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How to Say ‘I think so, in the afternoon.’ in Spain Spanish

Creo que sí, por la tarde.

KRAY-oh keh see por lah TAR-deh

[KRAY-oh keh see por lah TAR-deh]

🇪🇸 In Spain: In Spain la tarde stretches from lunch until about 8 or 9pm, so it covers what English speakers would call early evening too.

Phrase Breakdown

Creo que sí,

KRAY-oh keh see

I think so,

An expression of mild certainty. Pause briefly after 'sí'.

Example

Creo que sí, mañana.

I think so, tomorrow.

Words in this phrase

Creo

[KRAY-oh]

I think / I believe

First person singular of creer, used to express an opinion or belief.

Example

Creo que el ambiente de trabajo aquí es muy cercano.

I think the work environment here is very friendly.

que

[keh]

that

A conjunction used to introduce a clause after verbs like creer, decir, or pensar.

Example

Pienso que la flexibilidad también forma parte de una buena cultura.

I think that flexibility is also part of a good culture.

sí

[see]

yes

Adverb meaning 'yes'; used to confirm or agree.

Example

Si te interesa la oferta, responde 'Sí' con confianza.

If the offer interests you, answer 'Yes' confidently.

por la tarde.

por lah TAR-deh

in the afternoon

'Por la tarde' means 'in the afternoon or evening'. Tap the 'r' in 'tarde': TAR-de.

Example

Trabajo por la tarde.

I work in the afternoon.

Words in this phrase

por

[por]

in (time of day)

Used with parts of the day: 'por la mañana/tarde/noche'.

Example

Trabajo por la mañana.

I work in the morning.

la

[lah]

the

A definite article used before a feminine singular noun.

Example

«La» gente en esa empresa parece amable.

The people in that company seem kind.

tarde

[TAR-deh]

afternoon

The part of the day after midday; often used in polite farewells.

Example

Tras intercambiar contactos, digo Que tengas una buena tarde.

After exchanging contacts, I say have a good afternoon.

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