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"Que viene" is a phrase which is often translated as "next", and "próximo" is an adjective which is also often translated as "next". Learn more about the difference between "que viene" and "próximo" below.
que viene(
keh
 
byeh
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neh
)
A phrase is a group of words commonly used together (e.g., once upon a time).
phrase
a. next
El año que viene me gradúo.I'm graduating next year.
b. coming
Tu cumpleaños es la semana que vieneYour birthday is this coming week.
a. coming
Tenemos que prepararnos para la tormenta que viene.We need to prepare for the coming storm.
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próximo(
prohk
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see
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moh
)
An adjective is a word that describes a noun (e.g., the big dog).
adjective
a. next
La próxima vez que me digas cómo manejar, paro el carro.The next time you tell me how to drive, I'm stopping the car.
a. close
Encontramos una escuela próxima a la casa para que los niños puedan ir caminando.We found a school close to the house so that the kids can walk.
b. near
La boda está próxima y no hemos terminado con los preparativos.The wedding is near and we haven't finished with the preparations.
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