Spend time in Meaning in English

expression

US

ˈspɛnd/ /ˈtaɪm/ /ˈɪn/, /ɪn

SPEND TYM IN

UK

spˈɛnd/ /tˈaɪm/ /ˈɪn

sp-END tym in

Definition

To be in a place for a period, using your time there. Often used to describe staying somewhere for fun, relaxation, work, or any activity.

Usage & Nuances

Used for both short and long periods, with places (cities, rooms, etc.). Often 'spend time in' + location ('spend time in Paris', 'spend time in bed'). Don't confuse with 'spend time on' (activity) or 'spend time with' (person). Suitable for both formal and informal contexts.

• Spanish: pasar tiempo en
• Portuguese (BR): passar tempo em
• Portuguese (PT): passar tempo em
• Chinese (Simplified): 待在 - 花时间在
• Chinese (Traditional): 待在 - 花時間在
• Hindi: में समय बिताना
• Arabic: قضاء وقت في
• Bengali: সময় কাটানো (কোনো স্থানে)
• Russian: проводить время в
• Japanese: 〜で時間を過ごす
• Vietnamese: dành thời gian ở
• Korean: ~에서 시간을 보내다
• Turkish: zaman geçirmek (bir yerde)
• Urdu: وقت گزارنا (کسی جگہ پر)
• Indonesian: menghabiskan waktu di

Example Sentences

I want to spend time in the library after school.

basic

They usually spend time in their garden on weekends.

basic

Do you like to spend time in the kitchen?

basic

I love to spend time in nature to relax and clear my mind.

natural

She had to spend time in the hospital after her surgery.

natural

If you spend time in another country, you quickly learn the language.

natural