In Spanish, school subjects are called las asignaturas or las materias. Here are some of the most common ones you'll find in a typical school curriculum:
| Spanish | English | Example (ES) | Example (EN) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Matemáticas | Mathematics | Me gustan las matemáticas. | I like mathematics. |
| Ciencias | Science | Las ciencias son interesantes. | Science is interesting. |
| Historia | History | Estudiamos historia mundial. | We study world history. |
| Lengua / Español | Language/Spanish | La lengua es una asignatura importante. | Language is an important subject. |
| Inglés | English | Tengo clase de inglés los lunes. | I have English class on Mondays. |
| Educación Física | Physical Education | La educación física es divertida. | Physical education is fun. |
| Arte | Art | Me encanta la clase de arte. | I love art class. |
| Música | Music | La música ayuda a concentrarse. | Music helps to concentrate. |
| Informática | Computer Science | Aprendemos programación en informática. | We learn programming in computer science. |
- Spanish school subjects are often gendered and pluralized, e.g., las matemáticas, los idiomas.
- Some subjects may have regional name variations (e.g., informática vs. tecnología).
The correct term for Physical Education in Spanish is 'Educación Física'.
The Spanish word for 'Science' is 'Ciencias'.
Common school subjects include 'Matemáticas', 'Arte', and 'Inglés'.
Conclusion
School subjects in Spanish (las asignaturas) cover a wide range of areas just like in English, from matemáticas to educación física. Knowing these terms is essential for students, parents, and educators in Spanish-speaking contexts.
- "Matemáticas" means Mathematics, and it's a favorite for some students.
- Science is "Ciencias," and it's often divided into biology, chemistry, and physics at higher levels.
- Physical Education is "Educación Física," and it's about more than just exercise—it's about health, too.
'Las Asignaturas' translates to 'School Subjects' or 'Courses' in English.
The word for 'History' in Spanish is 'Historia'.
Correct translations include 'Arte' (Art), 'Música' (Music), and 'Inglés' (English).