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    Tardanza (en. Delay)

    /taɾˈðanθa/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishSpanish
    noun
    The delay in arrival or the execution of something.
    The tardiness of the train caused inconveniences for the passengers.
    La tardanza del tren causó inconvenientes a los pasajeros.
    The time it takes to complete an action.
    The tardiness in finishing the task was unacceptable.
    La tardanza en terminar la tarea fue inaceptable.
    The delay in the arrival of a summoned person.
    His tardiness to the meeting was a topic of discussion.
    Su tardanza a la reunión fue un tema de discusión.

    Etymology

    It comes from the Latin 'tardantia', which means 'tardiness' or 'delay'.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    there is no tardiness
    Indicates that there is no delay in the activity or event.
    no hay tardanza
    because of the tardiness
    Refers to the reason for a delay.
    por la tardanza
    without delay
    To do something immediately, without delays.
    sin tardanza

    Related Words

    to delay
    To take time in doing something.
    tardar
    late
    That occurs or arrives after what was expected.
    tardío
    tardily
    In a tardy manner.
    tardiamente

    Slang Meanings

    To endure tardiness
    It is typical to endure tardiness waiting for Juan.
    Es típico aguantar tardanza esperando a Juan.
    Chilean-style tardiness
    In some cultures, Chilean-style tardiness is normal.
    En algunas culturas, la tardanza a la chilena es algo normal.