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"Mar" is a form of "mar", a noun which is often translated as "sea". "Siempre" is an adverb which is often translated as "always". Learn more about the difference between "mar" and "siempre" below.
el mar, la mar(
mahr
)
This means that the noun can be masculine or feminine, depending on the gender of the noun it refers to (e.g., el doctor, la doctora).
masculine or feminine noun
a. sea
Mi sueño es vivir cerca del mar.My dream is to live close to the sea.
A masculine noun is used with masculine articles and adjectives (e.g., el hombre guapo, el sol amarillo).
masculine noun
2.
A phrase used as a figure of speech or a word that is symbolic in meaning; metaphorical (e.g., carrot, bean).
(figurative)
(abundance)
a. world
A phrase used as a figure of speech or a word that is symbolic in meaning; metaphorical (e.g., carrot, bean).
(figurative)
Siempre ha habido un mar de diferencia entre nosotros.There's always been a world of difference between us.
b. wave
A phrase used as a figure of speech or a word that is symbolic in meaning; metaphorical (e.g., carrot, bean).
(figurative)
Cuando entré en la cocina, me abofeteó un mar de olores deliciosos.When I went into the kitchen, I was hit by a wave of delicious smells.
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siempre(
syehm
-
preh
)
An adverb is a word that describes a verb, an adjective, or other adverbs (e.g., to run quickly, very tired).
adverb
a. always
Siempre va de ropa azul.She always wears blue.
a. always
Siempre puedes llevar unas medias de repuesto en tu bolso.You can always carry spare pantyhose in your bag.
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