Spanish · B1 · Vocabulary · 3–5 min
Eight workplace choices: explain a delay, request a new date, and agree on the next step.
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I will not be able to finish it by Friday.
‘No podré’ points to what you cannot do. Follow it with a workable date, not just an apology.
Say thisNo podré terminarlo para el viernes.
MeaningI will not be able to finish it by Friday.
When to use itStart the conversation naturally.
Say this¿Podemos aplazar la fecha límite hasta el lunes?
MeaningCan we move the deadline to Monday?
When to use itAdd the detail the other person needs.
Say thisPuedo enviarle un borrador hoy.
MeaningI can send you a draft today (formal).
When to use itFinish with a clear, polite line.
| Say this | Meaning | When to use it |
|---|---|---|
| No podré terminarlo para el viernes. | I will not be able to finish it by Friday. | Start the conversation naturally. |
| ¿Podemos aplazar la fecha límite hasta el lunes? | Can we move the deadline to Monday? | Add the detail the other person needs. |
| Puedo enviarle un borrador hoy. | I can send you a draft today (formal). | Finish with a clear, polite line. |
Tell a colleague about the delay, propose Monday, and offer a draft today.
No podré terminarlo para el viernes.
I will not be able to finish it by Friday.
Start the conversation naturally.
¿Podemos aplazar la fecha límite hasta el lunes?
Can we move the deadline to Monday?
Add the detail the other person needs.
Puedo enviarle un borrador hoy.
I can send you a draft today (formal).
Finish with a clear, polite line.