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"In the summer" is an adverb which is often translated as "en verano", and "it is hot" is a phrase which is often translated as "hace calor". Learn more about the difference between "in the summer" and "it is hot" below.
in the summer(
ihn
 
thuh
 
suh
-
muhr
)
An adverb is a word that describes a verb, an adjective, or other adverbs (e.g., to run quickly, very tired).
adverb
a. en verano
We always go to the seaside in the summer.Nosotros en verano siempre vamos a la playa.
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it is hot(
ihd
 
ihz
 
hat
)
A phrase is a group of words commonly used together (e.g., once upon a time).
phrase
a. hace calor
I need to jump in the pool. It is hot.Tengo que saltar a la piscina. Hace calor.
a. está caliente
Don't touch that plate! It is hot.¡No toques ese plato! Está caliente.
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