acaban de

acaban de(
ah
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kah
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bahn
 
deh
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A phrase is a group of words commonly used together (e.g., once upon a time).
phrase
a. they just
Los niños todavía están somnolientos. Acaban de despertarse.The kids are still sleepy. They just woke up.
b. they finished
Los empleados están descansando. Acaban de limpiar el coche.The employees are resting. They finished washing the car.
c. they just finished
Los huéspedes subieron a sus habitaciones. Acaban de registrarse.The guests went to their rooms. They just finished checking in.
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