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"Far" is an adverb which is often translated as "lejos", and "afar" is an adverb which is often translated as "desde lejos". Learn more about the difference between "far" and "afar" below.
far()
An adverb is a word that describes a verb, an adjective, or other adverbs (e.g., to run quickly, very tired).
afar()
An adverb is a word that describes a verb, an adjective, or other adverbs (e.g., to run quickly, very tired).
a. desde lejos
The actors traveled afar to audition for the renowned theater.Los actores viajaron desde lejos para hacer audiciones para el teatro famoso.
