consecutivo
“consecutivo” means “consecutive” in Spanish (following in order without interruption).
consecutive, in a row
Also: running, successive
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Llovió durante tres días consecutivos.
A2It rained for three consecutive days.
Es el cuarto año consecutivo que ganan el trofeo.
B1It is the fourth year in a row that they win the trophy.
Los números 5, 6 y 7 son consecutivos.
B1The numbers 5, 6, and 7 are consecutive.
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From the Latin 'consecutivus', which comes from 'consequi', meaning 'to follow closely' or 'to reach'.
First recorded: 15th century
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is 'consecutivo' formal?
It is neutral. You can use it in a science report or while chatting with a friend about your workout schedule, though 'seguido' is slightly more casual.
Does it have a plural form?
Yes! If you are describing multiple things, it becomes 'consecutivos' (masculine) or 'consecutivas' (feminine).
Can I use it for people?
No, it is used for things that happen in a sequence (days, years, numbers, events), not to describe a person's character.