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"I have just eaten" is a phrase which is often translated as "acabo de comer", and "I just ate" is an intransitive verb phrase which is also often translated as "acabo de comer". Learn more about the difference between "I have just eaten" and "I just ate" below.
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A phrase is a group of words commonly used together (e.g., once upon a time).
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a. acabo de comer
Are you hungry? - I'm okay, thanks. I have just eaten.¿Tienes hambre? - No, estoy bien, gracias. Acabo de comer.
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I just ate(
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An intransitive verb phrase is a phrase that combines a verb with a preposition or other particle and does not require a direct object (e.g., Everybody please stand up.).
intransitive verb phrase
a. acabo de comer
Do you want a sandwich? - No thanks, I just ate.¿Quieres un sándwich? - No gracias, acabo de comer.
A transitive verb phrase is a phrase that combines a verb with a preposition or other particle and requires a direct object (e.g., take out the trash.).
transitive verb phrase
a. acabo de comer
I just ate a huge meal and now I want to take a nap.Acabo de comerme una comida enorme y ya sólo quiero tomarme una siesta.
b. acabo de comerme
I just ate three slices of pizza.Acabo de comerme tres rebanadas de pizza.
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