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"Aun" is a form of "aun", an adverb which is often translated as "even". "Todavía" is an adverb which is often translated as "still". Learn more about the difference between "aun" and "todavía" below.
aun(
own
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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. even
Aun los atletas profesionales necesitan descansar de vez en cuando.Even professional athletes have to rest every once in a while.
El crucero fue todo una experiencia. ¡Aun vimos ballenas!The cruise was an amazing experience. We even saw whales!
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todavía(
toh
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dah
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bee
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ah
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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. still (with positive and negative clauses)
Todavía tengo que comprarle un regalo.I still have to buy him a present.
Todavía no he visto esa película.I still haven't seen that movie.
b. yet (with negative clauses)
Todavía no ha pagado por el coche.She hasn't paid for the car yet.
a. still
Yo soy alto pero mi hermano menor es todavía más alto.I'm quite tall but my younger brother is still taller.
b. even
Es todavía más rico que su tío.He is even richer than his uncle.
a. still
Te ha tocado la lotería y todavía te quejas.You've won the lottery and you're still complaining.
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