Translation of Spanish word "día" to English
día
/ˈdi.a/
Meaning
NounThe time when the Sun is above the horizon and it lights the sky.
How to use
In formal and informal contexts, 'día' is used to refer to a 24-hour period, often accompanied by a specific time or date. For example, 'Me levantaré a las 7 de la mañana' (I'll wake up at 7 in the morning). Be cautious not to confuse 'día' with 'hora' (hour), as they have distinct meanings. A common learner mistake is using 'día' to describe a specific hour, such as 'Me levantaré a las 7 días' (I'll wake up at 7 days), which is incorrect.
🇬🇧 English
day
Example
día y noche; Trabajo de noche y duermo de día.
day and night; I work at night and sleep during the day.
Su pronóstico a las 8 a. m.: la máxima del día será 30 y la mínima, antes del amanecer, será 10.
Your forecast at 8 a.m. m.: the maximum of the day will be 30 and the minimum, before dawn, will be 10.
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Common phrases
- día de la semana— day of the week
- día festivo nacional— national holiday
- día de cumpleaños— birthday
- día de descanso— day off
- día de trabajo— working day
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What does the Spanish word "día" mean?▼
The Spanish word "día" means "day" in English.
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Yes, here is a practical example: "día y noche; Trabajo de noche y duermo de día." (which translates as "day and night; I work at night and sleep during the day.").
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