tardado

tar-DAH-doh/taɾˈdaðo/

“tardado” means “time-consuming” in Spanish (referring to a process or task).

time-consuming

Also: slow, lengthy

Mexico

El trámite para la visa es muy tardado.

The visa process is very time-consuming.

No seas tardado, ya casi nos vamos.

Don't be so slow, we're almost leaving.

Fue un viaje tardado por la lluvia.

It was a lengthy trip because of the rain.

Words that translate to "tardado" in Spanish:

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👥 Word Family▼

tardanza(delay) — Noun

🎵 Rhymes▼

📚 Etymology▼

From the Spanish verb 'tardar', which comes from the Latin 'tardare', meaning 'to delay' or 'to happen slowly'.

First recorded: 13th century

Cognates (Related words)

English: tardyFrench: tard

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Is 'tardado' the same as 'demorado'?

Yes, they are very similar. 'Demorado' is used more in Argentina and Uruguay, while 'tardado' is much more common in Mexico.

Can I use 'tardado' to describe a person?

Yes. If you call someone 'tardado', you are saying they are slow to finish tasks or get ready.