Mi turno
/mi tuɾno/from spelling rules
The English phrase "my turn" can be translated into Spanish as Mi turno.
This phrase is used to indicate that it is now the speaker's time to do something in a sequence.
What does it mean word for word?
The phrase is composed of the possessive adjective mi (my) and the noun turno (turn/shift).
Which one should you use?
While Mi turno is a direct way to state the concept, the idiomatic expression Me toca is a very common way to say "It is my turn" or "It's my go" in many Spanish-speaking countries.
Is it said differently in some regions?
In Mexico, Me toca ahora is used to say "my turn".
How does it change in a sentence?
To say "It is my turn", you use the verb ser (to be) in the third person singular to form the sentence Es mi turno.
How do you pronounce it?
/mi tuɾno/
Did you know?
- If you are playing a game and want to say 'It's my turn' very informally, you might simply shout ¡Voy yo! which literally translates to 'I'm going!'
- In some Spanish-speaking contexts, saying Me toca can also be used to express that someone has been assigned a burdensome task or a bad piece of luck, similar to saying 'I'm the unlucky one this time'.
- The word turno shares a common ancestor with the English word 'turn', as both trace back to the Latin word 'tornus', which refers to a lathe or a revolving tool.
Examples in context
- Ahora es mi turno.It's now my turn.This sentence is useful for saying that it is currently your turn.Tatoeba #528315 by Shishir, translation #54186 by CK
- ¡Y ahora es mi turno!And now, it's my turn!This sentence is useful for emphasizing that it is now your turn.Tatoeba #1771745 by marcelostockle, translation #1771105 by Amastan
- Ahora sigue mi turno.My turn comes next.This sentence is useful for saying that your turn is the one following the current one.Tatoeba #6309000 by marcelostockle, translation #264352 by CK
- En el próximo evento, será mi turno de ofrecer un discurso inspirador.In the upcoming event, it will be my turn to deliver an inspiring speech.
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Example conversation
Alejandro and Elena are playing a board game at home.
- Alejandro¿Te toca a ti?Is it your turn?
- ElenaNo, es mi turno.No, it is my turn.
- Alejandro¡Ah, perdón! Adelante.Oh, sorry! Go ahead.
- ElenaGracias, Alejandro.Thanks, Alejandro.
Sources
- IPA marked “from spelling rules” is derived from standard Spanish spelling, where Wiktionary gives none.
- Word origins: Wiktionary entries mi, turno, CC BY-SA 4.0.
- Example sentences: Tatoeba CC BY 2.0 FR.
