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"Algunos" is a form of "algunos", an adjective which is often translated as "some". "Unos libros" is a phrase which is often translated as "a few books". Learn more about the difference between "unos libros" and "algunos" below.
unos libros
A phrase is a group of words commonly used together (e.g., once upon a time).
phrase
a. a few books
Necesito sacar unos libros de la biblioteca para escribir mi ensayo sobre novelas de fantasía.I need to borrow a few books from the library to write my essay on fantasy novels.
b. some books
Tengo unos libros que podrían interesarte, Julia. Son sobre la Edad Media.I have some books that might interest you, Julia. They're about the Middle Ages.
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algunos(
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An adjective is a word that describes a noun (e.g., the big dog).
adjective
1.
A word or phrase that is plural (e.g., los libros).
(plural)
(indeterminate)
a. some
A word or phrase that is plural (e.g., los libros).
(plural)
En esta página encontrarás algunos ejemplos de verbos pronominales.On this page you'll find some examples of pronominal verbs.
b. a few
A word or phrase that is plural (e.g., los libros).
(plural)
Encontré algunos errores en tu ensayo, pero en general está bien escrito.I found a few mistakes in your essay, but it's well written overall.
A pronoun is a word that stands in for a noun (e.g., she).
pronoun
2.
A word or phrase that is plural (e.g., los libros).
(plural)
(indeterminate people or things)
a. some
A word or phrase that is plural (e.g., los libros).
(plural)
Después de la cena, la mayoría de los invitados se fueron a sus casas, y algunos fueron al bar de enfrente.After the dinner, most people went home, and some went to the bar across the street.
b. a few
A word or phrase that is plural (e.g., los libros).
(plural)
Muchos críticos amaron el nuevo libro del autor filipino, pero algunos lo odiaron.Many critics loved the Philippine author's book, but a few hated it.
c. some people
A word or phrase that is plural (e.g., los libros).
(plural)
Algunos simplemente no aprecian lo bonita que es la naturaleza en esta área.Some people just don't appreciate appreciate how beautiful nature is in this area.
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