Spanish Phrase
¿La hora está bien?
Meaning
Literally “Is the hour good?”, this question is used to check whether a proposed time works for the listener. It can refer to a meeting, an appointment, or any scheduled event.
When to use
Use this phrase when you want to confirm that a specific time fits the other person’s schedule, especially in informal or semi‑formal settings. It’s common in phone calls, emails, or face‑to‑face arrangements.
✦Grammar Breakdown
¿Lahoraestábien?
Definite article (La)
La is the feminine singular definite article, used here because hora is a feminine noun.
Noun (hora)
Hora means “hour” or “time” and is feminine, so it takes the article la.
Verb estar (está)
Estar is used for temporary states or conditions; here it asks about the suitability of a time.
Adverb (bien)
Bien means “good/okay” and modifies the verb estar to ask if something is acceptable.
🗨In Conversation
¿La hora está bien para la reunión de mañana a las tres?
Is the time okay for tomorrow’s meeting at three?
Sí, me viene perfecto.
Yes, it works perfectly for me.
✕Common Mistakes
¿La hora es bien?
Use estar (está) for temporary conditions, not ser (es).
¿La hora está bueno?
Bueno is an adjective; you need the adverb bien after estar.
La hora está bien?
The opening question mark is mandatory in Spanish punctuation.
↔Alternatives
¿Te va bien la hora?
Does the time work for you?
¿La hora te parece bien?
Does the time seem good to you?
¿Está bien la hora?
Is the time okay?
Cultural Tip
In many Spanish‑speaking countries, confirming the time is a sign of courtesy. If you’re speaking with someone you don’t know well, you can add a polite marker like "por favor" (e.g., "¿La hora está bien, por favor?"). In some regions, people may prefer "¿Te queda bien la hora?" which sounds slightly more informal.