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dar tiempo a

set phrase

  1. 1. give someone time + para + infinitivo; + para que + subjuntivo

    allow time

    • El jefe nos dio tiempo para acabar el informe.The boss gave us time to finish the report.
    • Hay que dar tiempo a los niños para que se vistan.You have to give the children time to get dressed.
    • Le dieron tiempo para pensar antes de responder.They gave him time to think before answering.

  2. 2. have enough time + infinitivo; + a que + subjuntivo

    time available

    • No me da tiempo a preparar la cena.I don't have time to make dinner.
    • ¿Te dio tiempo a ver la película?Did you have time to see the film?
    • No da tiempo a que todos entren.There isn't enough time for everyone to come in.