Adverb · A1 · Spanish glossary
Temprano: early
temprano
Pronunciation: tehm-PRAH-noh (stress the capital letters)
Temprano means “early” in English.
Quick answer
- Meaning: early
- How to say it: tehm-PRAH-noh
- Level: Beginner (A1)
What “temprano” means and how to use it
Temprano means “early.” It is the opposite of “tarde.”
Examples with audio
- Me levanto temprano.I get up early.
- Llegué temprano a la reunión.I arrived early for the meeting.
- Es muy temprano para cenar.It is too early for dinner.
Usage tip
Temprano is an adverb and also an adjective in some regions (una hora temprana). For “early” before an event, you can also say “con tiempo.”
Frequently asked questions
How do you say “early” in Spanish?
“early” in Spanish is “temprano.” It is pronounced tehm-PRAH-noh, with the stress on the syllable in capital letters.
How do you pronounce “temprano”?
Say tehm-PRAH-noh. 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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