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"En" is a form of "en", a preposition which is often translated as "in". "A la mesa" is a phrase which is often translated as "to the table". Learn more about the difference between "a la mesa" and "en" below.
a la mesa()
A phrase is a group of words commonly used together (e.g., once upon a time).
a. to the table
¿Puedes llevar los cubiertos a la mesa, por favor?Can you take the cutlery to the table, please?
a. at the table
Cuando entré en el comedor, toda la familia estaba sentada a la mesa.When I came into the dining room, the whole family was sitting at the table.
a. no direct translation
The following examples show ways to translate this word or phrase without using a direct equivalent.
A la mesa le cojea una pata.One of the table's legs is wobbly.
A la mesa le hace falta un mantel.The table needs a tablecloth.
en()
A preposition is a word that indicates the relationship between a noun and another word (e.g., He ran through the door.).
