know'.