How to Say ‘In a few minutes’ in Mexican Spanish
En unos minutos
en OO-nos mee-NOO-tos
[en OO-nos mee-NOO-tos]
💬 Usage Tip: This phrase is perfect for managing expectations about wait times.
🇲🇽 In Mexico: Patience is a virtue, often rewarded with delightful experiences in Mexican cafes.
Phrase Breakdown
En
[en]
In
Preposition for indicating time or location.
La orden estará lista en unos minutos.
The order will be ready in a few minutes.
unos
[OO-nos]
a few
Referring to a small number or amount.
La comida llegará en unos minutos.
The food will arrive in a few minutes.
minutos
[mee-NOO-tos]
minutes
Intervals of time.
Volveré en unos minutos.
I will return in a few minutes.
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