Puntualidad (en. Punctuality)
/pun.t͡ʃu.a.li.dad/
Meaning & Definition
EnglishSpanish
noun
Property of what is punctual.
Punctuality is key to success at work.
La puntualidad es clave para el éxito en el trabajo.
Strict adherence to established schedules.
Punctuality in appointments is highly valued.
La puntualidad en las citas es muy valorada.
Etymology
It comes from the Latin 'punctualitas', which means 'exactness or precision in time'.
Common Phrases and Expressions
Arriving on time
It means to arrive at the scheduled time.
Llegar a tiempo
There's nothing like punctuality
Expression that emphasizes the importance of being punctual.
No hay nada como la puntualidad
Punctual like a clock
Description of someone who is always punctual.
Puntual como un reloj
Related Words
punctual
Refers to someone who arrives at the agreed time.
puntual
to punctuate
Adjusting times or activities to make them punctual.
punctualizar
opportunity
Quality of occurring at the right moment.
oportunidad
Slang Meanings
Being on time.
He is always punctual, arrives on time everywhere.
Siempre es puntual, llega a tiempo a todas partes.
Don't leave me waiting.
Punctuality is important so you don't leave me waiting.
La puntualidad es importante para que no me dejes esperando.