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"The" is a definite article which is often translated as "el", and "sometimes" is an adverb which is often translated as "a veces". Learn more about the difference between "the" and "sometimes" below.
the(
thuh
)
A definite article is a word that identifies a noun as specific or known to the speaker (e.g., the girl).
definite article
a. el (singular, masculine)
The pencil is in the drawer.El lápiz está en el cajón.
b. la (singular, feminine)
The ball is on the floor.La pelota está en el piso.
c. los (plural, masculine)
I like all the dresses in the store.Me gustan todos los vestidos de la tienda.
d. las (plural, feminine)
The flowers you bought are lovely.Las flores que compraste son hermosas.
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sometimes(
suhm
-
taymz
)
An adverb is a word that describes a verb, an adjective, or other adverbs (e.g., to run quickly, very tired).
adverb
a. a veces
Sometimes doing things in a rush is unavoidable.A veces es inevitable hacer las cosas de prisa.
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