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"Para ir" is a phrase which is often translated as "in order to go", and "nunca" is an adverb which is often translated as "never". Learn more about the difference between "para ir" and "nunca" below.
para ir(
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A phrase is a group of words commonly used together (e.g., once upon a time).
phrase
a. in order to go
Puede que tenga que perder días de trabajo para ir al tribunal a ejercer como miembro del jurado.You may have to miss work days in order to go to court to serve as a juror.
b. to go
Necesito ahorrar dinero para ir a la universidad.I need to save money to go to college.
a. in order to look
No hace falta llevar corbata para ir elegante.You don't need a necktie in order to look smart.
b. to look
No necesitas maquillaje para ir guapa.You don't need makeup to look pretty.
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nunca(
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An adverb is a word that describes a verb, an adjective, or other adverbs (e.g., to run quickly, very tired).
adverb
a. never
Nunca he ido a París.I've never been to Paris.
b. ever (after "not")
Nunca llegas a tiempo.You don't ever arrive on time.
¿Vives en México y nunca has comido tacos?You live in Mexico and you haven't ever eaten tacos?
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