La semana
Example: La semana pasada fui al parque con mis amigos.
Definition
"La semana" refers to the period of seven consecutive days, typically used to measure time in calendars and schedules. It often starts on Monday and ends on Sunday, organizing daily activities and events within this span.
Etymology
The term "la semana" comes from the Latin word 'septimana,' which means 'seven days.' It reflects the division of time into seven-day cycles, a practice dating back to ancient civilizations that influenced the modern calendar.
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"La semana" appears in the Vocaplus list "Spanish - General - (A1) - set 4", containing 104 commonly used words.
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