Learn Spanish: Months & Seasons

Mastering the vocabulary for months and seasons is an essential step in becoming conversational in Spanish. This lesson covers the twelve months of the year, from Enero (eh-neh-roh) to Diciembre (dee-thyem-breh), as well as the four seasons and basic time-related terms. These words are vital for making plans, discussing birthdays, or describing the weather. Unlike in English, months in Spanish are typically not capitalized in standard writing, though they remain the central building blocks for navigating el calendario (the calendar).

You will notice that many month names are cognates, meaning they look and sound very similar to their English counterparts. For instance, Agosto (ah-gohs-toh) and Octubre (ok-too-breh) are easily recognizable. However, pay close attention to the gender of the seasons. While el verano (the summer) and el invierno (the winter) use the masculine article, the word for spring is la primavera (lah pree-mah-beh-rah), which is feminine.

Beyond the months and seasons, this list includes essential markers for daily life. You can discuss la fecha (the date) using terms like hoy (today), mañana (tomorrow), or ayer (yesterday). Whether you are looking forward to un día festivo (a holiday) or simply tracking the passing of la semana (the week) and el mes (the month), these foundational words provide the necessary structure to navigate time and schedules in a Spanish-speaking environment.