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"As" is a form of "as", a preposition which is often translated as "como". "Like always" is a phrase which is often translated as "como siempre". Learn more about the difference between "as" and "like always" below.
as()
A preposition is a word that indicates the relationship between a noun and another word (e.g., He ran through the door.).
A conjunction is a word that connects words, phrases, clauses, or sentences (e.g., The cat and the dog slept.).
2. (when)
a. cuando
The phone rang as we were leaving the house.Sonó el teléfono cuando estábamos saliendo de la casa.
3. (while)
a. a medida que
I've really come to respect her as I've gotten to know her.Realmente llegué a respetarla a medida que la fui conociendo.
An adverb is a word that describes a verb, an adjective, or other adverbs (e.g., to run quickly, very tired).
a. no direct translation
The following examples show ways to translate this word or phrase without using a direct equivalent.
I am as thin as she is.Soy tan delgada como ella.
I do not have as many shoes as my sister.No tengo tantos zapatos como mi hermana.
like always()
A phrase is a group of words commonly used together (e.g., once upon a time).
1. (general)
a. como siempre
Do as if nothing had happened. Just enter the office and say good morning, like always.Haz como si nada hubiera pasado. Entra en la oficina y di buenos días, como siempre.
