Adverb · A1 · Spanish glossary
Siempre: always
siempre
Pronunciation: SYEHM-preh (stress the capital letters)
Siempre means “always” in English.
Quick answer
- Meaning: always
- How to say it: SYEHM-preh
- Level: Beginner (A1)
What “siempre” means and how to use it
Siempre means “always.” It goes before the verb in most sentences.
Examples with audio
- Siempre desayuno a las siete.I always have breakfast at seven.
- Mi mamá siempre llega temprano.My mom always arrives early.
- Siempre hay algo que hacer.There is always something to do.
Usage tip
Siempre goes before the verb: siempre llego tarde.
Frequently asked questions
How do you say “always” in Spanish?
“always” in Spanish is “siempre.” It is pronounced SYEHM-preh, with the stress on the syllable in capital letters.
How do you pronounce “siempre”?
Say SYEHM-preh. 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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