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"Desde lejos" is a phrase which is often translated as "from far", and "a lo lejos" is a phrase which is often translated as "in the distance". Learn more about the difference between "desde lejos" and "a lo lejos" below.
desde lejos(
dehs
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deh
leh
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hohs
)A phrase is a group of words commonly used together (e.g., once upon a time).
1. (general)
a lo lejos(
ah
loh
leh
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hohs
)A phrase is a group of words commonly used together (e.g., once upon a time).
1. (general)
a. in the distance
A lo lejos se oía el rumor del mar.The sound of the sea could be heard in the distance.
