pasar el rato /pasˈaɾelrˈato/ · verbo compuesto · CEFR B1. Spanish translation of "hang out".

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Translation and Meaning

  • Word: pasar el rato
  • Language: Spanish
  • Meaning: hang out
  • IPA: /pasˈaɾelrˈato/
  • CEFR Level: B1
  • Part of speech: verbo compuesto
  • Image:Photo of pasar el rato (Spanish)

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Example Sentences

  • Nos gusta pasar el rato en el parque los fines de semana. English: We like to hang out in the park on weekends.
  • ¿Quieres pasar el rato después de la escuela? English: Do you want to hang out after school?
  • Ellos pasan el rato juntos todos los viernes por la noche. English: They hang out together every Friday night.

When and How to Use "pasar el rato"

Use "pasar el rato" when you want to talk about "hang out" in Spanish. It functions as "verbo compuesto". Because it appears in B1 material, it is a practical word to practice early in your Spanish study. Use the example sentences above to notice common word order and nearby words.

Frequently asked questions

What does "pasar el rato" mean in Spanish?

"pasar el rato" is the Spanish word for "hang out".

What CEFR level is "pasar el rato"?

"pasar el rato" is tagged at CEFR B1 in SmartWords Spanish vocabulary content.

What part of speech is "pasar el rato"?

"pasar el rato" is tagged as a verbo compuesto in SmartWords.

Can you show "pasar el rato" in a sentence?

Nos gusta pasar el rato en el parque los fines de semana.

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