extracurricular
/ˌeɡstɾakurikuˈlaɾ/
The English word 'extracurricular' is translated into Spanish as extracurricular.
The term is used as an adjective to describe things that occur outside of the normal curriculum of an educational establishment.
Meaning: outside of the normal curriculum of an educational establishment (adj)
Which one should you use?
For a more formal tone, you can use the phrase Actividades extracurriculares, Actividades complementarias or Actividades no curriculares. In informal settings, you can use the shortened version Actividades extra.
How does it change in a sentence?
The adjective extracurricular is invariant in gender, so it remains the same whether it modifies a masculine or feminine noun. To make the adjective plural, add -es to the end to form extracurriculares.
How do you pronounce it?
/ˌeɡstɾakurikuˈlaɾ/
Did you know?
- While extracurricular is common, Spanish speakers often use the term extraescolar to refer specifically to activities that happen after the school day ends.
- The word extra in Spanish is so broad that it can describe a side dish at a restaurant or a bonus payment in a paycheck, far beyond its use in educational contexts.
- In certain Spanish-speaking academic contexts, the term fuera de programa is used as a synonym for extracurricular when discussing specific topics that deviate from the official syllabus.
Examples in context
- Me gustaría participar en actividades extracurriculares como el club de teatro.I would like to participate in extracurricular activities such as the theater club.
- Mi hija disfruta mucho de sus actividades complementarias, como clases de música y deportes.My daughter really enjoys her extracurricular activities, such as music lessons and sports.
- Las actividades extra son una gran forma de desarrollar habilidades, hacer amigos y explorar nuevos intereses.Extracurricular activities are a great way to develop skills, make friends, and explore new interests.
- las actividades extracurricularesExtracurricular activities
- Ella busca un club extracurricular para mejorar su inglés.She is looking for an extracurricular club to improve her English.
Example conversation
Two students are talking about their school schedule.
- SofíaHola Javier, ¿tienes tiempo hoy?Hello Javier, do you have time today?
- JavierNo, tengo un ensayo extracurricular.No, I have an extracurricular rehearsal.
- SofíaEs verdad, olvida que tienes música.That's true, I forgot you have music.
- JavierSí, nos vemos mañana entonces.Yes, I will see you tomorrow then.
Sources
- Wiktionary, “extracurricular” translations and entries extracurricular, CC BY-SA 4.0, dump of 2026-09-26.
