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"Alguna vez" is a phrase which is often translated as "ever", and "algunas veces" is a phrase which is often translated as "sometimes". Learn more about the difference between "alguna vez" and "algunas veces" below.
alguna vez(
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goo
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nah
 
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A phrase is a group of words commonly used together (e.g., once upon a time).
phrase
a. ever
¿Alguna vez has visto un fantasma?Have you ever seen a ghost?
b. sometime (used with future contexts)
Alguna vez debemos ir a desayunar en ese restaurante.We should have breakfast at that restaurant sometime.
c. once (used with past contexts)
Alguna vez pensé que llegaría a ser presidente de este país.I once thought I would get to be president of this country.
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algunas veces(
ahl
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goo
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sehs
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A phrase is a group of words commonly used together (e.g., once upon a time).
phrase
a. sometimes
Suelo ir al trabajo caminando, pero algunas veces voy en autobús.I usually walk to work, but sometimes I take the bus.
b. at times
Algunas veces me entran ganas de dejarlo todo.At times I feel like giving up on everything.
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