be in a hurry

tener prisa

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be in a hurry(

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An intransitive verb phrase is a phrase that combines a verb with a preposition or other particle and does not require a direct object (e.g. Everybody please stand up.).

intransitive verb phrase

1. (general)

a. tener prisa

Can we talk about this later? I'm in a hurry.¿Podemos hablar de esto luego? Tengo prisa.

b. estar de prisa

Life is stressful when you're in a hurry. Sometimes you need to slow down and take a deep breath.La vida es estresante cuando estás de prisa. A veces necesitas tranquilizarte y respirar hondo.

c. estar apurado

Are you in a hurry? I'd love to talk to you about our weekend plans.¿Estás apurado? Me encantaría hablar contigo acerca de nuestros planes para el fin de semana.

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