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How to Say "next" in Spanish

The most common Spanish word for “next” is “próximo” — use this when referring to something that follows in time or sequence, like the next day, week, or event.

próximoA1

Use this when referring to something that follows in time or sequence, like the next day, week, or event.

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siguiente🔊A1

Use this to indicate the immediate item in a series, order, or a sequence of events, often referring to physical location or steps.

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despuésA1

Use this to indicate what happens after a current action or event, focusing on temporal succession.

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continuaciónB1

Use this phrase ('a continuación') to introduce the very next item on a list, agenda, or to transition to the next speaker or topic.

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entrante🔊B1

Use this specifically when referring to the upcoming month or year.

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inmediato🔊B1

Use this to describe someone or something that is directly connected or closest in proximity, especially in a hierarchical or spatial sense.

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próximo

AdjectiveA1General
Use this when referring to something that follows in time or sequence, like the next day, week, or event.

Examples

¿Qué hacemos el próximo fin de semana?

What are we doing next weekend?

siguiente

see-GYEN-taysiˈɣjen.te

AdjectiveA1General
Use this to indicate the immediate item in a series, order, or a sequence of events, often referring to physical location or steps.
A small, friendly character standing on the second block of a sequence of four blocks, looking ahead to the third block, illustrating the concept of 'next' in a sequence.

Examples

La siguiente parada es el museo.

The next stop is the museum.

Nos vemos la semana siguiente.

See you next week.

Abra el libro en la página siguiente.

Open the book to the next page.

Where to Place 'Siguiente'

Unlike in English, siguiente almost always comes after the thing it describes. Think 'the page next' (la página siguiente) instead of 'the next page'.

One Form Fits All

siguiente is an easy adjective because it doesn't change for masculine or feminine. It's always siguiente. For example: el tren siguiente (the next train) and la estación siguiente (the next station).

Using 'Siguiente' vs. 'Próximo'

Mistake: “Voy a España la siguiente semana.”

Correction: Voy a España la próxima semana. Use `siguiente` for something immediately following in a sequence you're talking about now (e.g., 'the next stop'). Use `próximo` for something coming up in the future (e.g., 'next week', 'next year').

después

AdverbA1General
Use this to indicate what happens after a current action or event, focusing on temporal succession.

Examples

Primero cenamos y después vemos una película.

First we'll have dinner and then we'll watch a movie.

continuación

Noun (in fixed phrase)B1Formal/Presentation
Use this phrase ('a continuación') to introduce the very next item on a list, agenda, or to transition to the next speaker or topic.

Examples

A continuación, el presidente dará su discurso.

Next, the president will give his speech.

entrante

en-trahn-tehenˈtɾante

AdjectiveB1General
Use this specifically when referring to the upcoming month or year.
A person wearing a professional suit shaking hands while stepping into a bright new office.

Examples

Tengo mucho trabajo el mes entrante.

I have a lot of work next month.

El presidente entrante tomará posesión en enero.

The incoming president will take office in January.

La semana entrante sabremos los resultados.

We will know the results next week.

One Form for All

Since this word ends in -e, it doesn't change for men or women (or masculine and feminine objects). You say 'el mes entrante' and 'la semana entrante'.

Avoid 'Entranta'

Mistake: “Saying 'la semana entranta'.”

Correction: Adjectives ending in -e like 'entrante' are gender-neutral. Always use 'entrante' regardless of the noun's gender.

inmediato

een-meh-dee-AH-tohinmeˈðjato

AdjectiveB1Formal/Professional
Use this to describe someone or something that is directly connected or closest in proximity, especially in a hierarchical or spatial sense.
A simple drawing showing a large blue sphere connected directly to a small red cube by a short, straight green line, illustrating a direct relationship.

Examples

Mi superior inmediato me dio el permiso.

My direct supervisor gave me permission.

El impacto fue en la zona inmediata al cráter.

The impact was in the area next to the crater.

Ella es la heredera inmediata al trono.

She is the direct (closest) heir to the throne.

Placement

When 'inmediato' refers to physical proximity ('next house'), it usually follows the noun, just like most descriptive adjectives in Spanish.

Próximo vs. Siguiente

Learners often confuse 'próximo' and 'siguiente'. Use 'próximo' for future time (next week, next year) and 'siguiente' for the immediate item in a sequence or list (next stop, next person).

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