Translation of Spanish word "semana" to English
semana
/seˈma.na/
Meaning
NounAny period of seven consecutive days.
How to use
The word 'semana' is commonly used in both formal and informal contexts to refer to a period of seven consecutive days. In everyday conversation, it's often used to plan events or appointments, such as '¿Qué hay programado para la semana que viene?' (What's planned for next week?). However, it's worth noting that the phrase 'a la semana' (next week) is often used to indicate a future time, whereas 'la semana que viene' is used to refer to the following week. This subtle difference in usage can be a common source of confusion for learners.
🇬🇧 English
week
Example
Una semana de 4 días consta de lunes, martes, miércoles y jueves.
A 4-day week consists of Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday.
Te veré el jueves de la semana. [una semana el jueves, es decir, el jueves siguiente al siguiente]
I'll see you Thursday week. [one week on Thursday, that is, the Thursday following the next]
Your personal vocabulary
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- la semana que viene— next week
- a la semana— next week
- la semana pasada— last week
- la semana entrante— upcoming week
- la semana anterior— previous week
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Frequently Asked Questions
What does the Spanish word "semana" mean?▼
The Spanish word "semana" means "week" in English.
How do you pronounce the Spanish word "semana"?▼
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Can I see an example sentence with "semana"?▼
Yes, here is a practical example: "Viajaré la próxima semana." (which translates as "A 4-day week consists of Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday.").
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