Spanish Phrase
¿Cuándo es la reunión?
Meaning
This is a standard question used to inquire about the scheduled time or date of a meeting. It uses the verb 'ser' because it refers to the time an event takes place.
When to use
Use this phrase in professional environments or social settings to confirm when a specific gathering or appointment is scheduled. It is suitable for both formal and informal contexts.
✦Grammar Breakdown
¿Cuándoeslareunión?
Cuándo
This is an interrogative word meaning 'when'. It always has an accent mark when used in a question.
Es
This is the third-person singular form of 'ser'. It is used for the time of events, unlike 'estar' which is used for location.
La reunión
A feminine noun phrase. Remember that most nouns ending in '-ión' are feminine in Spanish.
🗨In Conversation
Hola, ¿cuándo es la reunión?
Hi, when is the meeting?
Es mañana a las diez de la mañana.
It is tomorrow at ten in the morning.
✕Common Mistakes
¿Cuándo está la reunión?
Use the verb 'ser' (es) rather than 'estar' when asking about the time of an event.
¿Cuándo es el reunión?
'Reunión' is a feminine noun, so it must be preceded by the feminine article 'la'.
↔Alternatives
¿A qué hora es la reunión?
At what time is the meeting?
¿Cuándo quedamos?
When are we meeting up?
Cultural Tip
While punctuality varies across the Spanish-speaking world, in professional settings in countries like Spain or Mexico, it is increasingly important to arrive on time. In social contexts, however, arriving 10-15 minutes late is often culturally acceptable.