Translation of Spanish word "la tarde" to English
la tarde
/la ˈtaɾ.ðe/
Meaning
NounThe part of the day from noon or lunchtime until sunset, evening, or suppertime or 6pm.
How to use
La tarde ('afternoon / evening') is feminine. Por la tarde — In the afternoon / in the evening.
🇬🇧 English
afternoon
Example
Caminamos por la tarde.
We walk in the afternoon.
Tengo una reunión esta tarde.
I have a meeting this afternoon.
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Common phrases
- por la tarde— in the afternoon
- buenas tardes— good afternoon
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What does the Spanish word "la tarde" mean?▼
The Spanish word "la tarde" means "afternoon" in English.
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Yes, here is a practical example: "Caminamos por la tarde." (which translates as "We walk in the afternoon.").
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