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How to Say "Next" in Spanish
Use 'próximo' to indicate what comes immediately after in sequence, time, or place.
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This is your go-to for 'next' when talking about the next item in a list, the next day, or the next stop on a bus. It works for both time and spatial sequencing.
Alternatives
- siguienteOften interchangeable with 'próximo,' but can feel slightly more formal or precise.
- que vieneMore casual, often used for 'the coming' or 'the next' in a less strict sense.
Ways to get it wrong
Don't confuse with 'pronto'
'Pronto' means 'soon,' not 'next.'
Pronunciation of 'próximo'
Make sure to stress the first syllable, 'PROHK,' and pronounce the 'x' like a 'ks' sound.
Frequently asked
what is the difference between próximo and siguiente
While often interchangeable, 'próximo' can lean towards time or immediate proximity, whereas 'siguiente' can feel more like the next in a defined order or series.
how to say next week in spanish
You would typically say 'la próxima semana' for 'next week.'
next stop in spanish
For the next stop on public transport, you would ask '¿Cuál es la próxima parada?'
What is another word for next in Spanish?
The most common word for 'next' in Spanish is 'próximo'. You can also use 'siguiente' which means 'following'.
What does próximo mean?
'Próximo' is the Spanish word for 'next' or 'near'. It is often used to describe the next item in a sequence or the next event.
How do you say next in a different way?
Besides 'próximo', you can use 'siguiente' which means 'following'. For 'the next one', you can say 'el próximo' or 'el siguiente'.
What is the meaning of 'otra vez'?
'Otra vez' means 'again' or 'once more' in Spanish. It is not directly related to the word 'next'.
