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How to Say "Saturday" in Spanish
Learn 'Sábado,' the Spanish word for Saturday, and how to use it in everyday conversation.
Sábado
sah-bah-dohneutral
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Use 'Sábado' when talking about plans for the weekend or referring to a specific Saturday. For example, you might say 'Nos vemos el sábado' (See you on Saturday) or 'El sábado pasado fuimos al cine' (Last Saturday we went to the movies).
Alternatives
- El sábadoUse when specifying 'on Saturday' or 'the Saturday'.
Ways to get it wrong
Pronunciation of 'b'
The 'b' sound in 'Sábado' is softer than in English, almost like a 'v' sound, especially between vowels.
Accent mark
Don't forget the accent on the first 'a' – it changes the stress and spelling.
A small cultural note
Saturdays are often a day for family gatherings, social events, or relaxation throughout the Spanish-speaking world.
Frequently asked
What is Saturday in Spanish?
Saturday in Spanish is 'Sábado'. It's a common word used for weekend plans and references.
How do you say 'this Saturday' in Spanish?
You can say 'este sábado' for 'this Saturday'. It's a straightforward way to refer to the upcoming Saturday.
Are there different words for Saturday in Spanish?
No, 'Sábado' is the universal word for Saturday across all Spanish-speaking regions. You might add 'el' to make it 'el sábado' when saying 'on Saturday'.
What is the Spanish word for Saturday?
The Spanish word for Saturday is sábado. It is pronounced SAH-bah-doh.
What are the 7 days in Spanish in order?
The 7 days of the week in Spanish are: lunes (Monday), martes (Tuesday), miércoles (Wednesday), jueves (Thursday), viernes (Friday), sábado (Saturday), and domingo (Sunday).
How do you say 'today is Saturday' in Spanish?
To say 'today is Saturday' in Spanish, you would say 'Hoy es sábado'. This is pronounced OY es SAH-bah-doh.
How do you say 'Saturday and Sunday' in Spanish?
Saturday and Sunday in Spanish are sábado and domingo. You can say 'sábado y domingo' to refer to both days.
