I was outside

I was outside(
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A phrase is a group of words commonly used together (e.g., once upon a time).
phrase
a. estuve fuera
I was outside playing until my mom called me for dinner.Estuve fuera jugando hasta que mi mamá me llamó para la cena.
b. estuve afuera
Regionalism used in Latin America: all the countries in South America, Central America, and the Caribbean. Does not include Spain.
(Latin America)
I was outside all morning. I think I'm sunburned.Estuve afuera toda la mañana. Creo que me quemé.
c. estaba fuera
Where have you been? Did you hear me calling? - No, I was outside.¿Dónde has estado? ¿Me oíste llamarte? - No, estaba fuera.
d. estaba afuera
Regionalism used in Latin America: all the countries in South America, Central America, and the Caribbean. Does not include Spain.
(Latin America)
I was outside in the garden when the phone rang.Estaba afuera en el jardín cuando sonó el teléfono.
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