a short time

a short time(
ey
 
short
 
taym
)
A phrase is a group of words commonly used together (e.g., once upon a time).
phrase
a. poco tiempo
Although we were in Rome for a short time, we loved it.Aunque estuvimos en Roma por poco tiempo, nos encantó.
b. corto tiempo
It's amazing that they built the fortress in such a short time.Es increíble que hayan construido la fortaleza en tan corto tiempo.
Copyright © 2025 Dictionary Media Group, Inc.
Examples
Machine Translators
Translate a short time using machine translators
Why use the SpanishDictionary.com dictionary?

THE BEST SPANISH-ENGLISH DICTIONARY

Get More than a Translation

Get conjugations, examples, and pronunciations for millions of words and phrases in Spanish and English.

WRITTEN BY EXPERTS

Translate with Confidence

Access millions of accurate translations written by our team of experienced English-Spanish translators.

SPANISH AND ENGLISH EXAMPLE SENTENCES

Examples for Everything

Search millions of Spanish-English example sentences from our dictionary, TV shows, and the internet.

REGIONAL TRANSLATIONS

Say It like a Local

Browse Spanish translations from Spain, Mexico, or any other Spanish-speaking country.
Word of the Day
squid