Spanish Conversation · Level 43
73 words
Spanish word
sesión
Pronunciation
IPA/seˈsjon/
Meaning
- feminine nounmeeting
Example
¿A qué hora empieza la sesión de la tarde?
What time does the afternoon meeting start?
More examples
La sesión de trabajo duró dos horas.
The work session lasted two hours.
Core concept
One sitting within a fixed time when people gather to address a matter, learn, or watch a work.
Common phrases
sesión de trabajo
work session
sesión informativa
info session
sesión de cine
movie screening
Similar words
reunión: Planned meeting of several people to discuss matters or coordinate actions.
cita: Fixed appointment to see a particular person at an agreed time.
encuentro: Event where people meet and engage, usually to exchange ideas or socialize.
función: Scheduled show or performance of a theatrical or cinematic work.
Definition in Spanish
Actividad única celebrada dentro de un periodo fijado en la que participan varias personas para tratar un asunto, aprender o ver una obra.
Word origin
Derived from Latin sessio via Old Spanish, with sessio from sedēre 'to sit', sesión denotes one sitting used for meetings, screenings, lectures, or therapy sessions.
Usage tips
- Sesión tends to imply a scheduled or formal sitting, reunión often feels more informal, and cita is used for personal appointments.