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"Siempre" is an adverb which is often translated as "always", and "a veces" is a phrase which is often translated as "sometimes". Learn more about the difference between "siempre" and "a veces" below.
siempre(
syehm
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preh
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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. always
Siempre va de ropa azul.She always wears blue.
a. always
Siempre puedes llevar unas medias de repuesto en tu bolso.You can always carry spare pantyhose in your bag.
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a veces(
ah
 
beh
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sehs
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A phrase is a group of words commonly used together (e.g., once upon a time).
phrase
a. sometimes
A veces desayuno en un café cerca de mi casa.Sometimes I have breakfast at a coffee shop near my house.
b. at times
A veces el viento está tan fuerte que ni puedes abrir la puerta.At times the wind is so strong you can't open the door.
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