misma
“misma” means “same” in Spanish. It has 2 different meanings depending on context:
same
Also: very
📝 In Action
Tenemos la misma idea.
A1We have the same idea.
Ella va a la misma escuela que yo.
A2She goes to the same school as me.
La reunión es mañana por la mañana, a la misma hora.
B1The meeting is tomorrow morning, at the same time.
Tienes que entregar la tarea esta semana misma.
B2You have to turn in the homework this very week.
📝 In Action
Yo misma voy a arreglarlo.
A2I myself am going to fix it.
La directora misma nos dio la bienvenida.
B1The director herself welcomed us.
¿Estás segura de que tú misma lo cerraste?
B1Are you sure that you yourself closed it?
✏️ Quick Practice
Quick Quiz: misma
Question 1 of 2
Which sentence correctly uses 'misma' to mean 'the same'?
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📚 Etymology▼
It comes from a Vulgar Latin word, `*metipsimus`, which was a super-emphasized version of the classical Latin word `ipse`, meaning 'self' or 'the very one'. From its very beginning, it has always been about identity and emphasis.
First recorded: Around the 10th century
Cognates (Related words)
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the difference between 'misma' and 'igual'?
Think of it this way: `misma` usually means 'the very same one' (identity). 'Tenemos la misma camisa' means we are wearing two copies of the exact same shirt. `Igual` means 'of the same kind' or 'similar'. 'Nuestras camisas son iguales' means our shirts are similar in style or color, but not the exact same item.
Why does 'misma' sometimes go before the noun and sometimes after?
Great question! The position changes the meaning. Before the noun, it means 'same' ('la misma noche' = the same night). After the noun, it adds emphasis, meaning '-self' ('la noche misma' = the night itself).