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"¿Cómo estás?" is a phrase which is often translated as "How are you?", and "hola, corazón" is a phrase which is often translated as "hi, sweetheart". Learn more about the difference between "¿Cómo estás?" and "hola, corazón" below.
¿Cómo estás?()
A phrase is a group of words commonly used together (e.g., once upon a time).
phrase
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A word or phrase used to refer to the second person informal “tú” by their conjugation or implied context (e.g., How are you?).
(informal)
(salutation; singular)
a. How are you?
¡Hola, amiga! ¿Cómo estás?Hey, friend! How are you?
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hola, corazón()
A phrase is a group of words commonly used together (e.g., once upon a time).
phrase
a. hi, sweetheart
Hola, corazón. ¿Está tu mami en casa?Hi, sweetheart. Is your mommy home?
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