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"I want to be a doctor" is a phrase which is often translated as "quiero ser médico", and "in the future" is a phrase which is often translated as "en el futuro". Learn more about the difference between "I want to be a doctor" and "in the future" below.
I want to be a doctor()
A phrase is a group of words commonly used together (e.g., once upon a time).
phrase
a. quiero ser médico
I want to be a doctor when I'm older.Cuando sea más grande quiero ser médico.
b. quiero ser doctor
I want to be a doctor, but I don't like to see blood.Quiero ser doctor, pero no me gusta ver sangre.
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in the future()
A phrase is a group of words commonly used together (e.g., once upon a time).
phrase
a. en el futuro
I'm hoping to go to Europe at some point in the future.Pienso ir a Europa algún día en el futuro.
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