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"Tarde" is a form of "tarde", an adverb which is often translated as "late". "Me tengo que ir" is a phrase which is often translated as "I have to go". Learn more about the difference between "me tengo que ir" and "tarde" below.
me tengo que ir(
meh
tehng
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)A phrase is a group of words commonly used together (e.g., once upon a time).
1. (general)
a. I have to go
Me tengo que ir. - ¿Tan pronto? Quédate un poco más, por favor.I have to go. - So soon? Please stay a little longer.
d. I must leave
Me tengo que ir de la casa antes del 31 de enero.I must leave the house before January 31st.
tarde, la tarde(
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)An adverb is a word that describes a verb, an adjective, or other adverbs (e.g., to run quickly, very tired).
A feminine noun is almost always used with feminine articles and adjectives (e.g., la mujer bonita, la luna llena).
a. afternoon (from noon until sunset)
Esta tarde me voy de compras con mis amigas.I'm going shopping with my friends this afternoon.
b. evening (around sunset)
Te veré esta tarde después del trabajo.I'll see you this evening after work.
