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"De pronto" is a phrase which is often translated as "suddenly", and "de nuevo" is a phrase which is often translated as "again". Learn more about the difference between "de pronto" and "de nuevo" below.
de pronto()
A phrase is a group of words commonly used together (e.g., once upon a time).
1. (abruptly)
a. suddenly
Estábamos en el parque cuando de pronto empezó a llover.We were at the park when it suddenly started to rain.
b. all of a sudden
Estábamos viendo una película y de pronto se fue la luz.We were watching a movie when all of a sudden the lights went off.
de nuevo()
A phrase is a group of words commonly used together (e.g., once upon a time).
1. (general)
a. again
Nos paramos un rato para descansar y después partimos de nuevo.We stopped to rest for a while, and then we set off again.
b. once again
Has cocinado una cena deliciosa de nuevo, mi amor.Once again, you've cooked a delicious dinner, my dear.
