pronto
/ˈpɾonto/
The English word "soon" can be translated into Spanish as pronto. It is also spelled aínas. Wiktionary also lists aína and dentro de poco.
Meaning: within a short time (adv)
Ways to say it
| Spanish | IPA | Note |
|---|---|---|
| pronto | /ˈpɾonto/ | |
| aína | /aˈina/ | |
| aínas | /aˈinas/ | alternative form |
| dentro de poco | /dentɾo de poko/ (from spelling rules) | |
| próximamente | /ˌpɾoɡsimaˈmente/ |
pronto is widely understood across Spanish-speaking regions. Other expressions change the specific nuance of time: próximamente is used for upcoming events, meaning "coming up soon". enseguida means "right away". en un rato means "in a while". And dentro de nada is an informal way to say "in no time".
How do you pronounce it?
/ˈpɾonto/
Did you know?
- Spanish speakers may use dentro de nada to express that something is about to happen, effectively saying it will happen 'inside of nothing'.
- The word próximamente is most commonly seen in movie trailers and advertisements to signal a release date.
- The Spanish word pronto shares its roots with the English word 'prompt', meaning both involve acting without delay.
Examples in context
- Él se cansó pronto.He got tired soon.This sentence shows how to use pronto to describe someone getting tired soon.Tatoeba #1370006 by Shishir, translation #290234 by CK
- Pronto te podrás ir.You will be allowed to go out soon.This sentence uses pronto to indicate someone will be allowed to go out soon.Tatoeba #455009 by Shishir, translation #31610 by CC
- Voy a volver pronto.I'll be back soon.This sentence uses pronto to express returning soon.Tatoeba #1646046 by siglepri, translation #52115 by CK
- Le enviaré el informe pronto.I will send you the report soon.
- Tendremos los resultados dentro de poco.We will have the results soon.
- La reunión comenzará en breve.The meeting will start shortly.
- Nos vemos prontito en el parque.See you soon at the park.
- Terminaremos este proyecto dentro de nada.We'll finish this project in no time.
- ¡Próximamente, la nueva película de tu actor favorito!Coming up soon, the new movie of your favorite actor!
- 674 more sentences on Tatoeba
Example conversation
Lucía and Mateo are saying goodbye at a bus station.
- Lucía¡Te veo pronto, Mateo!I will see you soon, Mateo!
- MateoSí, avísame cuando llegues.Yes, let me know when you arrive.
- LucíaLo haré, no te preocupes.I will, don't worry.
- MateoQue tengas un buen viaje.Have a good trip.
Sources
- Wiktionary, “soon” translations and entries pronto, aína, aínas, próximamente, CC BY-SA 4.0, dump of 2026-09-26.
- IPA marked “from spelling rules” is derived from standard Spanish spelling, where Wiktionary gives none.
- Word origins: Wiktionary entries aína, de, dentro, poco, pronto, CC BY-SA 4.0.
- Example sentences: Tatoeba CC BY 2.0 FR.
