Tarde: late
Pronunciation: TAHR-deh (stress the capital letters)
Tarde means “late” in English.
Quick answer
- Meaning: late; afternoon
- How to say it: TAHR-deh
- Level: Beginner (A1)
What “tarde” means and how to use it
Tarde means “late” as an adverb and “afternoon” as a noun. “Buenas tardes” is the greeting for the afternoon.
Other translations: afternoon, late.
Examples with audio
- Llegué tarde al trabajo.I arrived late to work.
- Por la tarde estudio español.In the afternoon I study Spanish.
- Es muy tarde para llamar.It is too late to call.
Usage tip
Do not confuse tarde (late) with temprano (early). The noun “la tarde” is feminine, so it is “buenas tardes” in the plural greeting.
Frequently asked questions
How do you say “late” in Spanish?
“late” in Spanish is “tarde.” It is pronounced TAHR-deh, with the stress on the syllable in capital letters.
How do you pronounce “tarde”?
Say TAHR-deh. 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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