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"I know how to speak Spanish" is a phrase which is often translated as "sé hablar español", and "yes" is an interjection which is often translated as "sí". Learn more about the difference between "I know how to speak Spanish" and "yes" below.
I know how to speak Spanish(
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)A phrase is a group of words commonly used together (e.g., once upon a time).
a. sé hablar español
How many languages do you speak? - English is my mother tongue but I know how to speak Spanish.¿Cuántos idiomas hablas? - El inglés es mi lengua materna, pero sé hablar español.
a. sé cómo hablar español
I know how to speak Spanish with a Mexican accent.Sé cómo hablar español con acento mexicano.
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yehs
)An adverb is a word that describes a verb, an adjective, or other adverbs (e.g., to run quickly, very tired).
An interjection is a short utterance that expresses emotion, hesitation, or protest (e.g., Wow!).
A noun is a word referring to a person, animal, place, thing, feeling, or idea (e.g., man, dog, house).