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"Alone" is an adverb which is often translated as "solo", and "by themselves" is an adjective which is often translated as "solos". Learn more about the difference between "alone" and "by themselves" below.
alone(
uh
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lon
)An adverb is a word that describes a verb, an adjective, or other adverbs (e.g., to run quickly, very tired).
An adjective is a word that describes a noun (e.g., the big dog).
4. (by oneself)
by themselves(
bay
thehm
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sehlvz
)An adjective is a word that describes a noun (e.g., the big dog).
An adverb is a word that describes a verb, an adjective, or other adverbs (e.g., to run quickly, very tired).
