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"La hora" is a form of "hora", a noun which is often translated as "hour". "En punto" is a phrase which is often translated as "sharp". Learn more about the difference between "la hora" and "en punto" below.
la hora()
A feminine noun is almost always used with feminine articles and adjectives (e.g., la mujer bonita, la luna llena).
feminine noun
a. hour
La clase dura exactamente una hora.The class lasts exactly one hour.
a. time
¿Qué hora es?What time is it?
a. time
Es hora de que se reúnan y tomen una decisión.It is time for them to meet and make a decision.
a. period
Tenemos una hora libre después de matemáticas.We have a free period after math class.
a. appointment
Mañana tengo hora con el podólogo.I have an appointment with the podiatrist tomorrow.
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en punto()
A phrase is a group of words commonly used together (e.g., once upon a time).
phrase
a. sharp
El concierto comenzará a las nueve en punto.The concert will begin at nine o'clock sharp.
b. on the dot
¿Qué hora es? - Son las diez y media en punto.What time is it? - It's ten thirty on the dot.
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