Adverb · A1 · Spanish glossary
Casi: almost
casi
Pronunciation: KAH-see (stress the capital letters)
Casi means “almost” in English.
Quick answer
- Meaning: almost
- How to say it: KAH-see
- Level: Beginner (A1)
What “casi” means and how to use it
Casi means “almost” or “nearly.” It goes before the word it modifies.
Examples with audio
- Casi llego tarde.I almost arrived late.
- Son casi las ocho.It is almost eight.
- Casi todos mis amigos viven aquí.Almost all my friends live here.
Usage tip
“Casi nunca” means “almost never,” and “casi siempre” means “almost always.” “Casi casi” makes it even closer.
Frequently asked questions
How do you say “almost” in Spanish?
“almost” in Spanish is “casi.” It is pronounced KAH-see, with the stress on the syllable in capital letters.
How do you pronounce “casi”?
Say KAH-see. The syllable in capital letters gets the stress. Press the speaker button at the top of this page to hear it.
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