sesión
seh-see-OHN
/seˈsjon/
📝 In Action
La sesión de terapia duró una hora.
A2The therapy session lasted an hour.
La sesión del congreso fue muy larga ayer.
B1The congressional sitting (or session) was very long yesterday.
Tienes que iniciar sesión para acceder a tu cuenta.
A2You have to log in (start session) to access your account.
¿A qué hora empieza la sesión de cine?
A2What time does the movie showing start?
💡 Grammar Points
Feminine Noun Rule
Even though 'sesión' ends in -ón, it is always a feminine word. You must say 'la sesión' and not 'el sesión'.
The Accent Mark
The accent on the 'o' (ó) is important! It tells you that the stress falls strongly on the last part of the word: se-SIÓN.
❌ Common Pitfalls
Using 'sesión' for a casual get-together
Mistake: “Tenemos una sesión con amigos.”
Correction: Use 'reunión' or 'encuentro' for casual gatherings. 'Sesión' usually implies a formal or professional structure.
⭐ Usage Tips
Log-In vs. Log-Out
The phrase 'iniciar sesión' (to start session) is the standard way to say 'to log in' on websites and apps across the Spanish-speaking world.
✏️ Quick Practice
Quick Quiz: sesión
Question 1 of 1
Which of these phrases means 'to log out'?
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Frequently Asked Questions
How is 'sesión' different from 'reunión'?
'Sesión' usually implies a more formal, scheduled, or structured period of time dedicated to one professional purpose (like a court sitting, therapy, or a class). 'Reunión' is a more general word for any kind of meeting or gathering, formal or casual.