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

📅 Published: September 19, 2025

📘 Essential Spanish

todavía

adverb • /[toh-dah-VEE-ah]/

still

Example:

Todavía no hemos recibido noticias.

We still haven’t received news.

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🧠 What does todavía mean?

The Spanish word 'todavía' is a versatile adverb that generally translates to 'still' in English. It indicates that an action or state continues to happen or exist up to the present moment. It can express surprise, patience, impatience, or simply state a fact depending on the context.

📚 Extra examples

  • Todavía estoy aprendiendo español.
    I am still learning Spanish.
  • ¿Todavía estás aquí?
    Are you still here?
  • No he terminado todavía.
    I haven't finished yet.
  • Todavía no me creo que haya ganado la lotería.
    I still can't believe I won the lottery.
  • ¡Todavía tengo hambre!
    I'm still hungry!

❓ FAQ

How do you say 'still' in Spanish?
The most common way to say 'still' in Spanish is 'todavía'.
How do you pronounce 'todavía' in Spanish?
It's pronounced toh-dah-VEE-ah, with the stress on the third syllable.
How do you use 'todavía' in a sentence?
'Todavía' usually goes before the verb, but it can also go at the beginning or end of a sentence for emphasis. For example, 'Todavía estoy trabajando' (I'm still working), 'Estoy trabajando todavía' (I'm still working), or 'No he llegado todavía' (I haven't arrived yet).
What is the English translation of 'todavía'?
The most common English translation is 'still'. It can also mean 'yet' in negative sentences.
Does 'todavía' change for gender or number?
No, 'todavía' is an adverb and does not change its form.
Is 'todavía' common in everyday Spanish?
Yes, 'todavía' is a very common word used in everyday conversations.
Does 'todavía' have slang or double meanings?
While 'todavía' doesn't have any direct slang meanings, its meaning can subtly shift based on context and tone. It can express impatience like 'still?' in English.
Is 'todavía' used differently in Spain vs Latin America?
The usage and meaning of 'todavía' are generally consistent across Spain and Latin America.

🔁 Synonyms & opposites of "todavía"

Synonyms: aún
Opposites: ya no

💡 Did You Know?

Although 'aún' is a synonym, 'todavía' is generally more common and widely used throughout the Spanish-speaking world.

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