act like

act like(
ahkt
 
layk
)
A transitive verb phrase is a phrase that combines a verb with a preposition or other particle and requires a direct object (e.g., take out the trash.).
transitive verb phrase
a. actuar como
Don't act like you didn't know anything about it.No actúes como si no supieras nada del asunto.
b. comportarse como
It seems to me your tenants are not acting like responsible adults.A mi parecer, tus inquilinos no se están comportando como adultos responsables.
c. hacer como
George acts like he doesn't care about school, but secretly he wants to do well.George hace como si no le importara la escuela, pero en el fondo quiere sacar buenas notas.
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