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Welcome to your ultimate guide to the months of the year in Spanish! Whether you’re just starting out on your Spanish language journey or looking to brush up on your vocabulary, you’ve come to the right place. In this article, we’ll delve into the ins and outs of "meses del año" in Spanish, providing you with everything you need to know to confidently talk about time in this beautiful language.
Understanding the Basics
Masculine or Feminine?
The first thing to note about the months in Spanish is that they are all masculine nouns. This means that when using articles or adjectives with them, you’ll need to use the masculine forms. For example, "el mes de enero" (the month of January) and "los meses del año" (the months of the year).
Capitalization
Another important aspect to keep in mind is that the months of the year in Spanish are not capitalized, unlike in English. So, instead of "January," you’ll write "enero."
The Months of the Year
Los Meses del Año
Here’s a complete list of the months in Spanish, along with their English translations:
- enero (January)
- febrero (February)
- marzo (March)
- abril (April)
- mayo (May)
- junio (June)
- julio (July)
- agosto (August)
- septiembre (September)
- octubre (October)
- noviembre (November)
- diciembre (December)
Months in Sequence
To say a sequence of months in Spanish, simply join them with the conjunction "y" (and). For example, "enero y febrero" (January and February). However, when the sequence includes the month of December, you should use the conjunction "y" before the previous month, and "de" (of) before December. For instance, "noviembre y de diciembre" (November and December).
Months with Prepositions
When using months with prepositions, such as "en" (in), "para" (by), or "desde" (since), the month must be preceded by the definite article "el." For example, "en el mes de enero" (in the month of January), "para el mes de marzo" (by the month of March), and "desde el mes de septiembre" (since the month of September).
Time Expressions with Months
Indicating a Specific Date
To indicate a specific date in Spanish, use the following formula:
el + cardinal number + de + the month
For example, "el cinco de enero" (January 5th).
Expressing the Current Month
To express the current month in Spanish, say "este mes" (this month) or "el mes actual" (the current month).
Expressing Next Month or Last Month
To talk about the next month, use "el mes que viene" (the coming month). To refer to the previous month, say "el mes pasado" (the past month).
Table of Months and Corresponding Zodiac Signs
| Month in Spanish | English Translation | Zodiac Sign |
|---|---|---|
| enero | January | Capricorn, Aquarius |
| febrero | February | Aquarius, Pisces |
| marzo | March | Pisces, Aries |
| abril | April | Aries, Taurus |
| mayo | May | Taurus, Gemini |
| junio | June | Gemini, Cancer |
| julio | July | Cancer, Leo |
| agosto | August | Leo, Virgo |
| septiembre | September | Virgo, Libra |
| octubre | October | Libra, Scorpio |
| noviembre | November | Scorpio, Sagittarius |
| diciembre | December | Sagittarius, Capricorn |
Conclusion
¡Felicidades! You’ve now mastered the months of the year in Spanish. We hope you’ve found this guide helpful. Check out our other articles for more tips on learning Spanish and exploring the vibrant Spanish-speaking world. ¡Hasta pronto!
FAQ about Months in Spanish
1. How do you say January in Spanish?
- Enero
2. How do you say February in Spanish?
- Febrero
3. How do you say March in Spanish?
- Marzo
4. How do you say April in Spanish?
- Abril
5. How do you say May in Spanish?
- Mayo
6. How do you say June in Spanish?
- Junio
7. How do you say July in Spanish?
- Julio
8. How do you say August in Spanish?
- Agosto
9. How do you say September in Spanish?
- Septiembre
10. How do you say October in Spanish?
- Octubre
