Spanish Phrase
Paso tiempo con mi familia.
Meaning
This phrase describes the act of dedicating time to your relatives. It uses the verb 'pasar', which literally means 'to pass', but in this context, it translates to 'spending' time as an activity.
When to use
Use this phrase when talking about your hobbies, daily routines, or weekend plans. It is a common response when someone asks what you like to do in your free time.
✦Grammar Breakdown
Pasotiempoconmifamilia
Pasar (Paso)
The verb 'pasar' is in the first-person singular present tense. In this context, it means to pass or spend duration.
Mi (Possessive)
The possessive adjective 'mi' means 'my' and must agree in number with the noun it modifies, which is 'familia' here.
🗨In Conversation
¿Qué haces en tu tiempo libre?
What do you do in your free time?
Paso tiempo con mi familia.
I spend time with my family.
✕Common Mistakes
Gasto tiempo con mi familia.
In Spanish, 'gastar' is used for spending money or wasting time, while 'pasar' is used for spending time on an activity.
Paso el tiempo con mi familia.
While 'el tiempo' refers to 'the weather' or general 'time', when talking about spending time with people, the article 'el' is usually omitted.
↔Alternatives
Estoy con mi familia.
I am with my family.
Comparto con mi familia.
I share (time) with my family.
Cultural Tip
Family is highly valued in Hispanic cultures, and spending time together often involves multi-generational gatherings. These moments frequently revolve around long meals where 'sobremesa'—the tradition of talking for a long time after eating—is common.