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"Right there" is an adverb which is often translated as "ahí mismo", and "over there" is an adverb which is often translated as "allá". Learn more about the difference between "right there" and "over there" below.
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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. 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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An adverb is a word that describes a verb, an adjective, or other adverbs (e.g., to run quickly, very tired).
adverb
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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