próximas
/PROK-see-mahs/
next
This image shows the concept of something happening next in time or sequence.
próximas(Adjective)
next
?referring to time, future event
,upcoming
?scheduled events
following
?sequential order
📝 In Action
Las próximas semanas estaremos muy ocupados.
A1The next few weeks we will be very busy.
Anunciaron las próximas fechas de entrega.
A2They announced the upcoming delivery dates.
Necesito revisar las próximas reuniones de la junta directiva.
B1I need to review the next meetings of the board of directors.
💡 Grammar Points
Feminine Plural Agreement
This word must be used only with feminine nouns that are plural (more than one), such as 'fechas' (dates) or 'oportunidades' (opportunities).
❌ Common Pitfalls
Confusing Gender
Mistake: "La próximos días."
Correction: Los próximos días. Remember, 'próximas' only works for feminine things.
⭐ Usage Tips
Referring to Dates
When talking about future dates, 'próximas' is the most natural and common choice, much like saying 'next' in English.
The two houses in this illustration are nearby each other, illustrating physical proximity.
próximas(Adjective)
nearby
?physical distance
,close by
?spatial relationship
neighboring
?adjacent objects
📝 In Action
Las casas próximas al río sufrieron inundaciones.
B1The houses close by the river suffered flooding.
Tienen unas oficinas muy próximas a la universidad.
B2They have some offices very close to the university.
Las ciudades próximas suelen compartir recursos.
C1Nearby cities usually share resources.
💡 Grammar Points
Comparison with 'Cercanas'
'Próximas' and 'cercanas' both mean 'nearby.' 'Próximas' often emphasizes the very closest thing, like the first thing you encounter, while 'cercanas' is a more general term for 'close'.
⭐ Usage Tips
Preposition Use
When referring to location, you must include the preposition 'a' (to) or 'de' (of) to specify the reference point, e.g., 'próximas a la costa' (nearby to the coast).
✏️ Quick Practice
💡 Quick Quiz: próximas
Question 1 of 2
Which sentence uses 'próximas' to refer to distance or location?
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Frequently Asked Questions
Why does 'próximas' have an accent mark?
The accent mark on the 'ó' indicates that the stress falls on the third-to-last syllable (a rule for 'esdrújula' words). This is crucial for pronunciation, as saying 'proximas' (without the accent) would put the stress incorrectly on the second-to-last syllable.
Can I use 'próximas' for people?
Yes, but usually only in the sense of 'next' or 'close by' if they are acting as a group or being referred to impersonally, like 'las próximas candidatas' (the next candidates) or 'las personas próximas a él' (the people close to him).