hace el papel

hace el papel(
ah
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seh
 
ehl
 
pah
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pehl
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A phrase is a group of words commonly used together (e.g., once upon a time).
phrase
a. he plays the role
Mi primo actúa en la nueva obra de teatro de la escuela. Hace el papel de Hamlet.My cousin is part of the new school play. He plays the role of Hamlet.
b. she plays the role
¿Conoces a esa actriz? - Sí, hace el papel de monja en "La Novicia Rebelde".Do you know that actress? - Yes, she plays the role of nun in "The Sound of Music."
c. plays the role
Christian Bale hace el papel de vicepresidente en su nueva película.Christian Bale plays the role of Vicepresident in his new movie.
2.
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)
(second person singular)
a. you play the role
Si haces el papel de víctima, terminarás por creer que lo eres.If you play the role of victim, you'll end up believing you are a victim.
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