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"The" is a definite article which is often translated as "el", and "What is that?" is a phrase which is often translated as "¿Qué es eso?". Learn more about the difference between "the" and "What is that?" below.
the(
thuh
)A definite article is a word that identifies a noun as specific or known to the speaker (e.g., the girl).
1. (general)
c. los (plural, masculine)
I like all the dresses in the store.Me gustan todos los vestidos de la tienda.
What is that?(
wuht
ihz
thaht
)A phrase is a group of words commonly used together (e.g., once upon a time).
1. (general)
a. ¿Qué es eso?
"What is that?" she asked, pointing to a flashing light on the control panel."¿Qué es eso?" preguntó, señalando una luz intermitente en el tablero de control.
