New Year in Spanish
Learn about New Year's words and phrases in Spanish to enhance your vocabulary for holiday conversations.
alegría
joy
The word 'alegría' in Spanish translates to 'joy' in English. It is used to express a feeling of great pleasure, happiness, or gladness. For example, feeling 'alegría' after receiving some good news. Its usage is similar to the English word 'joy', where it is often used to illustrate extreme happiness or something that brings happiness.
Example sentences with alegría →anticipación
anticipation
The Spanish word 'anticipación' is used in the same context as the English word 'anticipation', it refers to the action of expecting or predicting. It can be utilized in various scenarios, from expressing the excitement about an upcoming event to signifying the prediction of future events.
Example sentences with anticipación →bendiciones
blessings
The Spanish word for 'blessings' is 'bendiciones'. It is used similarly to how it is used in English, to express well wishes, grace, or to refer to something one is grateful for. For example, in the context of a religious ceremony, 'bendiciones' could refer to the words spoken by a priest to invoke divine favor. Equally, it could be used more informally to express gratitude for positive elements in one's life.
Example sentences with bendiciones →bengalas
sparklers
The Spanish word for 'sparklers' is 'bengalas'. Just like in English, 'bengalas' in Spanish is used to refer to a type of firework that emits sparks. This word is commonly used during celebrations like birthdays and New Year's Eve.
Example sentences with bengalas →caída de la bola
ball drop
In Spanish, 'caída de la bola' is a direct translation for the phrase 'ball drop'. However, the usability may vary depending on region and context. It could be used to describe the action of a ball being dropped in sports or games, or in reference to an event like the New Year's Eve Ball Drop in Times Square. It's important to note that this phrase might not be immediately understood in all Spanish-speaking regions without additional clarification.
Example sentences with caída de la bola →calendario
calendar
In Spanish, 'calendario' is used in much the same way as 'calendar' in English. It's a system of determining the beginning, length, and sequence of years and their subdivisions, such as weeks and months. It's used in everyday language and contexts, from scheduling appointments to planning events.
Example sentences with calendario →cápsula del tiempo
time capsule
The term 'cápsula del tiempo' is used in Spanish like 'time capsule' in English. It generally refers to an object or collection of objects sealed in a container and intentionally hidden or buried to be found in the future. It can also metaphorically refer to something that provides a peek into a past time or era.
Example sentences with cápsula del tiempo →celebración
celebration
The Spanish word 'celebración' is used to refer to any kind of celebration. This could be a birthday, a wedding, or a holiday like Christmas. Just as in English, it can be used to speak about both the act of celebrating and the event being celebrated. For example, 'La celebración de su cumpleaños fue muy divertida' (Her birthday celebration was very fun).
Example sentences with celebración →champán
champagne
The Spanish word for 'champagne' is 'champán'. Just like in English, 'champán' is a type of sparkling wine and is often used in celebrations. It is a noun and can be used in many of the same ways as 'champagne' in English.
Example sentences with champán →confeti
confetti
The Spanish word 'confeti' is used in the same context as the English word 'confetti'. It is small pieces or streamers of paper, mylar, or metallic material which are usually thrown at parades and celebrations, especially weddings. It is borrowed directly from Italian.
Example sentences with confeti →cuenta regresiva
countdown
The Spanish term 'cuenta regresiva' is used in similar contexts as 'countdown' in English. It is commonly used to refer to a backward count sequence to indicate the time left before an event starts. Just like in English, it can refer to a variety of events such as the launch of a spaceship, the start of a new year, or the time remaining before a deadline.
Example sentences with cuenta regresiva →enero
january
The Spanish word for 'January' is 'enero'. It's used in the same way as in English, to denote the first month of the year. For example, 'El primero de enero' means 'The first of January'.
Example sentences with enero →esperanzas
hopes
The word 'esperanzas' is plural of 'esperanza', and is used in Spanish as in English, to express the expectation of a certain desired thing to happen. It can be used in various contexts, both in day-to-day conversations and in literature.
Example sentences with esperanzas →familia
family
A group consisting of parents and children living together in a household.
Example sentences with familia →festividades
festivities
The Spanish word 'festividades' refers to celebrations or events marking special occasions or holidays. It can be used in many similar contexts as 'festivities' in English, such as cultural, religious, and national celebrations.
Example sentences with festividades →fiesta
party
In Spanish, 'fiesta' is the word used to refer to a party or celebration. It can be used to talk about different social gatherings such as birthdays, weddings or festive events. For example, you can say 'Voy a una fiesta de cumpleaños', which translates to 'I'm going to a birthday party'. It is a common term used in both formal and casual contexts.
Example sentences with fiesta →fuegos artificiales
fireworks
The Spanish term for 'fireworks' is 'fuegos artificiales'. It's a masculine noun, so when talking about one firework, you will say 'el fuego artificial'. The term is commonly used in the same way as in English, examples include celebrations like New Year's Eve or Independence Day where 'fuegos artificiales' are lit in celebration.
Example sentences with fuegos artificiales →juerga
revelry
The Spanish word 'juerga' carries the essence of fun and noises, usually involving a group of people. Similar to 'revelry' in English, 'juerga' is used to indicate wild enjoyment from music, dance, drinks, and socializing. It reflects a merry, festive, or party-like atmosphere.
Example sentences with juerga →medianoche
midnight
The Spanish word 'medianoche' refers to the middle of the night, specifically the point in time when it is exactly 12:00 AM. It is used in the same contexts as the English word 'midnight'. For example, you might use the term to plan a meeting for the very start of the day, or to describe when a certain event took place.
Example sentences with medianoche →metas
goals
In Spanish, 'metas' is used to refer to objectives or goals one intends to achieve. It can be used in a variety of contexts, just like 'goals' in English. For example, personal goals (metas personales), career goals (metas de carrera), etc.
Example sentences with metas →nuevos comienzos
new beginnings
The Spanish phrase 'nuevos comienzos' is used in contexts reflecting the start of something new, such as a project, a year, or a phase of life. It can be used both literally and metaphorically, much like its English equivalent 'new beginnings'.
Example sentences with nuevos comienzos →optimismo
optimism
The Spanish word 'optimismo' is generally used in the same context as its English equivalent 'optimism'. It can refer to a positive or hopeful outlook on life, situations, or future events. It is used in a sentence in the same way as the English word. For example, in the sentence 'I have optimism that things will improve,' 'optimism' would be replaced with 'optimismo' in Spanish.
Example sentences with optimismo →reflexión
reflection
The Spanish word for reflection is 'reflexión'. It is used similarly to how it is used in English; to indicate the mirroring of light or other waves, or to suggest deep thought or consideration about something.
Example sentences with reflexión →renovación
renewal
The Spanish word 'renovación' is used exactly how 'renewal' is used in English. It can refer to the act of making something effective for an additional period, or the act of replacing something that is worn out, run down, or broken. It's often used in contexts like lease renewal (renovación de contrato) or renewal of a driver's license (renovación de licencia de conducir).
Example sentences with renovación →resoluciones
resolutions
The word 'resoluciones' is used in Spanish in a similar context as in English, often referring to decisions made by an individual or group. It can be used in both formal contexts such as legal or business resolutions, and in personal contexts like New Year's resolutions.
Example sentences with resoluciones →tradición
tradition
The Spanish word 'tradición' is used to refer to customary patterns of thought or behavior that have been passed down from one generation to the next. It is commonly used in contexts referring to cultural practices or annual celebrations.
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