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"In the afternoon" is a phrase which is often translated as "por la tarde", and "in the morning" is a phrase which is often translated as "por la mañana". Learn more about the difference between "in the afternoon" and "in the morning" below.
in the afternoon(
ihn
thuh
ahf
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tuhr
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nun
)A phrase is a group of words commonly used together (e.g., once upon a time).
b. de la tarde
I have an appointment at four in the afternoon.Tengo una cita a las cuatro de la tarde.
in the morning(
ihn
thuh
mor
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nihng
)A phrase is a group of words commonly used together (e.g., once upon a time).
a. por la mañana
I wake up early in the morning to exercise.Me levanto temprano por la mañana para hacer ejercicio.
a. de la mañana
Who in the world is calling at six in the morning?¿A quién se le ocurre llamar a las seis de la mañana?