nos vemos la próxima semana
/nos bemos la pɾoɡsima semana/from spelling rules
The English phrase "see you next week" is translated into Spanish as nos vemos la próxima semana.
This phrase is used to say goodbye to someone you expect to meet again in the following week.
What does it mean word for word?
The part nos vemos literally translates to "we see each other".
Which one should you use?
The phrase nos vemos la semana que viene is a common alternative to nos vemos la próxima semana. Additionally, Hasta la próxima semana is another way to express the same idea.
Is there a formal and an informal way to say it?
The phrase nos vemos la próxima semana is a common, slightly more informal way to say "see you" compared to more formal farewells. The alternatives Nos vemos la semana que viene and Hasta la próxima semana are also considered informal.
Did you know?
- The word semana for 'week' comes from the Latin word for 'seventh'. This reflects the ancient Roman focus on the seven-day cycle rather than a specific name for the period of time.
- The word próxima shares a root with the English word 'proximity'. Both stem from the Latin word for 'nearest', describing the coming week as the one closest in time.
- In many Spanish-speaking cultures, saying nos vemos can be a genuine intention or a polite social convention. If said without a specific time, it may function more as a general 'goodbye' than a firm appointment.
Examples in context
- Nos vemos la próxima semana, Tom.See you next week, Tom.This sentence is useful for seeing how to use nos vemos la próxima semana in a direct address.Tatoeba #5568024 by swyter, translation #3371192 by CK
- Adiós, nos vemos la próxima semana.Goodbye, see you next week.
Example conversation
Mateo and María are leaving their Spanish class.
- Mateo¡Buen trabajo hoy, María!Good work today, María!
- MaríaGracias, Mateo. Nos vemos la próxima semana.Thank you, Mateo. See you next week.
- MateoSí, nos vemos la próxima semana.Yes, see you next week.
- María¡Hasta luego!See you later!
Sources
- IPA marked “from spelling rules” is derived from standard Spanish spelling, where Wiktionary gives none.
- Word origins: Wiktionary entries la, nos, semana, CC BY-SA 4.0.
- Example sentences: Tatoeba CC BY 2.0 FR.
