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"Difícil" is an adjective which is often translated as "difficult", and "es fácil" is a phrase which is often translated as "it's easy". Learn more about the difference between "difícil" and "es fácil" below.
difícil(
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seel
)An adjective is a word that describes a noun (e.g., the big dog).
2. (improbable)
a. difficult
No sé cómo tratar con adolescentes difíciles.I don't know how to deal with difficult teenagers.
es fácil(
ehs
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)A phrase is a group of words commonly used together (e.g., once upon a time).
1. (general)
a. it's easy
¿Cómo solicito la visa? - Es fácil. Solo tienes que ir a la embajada y llenar el formulario.How do I apply for the visa? - It's easy. You just need to go to the embassy and fill in the form.
b. is easy
Esa canción es fácil. Puedo tocarla en la guitarra.That song is easy. I can play it on the guitar.
