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"Nadar" is an intransitive verb which is often translated as "to swim", and "tomar el sol" is an intransitive verb phrase which is often translated as "to sunbathe". Learn more about the difference between "nadar" and "tomar el sol" below.
nadar(
nah
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dahr
)An intransitive verb is one that does not require a direct object (e.g., The man sneezed.).
tomar el sol(
toh
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mahr
ehl
sohl
)An intransitive verb phrase is a phrase that combines a verb with a preposition or other particle and does not require a direct object (e.g., Everybody please stand up.).
1. (general)
a. to sunbathe
Ponte bloqueador solar si vas a tomar el sol en la playa.Use sunscreen if you are going to sunbathe on the beach.
