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"En cama" is a phrase which is often translated as "in bed", and "en la cama" is a phrase which is also often translated as "in bed". Learn more about the difference between "en cama" and "en la cama" below.
en cama(
ehn
 
kah
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mah
)
A phrase is a group of words commonly used together (e.g., once upon a time).
phrase
a. in bed
El médico le dijo a Alicia que tiene que quedarse en cama tres días.The doctor told Alicia that she has to stay in bed three days.
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en la cama(
ehn
 
lah
 
kah
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mah
)
A phrase is a group of words commonly used together (e.g., once upon a time).
phrase
a. in bed
Marcela estaba leyendo en la cama.Marcela was reading in bed.
b. into bed (with verbs of movement)
Suelo meterme en la cama a las 9 pm.I usually get into bed at 9 pm.
a. on the bed
No dejes los lentes en la cama. Alguien podría sentarse encima sin querer.Don't leave your glasses on the bed. Someone could accidentally sit on them.
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