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"Ratos" is a form of "rato", a noun which is often translated as "while". "Pasatiempo" is a noun which is often translated as "hobby". Learn more about the difference between "pasatiempo" and "ratos" below.
el pasatiempo(
pah
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sah
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tyehm
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poh
)A masculine noun is used with masculine articles and adjectives (e.g., el hombre guapo, el sol amarillo).
a. pastime
Necesito encontrar un nuevo pasatiempo ahora que tengo las tardes libres.I need to find a new pastime now that I have evenings free.
los pasatiempos
A plural noun indicates that there is more than one person, place, thing, or idea.
a. puzzles
Prefiero resolver pasatiempos en línea porque es más fácil rectificar.I prefer to solve puzzles online because they're easier to correct.
el rato(
rrah
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toh
)A masculine noun is used with masculine articles and adjectives (e.g., el hombre guapo, el sol amarillo).
2. (experience)
a. time
¿Pasaste un buen rato con tus amigos de la universidad?Did you have good time with your friends from college?
