The four seasons in Spanish are la primavera (spring), el verano (summer), el otoño (autumn/fall), and el invierno (winter). Each season has its own distinct weather and cultural associations, which are often reflected in vocabulary for clothing, activities, and holidays.
- la primavera: spring
- el verano: summer
- el otoño: autumn, fall
- el invierno: winter
Seasons Table
| Spanish | English | Typical Weather | Associated Activities |
|---|---|---|---|
| la primavera | spring | Mild, rainy, flowers | Planting, festivals |
| el verano | summer | Hot, sunny | Swimming, vacations |
| el otoño | autumn | Cool, windy, leaves | Harvest, back to school |
| el invierno | winter | Cold, snow (in some areas) | Skiing, Christmas |
- Use the table above to memorize and compare the seasons in both languages.
The four seasons in Spanish are la primavera, el verano, el otoño, and el invierno.
The four seasons in Spanish are la primavera, el verano, el otoño, and el invierno.
Seasonal Vocabulary
Each season comes with specific vocabulary for weather, clothing, and activities:
| Season | Weather | Clothing | Activities |
|---|---|---|---|
| Spring | Rain (la lluvia) | Light jackets | Gardening (la jardinería) |
| Summer | Sun (el sol) | Swimsuit (el traje de baño) | Beach (la playa) |
| Autumn | Wind (el viento) | Sweaters (los suéteres) | Leaf raking (rastrillar hojas) |
| Winter | Snow (la nieve) | Coat (el abrigo) | Skiing (esquiar) |
- Match these words to the correct season for a vocabulary boost.
Winter vocabulary includes la nieve (snow), el abrigo (coat), and esquiar (to ski).
'El Otoño' is autumn/fall, and typical weather is cool and windy.
Using Seasons in Sentences
To say things like "In summer, I travel," use:
- En [season], [subject] [verb].
Examples:
- En verano, viajo. (In summer, I travel.)
- En invierno, me gusta esquiar. (In winter, I like to ski.)
- En primavera, todo florece. (In spring, everything blooms.)
The correct translation is 'En otoño, las hojas caen.'
The correct phrase is 'En invierno, nieva.'
Correct usage includes 'En verano, hace calor' and similar structures. Seasons require 'En' + season + comma + statement.
The correct phrase is 'Me gusta el otoño porque es acogedor.'
Conclusion
Spanish seasons are more than just words—they're gateways to understanding culture, weather, and how life changes throughout the year.
- La primavera, el verano, el otoño, and el invierno are the four seasons.
- Each season has unique vocabulary for weather, clothing, and activities.
- Using seasons in sentences helps you talk about routines and preferences all year round.
The four seasons in Spanish are la primavera, el verano, el otoño, and el invierno.
'La nieve' (snow), 'el abrigo' (coat), and 'el frío' (cold) are associated with 'el invierno' (winter).
The correct sentence is 'En verano, viajo.'