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"A veces" is a phrase which is often translated as "sometimes", and "generalmente" is an adverb which is often translated as "generally". Learn more about the difference between "a veces" and "generalmente" below.
a veces(
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A phrase is a group of words commonly used together (e.g., once upon a time).
phrase
a. sometimes
A veces desayuno en un café cerca de mi casa.Sometimes I have breakfast at a coffee shop near my house.
b. at times
A veces el viento está tan fuerte que ni puedes abrir la puerta.At times the wind is so strong you can't open the door.
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generalmente(
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An adverb is a word that describes a verb, an adjective, or other adverbs (e.g., to run quickly, very tired).
adverb
a. generally
Generalmente, no bebo vino, pero hoy es una excepción.I generally don't drink wine, but today it's an exception.
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