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"Always" in Spanish: siempre
siempre
Always in Spanish is siempre. Put siempre before the verb: siempre llego temprano. Para siempre means forever.
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How to pronounce siempre
Say it
SYEM-preh
/ˈsjem.pɾe/
SYEM-preh. Stress SYEM. Soft final e.
"Always" in Spanish: quick reference
| Spanish | English | When to use |
|---|---|---|
| siempre | always Default frequency adverb. | Default frequency adverb. |
| para siempre | forever Permanent change or love. | Permanent change or love. |
| como siempre | as always Habits and routines. | Habits and routines. |
| casi siempre | almost always Softer than siempre. | Softer than siempre. |
| siempre que | whenever / as long as Condition: siempre que puedas. | Condition: siempre que puedas. |
How to use siempre in real life
- 1Habit
Siempre desayuno café.
I always have coffee for breakfast.
Siempre before the verb.
- 2Friendship
Como siempre, llegas a tiempo.
As always, you arrive on time.
Como siempre.
- 3Promise
Te voy a querer para siempre.
I'm going to love you forever.
Para siempre means forever.
Mistakes English speakers make with siempre
Incorrect: Llego always temprano.
Correct: Siempre llego temprano.
Use siempre, not English always.
Incorrect: Siempre yo no como carne.
Correct: Nunca como carne. / No como carne nunca.
For never, use nunca—not siempre with no alone.
Good to know
Good to knowComo siempre softens teasing among friends. Para siempre shows up in songs, vows, and big promises.
Try it in a ChatPal conversation
Talking about routines
ChatPal
¿Siempre comes aquí?
Do you always eat here?
You
Sí. Siempre pido lo mismo.
Yes. I always order the same thing.
ChatPal
¿Y los sábados también?
And on Saturdays too?
You
Casi siempre, sí.
Almost always, yes.
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FAQ
Common questions about "Always" in Spanish
Does siempre change for gender?
No. Siempre stays the same.
Where do I put siempre?
Usually before the conjugated verb: siempre voy.
What is para siempre?
Forever.
How do I say almost always?
Casi siempre.
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