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"Hace frío" is a phrase which is often translated as "it's cold", and "está frío" is a phrase which is also often translated as "it's cold". Learn more about the difference between "hace frío" and "está frío" below.
hace frío(
ah
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seh
free
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oh
)A phrase is a group of words commonly used together (e.g., once upon a time).
está frío(
ehs
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tah
free
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oh
)A phrase is a group of words commonly used together (e.g., once upon a time).
3. (formal) (you appear indifferent; second person singular)
A word or phrase used to refer to the second person formal “usted” by their conjugation or implied context (e.g., usted).
a. you're cold
Está tan frío conmigo. ¿Por qué? ¿Qué hice que lo molestó tanto?You're so cold toward me. Why? What did I do to upset you so much?