verano
/beˈɾano/masculine
The English phrase summer translates to Spanish as verano. Wiktionary also lists estío.
Meaning: hottest season (noun)
Ways to say it
| Spanish | IPA | Note |
|---|---|---|
| verano | /beˈɾano/ | masculine |
| estío | /esˈtio/ | masculine |
The word refers to the hottest season. You can also use the related verb veranear to mean spend the summer, as in a particular place on holiday.
Which one should you use?
While verano is the common term, estío is a more literary or poetic way to say summer.
Related words
How does it change in a sentence?
verano is a masculine noun and is typically used with the definite article el when referring to the season in general.
How do you pronounce it?
/beˈɾano/
Did you know?
- The word verano actually comes from a root meaning 'spring'. In Vulgar Latin, the term shifted its meaning forward by one season.
- In many parts of Spain, the arrival of verano triggers a massive economic shift known as the 'August shutdown', where entire towns may effectively close for several weeks.
- The verb veranear often implies a specific social status, as it typically refers to the tradition of owning a second home in a coastal or mountain resort.
Examples in context
- El verano se acabó.Summer has ended.This sentence is useful for saying that verano has ended.Tatoeba #862553 by ildefonk, translation #442006 by CK
- Es verano en París.It's summer in Paris.This sentence is useful for stating that it is currently verano in Paris.Tatoeba #9505056 by hayastan, translation #9505055 by DJ_Saidez
- Se acerca el verano.Summer is coming.This sentence is useful for noting that verano is approaching.Tatoeba #1619570 by Shishir, translation #1619568 by Spamster
- ¿Qué planes tienes para este verano?What are your plans for this summer?
- Me encanta el verano porque puedo disfrutar del sol y la playa.I love summer because I can enjoy the sun and the beach.
- ¡El veranito está llegando y ya quiero disfrutarlo al máximo!Summer is coming, and I'm already excited to make the most of it!
- Recuerdo aquel estío cuando las tardes eran interminables.I remember that summer when the evenings were never-ending.
- El estío se caracteriza por la calidez y la alegría que trae consigo.Summer is characterized by the warmth and joy it brings.
- La canícula en Sevilla puede ser asfixiante, pero eso no impide disfrutar de su encanto.The dog days of summer in Seville can be suffocating, but that doesn't stop us from enjoying its charm.
- 439 more sentences on Tatoeba
Example conversation
Alejandro and María are planning a trip.
- AlejandroPrefiero viajar en primavera.I prefer to travel in spring.
- MaríaYo no, el verano es mejor.I do, summer is better.
- AlejandroPero el verano hace mucho calor.But summer is very hot.
- MaríaEs verdad, pero la playa es ideal.That's true, but the beach is ideal.
Sources
- Wiktionary, “summer” translations and entries verano, estío, CC BY-SA 4.0, dump of 2026-09-26.
- Word origins: Wiktionary entries estío, verano, CC BY-SA 4.0.
- Example sentences: Tatoeba CC BY 2.0 FR.
