How to Say "rehearsal" in Spanish
The most common Spanish word for “rehearsal” is “ensayo” — use 'ensayo' when referring to a specific practice session for a play, concert, or other performance.
en-SIGH-yoenˈsaʝo
Examples
Tuvimos el último ensayo de la obra anoche.
We had the final rehearsal for the play last night.
Los científicos están haciendo un ensayo clínico con el nuevo medicamento.
The scientists are running a clinical trial with the new medication.
El equipo de fútbol tiene un ensayo a las cinco para practicar los penaltis.
The soccer team has a practice at five to practice the penalties.
Common Verb Partner
You will most often see 'ensayo' used with the verb 'hacer' (to do/make) when referring to a practice run: 'hacer un ensayo' means 'to run a trial' or 'to hold a rehearsal'.
práctica
Examples
Necesitas mucha práctica para hablar fluidamente.
You need a lot of practice to speak fluently.
Ensayo vs. Práctica for Performances
Learners often confuse 'ensayo' and 'práctica' when talking about performance preparation. Remember that 'ensayo' is the specific term for a *rehearsal session* (like a band practicing before a concert), while 'práctica' is the more general noun for the *act of practicing* any skill.
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