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"Supermercado" is a noun which is often translated as "supermarket", and "para ir" is a phrase which is often translated as "in order to go". Learn more about the difference between "supermercado" and "para ir" below.
el supermercado(
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pehr
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)A masculine noun is used with masculine articles and adjectives (e.g., el hombre guapo, el sol amarillo).
1. (store)
a. supermarket
Ve al supermercado y compra pasta, carne y vino para la cena de esta noche.Go to the supermarket and buy pasta, meat, and wine for tonight's dinner.
b. grocery store
Compré duraznos, manzanas y fresas en el supermercado.I bought peaches, apples, and strawberries at the supermarket.
para ir(
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)A phrase is a group of words commonly used together (e.g., once upon a time).
a. in order to go
Puede que tenga que perder días de trabajo para ir al tribunal a ejercer como miembro del jurado.You may have to miss work days in order to go to court to serve as a juror.
a. in order to look
No hace falta llevar corbata para ir elegante.You don't need a necktie in order to look smart.
