Do you have time
The formal version, used when addressing someone with respect (usted), like an elder, a boss, or a stranger.
Literally 'Are you free?'. A very common and natural way to ask if someone is available.
Means 'Do you have a minute?'. Use this when you only need a small amount of someone's time.
Means 'Are you busy?'. This is another way to check availability before making a request.
Excuse me, do you have time to help me with this?
Ma'am, do you have time for a quick question?
Hi, Carlos. Are you free to get a coffee later?
Mom, are you busy or do you have a minute?
The informal '¿Tienes tiempo?' (tú) and formal '¿Tiene tiempo?' (usted) are universally understood and used.
It is very common to use 'vos' instead of 'tú'. The phrase becomes '¿Tenés tiempo?' (pronounced 'teh-NESS TYEM-poh').
In many parts of Colombia, especially in the capital, Bogotá, 'usted' is used very frequently, even among friends and family. So, hearing '¿Tiene tiempo?' in an informal context is very common.
In addition to '¿Tienes tiempo?', Spaniards use the 'vosotros' form for the informal plural: '¿Tenéis tiempo?'. This form is not used in Latin America.
Using 'ser' or 'estar' instead of 'tener'. For example, saying *'¿Estás tiempo?'*. — The correct verb is 'tener' (to have). The phrase literally translates to 'Do you *have* time?', so you must use '¿Tienes tiempo?'.
Confusing 'tiempo' (time) with 'vez' (a time, an instance). Saying *'¿Tienes una vez?'* is incorrect. — 'Tiempo' refers to the uncountable concept of time or a duration. 'Vez' refers to a specific occasion or instance (like 'one time', 'another time'). To ask about availability, always use 'tiempo'.
Using the informal 'tú' form in a formal situation. Saying '¿Tienes tiempo?' to an authority figure or an elderly stranger can be seen as disrespectful. — Always use the formal 'usted' form, '¿Tiene tiempo?', when in doubt or when addressing someone with respect. It's better to be too formal than too informal.
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