Mi horario
/mi oɾaɾjo/from spelling rules
The English phrase 'my schedule' is translated into Spanish as Mi horario.
Mi horario is used to describe a list of planned events, tasks or a recurring timetable. It is commonly used in academic or professional settings to refer to a weekly schedule, such as your work shifts or your class schedule.
What does it mean word for word?
The phrase is composed of the possessive adjective mi (my) and the noun horario (schedule/timetable).
Which one should you use?
While horario refers specifically to a schedule or timetable, the word agenda is used when you are referring to a physical planner or a specific list of appointments and tasks.
Is it said differently in some regions?
In Mexico, you may hear mi agenda de actividades used to refer to one's schedule. In Argentina, the term mi cronograma is often used to refer to a schedule within formal or professional contexts.
How do you pronounce it?
/mi oɾaɾjo/
Did you know?
- In many Spanish-speaking cultures, a horario for a social event is often treated as a flexible suggestion rather than a strict deadline.
- If you tell a Spanish speaker 'tengo mucho horario', they might look confused, as 'horario' refers to the system of time rather than a quantity of work.
- The word horario shares its roots with the English word 'hour', as both descend from the Latin 'hora'.
Examples in context
- Mi horario es muy alocado.My schedule is pretty crazy.This sentence shows how to describe a crazy schedule using Mi horario.Tatoeba #1408468 by marcelostockle, translation #1125681 by CM
- Tengo que organizar mi horario antes de fin de mes.I have to organize my schedule before the end of the month.This sentence demonstrates the need to organize a schedule using Mi horario.Tatoeba #5472387 by Seael, translation #5515485 by Mar1L
- Revisaré mi horario.I'll check my schedule.This sentence is useful for expressing the intent to check a schedule using Mi horario.Tatoeba #1545422 by marcelostockle, translation #324713 by CK
- Le adjunto mi horario de disponibilidad para la próxima semana.I am attaching my schedule of availability for next week.
- En mi agenda de mañana, tengo una reunión con un cliente importante.In my agenda for tomorrow, I have a meeting with an important client.
- Mi horario diario incluye trabajo, gimnasio y tiempo con amigos.My daily schedule includes work, the gym, and time with friends.
Example conversation
María and Daniel are discussing their availability for a coffee date.
- MaríaDaniel, ¿tienes tiempo para un café mañana?Daniel, do you have time for a coffee tomorrow?
- DanielTengo que mirar mi horario primero.I have to check my schedule first.
- MaríaEstá bien, avísame cuando sepas.That's fine, let me know when you know.
- DanielTe llamaré en un rato.I will call you in a little bit.
Sources
- IPA marked “from spelling rules” is derived from standard Spanish spelling, where Wiktionary gives none.
- Word origins: Wiktionary entries horario, mi, CC BY-SA 4.0.
- Example sentences: Tatoeba CC BY 2.0 FR.
