A guide to saying it like a local
How to Say "What time" in Spanish
Ask for the current time in Spanish with this essential polite phrase. Perfect for any situation.
¿Qué hora es?
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Use this when you need to know the exact time, perhaps when meeting someone or checking if you're running late. It's a standard way to inquire about the hour.
Alternatives
- ¿Qué horas son?Less common, but sometimes heard.
- ¿Tiene(s) hora?More casual, often used when asking a friend.
Ways to get it wrong
Forgetting the question marks
Spanish questions require an inverted question mark at the beginning.
Using 'cuánto' instead of 'qué'
'Qué' is used for asking 'what' in this context, not 'cuánto' (how much).
A small cultural note
In many Spanish-speaking countries, people are often more relaxed about punctuality than in some English-speaking cultures, but knowing the time is still important for practical reasons.
Frequently asked
how to ask what time it is in spanish
The most common way is to ask '¿Qué hora es?'. This directly translates to 'What hour is it?'.
is que hora es formal or informal
It's a neutral phrase, suitable for most situations. You can use it with strangers, friends, or in more formal settings.
what is the difference between que hora es and que horas son
'¿Qué hora es?' is the standard and most widely accepted form. While '¿Qué horas son?' is sometimes heard, it's less common and might sound slightly off to some speakers.
How do you say "at what time" in Spanish?
To ask "at what time" in Spanish, you would say "¿A qué hora?".
How do you say "what time" in Spanish slang?
There isn't a widely recognized slang term for "what time" that differs significantly from the standard phrase.
How do you say "OK what time" in Spanish?
You can say "OK, ¿a qué hora?" which translates to "OK, at what time?".
How to ask what time in Spanish?
The most common way to ask "what time is it?" in Spanish is "¿Qué hora es?".
