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“event” in Spanish

Spanish

Alsosuceso · acontecimiento

Pronunciation

IPA/eˈβento/

Example

Ayer ocurrió un evento extraño.

Yesterday a strange event happened.

Illustration for evento (event)

How to say “event” in Spanish

“Event” in Spanish is evento.

A happening at a specific time, whether an unexpected occurrence or a planned gathering.

Full entry for evento: usage tips, similar words and word origin

Example sentences with evento

El evento fue cancelado por la lluvia.

The event was canceled due to rain.

Tips for using evento

  • Evento tends to sound more formal; speakers often use ocurrir or pasar for everyday happenings and words like fiesta or concierto for particular gatherings.

Other Spanish words for “event”

El suceso fue inesperado para todos.

The event was unexpected for everyone.

El acontecimiento cambió mi vida.

The event changed my life.

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