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How to Say "rehearsal" in Spanish

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ensayo

en-SIGH-yo/enˈsaʝo/

nounA2performance practice
Use 'ensayo' when referring to a specific practice session for a play, concert, or other performance.
Three performers in casual clothing practicing a synchronized dance routine on a simple wooden stage.

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

nounA1general practice
Use 'práctica' for the general act of practicing a skill or activity, which can include performance but is not limited to it.

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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