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"An" is an indefinite article which is often translated as "un", and "I am a" is a phrase which is often translated as "soy un". Learn more about the difference between "an" and "I am a" below.
an(
ahn
)An indefinite article is a word that indicates that a noun is not specific (e.g., a girl).
1. (general)
A preposition is a word that indicates the relationship between a noun and another word (e.g., He ran through the door.).
I am a(
ay
ahm
uh
)A phrase is a group of words commonly used together (e.g., once upon a time).
1. (general)
a. soy un (masculine)
I am a human being, and I deserve your respect.Soy un ser humano, y me merezco tu respeto.
b. soy una (femenine)
I am a good person, but sometimes I do bad things.Soy una buena persona, pero a veces hago cosas malas.
