Today in Spanish
The Spanish word for 'today' is 'hoy', pronounced OY (IPA: /oi/). It is an A1-level adverb, so its form never changes.
Pronunciation: OY
| Spanish | hoy |
|---|---|
| Pronunciation | OY · /oi/ |
| Part of speech | adverb |
| Level | A1 (beginner-friendly) |
Example Sentences with 'hoy'
- Hoy es martes.
Today is Tuesday. - ¿Qué quieres hacer hoy?
What do you want to do today? - Hoy hace mucho calor en la ciudad.
Today it is very hot in the city. - Hoy es un día especial para mí porque celebro diez años trabajando en la misma empresa.
Today is a special day for me because I am celebrating ten years working at the same company.
Common Phrases with 'hoy'
- hoy en día
nowadays - hoy mismo
this very day / today without fail - de hoy en adelante
from today on
How to Use 'hoy'
Hoy is an adverb, so it never changes form and never takes an article — just hoy, not 'el hoy'. The h is silent: it sounds exactly like 'oy'. Hoy en día means 'nowadays', not 'today's day'.
Regional note: In Mexico and Central America you will often hear hoy día or el día de hoy as slightly formal ways to say 'today'.
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Frequently Asked Questions
How do you say 'today' in Spanish?
'Today' in Spanish is 'hoy', pronounced OY.
How do you spell 'hoy'?
It is spelled h-o-y.
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