Spanish Phrase
Lo saco más tarde.
Meaning
This phrase is used to express that you will remove or take something out at a later time. The verb 'sacar' is highly versatile in Spanish, commonly referring to taking out the trash, withdrawing money, or removing an object from a bag.
When to use
Use this phrase when you are asked to perform a task involving removal, such as taking out the garbage, and you want to indicate you will do it shortly. It is perfect for casual, everyday situations at home or work.
✦Grammar Breakdown
Losacomástarde
Direct Object Pronoun
The 'lo' represents 'it'. In Spanish, object pronouns are placed before the conjugated verb.
Present as Future
Using 'saco' (present tense) instead of 'sacaré' (future) is the standard way to express immediate intentions in spoken Spanish.
🗨In Conversation
¿Vas a sacar la basura hoy?
Are you going to take out the trash today?
No te preocupes, lo saco más tarde.
Don't worry, I'll take it out later.
✕Common Mistakes
Yo saco lo más tarde.
The direct object pronoun 'lo' must come before the conjugated verb 'saco', not before the adverb 'más'.
Lo saco para más tarde.
In this context, 'más tarde' acts as a fixed adverbial phrase; adding 'para' is unnecessary and sounds unnatural.
↔Alternatives
Lo sacaré después.
I will take it out afterwards.
Voy a sacarlo luego.
I am going to take it out later.
Cultural Tip
In Spanish, the present tense is frequently used to talk about the near future, making it sound more certain and immediate than the actual future tense. Note that 'más tarde' can be culturally relative; in some regions, it might mean in five minutes, while in others, it could mean much later in the day.