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"Their" is an adjective which is often translated as "su", and "What is that?" is a phrase which is often translated as "¿Qué es eso?". Learn more about the difference between "their" and "What is that?" below.
their(
thehr
)
An adjective is a word that describes a noun (e.g., the big dog).
adjective
a. su (singular)
I admire their attitude.Admiro su actitud.
b. sus (plural)
Their children behaved beautifully.Sus hijos se portaron de maravilla.
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What is that?(
wuht
 
ihz
 
thaht
)
A phrase is a group of words commonly used together (e.g., once upon a time).
phrase
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.
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