Spanish vocabulary · Beginner
Concert in Spanish: Concierto
Concierto · noun · kohn-see-EHR-toh
Concierto is the Spanish word for concert, a live musical performance given by one or more musicians before an audience.
kohn-see-EHR-toh
El concierto empieza a las nueve de la noche.
The concert starts at nine at night.
Concert in Spanish: Quick Reference
Below are the most common Spanish words for concert, with pronunciation and regional usage notes.
| Spanish | English | Pronunciation | Region / Register |
|---|---|---|---|
| concierto | concert | kohn-see-EHR-toh | Default, widely understood |
| recital | concert | smaller, more intimate musical performance | |
| show en vivo | concert | live show, informal anglicism |
How Native Speakers Use Concierto
Real example sentences across three contexts you'll actually run into.
Buying tickets
Las entradas para el concierto se agotaron en minutos.
The tickets for the concert sold out in minutes.
Describing high demand for a popular event.
Classical music
Fuimos a un concierto de música clásica en el teatro municipal.
We went to a classical music concert at the municipal theater.
Recounting a cultural outing.
Plans with friends
¿Quieres ir al concierto de rock el próximo sábado?
Do you want to go to the rock concert next Saturday?
Inviting a friend to a live event.
Avoid These Mistakes When Using Concierto
Misspelling as concerto
Incorrect: Vamos al concerto esta noche.
Correct: Vamos al concierto esta noche.
The Spanish spelling is concierto with an i before the e; concerto is the Italian/English musical term and not used in Spanish.
Using concierto for a band practice
Incorrect: Tenemos concierto en el garaje el domingo.
Correct: Tenemos ensayo en el garaje el domingo.
Concierto means a public performance; a band practice or rehearsal is ensayo in Spanish.
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Common Questions About Concert in Spanish
- How do you say 'concert' in Spanish?
- The word is concierto, used for all types of live musical performances from classical orchestras to rock bands across every Spanish-speaking country.
- What is a recital in Spanish?
- A recital refers to a smaller, more intimate musical performance, often featuring a solo artist or a small ensemble, and is used the same way in Spanish as in English.
- How do you say 'concert hall' in Spanish?
- A concert hall is called sala de conciertos or auditorio, depending on the venue — sala de conciertos is the most direct and commonly used translation.