a tiempo parcial /atjˈempopaɾθjˈal/ · adjective · CEFR B1. Spanish translation of "part time".

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Translation and Meaning

  • Word: a tiempo parcial
  • Language: Spanish
  • Meaning: part time
  • IPA: /atjˈempopaɾθjˈal/
  • CEFR Level: B1
  • Part of speech: adjective
  • Image:Photo of a tiempo parcial (Spanish)

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Example Sentences

  • Ella trabaja a tiempo parcial en la librería. English: She works part-time at the bookstore.
  • Estoy buscando un trabajo a tiempo parcial. English: I'm looking for a part-time job.
  • Él estudia a tiempo parcial mientras trabaja. English: He studies part-time while he works.

When and How to Use "a tiempo parcial"

Use "a tiempo parcial" when you want to talk about "part time" in Spanish. It functions as "adjective". 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 "a tiempo parcial" mean in Spanish?

"a tiempo parcial" is the Spanish word for "part time".

What CEFR level is "a tiempo parcial"?

"a tiempo parcial" is tagged at CEFR B1 in SmartWords Spanish vocabulary content.

What part of speech is "a tiempo parcial"?

"a tiempo parcial" is tagged as a adjective in SmartWords.

Can you show "a tiempo parcial" in a sentence?

Ella trabaja a tiempo parcial en la librería.

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