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"Reflexive" is an adjective which is often translated as "reflexivo", and "near future" is a phrase which is often translated as "próximamente". Learn more about the difference between "reflexive" and "near future" below.
reflexive(
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)An adjective is a word that describes a noun (e.g., the big dog).
1. (grammar)
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.
near future(
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)A phrase is a group of words commonly used together (e.g., once upon a time).
1. (general)
a. próximamente
The university president will review the bid for construction in the near future.Próximamente, el presidente de la universidad revisará la licitación para la construcción.
b. futuro cercano
To meet company goals, employees will have to work longer hours in the near future.Para cumplir con los objetivos de la compañía, los empleados tendrán que trabajar más horas en un futuro cercano.
c. futuro próximo
Sometime in the near future, I expect a promotionEn un futuro próximo, espero una promoción.
d. pronto
Don't expect a proposal in the near future. Your boyfriend has cold feet!No esperes una propuesta de matrimonio pronto. ¡Tu novio está muy indeciso!
