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How to Say "Yesterday" in Spanish
Spanish for 'yesterday,' a fundamental word for talking about past events and schedules.
ayer
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Use 'ayer' whenever you need to refer to the day before today. It's perfect for recounting what happened, what you did, or what someone else did yesterday.
Alternatives
- anteayerUse this for 'the day before yesterday.'
- el día de ayerThis is a slightly more formal or emphatic way to say 'yesterday.'
Ways to get it wrong
Confusing 'ayer' with 'hoy'
'Hoy' means 'today,' so make sure you're using the correct word for the day you mean.
Pronunciation of 'y'
In many Latin American countries, the 'y' in 'ayer' sounds like the 'j' in 'hallelujah,' not the 'y' in 'yes.'
Frequently asked
how to say yesterday in spanish
The most common word for 'yesterday' in Spanish is 'ayer'. It's a versatile word used in most contexts.
ayer vs hoy spanish
'Ayer' means 'yesterday,' referring to the day before today. 'Hoy' means 'today,' referring to the current day.
what does el dia de ayer mean
'El día de ayer' is a more formal or emphatic way to say 'yesterday.' It literally translates to 'the day of yesterday.'
Does 'ayer' mean 'yesterday'?
Yes, 'ayer' is the Spanish word for 'yesterday'.
How is 'yesterday' used in Spanish phrases?
'Ayer' is used in phrases to talk about events that happened on the previous day, such as 'ayer fui al cine' (yesterday I went to the movies).
What is the day before yesterday in Spanish?
The day before yesterday in Spanish is 'anteayer'.
Where were you yesterday in Spanish?
The phrase 'Where were you yesterday?' translates to '¿Dónde estuviste ayer?' in Spanish.
