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How to Say "Next week" in Spanish
Say 'la semana que viene' for 'next week' in Spanish. Perfect for planning events, meetings, or casual get-togethers.
la semana que viene
lah seh-MAH-nah keh VYEH-nehneutral
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Use this phrase when talking about something that will happen in the seven days following the current one. It's common for scheduling appointments, making plans with friends, or discussing future events.
Alternatives
- la próxima semanaSlightly more formal, but also very common.
- la semana entranteLess common in many regions, but understood.
Ways to get it wrong
Confusing 'viene' with 'going'
'Viene' means 'comes', so 'la semana que viene' literally means 'the week that comes'.
Using 'siguiente'
'La siguiente semana' is grammatically correct but sounds a bit stiff or overly literal in everyday speech.
A small cultural note
While 'la semana que viene' is widely understood, some regions might favor 'la próxima semana' slightly more in formal contexts.
Frequently asked
What's the difference between la semana que viene and la próxima semana?
Both mean 'next week' and are largely interchangeable. 'La semana que viene' is slightly more common in casual conversation, while 'la próxima semana' can lean a bit more formal.
How do I say 'the week after next' in Spanish?
You can say 'la semana después de la que viene' or 'dentro de dos semanas', which literally means 'in two weeks'.
Is there a way to say 'next week' that's super casual?
While 'la semana que viene' is already quite casual, sometimes people might just say 'la que viene' if the context of 'week' is already clear.
How do you say 'next week' in Spanish?
The most common way to say 'next week' in Spanish is 'la próxima semana'. You can also use 'la semana que viene'.
What is the difference between 'siguiente' and 'próximo' in Spanish?
'Próximo' is generally used for things that are next in time or sequence, like 'la próxima semana'. 'Siguiente' often refers to the next item in a series or what follows immediately.
How do you say 'I'll see you next week' in Spanish?
You can say 'Te veo la próxima semana' or 'Nos vemos la próxima semana'.
How do you say 'Maybe next week' in Spanish?
You can say 'Quizás la próxima semana' or 'Tal vez la próxima semana'.
