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"Here" is an adverb which is often translated as "aquí", and "over there" is a phrase which is often translated as "allá". Learn more about the difference between "here" and "over there" below.
here()
An adverb is a word that describes a verb, an adjective, or other adverbs (e.g., to run quickly, very tired).
b. acá (Latin America)
Regionalism used in Latin America: all the countries in South America, Central America, and the Caribbean. Does not include Spain.
Come here.Ven acá.
An interjection is a short utterance that expresses emotion, hesitation, or protest (e.g., Wow!).
a. no direct translation
The following examples show ways to translate this word or phrase without using a direct equivalent.
Here, let me help you.A ver, deja que te ayude.
Here, pass me the phone.Oye, pásame el teléfono.
over there()
A phrase is a group of words commonly used together (e.g., once upon a time).
a. allá
My friends are waiting for me over there at the coffee shop.Mis amigas me están esperando allá en la cafetería.
