Spanish phrase

No tengo tiempo para ~.

Meaning

I don't have time to ___.

When to use it

Says the speaker lacks time to do something. Used to refuse or delay requests and explain busyness, typically polite but can be firm.

Example dialogue

No tengo tiempo para ayudarte ahora.

I don't have time to help you right now.

Entiendo, gracias.

I understand, thanks.

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