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"Totally" is an adverb which is often translated as "totalmente", and "yes" is an interjection which is often translated as "sí". Learn more about the difference between "totally" and "yes" below.
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)An adverb is a word that describes a verb, an adjective, or other adverbs (e.g., to run quickly, very tired).
1. (completely)
a. totalmente
The case brought against them was totally unfair.El caso presentado contra ellos fue totalmente injusto.
b. completamente
David is totally finished. There is no way he can win this fight.David está completamente acabado. No hay forma de que pueda ganar esta pelea.
c. absolutamente
Josie's comedy act last night was totally hysterical.El acto de comedia de Josie de anoche fue absolutamente graciosísimo.
An interjection is a short utterance that expresses emotion, hesitation, or protest (e.g., Wow!).
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)An adverb is a word that describes a verb, an adjective, or other adverbs (e.g., to run quickly, very tired).
An interjection is a short utterance that expresses emotion, hesitation, or protest (e.g., Wow!).
A noun is a word referring to a person, animal, place, thing, feeling, or idea (e.g., man, dog, house).