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How to Say "Good afternoon" in Spanish

The SPAIKING TeamJuly 27, 2026
Buenas tardes
"Good afternoon" in Spanish 路 say it like bweh-nas tar-des

The most natural way to say "Good afternoon" in Spanish is Buenas tardes. Tap the speaker above to hear it, then say it back out loud. That is the fastest way to make it stick.

Other ways to say it

Buenas
A more casual way to greet someone in the afternoon.
Muy buenas tardes
A slightly more formal or enthusiastic greeting.

When to use it

Use 'buenas tardes' when greeting someone in the afternoon, typically from around 12 PM until evening. It is polite and appropriate for both formal and informal situations. You can use it in conversations, meetings, or when entering a place.

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Examples in Spanish

SpanishEnglish
隆Buenas tardes! 驴C贸mo est谩s?Good afternoon! How are you?
Le deseo buenas tardes, se帽or.I wish you a good afternoon, sir.
Common mistake
Some learners might say 'buenas tardes' too early in the day, before noon.

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Frequently asked questions

Is it appropriate to use 'buenas tardes' in a business meeting?

Yes, it is a polite and standard greeting in business settings.

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