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"Interrogativo" is an adjective which is often translated as "interrogative", and "afirmativo" is an adjective which is often translated as "affirmative". Learn more about the difference between "interrogativo" and "afirmativo" below.
interrogativo(
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)An adjective is a word that describes a noun (e.g., the big dog).
a. interrogative
"¿Entonces?", dijo Montaner en un tono de voz interrogativo."So?," said Montaner in an interrogative tone of voice.
2. (grammar)
a. interrogative
"Qué" y "quién" son pronombres interrogativos."What" and "who" are interrogative pronouns.
A masculine noun is used with masculine articles and adjectives (e.g., el hombre guapo, el sol amarillo).
3. (grammar)
a. interrogative
En esta oración, "dónde" funciona como interrogativo."Where" in this sentence functions as an interrogative.
afirmativo(
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)An adjective is a word that describes a noun (e.g., the big dog).
1. (consenting)
a. affirmative
Esperemos que la respuesta sea afirmativa y podamos seguir adelante con el plan.Let's hope we get an affirmative reply so we can go ahead with the plan.
b. positive
No esperaba una respuesta afirmativa de mi jefe cuando le pedí el aumento.I didn't expect my boss to give me a positive answer when I asked for a pay rise.
An interjection is a short utterance that expresses emotion, hesitation, or protest (e.g., Wow!).
a. affirmative
¿Vendrás al concierto el día 5? - ¡Afirmativo!Will you come to the concert on the 5th? - Affirmative!
