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How to Say "Third" in Spanish
Use 'tercero' for 'third' when referring to order, rank, or position in Spanish.
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This is your go-to word for 'third' when talking about the third item in a list, the third person in a race, or the third floor of a building. It's also used for the third day of the month.
Alternatives
- terceraUse when referring to a feminine noun, like 'la tercera vez' (the third time).
- tercerUse before a masculine singular noun, like 'el tercer piso' (the third floor).
Ways to get it wrong
Confusing with 'tercero' and 'tercer'
'Tercer' is used before a masculine singular noun, while 'tercero' is used otherwise.
Pronouncing the 'r' too lightly
Make sure to roll or flap the 'r' sound for clarity, especially in the middle of the word.
A small cultural note
In some countries, when referring to the third floor of a building, people might say 'el tercer piso' or 'el tercer nivel', but 'tercero' is understood universally.
Frequently asked
how to say third place in spanish
You would say 'el tercer lugar' for third place. If you're referring to the person who came in third, you might say 'el tercero' (masculine) or 'la tercera' (feminine).
spanish for third day of month
The third day of the month is 'el tres de [month]', but when referring to it as an ordinal number, you can say 'el tercer día del mes'.
difference between tercero and tercer
'Tercer' is the shortened form used directly before a masculine singular noun, like 'tercer coche' (third car). 'Tercero' is used when the noun is implied or when it's used as a pronoun or after a preposition.
How do you say 3rd in Spanish?
The word for 'third' in Spanish is 'tercero'. It changes based on gender: 'tercera' for feminine nouns.
How do you say 1st, 2nd, 3rd, 4th, 5th in Spanish?
The ordinal numbers in Spanish are: primero (1st), segundo (2nd), tercero (3rd), cuarto (4th), and quinto (5th). Remember to adjust the ending for gender.
What is the meaning of 'third' in Spanish?
In Spanish, 'tercero' means third in order or rank. It can also refer to a third part of something.
What are the abbreviations for 1st, 2nd, 3rd in Spanish?
The abbreviations are 1.º for primero, 2.º for segundo, and 3.º for tercero. For feminine forms, use 1.ª, 2.ª, and 3.ª.
