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

📅 Published: October 15, 2025

📘 Essential Spanish

próximo

adjective • /[PROX-ee-moh]/

next

Example:

El próximo autobús llega en cinco minutos.

The next bus arrives in five minutes.

🧠 What does próximo mean?

Próximo is a very useful Spanish adjective that generally translates to "next" in English. It refers to something that is coming up soon or is the nearest in a sequence. It can refer to time, like the next week or the next month, or to location, like the next town or the next exit. It carries a sense of immediacy.

📚 Extra examples

  • El próximo tren sale a las tres.
    The next train leaves at three.
  • Nos vemos el próximo lunes.
    See you next Monday.
  • La próxima vez, te toca a ti.
    Next time, it's your turn.
  • La próxima salida es a la derecha.
    The next exit is on the right.
  • Mi próximo proyecto es aprender a tocar la guitarra.
    My next project is learning to play the guitar.

💡 Did You Know?

While 'siguiente' is another word for 'next', 'próximo' carries a stronger sense of immediacy, emphasizing that something is coming up soon.

🔁 Synonyms & opposites of "próximo"

Synonyms: siguiente, venidero
Opposites: anterior, pasado

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❓ FAQ

How do you say 'next' in Spanish?
The most common way to say 'next' in Spanish is 'próximo'.
How do you pronounce 'próximo' in Spanish?
It's pronounced 'PROKS-ee-moh'. The 'x' sounds like the English 'ks'.
How do you use 'próximo' in a sentence?
You can use 'próximo' before a noun, just like in English. For example, 'el próximo año' (the next year) or 'la próxima semana' (next week).
What is the English translation of 'próximo'?
The most common translation is 'next'.
Does 'próximo' change for gender or number?
Yes, it does. It agrees with the noun it modifies. So you'll see 'próximo,' 'próxima,' 'próximos,' and 'próximas' depending on the gender (masculine or feminine) and number (singular or plural) of the noun.
Is 'próximo' common in everyday Spanish?
Yes, it's a very common and useful word.
Does 'próximo' have slang or double meanings?
Not really. It has a pretty straightforward meaning.
Is 'próximo' used differently in Spain vs Latin America?
No, its meaning and usage are generally consistent across both Spain and Latin America.

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