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Spanish Communication & Language Access Phrases

¿Prefiere hablar en español? — Would you prefer to speak Spanish?

¿Le gustaría utilizar un intérprete? — Would you like to use an interpreter?

Podemos solicitar un intérprete para usted. — We can arrange an interpreter for you.

 ¿Tiene alguna pregunta? — Do you have any questions?

¿Quiere que lo repita? — Would you like me to repeat that?

 ¿Entiende? — Do you understand?

Por favor, avíseme si necesita alguna aclaración.— Please let me know if you need clarification.

Tómese su tiempo. — Take your time.

A few words can make a big difference.
About 1 in 7 people in the U.S. speak Spanish at home. 
Print this list and keep a copy at your front desk or workstation to make everyday healthcare communication a little easier.

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