Lyrics & Translation
Learning a new language can be fun and engaging with music, and 'Aserejé' by Las Ketchup is a perfect example. This song offers a playful look at how languages can blend and be reinterpreted. By listening to 'Aserejé', you can pick up on Spanish rhythms and pronunciation in a lighthearted context. The song's unique story, centered on a misunderstanding of English lyrics, makes it a memorable and entertaining way to dip your toes into the Spanish language.
Key Vocabulary
Vocabulary | Meanings |
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viene /ˈbje.ne/ A2 |
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rumbeando /rum.beˈan.do/ B1 |
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pupilas /puˈpi.las/ A2 |
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traje /ˈtɾaxe/ A2 |
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restos /ˈres.tos/ A2 |
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contrabando /kontɾaˈβan.do/ B2 |
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caña /ˈka.ɲa/ A2 |
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dj /ˈdiːˌdʒeɪ/ B1 |
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himno /ˈi.mno/ B1 |
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canción /kanˈθjon/ (Spain)/ /kanˈsjon/ (Latin America) A2 |
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baila /ˈbai.la/ A1 |
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goces /ˈɡo.θe/ (Spain)/ /ˈɡo.se/ (Latin America) A2 |
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canta /ˈkan.ta/ A1 |
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deseada /deˈse.a.ða/ B1 |
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Key Grammar Structures
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Y viene Diego rumbeando
➔ Present continuous tense for ongoing actions
➔ The phrase "*Y viene Diego rumbeando*" uses the *present continuous* to describe an action that is happening right now.
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De jebe tu de jebere
➔ Use of repetitive syllables/onomatopoeic phrases
➔ The phrase comprises repetitive sounds "*De jebe tu de jebere*" which are used for musical rhythm and emphasis.
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No es cosa de brujería
➔ Negation with "no" + être + noun phrase
➔ The phrase "*No es cosa de brujería*" negates the idea that something is related to witchcraft.
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Que lo encuentre tos los días
➔ Use of subjunctive mood after "que" + present tense
➔ The phrase "*Que lo encuentre tos los días*" employs subjunctive mood implied by "que" with a present tense to express desire or suggestion.
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Y el dj que lo conoce
➔ Relative pronoun "que" used to introduce a relative clause
➔ The phrase "*Y el dj que lo conoce*" uses the relative pronoun "que" to specify which DJ is being referred to.
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Para Diego la canción más deseada
➔ Use of superlative adjective "más deseada" with definite article
➔ The phrase "*Para Diego la canción más deseada*" uses the superlative "más deseada" to indicate that it is the most desired song for Diego.
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