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cuenta regresiva The Spanish term 'cuenta regresiva' is used in similar contexts as 'countdown' in English. It is commonly used to refer to a backward count sequence to indicate the time left before an event starts. Just like in English, it can refer to a variety of events such as the launch of a spaceship, the start of a new year, or the time remaining before a deadline. Here's how to use it: La cuenta regresiva para el nuevo año ya está en marcha. La cuenta regresiva para el fin del mundo sigue. La cuenta regresiva para las elecciones ha empezado.
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detrás The Spanish word 'detrás' is equivalent to 'behind' in English. It is mostly used in sentences to express physical location or position. However, similar to English, it can also be used metaphorically to suggest lateness or shortfall in progress. Like 'behind schedule'. A proper use of the word in sentence could be 'La pelota está detrás del árbol' (The ball is behind the tree). Here's how to use it: El libro está detrás de la silla. Está buscando algo detrás del sofá. El gato se esconde detrás del sofá.
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autoridad The word 'autoridad', translated from English word 'authority', refers to the power or right to give orders, make decisions, or enforce obedience. In Spanish, it is commonly used in context of political, legal, or administrative areas, and it has the same usage as in English. It can also refer to a person or organization having political or administrative power and control. Here's how to use it: El director tiene autoridad sobre los empleados. La autoridad local está investigando el incidente. La autoridad competente resolverá el problema.
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alcanzar The word 'alcanzar' is used in Spanish to mean 'reach', signifying the act of stretching out to touch or grab something or the ability to arrive at a certain point or level. It can be used in various contexts, such as reaching a destination, reaching for a goal, or reaching out to someone. For example, 'No puedo alcanzar la cima de la montaña' translates to 'I can't reach the peak of the mountain'. Here's how to use it: El gato no puede alcanzar el ratón. Podrías alcanzar el libro, por favor? El perro trató de alcanzar la pelota.
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la cama A 'cama' is a piece of furniture which is used as a place to sleep or relax. It usually includes a mattress on a bed frame, and can be found in the bedroom. Here's how to use it: | |
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😆😆😆 ¿Pepito, ¿cuál es el futuro del verbo bostezar? Dormiré. | |
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