Spanish phrase
Me retrasé ~.
Meaning
I got held up by ___.
When to use it
States being held up by an obstacle. Informal phrasing for casual contexts, implying a temporary blockage or interruption caused the lateness.
Example dialogue
Me retrasé en el tráfico, llegaré en diez minutos.
I got held up in traffic. I'll be there in ten minutes.
Está bien, ven con cuidado.
Alright, come safely.