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"Sin que" is a conjunction which is often translated as "without", and "sin" is a preposition which is also often translated as "without". Learn more about the difference between "sin que" and "sin" below.
sin que(
seeng
 
keh
)
A conjunction is a word that connects words, phrases, clauses, or sentences (e.g., The cat and the dog slept.).
conjunction
a. without
No puedo llevar a mi novio a ningún lado sin que haga algo vergonzoso.I can't take my boyfriend anywhere without him doing something embarrassing.
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sin(
seen
)
A preposition is a word that indicates the relationship between a noun and another word (e.g., He ran through the door.).
preposition
a. without
No voy a comprarlo sin un descuento.I am not buying it without a discount.
No sé vivir sin ti.I can't live without you.
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