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"Unos" is a form of "un", an indefinite article which is often translated as "a". "Un par de" is a phrase which is often translated as "a pair of". Learn more about the difference between "un par de" and "unos" below.
un par de(
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A phrase is a group of words commonly used together (e.g., once upon a time).
phrase
a. a pair of
¿Tienes un par de tijeras a mano para cortar el hilo?Do you have a pair of scissors at hand to cut the thread?
b. a couple of
Nos quedaremos aquí solo un par de días.We'll be staying here only a couple of days.
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un(
oon
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An indefinite article is a word that indicates that a noun is not specific (e.g., a girl).
indefinite article
a. a
Había un coche estacionado en la puerta.There was a car parked at the gate.
b. an (before vowel sound)
Tienen una vieja cámara que todavía funciona.They have an old camera which is still working.
a. some
Compré unos libros muy interesantes.I bought some very interesting books.
Conseguí unas manzanas deliciosas en el mercado.I got some delicious apples at the market.
An adjective is a word that describes a noun (e.g., the big dog).
adjective
a. one
Solo queda un dulce en la caja.There's only one chocolate left in the box.
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