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"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
Good to knowEntre 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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