English–Spanish
“temporary” in Spanish
Pronunciation
IPA/eβenˈtwal/
Example
Contratamos a un trabajador eventual para el verano.
We hired a temporary worker for the summer.
How to say “temporary” in Spanish
“Temporary” in Spanish is eventual.
A provisional solution that fills a need for a limited period.
Example sentences with eventual
La medida fue eventual hasta encontrar una solución definitiva.
The measure was temporary until a definitive solution was found.
Tips for using eventual
- Spanish eventual is a common false friend with English eventually; use finalmente or al final for 'in the end', and note that eventualmente usually means 'occasionally' or 'possibly'.
Other Spanish words for “temporary”
El director interino tomó la palabra.
The temporary director took the floor.
Esta solución es temporal.
This solution is temporary.
La solución es transitoria hasta que lleguen los repuestos.
The solution is temporary until the spare parts arrive.