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"Allá" is an adverb which is often translated as "there", and "por allá" is a phrase which is often translated as "over there". Learn more about the difference between "allá" and "por allá" below.
allá(
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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. there
Ve allá y echa un vistazo.Go there and take a look.
b. over there
¿Ves aquellas montañas allá a lo lejos?Do you see those mountains over there in the distance?
a. back in
Escuché muchas historias allá en mi juventud.I heard lots of stories back in my youth.
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por allá(
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A phrase is a group of words commonly used together (e.g., once upon a time).
phrase
a. over there
La cabaña está por allá, detrás de la montaña.The hut is over there, behind the hill.
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