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"I was wondering" is a form of "I was wondering", a phrase which is often translated as "me preguntaba". "I wonder" is a form of "I wonder", a phrase which is often translated as "me pregunto". Learn more about the difference between "I was wondering" and "I wonder" below.
I was wondering(
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)A phrase is a group of words commonly used together (e.g., once upon a time).
1. (general)
a. me preguntaba
I was wondering if you'd like to go to the dance with me.Me preguntaba si querrías ir al baile conmigo.
b. me estaba preguntando
I was wondering if there was any way for me to see you before you leave.Me estaba preguntando si hubiera alguna manera para que te viera antes que te fueras.
I wonder(
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)A phrase is a group of words commonly used together (e.g., once upon a time).
a. me pregunto
Jennifer hasn't called yet. I wonder if she's coming for dinner.Jennifer todavía no ha llamado. Me pregunto si vendrá a cenar.
a. me sorprende
I wonder that she has put up with him for so long.Me sorprende que lo haya aguantado tanto tiempo.
