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Mar 2013
11m 22s

Beginner Spanish 4: Illness

SPANISH OBSESSED
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Rob and Liz are "enfermos" (ill)! They talk (moan) about their illnesses, and what they're going to do about it. Learn different ways of saying "I have a cold", "head ache", "stomach ache", "back ache", or anything-ache! How to cure your cold with vitamins, hot drinks, and staying at home. 
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