Tardé (en. Late)

[tar-'de]

Meaning & Definition

EnglishSpanish
noun
The part of the day that lasts from noon until night.
In the afternoon, I usually go to the park to walk.
En la tarde, suelo ir al parque a caminar.
Time after noon.
The meeting was scheduled for the afternoon.
La reunión se programó para la tarde.

Etymology

From Latin 'tardus', meaning slow or late.

Common Phrases and Expressions

Sunday afternoon
It refers to a quiet afternoon, often associated with rest.
tarde de domingo
coffee afternoon
A relaxed moment to enjoy coffee in the afternoon.
tarde de café
boring afternoon
An afternoon without interesting or entertaining activities.
tarde aburrida

Related Words

late
That arrives or happens after the expected time.
tardío
lateness
Delay or hold-up in the arrival or start of something.
tardanza
to take time
To delay in performing an action.
tardar

Slang Meanings

Comfortable period to rest.
After a long workday, sunset is my favorite afternoon.
Después de un largo día de trabajo, el atardecer es mi tarde favorita.
Quiet afternoon.
An afternoon of laziness and relaxation.
Una tarde de pereza y relax.