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"Qué hacer" is a form of "qué hacer", a phrase which is often translated as "what to do". "Hacer que" is a transitive verb phrase which is often translated as "to make". Learn more about the difference between "hacer que" and "qué hacer" below.
hacer que(
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A transitive verb phrase is a phrase that combines a verb with a preposition or other particle and requires a direct object (e.g., take out the trash.).
transitive verb phrase
a. to make
¿Cómo hago que mis hijos coman más verduras?How do I make my children eat more vegetables?
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qué hacer(
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ah
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A phrase is a group of words commonly used together (e.g., once upon a time).
phrase
a. what to do
Miguel, tú que eres un experto, dinos qué hacer si te deja la novia. - Ya dejen de tomarme el pelo, ¿quieren?Miguel, since you're an expert on the matter, tell us what to do when your girlfriend leaves you. - Stop pulling my leg, okay?
a. what to do
El título del documento es "¿Qué hacer en caso de emergencia?".The title of the document is "What to do in case of emergency?"
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