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ocasional means occasional — a common term in Essential Spanish. Learn how it's used in a real-world example.

📅 Published: October 22, 2025

📘 Essential Spanish

ocasional

adjective • /[oh-kah-see-OH-nal]/

occasional

Example:

Consumo café solo de forma ocasional.

I drink coffee only occasionally.

🧠 What does ocasional mean?

Ocasional is a Spanish adjective that means happening or appearing irregularly, infrequently, or now and then. It describes something that isn't regular or planned but occurs from time to time. It's very similar to its English equivalent, 'occasional'.

📚 Extra examples

  • Tengo un dolor de cabeza ocasional.
    I have an occasional headache.
  • Hacemos viajes ocasionales a la playa.
    We take occasional trips to the beach.
  • Ella trabaja como niñera ocasional.
    She works as an occasional babysitter.
  • Es un fumador ocasional.
    He is an occasional smoker.
  • Las lluvias ocasionales han mantenido el campo verde.
    The occasional rains have kept the countryside green.

💡 Did You Know?

While 'ocasional' and 'a veces' both relate to frequency, 'ocasional' describes something happening at irregular intervals, whereas 'a veces' simply means 'sometimes'.

🔁 Synonyms & opposites of "ocasional"

Synonyms: esporádico, infrecuente, a veces
Opposites: frecuente, regular, habitual

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❓ FAQ

How do you say 'occasional' in Spanish?
The Spanish word for 'occasional' is 'ocasional'.
How do you pronounce 'ocasional' in Spanish?
It's pronounced oh-kah-see-oh-NAHL, with the stress on the last syllable.
How do you use 'ocasional' in a sentence?
You can use 'ocasional' just like you would in English, before a noun: 'Un trabajador ocasional' (An occasional worker). Remember to match the gender and number of the noun it modifies.
What is the English translation of 'ocasional'?
The English translation of 'ocasional' is 'occasional'.
Does 'ocasional' change for gender or number?
Yes, 'ocasional' changes to agree with the noun it modifies. For example, 'ocasional' (masculine singular), 'ocasionales' (masculine or feminine plural), 'ocasional' (feminine singular).
Is 'ocasional' common in everyday Spanish?
Yes, 'ocasional' is a common word used in everyday Spanish conversations.
Does 'ocasional' have slang or double meanings?
No, 'ocasional' doesn't have any slang or double meanings. It's a straightforward word.
Is 'ocasional' used differently in Spain vs Latin America?
No, 'ocasional' is used the same way in Spain and Latin America with the same meaning.

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