The usage of "De"
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Can someone explain the "de" in the context of the following sentences?
Hoy he recibido un poco de aliento. (Today i received some encouragement)
Hoy hago la promesa de ahorrar más y comer mejor. (Today i am making a promise to save more and eat better )
The 1st 'de' i don't think is needed, the 2nd 'de' i initially used 'a' but was later corrected.
Much appreciated.
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updated Aug 23, 2013
posted by Acelata
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Think of poco as 'bit', rather than 'some' and then you received a bit OF encouragement and it makes perfect sense.
updated Aug 23, 2013
posted by afowen
Good answer. - rogspax, Aug 23, 2013
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Un poco de is something you´ll see over and over, so best to just get used to that combination. After a bit more exposure and practice, it will seem natural, normal, and effortless. Un poco de, is basically, a bit of.
updated Aug 23, 2013
posted by rogspax
There you go - de = of! - afowen, Aug 23, 2013
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Both "de" are strictly necessary.
updated Aug 23, 2013
posted by -cae-
