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"Many" is an adjective which is often translated as "muchos", and "a little" is a phrase which is often translated as "un poco". Learn more about the difference between "many" and "a little" below.
many(
meh
-
ni
)
An adjective is a word that describes a noun (e.g., the big dog).
adjective
a. muchos
There were many cakes to choose from.Había muchas tortas para elegir.
A pronoun is a word that stands in for a noun (e.g., she).
pronoun
a. muchos
Many died in the earthquake.Murieron muchos en el terremoto.
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a little(
uh
 
lih
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duhl
)
A phrase is a group of words commonly used together (e.g., once upon a time).
phrase
a. un poco
I should have added a little salt to the stew.Debería haberle añadido un poco de sal al guisado.
a. un rato
Don't worry, your mom will be back in a little.No te preocupes, tu mamá regresará en un rato.
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