Get a Spanish-English dictionary to start the learning process. You will also need some self-adhesive notes. Look up words for household items and label things in Spanish throughout your home or apartment. Stick notes on the fridge, bathroom, window, television and any other items you see fit. Every time you see the note, you will be reminded of the corresponding Spanish vocabulary word. Say the Spanish word for the item out loud each time you use it.
Rent or buy DVDs with Spanish audio tracks and subtitles. You may be surprised to find out that many of your favorite movies and television series have Spanish-language options. Watch the DVDs in Spanish while reading English subtitles to practice listening comprehension. You can also watch the movies and series in English with Spanish subtitles to work on your reading comprehension. Pay close attention to the spoken audio in Spanish, and write down any words or phrases that you consistently understand to track your progress.
Another proven method for learning Spanish involves using flashcards. Write down words and phrases in English that you want to learn on the front side of your cards. Use your dictionary to look up the Spanish equivalents and write them down on the back of each card. Practice going through the stack of cards each day for 15 to 20 minutes. You can review vocabulary when you wake up, on your lunch break or in the evening before bed. Add new cards with more advanced vocabulary as you progress.