Ibiza is the undoubted clubbing capital of the world. With so many huge clubs spread across this magical island, revellers from all over the world flock to la Isla Blanca to celebrate life, their love of music and so much more. With such a massive mixture of nationalities and cultures there comes a very natural road block. Language.

Most people on the island speak English which makes life very easy for those with English as their first or second language but the idea of everyone speaking English is very naive and could land you in some sticky situations.

Below you can find 11 phrases which will ensure you have a good time in Ibiza while making sure you can get yourself out of any sticky situations!

I need a doctor/priest/taxi/slap.
Necesito un doctor/cura/taxi/bofetada.

You never know when you might be stuck and in dire need of a doctor, priest, taxi or even a good slap! We’ve got you covered here!

Do you like my bikini?
¿Te gusta mi bikini?

This one’s for the ladies or anyone that chooses to wear a bikini (we’re looking at you stag do’s). Wanna get flirty at the pool party with a spicy hombre? Use this tried and tested chat up line!

Will you take me to Ibiza Town/San Antonio/the nearest hospital?
¿Me llevas a Ibiza/San Antonio/el hospital más cercano?

You can never be too safe when it comes to your health in a foreign country. When in doubt get yourself to the nearest hospital.

Help, Police.
¡íSocorro!, policia.

Again, another very important phrase here. If you find yourself in a situation that your quick wit and calming tone can’t get you out of, reach for this handy phrase.

It’s not as good as it used to be.
Ya no es lo que era.

Now you can sarcastically respond to Gary, 40 from Birmingham who fondly looks back on his time at Manumission and Space in the 90’s!

What do you mean? I’m not on the guest list.
¿Cómo? ¿No estoy en lista de invitados?

Agh those dreaded words. You’re not on the guestlist. Only thing worse than hearing it in English is struggling to understand it in Spanish! Fight your corner! You are on that guestlist!

Can I have a drink of water, please?
¿Me puede dar un vaso de agua, por favor?

This one’s for the chancers! When you’re not bothered queueing up for a bottle of €9 water, chance your arm and try this phrase!

Hiya mate, can I have a drink of your water? Where are you from, have you seen Nina Kraviz yet?
Hola colega. ¿Me das un poco de agua? ¿De dónde eres? ¿Has visto ya a Nina Kraviz?

This is one of the most typical phrases you will hear on the dancefloor from sweaty looking zombies who are having the time of their lives! If you can remember this full phrase while you’re in that state I’ll personally buy you water for life!

Sausage/lasagne/egg/paella/burger and chips please.
Salchicha/lasaña/huevo/paella/hamburguesa/patatas fritas, por favor.

Pretty simple here guys! No nonsense, give me food now, please.

Sorry, I am not with these English people.
Lo siento. No estoy con esos ingleses.

For when you want to disassociate from your inebriated mates on the West End! This will come in handy!

How much is this?
¿Cuanto cuesta esto?

Wanna barter down at the hippy markets? Now’s your chance!

 

Via BBC