Spanish · Greetings & Phrases
Buenas tardes
Good afternoon
Beginnerphrase
Definition
A greeting used in the afternoon.
Example
Buenas tardes, ¿en qué le puedo ayudar?
Good afternoon, how can I help you?
Etymology
Similar to 'buenos días,' 'buenas tardes' includes 'buenas,' which is the feminine plural form of 'bueno,' and 'tardes,' meaning 'afternoons.' This phrase also has roots in courteous greetings typical of older Spanish customs.
How & Where It’s Used
'Buenas tardes' is a polite greeting used in the afternoon. It's used in both formal and informal contexts among acquaintances and in social settings.