Lyrics & Translation
"El Burrito de Belén" by Juanes offers a vibrant entry point into Spanish language and Latin American culture. This beloved Christmas carol, with its catchy "tuki tuki tuki" rhythm and simple yet evocative lyrics, tells a heartwarming story of a journey to Bethlehem, making it an engaging and memorable way to learn common phrases and experience the festive spirit of Hispanic traditions.
Key Vocabulary
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burrito /buˈri.to/ A2 |
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Belén /beˈlen/ A1 |
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camino /kaˈmi.no/ A2 |
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sabanero /sa.βaˈneɾo/ B1 |
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ilumina /i.luˈmi.na/ B2 |
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sendero /sɛnˈde.ɾo/ B2 |
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luz /lus/ A2 |
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mañanero /ma.ɲaˈne.ɾo/ B1 |
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apúrate /aˈpu.ɾa.te/ B2 |
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llegar /ʝeˈɣaɾ/ A2 |
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ver /beɾ/ A2 |
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Jesús /xeˈsus/ A1 |
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