Spanish Phrase
Es el 14 de febrero.
Meaning
This phrase is the standard way to state the date in Spanish, specifically referring to February 14th. It uses the verb 'ser' in the third person singular followed by the definite article 'el' and the specific date components.
When to use
Use this phrase when someone asks for the date or when you want to announce that it is Valentine's Day. It is suitable for both casual conversations and formal writing.
✦Grammar Breakdown
Esel14defebrero
Ser (Es)
The verb 'ser' is used for dates, time, and permanent characteristics.
The Article 'el'
In Spanish, you must use the masculine definite article 'el' before the number when stating a date.
Lowercase Months
Months like 'febrero' are common nouns and should not be capitalized.
🗨In Conversation
¿Sabes qué fecha es hoy?
Do you know what date it is today?
Es el 14 de febrero.
It is February 14th.
✕Common Mistakes
Es el 14 de Febrero.
In Spanish, months of the year are not capitalized unless they begin a sentence.
Es febrero 14.
Spanish date format always puts the day before the month, unlike the common American English format.
↔Alternatives
Hoy es 14 de febrero.
Today is February 14th.
Estamos a 14 de febrero.
We are at February 14th (common in Spain and Mexico).
Cultural Tip
February 14th is celebrated as 'Día del Amor y la Amistad' (Day of Love and Friendship) in many Spanish-speaking countries. Unlike the US where it is primarily romantic, in Latin America it is very common to exchange gifts or cards with close friends to celebrate 'la amistad'.