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tiempo means time / weather — a common term in Essential Spanish. Learn how it's used in a real-world example.

📅 Published: July 7, 2025

📘 Essential Spanish

tiempo

noun • /[TYEM-po]/

time / weather

Example:

¿Qué tiempo hará mañana en la ciudad?

What will the weather be like tomorrow in the city?

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🧠 What does tiempo mean?

Tiempo is a very common Spanish word with two main meanings: 'time' and 'weather.' It's essential to understand the context to know which meaning is being used. Think of it as a two-sided coin, one side being the abstract concept of time, and the other representing the atmospheric conditions.

📚 Extra examples

  • ¿Qué tiempo hace?
    What's the weather like?
  • No tengo tiempo.
    I don't have time.
  • Hace buen tiempo.
    The weather is good.
  • Pasé mucho tiempo allí.
    I spent a lot of time there.
  • ¿Cuánto tiempo necesitas?
    How much time do you need?
  • El tiempo vuela.
    Time flies.

❓ FAQ

How do you say 'time / weather' in Spanish?
The word for both 'time' and 'weather' in Spanish is 'tiempo.'
How do you pronounce 'tiempo' in Spanish?
It's pronounced 'tee-EM-poh,' with the emphasis on the second syllable.
How do you use 'tiempo' in a sentence?
You can use it in many ways! For weather: '¿Qué tiempo hace?' (What's the weather like?). For time: 'No tengo tiempo' (I don't have time).
What is the English translation of 'tiempo'?
It translates to either 'time' or 'weather,' depending on the context.
Does 'tiempo' change for gender or number?
No, 'tiempo' is a masculine singular noun and doesn't change its form for plurals or feminine contexts.
Is 'tiempo' common in everyday Spanish?
Yes, 'tiempo' is incredibly common. You'll hear and use it frequently!
Does 'tiempo' have slang or double meanings?
While its primary meanings are 'time' and 'weather,' some expressions use 'tiempo' figuratively, like 'a tiempo' (on time) or 'dar tiempo al tiempo' (give it time, let things run their course).
Is 'tiempo' used differently in Spain vs Latin America?
The core meanings remain the same throughout the Spanish-speaking world. There might be slight variations in regional expressions or slang related to the weather, but the basic understanding of 'tiempo' as time or weather is universal.

🔁 Synonyms & opposites of "tiempo"

Synonyms: hora, clima, temporada, época

💡 Did You Know?

The dual meaning of 'tiempo' comes from its Latin root 'tempus,' which also encompassed both time and weather.

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