How to pronounce “ahorita”
Hear how “ahorita (right now, in a bit)” sounds in Spanish, then read the breakdown below.
Accent
Breakdown
| Meaning | right now, in a bit |
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| Syllables | a · ho · ri · ta (4) |
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| Stress | Words ending in a vowel, n or s stress the second-to-last syllable: RI. |
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| IPA | /a.o.ˈɾi.ta/ |
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Tips for English speakers
Common mistake: In Mexico "ahorita" often means "in a little while", not "right this second".
- The single r is a quick tap, like the "tt" in American English "butter". Don't use an English r.
- The h is silent.
- Keep every vowel short and pure: a = "ah", e = "eh", i = "ee", o = "oh", u = "oo". No gliding.
Learn more: Spanish R and RR · Stress and accent marks · Spanish vowels
Example sentences
Ahorita vengo.I'll be right back.
Ahorita no puedo, más tarde.I can't right now, later.
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