Lyrics & Translation
Learning a language through music is a powerful tool, and "Pedro Navaja" offers a unique opportunity to dive into the richness of Spanish. This song is special because it's a vivid short story set to a compelling salsa beat. By listening, you can learn descriptive vocabulary, narrative tenses, and colloquial expressions, all while experiencing a pivotal piece of Latin American musical history that redefined the storytelling potential of salsa.
Key Vocabulary
Vocabulary | Meanings |
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barrio /ˈbɑːrjoʊ/ B1 |
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puñal /puˈnal/ B2 |
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mujer /muˈxer/ A1 |
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carro /ˈkɑːroʊ/ A1 |
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disparo /disˈpaɾo/ B2 |
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sorpresas /sorˈpɾesas/ A2 |
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vida /ˈbiːdə/ A1 |
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policía /poliˈsi.a/ B1 |
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diente /ˈdjente/ A2 |
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trago /ˈtɾaɡo/ B2 |
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calle /ˈkaʎe/ A1 |
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abrigo /aˈβɾiɣo/ B1 |
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ruido /ˈrweðo/ B2 |
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pesos /ˈpeɪsoʊs/ A2 |
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cuerpo /ˈkweɾpo/ B1 |
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muerte /ˈmweɾte/ B2 |
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Key Grammar Structures
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