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"Hola" is a form of "hola", an interjection which is often translated as "hello". "Cuánto tiempo sin verte" is a phrase which is often translated as "long time no see". Learn more about the difference between "cuánto tiempo sin verte" and "hola" below.
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)A phrase is a group of words commonly used together (e.g., once upon a time).
1. (informal) (singular)
A word or phrase used to refer to the second person informal “tú” by their conjugation or implied context (e.g., How are you?).
a. long time no see
¡Cuánto tiempo sin verte, Clara! ¡Qué bueno que hayas vuelto!Long time no see, Clara! It's great to have you back!
b. it's been ages since I last saw you
¡Cuánto tiempo sin verte! ¿Cuándo llegaste?It's been ages since I last saw you! When did you arrive?
hola
An interjection is a short utterance that expresses emotion, hesitation, or protest (e.g., Wow!).
1. (general)
b. hi (colloquial)
A word or phrase that is commonly used in conversational speech (e.g., skinny, grandma).
¡Hola! ¿Qué hay de nuevo?Hi! What's new?
