Temprano (en. Early)
/temˈpɾano/
Meaning & Definition
EnglishSpanish
adjective
It refers to something that occurs before the usual time.
I like to wake up early to take advantage of the day.
Me gusta despertarme temprano para aprovechar el día.
It is used to describe something that appears or presents itself earlier than expected.
Summer arrived early this year.
El verano llegó temprano este año.
It applies in situations where an intervention is made at a time earlier than necessary.
An early diagnosis can improve treatment options.
Un diagnóstico temprano puede mejorar las opciones de tratamiento.
Etymology
From Latin 'tempranus', which means 'early' or 'in good time'.
Common Phrases and Expressions
early and late
It refers to things that should be done at the right moment.
temprano y tarde
early in the morning
It indicates that something happens at the beginning of the day.
temprano en la mañana
to arrive early
It means to arrive at a place before the established time.
llegar temprano
Related Words
late
That happens afterwards or after the expected time.
tarde
punctual
That arrives or is done at the established time.
puntual
Slang Meanings
To be awake earlier than usual.
Today I got up at five; I'm in early mode.
Hoy me levanté a las cinco, estoy en modo temprano.
Referring to someone who is an early riser.
This guy is always the early one in the group.
Este chico siempre es el temprano del grupo.