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"Jugar a" is a transitive verb phrase which is often translated as "to play", and "infinitivo" is a noun which is often translated as "infinitive". Learn more about the difference between "jugar a" and "infinitivo" below.
jugar a(
hoo
-
gahr
 
ah
)
A transitive verb phrase is a phrase that combines a verb with a preposition or other particle and requires a direct object (e.g., take out the trash.).
transitive verb phrase
a. to play
¿Dónde están los chicos? - Andan jugando al escondite en el parque.Where are the kids? - They're playing hide-and-seek in the park.
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el infinitivo(
een
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fee
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nee
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tee
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boh
)
A masculine noun is used with masculine articles and adjectives (e.g., el hombre guapo, el sol amarillo).
masculine noun
a. infinitive
En este caso, el verbo permanece en infinitivo.In this case, the verb remains in the infinitive.
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