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"If necessary" is a phrase which is often translated as "si es necesario", and "to" is a preposition which is often translated as "a". Learn more about the difference between "if necessary" and "to" below.
if necessary(
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)A phrase is a group of words commonly used together (e.g., once upon a time).
1. (general)
a. si es necesario
Add the eggs to the batter and mix. You can add some milk, if necessary.Añada los huevos a la mezcla y bata. Puede agregar leche, si es necesario.
b. si hace falta
If necessary, I can help you with anything you need.Si hace falta, puedo ayudarte con lo que necesites.
to(
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)A preposition is a word that indicates the relationship between a noun and another word (e.g., He ran through the door.).
2. (as far as)
a. hasta
I would run to your house right now just to see you!¡Correría hasta tu casa ahora mismo solo para verte!
a. por
The birth ratio is 107 boys to 100 girls.La proporción de nacimientos es de 107 niños por 100 niñas.
9. (in toasts)
a. no direct translation
This refers to an idiomatic word or phrase for which there is no word-for-word translation.
I learned to drive when I was 17.Aprendí a manejar a los 17 años.
We need to work faster.Tenemos que trabajar más rápido.
a. no direct translation
This refers to an idiomatic word or phrase for which there is no word-for-word translation.
I didn't want to tell you but I felt I had to.No quería decírtelo pero me vi obligada a hacerlo.
It's my party and I'll cry if I want to.Es mi fiesta y lloraré si quiero.
