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“solstice” in Spanish

Spanish

Pronunciation

IPA/solsˈtiθjo/

Example

El solsticio ocurre dos veces al año.

The solstice happens twice a year.

Illustration for solsticio (solstice)

How to say “solstice” in Spanish

“Solstice” in Spanish is solsticio.

Sun at its most extreme arc, producing the year's longest day or longest night.

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

Example sentences with solsticio

El solsticio de verano es el día con más horas de luz.

The summer solstice is the day with the most hours of daylight.

Tips for using solsticio

  • In everyday Spanish 'solsticio' often sounds formal, so speakers commonly say 'el día más largo' or 'la noche más larga' instead.

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