When you are learning Spanish, one of the most basic words to know is el mes. This word means 'the month'. You'll use it all the time when talking about dates and times.
For example, if you want to say 'January is a month', you would say, 'Enero es un mes'.
Remember, 'el' means 'the' and is used before masculine words like 'mes'.
When talking about something that happens on a regular basis each month, you can say una vez al mes (once a month) or dos veces al mes (twice a month). You can also use mensual (monthly) as an adjective, like in pago mensual (monthly payment) or cuota mensual (monthly fee). Be careful not to confuse el mes with la mesa (the table) or el beso (the kiss).
§ What 'el mes' Means
- DEFINITION
- A period of time corresponding to one twelfth of a year. Simply put, it's 'the month'.
When you're learning Spanish, one of the first things you'll want to talk about is time. And when it comes to time, 'el mes' (pronounced: el mess) is a fundamental word. It means 'the month' in English. This isn't a tricky word; it's straightforward and used exactly how you'd expect. Think of it as the building block for discussing dates, holidays, and how long something takes.
You'll use 'el mes' anytime you need to refer to a month, whether it's a specific month like January or February, or just a general reference to a month as a unit of time. It's a masculine noun, which is why it's 'el mes' (the masculine definite article 'el') and not 'la mes'. Always remember to use 'el' before 'mes'.
§ When to Use 'El Mes'
People use 'el mes' constantly in Spanish. Here are some common situations:
- Talking about duration: If you want to say something lasts for a month, you'll use 'el mes'.
- Referring to specific months: Even when you say "January" (enero) or "February" (febrero), you're still talking about 'un mes' (a month).
- Discussing frequency: How often something happens, like once a month.
- Planning events: When something is scheduled to happen in a particular month.
Let's look at some examples to make this concrete:
Mi cumpleaños es en este mes.
Translation hint: My birthday is in this month.
Necesito un mes para terminar el proyecto.
Translation hint: I need a month to finish the project.
¿Cuántos días tiene este mes?
Translation hint: How many days does this month have?
You'll also hear 'el mes' when people are talking about monthly payments or subscriptions. For example, if you have a gym membership, you might say:
Pago la membresía cada mes.
Translation hint: I pay the membership every month.
Or, if you're talking about a bill:
La factura de la luz llega el próximo mes.
Translation hint: The electricity bill arrives next month.
§ Related Phrases and Usage
Understanding 'el mes' also means knowing some common phrases that use it. This will make your Spanish sound much more natural.
- Este mes: This month. (e.g., ¿Qué vas a hacer este mes? - What are you going to do this month?)
- El próximo mes: Next month. (e.g., Viajaré el próximo mes. - I will travel next month.)
- El mes pasado: Last month. (e.g., Fui de vacaciones el mes pasado. - I went on vacation last month.)
- Cada mes: Every month. (e.g., Leemos un libro nuevo cada mes. - We read a new book every month.)
- Al mes: Per month. (e.g., Gano mil euros al mes. - I earn a thousand euros per month.)
Using 'el mes' correctly is a basic but important step in your Spanish journey. It's not a word you can skip. Master it, and you'll be able to talk about a whole lot more with confidence!
Hello, students! Today we're looking at a very common word: el mes. It means 'the month' and you'll hear it all the time, everywhere. Let's get straight to how people use it in real life.
§ At Work
In any job, whether it's an office, a shop, or a construction site, 'el mes' is essential for talking about schedules, payments, and deadlines. You'll hear it in meetings, casual conversations, and official documents.
- Definition
- A period of time corresponding to one twelfth of a year.
Tenemos que presentar el informe antes de fin de mes.
(We have to submit the report before the end of the month.)
El pago se realiza el quince de cada mes.
(Payment is made on the fifteenth of every month.)
§ At School or University
For students and teachers, 'el mes' is crucial for discussing academic calendars, deadlines for assignments, and holidays. You'll hear it in classrooms, hallways, and during registration.
Los exámenes finales son el próximo mes.
(Final exams are next month.)
Tenemos vacaciones de invierno en julio cada mes en el hemisferio sur.
(We have winter holidays in July every month in the southern hemisphere.)
§ In the News and Media
When you read or watch the news in Spanish, 'el mes' is constantly used to refer to events, statistics, and forecasts. It helps give context to when things happened or will happen.
La inflación aumentó este mes.
(Inflation increased this month.)
El presidente dará un discurso a finales de mes.
(The president will give a speech at the end of the month.)
§ Common Phrases with 'Mes'
Beyond specific contexts, 'el mes' appears in many general expressions. Learning these will make your Spanish sound much more natural.
A fin de mes: At the end of the month
Voy a cobrar a fin de mes.
(I will get paid at the end of the month.)
Por mes: Per month/monthly
El alquiler es de 500 euros por mes.
(The rent is 500 euros per month.)
Mensual: Monthly (adjective)
This is related to 'mes'. For example, 'cuota mensual' (monthly fee).
As you can see, 'el mes' is a fundamental word. Pay attention to how native speakers use it in different situations, and try to incorporate it into your own Spanish. ¡Hasta el próximo mes!
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El mes de julio es muy caluroso aquí.
July is very hot here.
Using 'el mes de [month]' to specify a month.
¿Cuántos días tiene el mes de febrero?
How many days does February have?
Asking about the number of days in a specific month.
Viajamos a España el próximo mes.
We travel to Spain next month.
Using 'el próximo mes' for 'next month'.
Cada mes visito a mis abuelos.
Every month I visit my grandparents.
Using 'cada mes' for 'every month'.
Este mes tengo mucho trabajo.
This month I have a lot of work.
Using 'este mes' for 'this month'.
Termino mi proyecto el mes que viene.
I finish my project next month.
Using 'el mes que viene' as an alternative for 'next month'.
Pago mi alquiler a principios de mes.
I pay my rent at the beginning of the month.
Using 'a principios de mes' for 'at the beginning of the month'.
Ella cumpleaños es el mes de agosto.
Her birthday is in August.
Stating a birthday month, often using 'el mes de [month]' or just 'en [month]'.
Normalmente voy al gimnasio tres veces al mes para mantenerme en forma.
I usually go to the gym three times a month to stay in shape.
El alquiler de este apartamento se paga el primer día de cada mes.
The rent for this apartment is paid on the first day of each month.
Hemos estado planeando nuestras vacaciones durante varios meses.
We have been planning our vacation for several months.
Mi cumpleaños es el próximo mes, estoy muy emocionado.
My birthday is next month, I'm very excited.
Trabajo en este proyecto desde hace seis meses y ya casi lo termino.
I've been working on this project for six months and I'm almost finished.
Cada mes ahorramos un poco de dinero para comprar un coche nuevo.
Every month we save a little money to buy a new car.
La suscripción a la revista cuesta diez euros al mes.
The magazine subscription costs ten euros a month.
Este mes ha sido muy ocupado, no he tenido tiempo para relajarme.
This month has been very busy, I haven't had time to relax.
よく使う組み合わせ
よく使うフレーズ
Voy de vacaciones el próximo mes.
I'm going on vacation next month.
Recibimos la factura el mes pasado.
We received the bill last month.
Pago el alquiler cada mes.
I pay the rent every month.
Este mes ha sido muy ocupado.
This month has been very busy.
Solo me queda un mes aquí.
I only have one month left here.
Estuve enfermo por varios meses.
I was sick for several months.
El mes que viene empezamos el proyecto.
Next month we start the project.
Siempre estoy ocupado a principios de mes.
I'm always busy at the beginning of the month.
Cobro a finales de mes.
I get paid at the end of the month.
Cuesta diez dólares por mes.
It costs ten dollars per month.
文法パターン
文型パターン
Hay ______ meses en un año.
Hay doce meses en un año. (There are twelve months in a year.)
¿Qué mes es ____?
¿Qué mes es este? (What month is this?)
El mes de ______.
El mes de enero. (The month of January.)
En el mes de ______.
En el mes de febrero. (In the month of February.)
Cada mes.
Yo visito a mi familia cada mes. (I visit my family every month.)
El primer/último mes.
El primer mes del año es enero. (The first month of the year is January.)
______ meses.
Tres meses. (Three months.)
Este mes/el próximo mes/el mes pasado.
Este mes estoy muy ocupado. (This month I am very busy.)
使い方
When talking about months in Spanish, you generally don't capitalize their names (e.g., enero, febrero, marzo). When saying 'in the month of [month]', you'll typically use 'en' followed by the month name (e.g., 'en enero'). To express 'this month,' use 'este mes'. For 'next month,' use 'el próximo mes', and for 'last month,' use 'el mes pasado.'
A common mistake is capitalizing month names in Spanish, which is incorrect. For example, writing 'Enero' instead of 'enero'. Another error is directly translating 'in January' as 'in enero'; the correct phrasing is 'en enero' or 'en el mes de enero'.
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実際の使用場面
Talking about the current month
- ¿Qué mes es?
- Es el mes de enero.
- Estamos en el mes de abril.
Referring to a past or future month
- El mes pasado fui de vacaciones.
- El próximo mes tengo un examen.
- ¿En qué mes naciste?
Using 'month' with numbers (e.g., 'three months')
- Tengo tres meses aquí.
- El curso dura seis meses.
- Han pasado muchos meses desde entonces.
Talking about events that happen monthly
- Paga el alquiler cada mes.
- Tenemos una reunión mensual.
- Visito a mi familia una vez al mes.
Discussing the length of something in months
- El proyecto duró ocho meses.
- Ella tiene un bebé de cinco meses.
- ¿Cuántos meses faltan para Navidad?
会話のきっかけ
"¿Cuál es tu mes favorito y por qué?"
"¿Qué planes tienes para el próximo mes?"
"¿Hay algún mes del año que no te guste? ¿Por qué?"
"¿Cuál es el mejor mes para visitar tu ciudad?"
"¿Cuánto tiempo, en meses, llevas aprendiendo español?"
日記のテーマ
Escribe sobre un evento importante que ocurrió este mes.
Describe lo que esperas lograr el próximo mes.
Si pudieras vivir en un mes del año para siempre, ¿cuál elegirías y por qué?
Piensa en un mes de tu infancia y describe un recuerdo vívido.
Haz una lista de tres cosas que te gustan de cada mes de la estación en la que estás ahora.
自分をテスト 36 問
Choose the correct translation for 'month'.
'El mes' translates to 'month' in English.
Which sentence correctly uses 'el mes'?
This sentence correctly uses 'el mes' in the context of frequency, meaning 'every month'.
If 'el año' means 'the year', what does 'el mes' mean?
Just as 'el año' is 'the year', 'el mes' is 'the month'.
The word 'el mes' is feminine.
'El mes' is a masculine noun, indicated by the article 'el'.
You can use 'el mes' to talk about a specific month, like 'el mes de junio'.
Yes, it is common to say 'el mes de' followed by the name of a month.
The plural form of 'el mes' is 'los meses'.
To form the plural of 'mes', we add 'es' to get 'meses', and the article becomes 'los'.
The correct order to form 'Next month I travel' is 'El próximo mes viajo'.
The correct order to form 'There are four weeks in a month' is 'Hay cuatro semanas en un mes'.
The correct order to form 'I pay my rent at the end of the month' is 'Pago mi alquiler a fin de mes'.
The next month we will travel to Spain.
Every month I study Spanish to improve.
We receive payment at the end of the month.
Read this aloud:
Este mes ha sido muy productivo para mí.
Focus: mes
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Read this aloud:
¿Cuál es tu mes favorito del año y por qué?
Focus: cuál, mes, por qué
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Read this aloud:
Necesito organizar mi calendario para el próximo mes.
Focus: organizar, próximo
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El gerente prometió una revisión salarial significativa para el próximo ___ de trabajo, lo cual generó un gran entusiasmo entre los empleados.
The context refers to a 'significant salary review' which is typically conducted monthly or annually. Given the options, 'mes' (month) fits best.
A pesar de las promesas iniciales, el proyecto se retrasó varios ___, lo que ocasionó una considerable frustración en el equipo y los inversionistas.
A project delay is usually measured in weeks or months, not hours, minutes, or seconds. 'Meses' (months) is the most appropriate unit of time here.
La intensidad de los entrenamientos aumentó cada ___, preparando a los atletas para la competición de alto nivel que se avecinaba.
Training intensity for a high-level competition would increase over a period of time, such as 'mes' (month), rather than instantly.
La empresa implementó un nuevo sistema de evaluación de desempeño que requiere informes detallados al final de cada ___ fiscal.
Performance evaluations can be done monthly, quarterly, semi-annually, or annually. 'Mes' (month) is a common and fitting frequency for 'detailed reports'.
Para asegurar una participación activa, la junta directiva decidió celebrar reuniones plenarias el primer ___ de cada trimestre, con el fin de revisar el progreso y tomar decisiones estratégicas.
The phrase 'el primer ___ de cada trimestre' implies a larger unit of time. 'Mes' (month) makes sense as the first month of each quarter.
La inflación creciente ha erosionado el poder adquisitivo de los salarios, haciendo que cada ___ sea un desafío para muchas familias.
Inflation's impact on purchasing power is typically felt and discussed on a monthly basis, making 'mes' (month) the most appropriate word.
Choose the most appropriate synonym for "el mes" in a financial context.
In a financial context, 'la mensualidad' specifically refers to a monthly payment, which is a direct application of 'el mes'. While the other options refer to periods of time, they are not as precise.
Which of these phrases correctly uses "el mes" to indicate a recurring event?
'Cada mes' is the correct and most common way to express 'every month' or 'monthly' for recurring events.
What is the nuance of "A finales de mes, siempre hay menos dinero"?
'A finales de mes' generally refers to the latter part or end period of the month, not necessarily a specific date or the absolute last day.
The phrase "llevar un mes" means to have been doing something for a month.
'Llevar' followed by a period of time like 'un mes' correctly indicates that an action has been ongoing for that duration.
When referring to a specific month, like 'July', you must always use the definite article 'el' before the month's name.
While 'el' is often used, especially when specifying 'el mes de julio', it's not strictly mandatory to always use 'el' before the month's name when it's clear from context, e.g., 'en julio' is common.
The expression "de mes en mes" can be used interchangeably with "mensualmente."
Both 'de mes en mes' and 'mensualmente' convey the meaning of something happening on a monthly basis or from one month to the next.
The project's delay is causing concern.
Inflation's rise could lead to recession.
World leaders will meet next month.
Read this aloud:
La empresa ha logrado un crecimiento exponencial en el último mes, superando todas las expectativas y consolidando su posición en el mercado.
Focus: exponencial, consolidando
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Read this aloud:
La junta directiva se reunirá el mes entrante para deliberar sobre las nuevas estrategias de expansión global.
Focus: deliberar, estrategias
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El informe anual detalla los logros significativos alcanzados durante cada mes del ejercicio fiscal, destacando la productividad del equipo.
Focus: significativos, productividad
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例文
Este mes tenemos muchas fiestas.
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daily_lifeの関連語
a menudo
A1Frequently; on many occasions.
abonar
A2To pay, to subscribe; to make a payment or subscribe to a service.
abreviar
B1To shorten (a word, phrase, or text).
abrigo
A1Coat.
abril
A1April
acercarse
A2To move closer to someone or something.
acompañar
A2To go somewhere with (someone) as a companion or escort.
acostar
A2To put someone to bed.
acostarse
A1To go to bed, to lie down for sleep.
acostumbrarse
B1To get used to a situation or habit.
