consecutivo
/konsekuˈtibo/
In Spanish, the phrase back to back is expressed as consecutivo.
The term is used as an adverb to describe things happening consecutively.
Meaning: consecutively (adv)
Is it said differently in some regions?
In Mexico, the phrase uno tras otro is commonly used to mean back to back. In Spain, the alternative consecutivos is frequently used.
How does it change in a sentence?
As an adjective, consecutivo must agree in gender and number with the noun it modifies. Use consecutiva for feminine singular nouns, consecutivos for masculine plural nouns and consecutivas for feminine plural nouns. Similarly, the term seguidos must change to seguidas when referring to feminine plural nouns.
How do you pronounce it?
/konsekuˈtibo/
Did you know?
- In a sporting context, a 'back to back' championship win is often called a bicampeonato. This single word replaces the need for an adverbial phrase like consecutivo.
- The term seguido can also mean 'often' in certain colloquial contexts. Saying something happens seguido might mean it occurs frequently rather than just consecutively.
- While consecutivo describes a sequence, Spanish speakers often use seguido to describe things happening without a break. If someone talks 'back to back' without pausing for breath, they are talking seguido.
Examples in context
- Las reuniones serán realizadas consecutivamente.The meetings will be held back to back.
- Las competencias de baile están programadas para ser realizadas seguidas.The dance competitions are scheduled to be held back to back.
- tres días consecutivosThree consecutive days
- dos victorias consecutivasTwo back to back victories
- Tengo tres exámenes consecutivos esta semana.I have three consecutive exams this week.
- Ganaron dos partidos consecutivos.They won two consecutive matches.
Example conversation
Sofía and Javier are discussing their work schedules.
- SofíaEstoy muy cansada por las reuniones.I am very tired from the meetings.
- JavierTuviste muchos turnos consecutivos, ¿verdad?You had many consecutive shifts, right?
- SofíaSí, fueron cinco días sin descanso.Yes, it was five days without a break.
- JavierNecesitas descansar este fin de semana.You need to rest this weekend.
Sources
- Pronunciation: Wiktionary entry consecutivo, CC BY-SA 4.0, dump of 2026-09-26.
