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"Right there" is an adverb which is often translated as "ahí mismo", and "over there" is a phrase which is often translated as "allá". Learn more about the difference between "right there" and "over there" below.
right there()
An adverb is a word that describes a verb, an adjective, or other adverbs (e.g., to run quickly, very tired).
adverb
a. ahí mismo
I was standing right there when Paulina gave us the news.Estaba parada ahí mismo cuando Paulina nos dio la noticia.
b. justo ahí
Where are the keys? - They're right there on the counter.¿Dónde están las llaves? - Están justo ahí en la cubierta.
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A word or phrase that is commonly used in conversational speech (e.g., skinny, grandma).
(colloquial)
(to arrive someplace; used with "will be")
a. ir enseguida
Wait for me! I'll be right there.¡Espérame! Voy enseguida.
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over there()
A phrase is a group of words commonly used together (e.g., once upon a time).
phrase
a. allá
My friends are waiting for me over there at the coffee shop.Mis amigas me están esperando allá en la cafetería.
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