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"That much" is an adverb which is often translated as "tanto", and "so much" is a phrase which is also often translated as "tanto". Learn more about the difference between "that much" and "so much" below.
that much(
thaht
 
muhch
)
An adverb is a word that describes a verb, an adjective, or other adverbs (e.g., to run quickly, very tired).
adverb
a. tanto
If I had known that you like spaghetti that much, I would have made you more.Si hubiera sabido que te gusta el espagueti tanto, te hubiera hecho más.
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so much(
so
 
muhch
)
A phrase is a group of words commonly used together (e.g., once upon a time).
phrase
a. tanto
"I'm tired from dancing so much," said the bride."Estoy cansada de bailar tanto", dijo la novia.
a. muchísimo
My mom cooked so much food for the party.Mi mamá cocinó muchísima comida para la fiesta.
b. tanto
The CEO was under so much pressure that he decided to resign.El director estaba bajo tanta presión que decidió renunciar.
a. muchísimo
We ate so much at the buffet.Comimos muchísimo en el buffet.
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