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"Modal" is an adjective which is often translated as "modal", and "reflexive" is an adjective which is often translated as "reflexivo". Learn more about the difference between "modal" and "reflexive" below.
modal(
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duhl
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An adjective is a word that describes a noun (e.g., the big dog).
adjective
a. modal
The word "should" is an example of a modal verb used to express obligation.La palabra "deber" es un ejemplo de un verbo modal usado para expresar obligación.
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reflexive(
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flehk
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sihv
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An adjective is a word that describes a noun (e.g., the big dog).
adjective
a. reflexivo
Be careful to to use the objective form of the pronoun instead of the reflexive.Asegúrate de que uses la forma objetiva del pronombre y no la reflexiva.
a. reflejo
Sneezing is a reflexive reaction to an irritant in your nose.El estornudo es una reacción refleja a la presencia de un agente irritante en la nariz.
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