English Expression · Advanced
Latin time
A stereotype of fashionable lateness associated with Latino culture
Pronunciation: say Latin time
Meaning
A humorous or informal term referring to a cultural tendency to be less strict about punctuality.
Example
We arrived at the party on Latin time, which meant we were about an hour late.
We arrived at the party on Latin time, which meant we were about an hour late.
Practice tips
- Practice Latin time out loud — read the pronunciation guide above and repeat.
- Use it in your own sentence today; reuse beats rereading.
- Pay attention to context: this English expression is for advanced-level learners.