Adverb · A1 · Spanish glossary
Cerca: near, close
cerca
Pronunciation: SEHR-kah (stress the capital letters)
Cerca means “near, close” in English.
Quick answer
- Meaning: near, close
- How to say it: SEHR-kah
- Level: Beginner (A1)
What “cerca” means and how to use it
Cerca means “near” or “close.” With “de” it means “near” a place.
Examples with audio
- Vivo cerca del trabajo.I live near work.
- ¿Hay un banco cerca?Is there a bank nearby?
- El hotel está muy cerca de la playa.The hotel is very close to the beach.
Usage tip
Use “cerca de” plus a noun: cerca de la plaza. Without “de,” it stands alone: está cerca.
Frequently asked questions
How do you say “near, close” in Spanish?
“near, close” in Spanish is “cerca.” It is pronounced SEHR-kah, with the stress on the syllable in capital letters.
How do you pronounce “cerca”?
Say SEHR-kah. 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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