Basic time: Time

💬 Sounds like 'oi' in English, but with an 'h' in front.

🇲🇽 Mexicans often live in the moment, so 'hoy' is a word you'll hear a lot.

💬 Can mean both 'tomorrow' and 'morning' depending on context.

🇲🇽 In Mexico, plans for 'mañana' might not be as fixed as they seem - flexibility is key!

💬 Literally 'past tomorrow', a logical way to remember it.

🇲🇽 Planning this far ahead can sometimes be seen as too optimistic!

💬 Sounds like 'A year', but it's just one day ago.

🇲🇽 Reflecting on 'ayer' with family or friends often involves sharing stories or lessons.

💬 The 'h' is silent in Spanish, so it's pronounced like 'ora'.

🇲🇽 Punctuality varies across regions. In some places, arriving a bit late is okay.

💬 Sounds similar to 'minute' in English.

🇲🇽 Time can seem more fluid, especially in social settings. A 'minuto' might feel longer!

💬 Not to be confused with 'segundo' as in 'second' place.

🇲🇽 In informal settings, 'un segundo' can indicate 'just a moment' rather than a literal second.

💬 Soft 'ch' sound like in 'chocolate'.

🇲🇽 'Noche' time in Mexico often includes vibrant social life, from music to food.

💬 Pronounced as 'tar-deh', ih with emphasis on the first syllable.

🇲🇽 'Tarde' is often when families gather for lunch, the main meal of the day.