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"You are a woman" is a phrase which is often translated as "eres mujer", and "I am a boy" is a phrase which is often translated as "soy un chico". Learn more about the difference between "you are a woman" and "I am a boy" below.
you are a woman(
yu
 
ar
 
ey
 
woom
-
uhn
)
A phrase is a group of words commonly used together (e.g., once upon a time).
phrase
a. eres mujer
A word or phrase used to refer to the second person informal “tú” by their conjugation or implied context (e.g., How are you?).
(informal)
(singular)
You wouldn't understand. You are a woman. This is a guy thing.No lo entenderías. Eres mujer. Esto es cosa de hombres.
b. eres una mujer
A word or phrase used to refer to the second person informal “tú” by their conjugation or implied context (e.g., How are you?).
(informal)
(singular)
You are a woman, not a child. Start acting like one.Eres una mujer, no una niña. Comienza a comportarte como tal.
c. usted es mujer
A word or phrase used to refer to the second person formal “usted” by their conjugation or implied context (e.g., usted).
(formal)
(singular)
Why do I have to get an annual breast exam? - Because you are a woman.¿Por qué necesito hacerme un examen de mama todos los años? - Por que usted es mujer.
d. usted es una mujer
A word or phrase used to refer to the second person formal “usted” by their conjugation or implied context (e.g., usted).
(formal)
(singular)
Has anyone ever told you that you are a very smart woman?¿Le han dicho alguna vez que usted es una mujer muy inteligente?
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I am a boy(
ay
 
ahm
 
uh
 
boy
)
A phrase is a group of words commonly used together (e.g., once upon a time).
phrase
a. soy un chico
I am a boy, but I like playing with dolls.Soy un chico, pero me gusta jugar con muñecas.
b. soy un niño
My parents won't let me watch that show because I am a boy.Mis papás no me dejan ver ese programa porque soy un niño.
a. soy un chico
I am a boy. I don't feel like an adult yet.Soy un chico. Aún no me siento como un adulto.
b. soy un muchacho
I am a boy from Atlanta. My name's Steve.Soy un muchacho de Atlanta. Me llamo Steve.
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