especialidad secundaria
/espeθjalidad sekundaɾja/from spelling rules
The English phrase "minor degree" can be translated into Spanish as especialidad secundaria.
This term refers to a secondary subject of specialization that a college student studies alongside their main major.
How do you pronounce it?
/espeθjalidad sekundaɾja/
Did you know?
- In many Spanish-speaking countries, the concept of a 'minor' does not exist in traditional universities, as degrees are often highly specialized and rigid.
- In many Spanish-speaking countries, the term secundaria refers specifically to middle or high school rather than a university level of study. Because of this, using especialidad secundaria to describe a university minor can sometimes sound like you are discussing a high school subject.
- If you are in Spain, a student might instead use the term doble grado if they are pursuing two degrees simultaneously. While a 'minor' is usually a subset of a major, a doble grado implies a much more intensive, dual-certification structure.
Examples in context
- Estoy estudiando Psicología con una mención en Neuropsicología.I'm studying Psychology with a minor in Neuropsychology.
- Terminé mi carrera en Comunicación con énfasis en Periodismo.I completed my degree in Communication with a minor in Journalism.
- Estudié Arquitectura con un área de especialidad en Diseño Urbanístico.I studied Architecture with a minor in Urban Design.
- Tengo una especialidad secundaria en psicología.I have a minor in psychology.
- ¿Cuál es tu especialidad secundaria?What is your minor?
- Estudiar una especialidad secundaria es muy útil.Studying a minor is very useful.
Example conversation
Two college students are discussing their academic plans in the hallway.
- MaríaDaniel, ¿ya elegiste tu especialidad secundaria?Daniel, have you chosen your minor yet?
- DanielSí, María, voy a estudiar economía.Yes, María, I am going to study economics.
- MaríaEs una buena opción para tu carrera.It is a good option for your degree.
- DanielGracias, me ayudará mucho en el futuro.Thanks, it will help me a lot in the future.
Sources
- IPA marked “from spelling rules” is derived from standard Spanish spelling, where Wiktionary gives none.
