buenas tardes
/ˈbwenas ˈtaɾðes/phrase★Beginner
formalinformal
A polite greeting used in the afternoon or early evening.
Buenas tardes, señor. ¿En qué puedo ayudarle?
Good afternoon, sir. How can I help you?
Dijo 'buenas tardes' al entrar en la oficina.
He said 'good afternoon' as he entered the office.
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Used from approximately 12:00 PM to sunset, depending on the region.
Collocations
buenas tardesgood afternoon
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Related Phrases
buenos díasphrase
good morning
buenas nochesphrase
good evening/night
💡Pro Tip
Regional Variations
In some countries, 'buenas tardes' may be used from midday until late evening.
📖Word Origin
From 'buenas' (feminine plural of 'bueno', meaning 'good') and 'tardes' (meaning 'afternoons').
📝Usage Notes
In some Spanish-speaking countries, 'buenas tardes' may be used earlier or later depending on local customs.
Word Breakdown
buenas
good (feminine plural)
adjectivetardes
afternoons
nounDiccionario Español-Inglés