How to Say ‘There are roadworks’ in Spain Spanish
Hay obras
eye OH-brahs
[eye OH-brahs]
💬 Usage Tip: Obras means construction or roadworks, not "works" in the general sense. You'll see it on signs all over Spanish cities.
Phrase Breakdown
Hay
[eye]
there is / there are
A form of haber used to say that something or someone exists.
«Hay» alguien disponible para orientar a los nuevos.
There is someone available to guide new people.
obras
[OH-brahs]
roadworks
'Obras' means construction works on roads or buildings.
Hay obras en mi calle.
There are roadworks on my street.
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