Meaning
To use time ineffectively or without achieving anything useful.
Cultural Background
In Spain, the concept of 'sobremesa' (staying at the table after eating) is never considered 'desperdiciar el tiempo', even if it lasts hours.
Use it with 'en'
Always use 'en' when you want to say what you are wasting time on.
Meaning
To use time ineffectively or without achieving anything useful.
Use it with 'en'
Always use 'en' when you want to say what you are wasting time on.
Test Yourself
Complete the sentence.
No quiero __________ el tiempo en esta reunión.
The phrase is 'desperdiciar el tiempo'.
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Practice Bank
1 exercisesNo quiero __________ el tiempo en esta reunión.
The phrase is 'desperdiciar el tiempo'.
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Frequently Asked Questions
1 questionsNo, for money use 'desperdiciar dinero'.
Related Phrases
Aprovechar el tiempo
contrastTo make the most of time
