Who said learning Spanish has to be boring?🥱 Watching cartoons is one of the most entertaining (and surprisingly effective!) ways to boost your Spanish skills. 🎉 Whether you’re a total beginner or already on your way, Spanish cartoons help you understand pronunciation, rhythm and vocabulary naturally — and they make you smile at the same time! 😄

🎓 Can you learn Spanish by watching cartoons?

Absolutely! 🙌 Cartoons are fantastic for learners because they use clear pronunciation, simple grammar and lots of repetition. They’re also full of visual clues — so you can guess the meaning even if you don’t know every word.

To get the most out of it:

🌟 Start with Spanish audio + English subtitles.
🗣️ Switch later to Spanish subtitles.
🔁 Rewatch short clips — repetition helps you remember.
🧠 Write down or say aloud any new expressions you hear.

You’ll be amazed how quickly you start recognising words and phrases! ⚡

🇪🇸 What are the best cartoons to learn Spanish?

Here are some fan favourites that learners of all ages love ❤️:

👶🏻Cleo y Cuquin: 🎵 Catchy children’s songs about fun daily situations to practise everyday words. Each episode shows small adventures and stories that make learning Spanish natural and fun! 🐰🎨

👧🏽 Dora la exploradora: 🗺️ Interactive and educational, perfect for learning basic vocabulary. Children are encouraged to participate, solve problems, and repeat words in Spanish. ✨📚

🧭 Tadeo Jones: 🏺 A saga of animated Spanish movies, ideal for intermediate learners who want to practise daily conversation and enjoy adventure and humour. Follow Tadeo, a bricklayer with big dreams, on exciting treasure hunts! 💬🗺️

😺Doraemon:🤖 Classic and easy to follow, great for expanding vocabulary and learning common expressions. Doraemon, the robotic cat, helps his friend Nobita with amazing gadgets in fun and educational adventures! 🐾🎒

💡 Tip: choose one short cartoon and watch it regularly — consistency beats quantity! 🚀

🍿 Spanish cartoons and TV shows on Netflix or Disney+: which ones should you watch?

Good news — both Netflix and Disney+ have plenty of Spanish cartoons and TV shows! 🎥 You can easily switch the audio to Spanish (either from Spain 🇪🇸 or Latin America 🇲🇽) in the settings. The shows and movies available include some of the most popular among Spanish children and teenagers, perfect for learners of all levels. Here are some picks: 

🎬 Animated Shows on Netflix

In Netflix, you’ll find a wide variety of animated series and films organized by categories such as duration, whether they’re based on books or comics, the latest new releases, or even award-winning shows 🏆. Choose what you like most and enjoy practicing Spanish with your favorite cartoons! 🎨📺

👧 For children: 🦙 Llama Llama — A sweet, educational series based on children’s books. Great for learning basic Spanish vocabulary.

🧑‍🎓 For teenagers: ⚔️ Trollhunters: relatos de Arcadia — An action-packed adventure full of humor and friendship. Perfect for improving your listening skills in Spanish.

🇪🇸 Spanish original: 🎅 Klaus — A stunning Spanish animated film created by Sergio Pablos, one of the minds behind Despicable Me. It tells the heart-warming story of a postman and a toymaker who bring kindness and magic to a gloomy town🎁.

🎬 Animated Shows on Disney+

In Disney+ you can explore a variety of fun and exciting animated series 🐭✨. Some are based on famous books or comics, others are recent releases, and many have won awards 🏆. Watching these shows is a great way to improve your Spanish 🇪🇸 while enjoying stories for all ages.

👧 For children: 🦁 La Guardia del León — Follow Kion as he protects the Pride Lands. A fun way to learn basic Spanish expressions and everyday vocabulary.

🧑‍🎓 For teenagers: 🕷️ Miraculous: Las Aventuras de Ladybug y Cat Noir — Exciting superhero adventures in Paris full of action and humour. Great for expanding your Spanish vocabulary.

🇪🇸 Spanish original: Tadeo Jones — The most famous Spanish animated film, already recommended earlier in this blog ☝🏻🌟.

✨ Pro tip: Watch something you already know in English — it’s easier to follow the story and connect new vocabulary!

📺 Clan — The Spanish TV Channel for Cartoons!

If you're in Spain 🇪🇸, you can check out Clan TV, a national channel that offers a huge variety of Spanish cartoons and shows for kids, teens, and families. 📡

From Pocoyó to Peppa Pig and La Casa de Mickey Mouse, Clan is a great place to practice your Spanish while enjoying classic cartoons 🥳.

🧠 Essential Vocabulary: Cartoons, Series, and Movies in Spanish

Here are some key Spanish words that will help you talk about cartoons, series, and movies:

🎬 película – movie / film

📺 serie – TV series / show

🖌️ dibujos animados – cartoons / animated shows

👶 infantil – for children / kid-friendly

🧑 adolescente – teen / for teenagers

🏆 serie premiada – award-winning series

📖 serie basada en un libro – book-based series

🎧 serie doblada – dubbed series (in another language)

🗣️ subtítulos – subtitles

🐻 personaje – character

🧩 episodio – episode

🌟 protagonista – main character / protagonist

🌟 Time to Watch! 🎬✨

Learning Spanish with cartoons and shows is super fun! 🎬😺 Pick your favourite, watch, listen, and enjoy while learning new words. 🐾