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eterna means eternal — a common term in Beautiful Spanish. Learn how it's used in a real-world example.

📅 Published: October 17, 2025

✨ Beautiful Spanish

eterna

adjective • /[eh-TER-nah]/

eternal

Example:

La paz eterna habitaba aquel rincón secreto.

Eternal peace dwelled in that secret corner.

🧠 What does eterna mean?

Eterna is a Spanish adjective that means "eternal" in English. It describes something that lasts forever, without beginning or end. It can refer to abstract concepts like love, life, or truth, or more tangible things that seem endless, like a vast ocean or a seemingly never-ending journey.

📚 Extra examples

  • Su amor era eterno.
    Their love was eternal.
  • La búsqueda de la verdad es una eterna aventura.
    The search for truth is an eternal adventure.
  • Las estrellas parecen eternas.
    The stars seem eternal.
  • Me hizo una eterna promesa.
    They made me an eternal promise.
  • El problema de tráfico en esta ciudad es eterno.
    The traffic problem in this city is eternal (seemingly never-ending).

💡 Did You Know?

The word 'eterna' comes from the Latin word 'aeternus', which also means 'eternal'. Many languages share similar roots for this concept, reflecting its universal importance.

🔁 Synonyms & opposites of "eterna"

Synonyms: inmortal, perpetuo, infinito
Opposites: temporal, finito, transitorio

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❓ FAQ

How do you say 'eternal' in Spanish?
The Spanish word for 'eternal' is 'eterna' (feminine) or 'eterno' (masculine).
How do you pronounce 'eterna' in Spanish?
It's pronounced eh-TEHR-nah, with the stress on the second syllable.
How do you use 'eterna' in a sentence?
You can use 'eterna' to describe feminine nouns, for example: 'La llama eterna' (The eternal flame). Remember to change it to 'eterno' for masculine nouns.
What is the English translation of 'eterna'?
'Eterna' translates to 'eternal' in English.
Does 'eterna' change for gender and number?
Yes, 'eterna' is the feminine singular form. It changes to 'eterno' for masculine singular, 'eternos' for masculine plural, and 'eternas' for feminine plural.
Is 'eterna' common in everyday Spanish?
While not overly common in everyday conversation, 'eterna' is frequently used in literature, poetry, and formal contexts.
Does 'eterna' have slang or double meanings?
No, 'eterna' doesn't have any slang or double meanings. It maintains its core meaning of 'eternal'.
Is 'eterna' used differently in Spain vs Latin America?
No, the meaning and usage of 'eterna' are consistent across Spain and Latin America.

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