Spanish · Time, Numbers & Colors
"Week" in Spanish: semana
la semana
Week in Spanish is la semana. It is feminine: la semana. Esta semana means this week.
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How to pronounce semana
Say it
seh-MAH-nah
/seˈmana/
seh-MAH-nah. Stress MAH. Soft s. Clear final nah.
"Week" in Spanish: quick reference
| Spanish | English | When to use |
|---|---|---|
| la semana | the week Seven-day period. | Seven-day period. |
| esta semana | this week Current week plans. | Current week plans. |
| la semana pasada | last week The previous week. | The previous week. |
| la próxima semana | next week The coming week. | The coming week. |
| entre semana | on weekdays Monday to Friday. | Monday to Friday. |
How to use semana in real life
- 1Work chat
Esta semana estoy ocupado.
This week I'm busy.
Esta semana for the current week.
- 2Looking back
La semana pasada viajé.
Last week I traveled.
Semana pasada is last week.
- 3Scheduling
Nos vemos la próxima semana.
We'll see each other next week.
Próxima semana is next week.
Mistakes English speakers make with semana
Incorrect: El semana es corta.
Correct: La semana es corta.
Semana is feminine: la semana.
Incorrect: La Semana empieza el Lunes.
Correct: La semana empieza el lunes.
Keep semana and day names lowercase.
Good to know
Entre semana means on weekdays in Latin America. El fin de semana covers Saturday and Sunday as a set.
Try it in a ChatPal conversation
Planning a study group
ChatPal
¿Pueden estudiar esta semana?
Can you study this week?
You
Sí. Esta semana tengo tiempo.
Yes. This week I have time.
ChatPal
¿El martes les sirve?
Does Tuesday work for you?
You
Perfecto. La próxima semana también.
Perfect. Next week too.
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FAQ
Common questions about "Week" in Spanish
Is semana masculine or feminine?
Feminine: la semana, una semana.
How do I say last week?
La semana pasada.
How do I say next week?
La próxima semana.
What is entre semana?
On weekdays, not the weekend.
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