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"A lo lejos" is a phrase which is often translated as "in the distance", and "desde lejos" is a phrase which is often translated as "from far". Learn more about the difference between "a lo lejos" and "desde lejos" below.
a lo lejos(
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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. in the distance
A lo lejos se oía el rumor del mar.The sound of the sea could be heard in the distance.
desde lejos(
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)A phrase is a group of words commonly used together (e.g., once upon a time).
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