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"I am thirsty" is a phrase which is often translated as "tengo sed", and "yes" is an interjection which is often translated as "sí". Learn more about the difference between "I am thirsty" and "yes" below.
I am thirsty(
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A phrase is a group of words commonly used together (e.g., once upon a time).
phrase
a. tengo sed
I am thirsty; can I have a glass of water?Tengo sed; ¿me darías un vaso de agua?
b. estoy sediento
I've been running for an hour, and now I am thirsty.Llevo una hora corriendo y ahora estoy sediento.
2.
A phrase used as a figure of speech or a word that is symbolic in meaning; metaphorical (e.g., carrot, bean).
(figurative)
(I am eager)
a. estoy ansioso
I am a hard worker, and I am thirsty for success.Soy trabajador y estoy ansioso por el éxito.
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yes(
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An adverb is a word that describes a verb, an adjective, or other adverbs (e.g., to run quickly, very tired).
adverb
a.
Do you want coffee? - Yes, but just a little bit.¿Quieres café? - Sí, pero solo un poquito.
An interjection is a short utterance that expresses emotion, hesitation, or protest (e.g., Wow!).
interjection
a.
Yes! I knew I was right!¡Sí! ¡Sabía que tenía razón!
A noun is a word referring to a person, animal, place, thing, feeling, or idea (e.g., man, dog, house).
noun
a. el sí
(m) means that a noun is masculine. Spanish nouns have a gender, which is either feminine (like la mujer or la luna) or masculine (like el hombre or el sol).
(M)
Vote "yes" to the construction of the new school.Vota "sí" para la construcción de la nueva escuela.
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