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"So" is a form of "so", an adverb which is often translated as "tan". "As much as" is a phrase which is often translated as "tanto como". Learn more about the difference between "so" and "as much as" below.
so(
so
)An adverb is a word that describes a verb, an adjective, or other adverbs (e.g., to run quickly, very tired).
a. así
To make a paper airplane, take the piece of paper and fold it so.Para hacer un avión de papel, toma la hoja y dóblala así.
b. de esta manera
Hold the brush so and just dab paint onto the canvas.Aguanta el pincel de esta manera y simplemente pon un poquito de pintura sobre el lienzo.
4. (as stated)
a. así
Is it possible to insert images into the document? If so, how?¿Es posible introducir imágenes en el documento? Si así es, ¿cómo?
a. y
But you promised you'd come with me! - So? I changed my mind.¡Pero habías prometido venir conmigo! - ¿Y? Cambié de opinión.
A conjunction is a word that connects words, phrases, clauses, or sentences (e.g., The cat and the dog slept.).
6. (therefore)
a. así que
We've already finished our work, so we're just going to head home.Ya hemos terminado nuestro trabajo, así que nos vamos a casa.
a. entonces
So, how long have you been working at the plant?Entonces, ¿cuánto tiempo llevas trabajando en la fábrica?
as much as(
ahz
muhch
ahz
)A phrase is a group of words commonly used together (e.g., once upon a time).
1. (equally)
A conjunction is a word that connects words, phrases, clauses, or sentences (e.g., The cat and the dog slept.).
a. por más que
As much as I love you, you made a huge mistake.Por más que te quiera, cometiste un grave error.
b. por mucho que
As much as I need a roommate, I wouldn't live with her.Por mucho que necesite una compañera de piso, no viviría con ella.