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"An" is an indefinite article which is often translated as "un", and "with a" is a phrase which is often translated as "con un". Learn more about the difference between "an" and "with 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.).
with a(
wihth
uh
)A phrase is a group of words commonly used together (e.g., once upon a time).
1. (general)
a. con un (used before a masculine noun)
He had secret conversations with a foreign spy.Sostuvo conversaciones secretas con un espía extranjero.
b. con una (used before a feminine noun)
I start every day with a cup of coffee.Comienzo todos los días con una taza de café.
