What is the difference between "reuniones", "juntas", "sesiones", "entrevistas" in Spanish?

The English word 'meetings' can be translated into Spanish in several ways, depending on the context and formality. Choosing the right word is key to sounding natural and precise in your Spanish communication.

How to Say "meetings" in Spanish

The most common Spanish word for “meetings” is “reuniones” — use 'reuniones' for general formal or business gatherings, making it the most common and versatile translation for 'meetings'..

reuniones🔊A1

Use 'reuniones' for general formal or business gatherings, making it the most common and versatile translation for 'meetings'.

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juntas🔊B1

Opt for 'juntas' when referring to formal gatherings of specific groups, such as a board or committee.

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sesiones🔊A2

Use 'sesiones' for scheduled meetings that are part of a longer process or activity, like classes, therapy, or sports.

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entrevistas🔊A2

Choose 'entrevistas' specifically when the 'meeting' is a formal interview, typically for a job or a journalistic piece.

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English → Spanish

reuniones

reh-oo-NYO-nes/re.uˈnjo.nes/

nounA1formal or business settings

Use 'reuniones' for general formal or business gatherings, making it the most common and versatile translation for 'meetings'.

A simple illustration showing three diverse, simplified characters in business attire sitting at a round conference table, engaged in a discussion.

Examples

Tenemos tres reuniones importantes esta semana.

We have three important meetings this week.

Las reuniones familiares son siempre muy ruidosas.

The family gatherings are always very noisy.

Necesitamos organizar reuniones periódicas para discutir el progreso del proyecto.

We need to organize periodic meetings to discuss the project's progress.

Feminine Plural Noun

This word is the plural form of 'reunión' (a feminine word), so it requires feminine plural articles and adjectives (e.g., 'unas reuniones largas' - some long meetings).

Using the wrong gender

Mistake: “Los reuniones”

Correction: Las reuniones. Remember that words ending in -ión are almost always feminine in Spanish, requiring 'las' when plural.

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juntas

HOON-tas/ˈxuntas/

nounB1formal gatherings

Opt for 'juntas' when referring to formal gatherings of specific groups, such as a board or committee.

Three diverse people sitting around a large, round conference table, focused on a central point, illustrating a formal meeting.

Examples

Las juntas directivas se celebran cada mes.

The board meetings are held every month.

Tuvimos tres juntas seguidas para discutir el presupuesto.

We had three meetings in a row to discuss the budget.

El presidente de la Junta de Andalucía visitará la ciudad.

The president of the Andalusian Regional Government (Board) will visit the city.

Singular vs. Plural

The singular 'junta' can refer to the permanent administrative body itself ('la junta de gobierno'), while the plural 'juntas' usually means multiple scheduled meetings.

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sesiones

seh-SYOH-nehs/seˈsjones/

nounA2formal or professional gatherings

Use 'sesiones' for scheduled meetings that are part of a longer process or activity, like classes, therapy, or sports.

A group of people sitting in a circle of colorful chairs, engaged in a focused group activity.

Examples

Las sesiones de yoga son los lunes.

The yoga sessions are on Mondays.

Hay tres sesiones para ver la película esta tarde.

There are three showtimes to see the movie this afternoon.

El psicólogo recomienda diez sesiones de terapia.

The psychologist recommends ten therapy sessions.

Where did the accent go?

The singular word 'sesión' has an accent mark on the 'o' to show where the stress is. In the plural 'sesiones', the stress stays on that same 'o', but because the word now ends in 's' and has an extra syllable, the accent mark is no longer needed according to Spanish spelling rules.

It is always feminine

Even though it ends in 'es', this word is feminine because it comes from 'la sesión'. You should always use 'las' with it: 'las sesiones'.

Sessions vs. Sections

Mistake: “Using 'secciones' when you mean 'sesiones'.”

Correction: Use 'secciones' for parts of a book or building; use 'sesiones' for periods of time or meetings.

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entrevistas

en-treh-VEES-tas/entɾeˈβistas/

nounA2formal or diplomatic context

Choose 'entrevistas' specifically when the 'meeting' is a formal interview, typically for a job or a journalistic piece.

Two separate scenes of people conducting formal meetings or conversations. In one scene, two people sit across a desk. In the second scene, a reporter holds a microphone interviewing a person.

Examples

Las entrevistas para el puesto son esta semana.

The interviews for the position are this week.

El periódico publicó varias entrevistas con el autor.

The newspaper published several interviews with the author.

Gender Reminder

Remember that 'entrevista' is a feminine word, so when it is plural ('entrevistas'), it takes feminine articles like 'las' or 'unas'.

Using the wrong article

Mistake: “Los entrevistas”

Correction: Las entrevistas (The noun is feminine).

See full entry for “entrevistas” →

Reuniones vs. Juntas

Learners often confuse 'reuniones' and 'juntas'. Remember that 'reuniones' is the general term for most business meetings, while 'juntas' implies a more specific, often official, gathering like a board meeting.

Related Translations

boards→consultations→conventions→councils→gatherings→interviews→jointly→sessions→

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