milenio
“milenio” means “millennium” in Spanish (a period of 1,000 years).
millennium
Also: ages
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Estamos viviendo en el inicio de un nuevo milenio.
A1We are living in the beginning of a new millennium.
El tercer milenio comenzó en el año 2001.
A2The third millennium began in the year 2001.
Esa pirámide ha estado allí por más de un milenio.
B1That pyramid has been there for more than a millennium.
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How many years are in a 'milenio'?
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From the Latin word 'millennium,' which combines 'mille' (thousand) and 'annus' (year).
First recorded: 17th century
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is 'milenio' different from 'siglo'?
Yes! A 'siglo' is 100 years (a century), while a 'milenio' is 1,000 years (a millennium).
Do I need to capitalize 'milenio'?
Generally, no. It is a common noun and should be written in lowercase unless it starts a sentence or is part of a specific proper title.
How do you say 'millennials' (the generation) in Spanish?
We often use the same word 'millennials' or the Spanish term 'mileniales,' which comes from the same root!