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"How much time" is a phrase which is often translated as "cuánto tiempo", and "how long" is a phrase which is often translated as "cuánto". Learn more about the difference between "how much time" and "how long" below.
how much time(
hau
muhch
taym
)A phrase is a group of words commonly used together (e.g., once upon a time).
1. (general)
how long(
hau
lang
)A phrase is a group of words commonly used together (e.g., once upon a time).
a. cuánto
Do you know how long we have to wait for the movie to begin?¿Sabes cuánto tenemos que esperar para que comience la película?
b. cuánto tiempo
How long is the movie?¿Cuánto tiempo dura la película?
I don't care how long you have to wait!¡No me importa cuánto tiempo tengas que esperar!
a. cuánto mide
How long is your surfboard?¿Cuánto mide tu tabla de surf?
You need to check how long the table is before you buy a tablecloth.Tienes que comprobar cuánto mide la mesa antes de comprar un mantel.
