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"Perdón" is a noun which is often translated as "forgiveness", and "¿Qué hora es?" is a phrase which is often translated as "What time is it?". Learn more about the difference between "perdón" and "¿Qué hora es?" below.
el perdón, perdón(
pehr
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dohn
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A masculine noun is used with masculine articles and adjectives (e.g., el hombre guapo, el sol amarillo).
masculine noun
a. forgiveness
Solo Dios puede darte el perdón que buscas.Only God can grant the forgiveness you seek.
b. pardon (law)
El gobernador le extendió el perdón al prisionero.The governor granted the inmate a pardon.
An interjection is a short utterance that expresses emotion, hesitation, or protest (e.g., Wow!).
interjection
a. excuse me
Perdón, ¿me puede dar la hora?Excuse me, do you have the time?
b. pardon me
Perdón, no te oigo con la música.Pardon me, I can't hear you over the music.
c. sorry
¡Perdón! No fue mi intención pisarte el pie.Sorry! I didn't mean to step on your foot.
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¿Qué hora es?(
keh
 
oh
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rah
 
ehs
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A phrase is a group of words commonly used together (e.g., once upon a time).
phrase
a. What time is it?
¿Qué hora es en Madrid?What time is it in Madrid?
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