How to Say "hemisphere" in Spanish
The Spanish word for “hemisphere” is “hemisferio” — B1 level. This is a very common word in everyday Spanish.
Examples
España se encuentra en el hemisferio norte.
Spain is located in the Northern Hemisphere.
Las estaciones del año son diferentes en cada hemisferio.
The seasons of the year are different in each hemisphere.
El hemisferio sur tiene cielos nocturnos muy distintos.
The Southern Hemisphere has very different night skies.
Always Masculine
Even though it's a big, scientific-sounding word, it's just a regular masculine word. Always use 'el' or 'un' with it.
The 'h' is Silent
Just like most Spanish words starting with 'h', don't pronounce it at all. Start straight with the 'e' sound.
Confusing Hemispheres with Directions
Mistake: “Vivo en el norte hemisferio.”
Correction: Vivo en el hemisferio norte.
Other Meanings of “hemisferio”
“hemisferio” can also mean:
- referring to the brain(B2)
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