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be present(
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)A phrase is a group of words commonly used together (e.g., once upon a time).
a. vive el momento presente (informal) (singular)
A word or phrase used to refer to the second person informal “tú” by their conjugation or implied context (e.g., How are you?).
A word or phrase that is singular (e.g., el gato).
Be present and feel the calming effects of your breath.Vive el momento presente y siente el efecto calmante de respirar.
b. viva el momento presente (formal) (singular)
A word or phrase used to refer to the second person formal “usted” by their conjugation or implied context (e.g., usted).
A word or phrase that is singular (e.g., el gato).
Close your eyes, breathe slowly and deeply, and be present.Cierre los ojos, respire hondo y lentamente y viva el momento presente.
a. vivan el momento presente (plural)
A word or phrase that is plural (e.g., los libros).
Be present and listen to your breath.Vivan el momento presente y escuchen el sonido de su respiración.
An intransitive verb phrase is a phrase that combines a verb with a preposition or other particle and does not require a direct object (e.g., Everybody please stand up.).
a. estar presente
Do I need to be present when the contract is signed? - Yes, you do.¿Es necesario que esté presente cuando se firme el contrato? - Sí, lo es.
a. vivir el momento presente
My therapist said I have to learn to be present and not let stress overwhelm me.Mi terapeuta me dijo que tengo que aprender a vivir el momento presente y no dejar que el estrés me agobie.
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