al tiempo

as

al tiempo(ahl tyehm-poh)

phrase

1. (when; used with "que")

a. as

Al tiempo que almorzábamos, Ernesto estaba afuera tocando la guitarra.

As we were having lunch, Ernesto was outside playing guitar.

b. while

Al tiempo que levantábamos la tienda de campaña, el guía prendía la fogata.

While we were putting up the tent, the tour guide was lighting the bonfire.

2. (during; used with "de")

a. to the time of

Ir a Chichén Itzá es como viajar al tiempo de los mayas.

Going to Chichen Itza is like going on a journey to the time of the Mayas.

3. (eventually)

a. in time

Si no se logra implementar el cambio este año, no te preocupes. Al tiempo se logrará.

If we can't get the change made this year, don't worry. In time, it will be done.

4. (at an ambient temperature)

(Mexico)

(Panama)

a. at room temperature

Señor, ¿quiere la cerveza fría o al tiempo?

Sir, do you want your beer cold or at room temperature?